Aug 26, 2024
Contributor: Aaron Lessen, MD
Educational Pearls:
How does an automated blood pressure cuff work?
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Automated blood pressure cuffs work differently than taking a manual blood pressure.
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While taking a manual blood pressure, one typically listens for Korotkoff sounds (turbulent flow) while slowly deflating the cuff.
Aug 19, 2024
Contributor: Megan Hurley, MD
Educational Pearls:
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Heat cramps
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Occur due to electrolyte disturbances
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Most common electrolyte abnormalities are hyponatremia and hypokalemia
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Heat edema
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Caused by vasodilation with pooling of interstitial fluid in the extremities
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Heat rash (miliaria)
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Common in newborns...
Aug 12, 2024
Contributor: Taylor Lynch, MD
Educational Pearls:
What is Central Cord Syndrome (CCS)?
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Incomplete spinal cord injury caused by trauma that compresses the center of the cord
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More common in hyperextension injuries like falling and hitting the chin
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Usually happens only in individuals with preexisting neck and spinal...
Aug 5, 2024
Contributor: Megan Hurley, MD
Educational Pearls:
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Initial assessment of patients with severe burn injuries begins with ABCs
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Airway: consider inhalation injury
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Breathing: circumferential burns of the trunk region can reduce respiratory muscle movement
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Circulation: circumferential burns compromise circulation