Immunocompromised patients are at risk for serious complications. Takeaways: Adenovirus, which typically presents as a febrile respiratory illness for 1…
After cleft palate repair, 16-month-old Nicholas* is admitted to the general care unit in a children’s hospital for postoperative monitoring. Because of…
Quick treatment results in a good outcome. Takeaways: Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors can increase the release of bradykinin, which can increase…
Prompt recognition of subtle signs saves patient’s life. Key Points: Patients who experience an aneurysmal subarachnoid hemorrhage (aSAH) require frequent…
Quick action prevents a negative outcome. Takeaways: Cirrhosis of the liver causes scaring, shrinking, and hardening. Complications of cirrhosis include…
Early identification prevents negative outcomes. Takeaways: Fat embolism syndrome is a rare complication that can occur after traumatic orthopedic injuries.…
Insulin administration requires close monitoring. Takeaways: When administering insulin, closely monitor food intake and potential side effects including hypoglycemia. Chronic…
An uncommon complication with serious consequences Takeaways: Re-expansion pulmonary edema is a rare complication of pleural drainage with potentially fatal…
Early identification results in a positive outcome. Takeaways: Abdominal pain, bloating and distension, vomiting, and obstipation are warning signs of…
Quick response to postsurgical complication. Takeaways: Benign prostatic hypertrophy, if left untreated, may lead to chronic urinary retention. Medical…