2005 EMS Rapid Diagnostic Testing 
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MARCH 11, 2024
Authors: Gaston Omba, MD (EM Resident Physician, Makerere University); Jessica Pelletier, DO (EM Education Fellow, Washington University in St. 16 In resource-constrained settings, rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) on stool samples offer a viable option. 13 Dark-field microscopy can be used to rapidly detect V.
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JANUARY 6, 2025
Surgical wound debridement and dressing are performed and the malaria rapid diagnostic test (MRDT) is noted to be positive. Intravenous (IV) crystalloids, IV paracetamol (acetaminophen), and IV dextrose are administered. Samples are drawn for type and crossmatch, complete blood count, and blood chemistry.
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