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“Keloids may arise from scars that result from any cause of skin trauma or infection. Keloids, unlike hypertrophic scars, are not confined to the margins of the primary injury. Hypertrophic scars are more likely on extensor surfaces of the body, typically...
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Chronic pain is a combination of both physical and psychological derangements. Thus, successful management requires addressing all of its aspects. There are two groups of nonpharmacologic treatments for chronic pain: Physical interventions, e.g. PT, acupuncture,...
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Recurrent Clostridium Difficile (Fecal Transplant) Patient with 5 episodes of C. Diff in the last two years. Been treated with both Vancomycin and Metronizadole in the past. Currently on Fidaxomycin. Last dose at 2200 yesterday. Patient is transferred from an outside...
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Every mechanical valve patient receives Coumadin for the rest of their life.
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For control of rapid ventricular response to atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter. If HR greater than 120, and systolic BP greater than 100 mmHg (for Systolic BP less than 100 mmHg -notify MD before considering protocol). a) Initial bolus – -(1) 20 mg. IV over...
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During parenteral nutrition, blood count, urea electrolytes, glucose, magnesium, phosphate, liver function, calcium, and albumin should be checked daily, then weekly when the patient is stable.
