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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. link] Fan, L.,

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Haemolytic Uraemic Syndrome

Don't Forget the Bubbles

She receives fluid resuscitation, and you organise some tests to find out why she is so tired. Excessive transfusion can increase the risk of hyperkalaemia and fluid overload. It may worsen HUS, according to some research, though even if platelets are given, the risk of bleeding during a procedure in HUS may not change.

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Sepsis Updates Relevant to the Emergency Physician

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13,14 Fluids Fluid resuscitation is a mainstay of sepsis therapy, as the condition is commonly associated with both absolute and relative hypovolemia. 15 Two changes were elucidated in the 2021 SSC guidelines for fluid resuscitation. Additionally, the recommendation to use a 30 cc/kg bolus was downgraded.

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