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EM@3AM: Leukopenia

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PCP Pneumonia, Sepsis) can be discharged with initiation of Antiretroviral Therapy in consultation with Infectious Disease (ID) physician with full ID evaluation outpatient. Management is directed based on underlying etiology, but consider fluid resuscitation, antipyretics, and antibiotics as indicated. In: Temesgen Z, ed.

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Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome

Don't Forget the Bubbles

She appears pale and dehydrated , and her level of alertness fluctuates. She receives fluid resuscitation, and you organise some tests to find out why she is so tired. Pay specific attention to fluid status, looking for evidence of dehydration. Manage hydration Children may be dehydrated or present with signs of fluid overload.

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ED care of refugee populations from sub-Saharan Africa

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Open-access image source: By M.Bitton – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, [link] Infectious Disease Exposure It is estimated that, on average, refugees seeking refuge in Uganda visit a health facility 1.8 times per month and that 80-120 refugees are screened daily for infectious diseases in the triage and emergency units.