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Paediatric Constipation

Mind The Bleep

It is also sensible to advised to ensure good fluid intake throughout treatment to help avoid dehydration which can occur with laxatives. LaznerM, “The Alex Emergency Department, Paediatric Practice Guideline. Belking-Gerson J, “BMJ Best Practice: Constipation in Children,” 5 March 2023.

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Episode 30 - Emergency Department Management of Patients With Complications of Bariatric Surgery

EB Medicine

Consider IV access and early IV fluids in those at risk for dehydration and intra-abdominal infections. Jeff: Tachycardic patients should make you concerned for hypovolemia 2/2 dehydration, sepsis, leaks, and blood loss. ASMBS pediatric committee best practice guidelines. At 6 to 8 mL/kg. 2015;25(4):622-627.

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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. Be sure to look for and treat dehydration, acute renal failure, and rhabdo though.

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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. Improving Communication Channels Poor communication is a leading cause of neglect.

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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.,