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Grand Rounds Recap 2.14.24

Taming the SRU

Patients will typically present in acute respiratory distress. Providers should use ultrasound as early as possible to evaluate for cardiac dysfunction, pulmonary edema, and fluid status. They tend to be hypertensive, tachycardic, tachypneic, and hypoxic. Do not always appear volume overloaded on exam.

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The 84th Bubble Wrap

Don't Forget the Bubbles

Obesity is considered a contributing factor for some musculoskeletal outcomes. The main outcome measure was a GP consultation with a recorded musculoskeletal symptom or diagnosis. Point-of-care ultrasound for monitoring catheter tip location during umbilical vein catheterization in neonates: a prospective study. Arch Dis Child.

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The CLOVERS Trial

Taming the SRU

The CLASSIC trial is a randomized controlled trial conducted in the ICU setting which compared restrictive versus standard fluid strategies with a primary outcome of death by 90 days in patients with septic shock. for patients with ESRD in the restrictive group (95% CI; -41.9 versus 59.2%). versus 14.9%

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

EB Medicine

Consider performing a RUSH exam (that is rapid ultrasound for shock and hypotension) to identify the cause. Nachi: If possible, obtain a view of the IVC also while doing your ultrasound to assess for volume status. Nachi: If possible, obtain a view of the IVC also while doing your ultrasound to assess for volume status.

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From modular to moral: why longitudinal clinical experiences matter in professional identity formation (Part 2)

Sensible Medicine

Vertical integration of modular content may help align educational outcomes, but the vast majority of clinical education remains organized into traditional “blocks” of isolated experiences. Most concerning, few trainees enjoy the benefits of longitudinal clinical mentorship.

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