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Bronchiolitis is a viral respiratory tract infection affecting the lower airways in children up to 2 years old (and more commonly in those less than 12 months old)
Approximately 85% of radial head fractures occur in the 20-60 age range and are usually the result of a FOOSH when the radial head impacts the capitellum. 85-95% of patients managed conservatively have a good outcome.
Swift recognition of frailty is important in planning and tailoring any intervention. Using a Clinical Frailty Scale app can quickly and accurately calculate a patient's Clinical Frailty Score.
Shingles are a painful rash caused by the reactivation of the Varicella-Zoster virus – the same virus that causes chickenpox. 50% of those living to 85 years old will have at least one episode.
The inferior alveolar nerve (IAN) is a branch of the mandibular nerve and can be injured following a trauma. Did you know up to 56% of mandibular fractures have some sort of IAN paresthesia?
Patients who are in acute hypercapnic/type 2 respiratory failure may need NIV to stabilise their situation. For those requiring acute NIV can be associated with a mortality rate of up to 50% within one year.
Neck of femur fracture is considered one of the most common presentations to the ED as a result of a fall from standing height. Find out what happens next with this week’s #LightningLearning.
Polypharmacy can increase the risk of drug interactions and adverse reactions. The STOPP/START criteria is validated to help reduce inappropriate prescriptions amongst older people.
Acute confusion could be a sign of Red Flag Sepsis (RFS), particularly in younger patients. If you suspect that a patient has infection combined with acute confusion, the ‘Sepsis Six’ care bundle should be considered as a time-critical intervention.
Need a quick recap of the main differences between nasal cannulae, non-rebreather and venturi masks?
