“Stones, Bones, Groans, moans, thrones and psychiatric overtones” The six key organ systems affected by hypercalcemia: “Stones, Bones, Groans (abd. groans), Moans, Thrones, and Psychiatric Overtones!” Signs and symptoms of primary hyperparathyroidism or...
DRAW anticoagulants Dabigatran (Pradaxa) – given BID RivaRoxaban (XaRelto) – given QD Apixaban (Eliquis) – given BID Warfarin – given QD or can even skip days per individual protocol.
MICRO-T for MICROcyTic anemias An acrostic for microcytic anemias is: Metal poisoning – Lead poisoning, zinc poisoning (rare), copper poisoning. Iron deficiency (common) -Iron studies show a true iron deficiency. Chronic Inflammation anemia – Iron studies show...
DIG FAST for symptoms of a manic episode Distractibility Impulsitivity / Indiscretion (excessive involvement in pleasurable activities Grandiosity – Inflated self-esteem Flight of ideas / Racing thoughts Activity increase / Increase goal-directed behavior...
RMSF Acrostic for Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever R – Rash and Red Eyes M -Muscle aches (myalgia), headaches, Malaise S – Stomach aches (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. F – Fever (high fevers >102 F) *Most people don’t have all these...
