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Advanced Maternal Age
Peripartum Cardiomyopathy
Assisted Reproduction
1. When resuscitating DKA patients, avoid chloride-rich fluids as to not worsen acidosis. 2. Fight the urge to give bicarb! It does not address the pathophysiology of DKA and will likely harm the patient. 3. Mind the gap! Remember to follow the closure of the anion gap to guide treatment, not the serum glucose. 4. Not all "respiratory distress" is due to pulmonary etiology - think about metabolic causes of tachypnea as well! 1. Understand non-invasive ventilation settings:
2. NIV adjustments made according to disease state:
3. Remember the rule of 15’s for pre-oxygenation:
RED FLAGS
ED MANAGEMENT
1. Consider plain film imaging early in cases of suspected bowel obstruction
2. Involve surgical consultation early and get a lactate to evaluate for signs of bowel ischemia
Some pediatric dosing important to memorize:
Neonatal status epilepticus
Important causes of pediatric status epilepticus: Remember GLITTER!
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