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But Can You Just PO?

Taming the SRU

Other conditions that lead to intravascular fluid depletion include but are not limited to starvation/dehydration, vomiting, diarrhea, burns/trauma, hyperglycemia, and hemorrhage. demonstrated that use of ORT was characterized by shorter stays at the hospital. Oral intake is the most preferred method for receiving fluids.

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How To Handle Medical Emergencies: A Guide For Everyone

Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd

Minor issues like dehydration and heat stroke could also show up with this symptom. Severe or persistent vomiting or diarrhea Prolonged episodes of severe vomiting or diarrhea can cause electrolyte imbalances and dehydration. Burns For burns, place the injured area under running cool water for at least 10 minutes.

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Episode 32 - Assisting With Air Travel Medical Emergencies: Responsibilities and Pitfalls (Ethics CME)

EB Medicine

Most of the dehydration that occurs is more likely due to inadequate water intake and excess caffeine and alcohol consumption depending on the time of day. Nachi: AEDs are also required and have been since 2001 and amazingly when a shock was delivered in flight, 40% survived to hospital discharge with a good outcome.

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Pain Management of Common Chief Complaints in the ED

EMDocs

Bhana, MD (EM Resident Physician, University of Massachusetts/UMass Chan Medical School); Clarence Kong, MD (Pain Fellow, Eastern Virginia Medical School – Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University); Mani Hashemi, MD (EM Attending, HCA Florida Mercy Hospital); S.M. Pain can be improved or exacerbated with meals. Epub 2021 Jan 2.

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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. 2024, 33 use of ultrasound may lead to a reduction in mortality, less volume of fluids given, and decreased hospital stay. WHO scale for dehydration in children. < 11 A study by Stephan et al.

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The Role of Reporting in Combatting Nursing Home Abuse 

American Medical Compliance

Recognizing the Signs of Abuse Healthcare providers must remain vigilant for signs of abuse, which can include: Physical Signs : Unexplained bruises, burns, or fractures, along with frequent hospitalizations for preventable issues. Neglect Indicators : Malnutrition, dehydration, poor hygiene, and untreated medical issues.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

EMDocs

Based on available hospital resources, the patient is treated for septic shock secondary to pneumonia and an infected wound using broad-spectrum antibiotics and IV crystalloid fluids. 92 Refugee patients with SAM, dehydration, or shock should be admitted for further management. In: CDC Yellow Book 2024. Accessed October 23, 2024.