A variety of strategies are used to lower lipid levels in patients with identifiable cardiovascular risk. Controversy exists as to which patient … [Read more...]
TTP
Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura (TTP) is a commonly asked subject area in medical student exams. Following are some of the most quizzed facts … [Read more...]
DIC
Disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) is a commonly asked subject area on all medical boards tests. The following summarizes some of the most … [Read more...]
Pseudomonas gangrenosum
Pseudomonal ecthyma gangrenosum is an uncommon skin lesion caused by infection of a Pseudomonas species. It is typically found in the gluteal or … [Read more...]
Hypokalemia
Hypokalemia is a common medical student exam question. The following are findings associated with hypokalemia 1. drowsiness 2. paresthesias 3. … [Read more...]
Drugs Contraindicated in Asthma
The following is a partial list of drugs contraindicated in asthma: aspirin beta-adrenergic drugs radiocontrast agents ACE NSAIS adenosine … [Read more...]
Hetastarch
Hetastarch (amylopectin) is a commonly used volume expander in the ICU. Some key things to remember when administering it: 1. Use obscures the … [Read more...]
Sick Euthyroid Syndrome
Sick euthyroid syndrome is a popular boards test question. The exam usually queries for the characteristic lab values associated with the … [Read more...]
Calcium Channel Blockers and Heart Failure
Most cardiologists recommend avoidance of calcium channel blockers such as verapamil and diltiazem in heart failure patients, even in the setting of … [Read more...]
Pleural Fluid pH
The pH of pleural fluid removed from the thoracic cavity can suggest possible etiologies. The normal pH is 7.6 secondary to a bicarbonate gradient … [Read more...]
Mannitol Administration
Although lacking level 1 support, mannitol is an commonly used drug in cases of severe traumatic brain injury to manage an increase in intracerebral … [Read more...]
Pleural Fluid Protein
The following pleural fluid protein associations have been noted: 1. If pleural fluid protein levels are 6-8 g/dL the malignancy conditions of … [Read more...]
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