Lindee Abe, APRN Consulting another healthcare professional was not taught in school when I went to school for my FNP. It was something that I learned during clinical rotations and later in clinical practice. Since this topic is not routinely covered in any textbook, it is a great topic to address in this forum. I’m …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Otitis Externa with Ear pain is a common complaint in healthcare. If you work in family practice, urgent care, or the emergency department, you will see patients with ear pain. Otitis media is a frequent diagnosis in patients with ear pain, especially during cold and flu season. Otitis externa is another …
Rich Greene, PA-C Head injury and concussion are common outpatient complaints. This case-based approach will help you differentiate the types of concussion and their common management. Patient 1 A 3 year-old male, presenting to the Emergency Department (ED) after falling off the bed while jumping on it. Patient hit their head on a tile floor …
Lindee Abe, APRN Dysuria is a frequent patient presentation across all settings. While this seems straightforward, providers should consider all the potential causes of dysuria when this patient presents to see them. Suppose we fail to think through possible diagnoses and go for the most straightforward without considering other possibilities. In that case, we can …
Rob Beatty, MD FACEP Sepsis is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that is unfortunately all too common in hospitals. Healthcare providers must recognize the signs and symptoms of sepsis early and initiate prompt treatment to improve patient outcomes. But what is the best therapy for sepsis? Is it the CLOVERS treatment, or is it …
Lindee Abe, APRN Imposter Syndrome causes real feelings of anxiety. Mental health has recently become a focus for healthcare providers. It is essential for us to take care of ourselves to take care of patients. The pandemic had a huge impact on our mental health. One area that existed before the pandemic and will continue …
