Lindee Abe, ARNP Myocarditis is a problematic diagnosis. There is not one test or symptom that leads to the diagnosis. Instead, it is a combination of the history, physical exam, and diagnostic findings that show the provider the diagnosis. It is not a common diagnosis, making it challenging to consider in the list of differentials. …
Alex Koo, MD Dental Pain and related emergencies range anywhere from 0.4-10% of all emergency department (ED) visits and depend largely on your practice setting and environment.1 Many times, patients come to the emergency department seeking relief from pain and the inability to see a dentist in a timely manner. While most dental pain complaints …
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, …
Robert Beatty, MD FACEP Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when a blood clot travels to the lungs, obstructing blood flow. This article aims to discuss the signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of PE, including the application of the d-dimer, Wells score for risk stratification, and also PERC rules. …
Bunnany Pekar, CRNA, ARNP Have you ever thought of where the needle and syringe you just used to perform a knee aspiration and injection end up? What happens to the aspirated fluid that you send to lab for analysis? How about the countless plastic gloves, face mask, and all the other PPEs that you donned …
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). …
