Clinic A/P, adults, Clinic A/P, Peds
Diagnosis H & P consistent with low back pain. -No red flags. Treatment NSAIDs and acetaminophen, separate or combined. Muscle relaxants (e.g. cyclobenzaprine, baclofen). Diclofenac (Voltaren) gel if oral NSAIDs contraindicated. Apply ice or heat. Physical...
Clinic A/P, adults, MUSCULOSKELETAL
-Definition: A mallet fracture is an “avulsion fracture of the distal phalanx with a bone fragment on the terminal extensor tendon, resulting in unopposed flexion and the inability to actively extend the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint.” -Will splint...
Clinic A/P, adults, MUSCULOSKELETAL
Lateral Patella dislocation To reduce it, apply a medially directed pressure on the patella while extending the leg -” It is usually simple to reduce a lateral patellar dislocation, and these injuries rarely require acute surgical management. The proper...
Clinic A/P, adults, Hospital A/P, Adults
-History & Physical, see above. -Different causes of urinary incontinence reviewed w/ patient. -Treatable causes of urinary incontinence discussed. -UA, UCx, CBC, CMP. Consider A1C and B12. -Will Consider U/S to r/o a bladder pathology (diverticulum, mass, etc)...
Clinic A/P, adults, Hospital A/P, Adults
-Mini-Cog score:_______ -Further cognitive testing at next visit. -CBC; CMP; TSH, vitamin B12, folate, and calcium levels performed. -Will treat cognitive and functional symptoms. -Recommend cognitive stimulation programs for the maintenance of cognitive function and...
