Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Introduction Pneumonia is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality worldwide, making accurate assessment and also management crucial for healthcare providers. Various scoring systems have been developed to aid in the assessment and also risk stratification of patients with pneumonia. This article aims to analyze and compare different pneumonia scoring guidelines …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP This article aims to give providers an evidence-based overview of the most effective antibiotic ointments for the treatment of injuries. Injuries that result in open wounds are susceptible to bacterial infections, making the selection of an appropriate ointment crucial. By reviewing recent studies and also clinical trials, we evaluate the efficacy, …
Brandon Geer, APRN Current cholesterol and hyperlipidemia management can have a significant effect on the body. If not properly managed or maintained, high cholesterol or hyperlipidemia can cause an increase of fat deposits in arteries, and can increase the risk of arterial blockages causing conditions such as strokes or cardiac ischemia (American Heart Association, 2020). …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Repetitive motion disorders, also known as repetitive strain injuries, are a common problem for many people who perform the same task repeatedly, whether it be at work or during leisure activities. These types of disorders can cause joint pain, inflammation, and even long-term damage to the affected area. In this blog …
Amy Patel, PA-C The red eye is a common complaint seen in the pediatric and adult population. The most common cause of a red eye is conjunctivitis or inflammation of the conjunctiva. Anatomically, the conjunctiva is composed of two parts: palpebral and bulbar. The palpebral layer, also known as the tarsal conjunctiva, lines the inside …
Marsena Collins NP-C Shoulder dislocations are very common. In fact, they account for over 50 percent of all major joint dislocations. Further, the shoulder can dislocated in three difference ways: Reducing a dislocated shoulder requires an understanding of how the shoulder is dislocated. A successful reduction relies on choosing the correct technique. Fortunately, there are …
