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An overview of hypopituitarism

Don't Forget the Bubbles

This condition, known as diabetes insipidus (DI) , results in dehydration and high sodium concentrations in the blood. A stimulating substance is administered to provoke hormone secretion, with levels measured before, during, and after administration at regular intervals. The most commonly used stimulation tests include: 1.

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Episode 19 - Cannabinoids: Emerging Evidence in Use and Abuse

EB Medicine

Nachi: We’re going to be talking about the pathophysiology of cannabinoids, clinical findings in abuse, best practice management, differences between natural and synthetic cannabinoids, and treatment for cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. Basically, any way you can imagine, it seems like a route of administration has been explored.

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The Power of Teamwork in Combating Nursing Home Neglect 

American Medical Compliance

Nutritional neglect Providing inadequate nutrition, leading to malnutrition and dehydration. Proactive Health Monitoring Teams that work closely together can detect early warning signs of neglect, such as pressure ulcers or signs of dehydration. While policies and compliance measures are essential, they alone are not enough.

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IV fluids in the ED: When do we really need them?

EMDocs

For patients who are elderly, orthostasis is an unreliable clinical finding and may be present in the absence of dehydration. 36-37 There is little evidence regarding oral rehydration in adults with gastroenteritis, though it seems reasonable that adults with mild dehydration could be safely hydrated orally. Modified from: Pringle, K.,