Strategies to Address Acute Malnutrition and High Mortality Rates in Children Under 5
Malnutrition in children under 5, specifically acute malnutrition, is a pressing issue in the Western Cape. This presentation outlines the current strategies, multisector engagement, causes, and impacts of acute malnutrition. It delves into the classifications of malnutrition, including severe and m
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Acute orofacial pain
Acute orofacial pain is often associated with dental issues, ranging from dentinal pain to periodontal pain. The pain can be moderate to severe, with various triggers such as mechanical stimulation and changes in osmotic pressure. This pain is prevalent in adults and can spread to different areas of
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Overview of Acute Gingival Diseases
Acute gingival diseases encompass various conditions such as Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis, Necrotizing Ulcerative Periodontitis, Necrotizing Ulcerative Stomatitis, and others. Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (NUG) is a microbial disease primarily affecting the gingiva, characterized by necros
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Managing Acute Chest Syndrome in Sickle Cell Disease
A case study of a 31-year-old male with sickle cell disease presenting in the emergency department with a pain crisis. The patient has a history of avascular necrosis, priapism, NSTEMI, cholecystectomy, and previous acute chest syndrome. Explore the patient's symptoms, past medical history, and reco
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Quick MD Care_ Your Trusted Partner in Primary Care Medicine
Quick MD Care: Your Trusted Partner in Primary Care Medicine\n\nWelcome to Quick MD Care, where compassionate primary care meets convenience. We understand the importance of having a trusted partner in managing your health. Our team of dedicated primary care doctors is committed to providing persona
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Hospital Stroke Care Audit 2023 Presentation
Customize your hospital's stroke care audit presentation using the provided template. Add your hospital's data to create an interactive slide deck for sharing with your team and stakeholders. The National Stroke Audit Acute Services 2023 focuses on assessing resources and clinical care indicators ag
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Overview of Acute Cholecystitis: Diagnosis, Severity Grading, and Treatment
Acute calculous cholecystitis is a common digestive disease with varying treatment perspectives. The Tokyo Guidelines 2018 provide criteria and severity grading for the diagnosis of acute cholecystitis. Diagnosis involves local and systemic signs of inflammation along with specific imaging findings.
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Understanding Leukemia: Causes, Types, and Treatment Options
Leukemia is a group of blood disorders characterized by abnormal white blood cell production. Factors like genetics, environment, and mutations in DNA play a role in its development. Acute leukemia requires urgent treatment due to rapid cell growth, while chronic leukemia progresses more slowly. The
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Comprehensive Acute Care at Home Service for Older Adults
This service, led by a dedicated consultant geriatrician and multidisciplinary team, focuses on providing acute care at home for older individuals at risk of hospital admission. The inclusion criteria, referral process, and interventions offered are outlined, emphasizing the aim of maintaining patie
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Global Nutrition Prevalence Rates in Children and Women
This content highlights the prevalence rates of acute malnutrition, severe acute malnutrition (SAM), moderate acute malnutrition (MAM), childhood stunting, acute malnutrition based on MUAC and edema, and acute malnutrition in pregnant and lactating women. The data is based on various criteria such a
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Comprehensive Guide to Acute Knee Examination in Urgent Care
This detailed guide covers the essential components of the acute knee exam conducted in an urgent care setting by Dr. Gregory Jones, including chief complaints, anatomy, examination techniques, ligament assessments, practical aspects, and more. The examination process involves assessing functional l
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Understanding Inflammation and Its Characteristics
Inflammation is the response of tissues to harmful agents, categorized as acute or chronic. Acute inflammation is rapid and short-lived, while chronic inflammation is insidious and prolonged. Chemical mediators play a crucial role in both forms, leading to tissue necrosis. The five cardinal signs of
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Comprehensive Overview of Acute Abdomen Assessment and Management
This detailed guide covers the definition, general approach, history taking, physical examination, investigations, diagnosis, and management of acute abdomen cases. Learn about common causes, such as acute appendicitis, bowel obstruction, and medical conditions. Real-life scenarios illustrate differ
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Understanding Gout: Pathophysiology, Stages, and Treatment Options
Gout is characterized by acute inflammatory arthritis due to sodium urate crystal deposits. Untreated gout can lead to complications like tophi, nephrolithiasis, and joint inflammation. The disease progresses through stages: acute, asymptomatic hyperuricemia, intercritical, and chronic gout. Treatme
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Transforming Acute Hospital Care: The Benefits of FIT Teams at the Front Door
FIT Teams, operating at the front door of acute hospitals, play a crucial role in addressing the challenges posed by an ageing population. With a focus on improving unscheduled care, these teams help enhance patient outcomes and reduce length of stay, particularly for elderly individuals. By investi
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Understanding Acute Pyelonephritis: Risk Factors, Etiology, and Management
Acute pyelonephritis is a bacterial infection of the kidney associated with serious complications. This article discusses the definition, risk factors, etiology, and pathogenesis of the condition. It also covers the clinical presentation, diagnosis, management, and prevention strategies for acute py
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Cognitive Stimulation Therapy in Post-Acute Care: A Pilot Study
Cognitive Stimulation Therapy (CST) is an evidence-based group intervention designed for individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment. It aims to enhance cognitive functioning through various activities such as executive functioning tasks, multi-sensory stimulation, and reminiscence work.
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Inpatient Management of Severe Acute Malnutrition Training Course 2011
This training course focuses on inpatient management of severe acute malnutrition, teaching procedures outlined in the national Community-Based Management of Severe Acute Malnutrition Guidelines. The training aims to reduce case fatality rates significantly and is designed for physicians, senior nur
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Acute Malnutrition - Fluid Management and Treatment Overview
Acute malnutrition, particularly severe acute malnutrition (SAM), requires careful fluid management and a structured treatment approach involving stabilization, transition, and rehabilitation phases. This condition results from inadequate dietary intake or acute infections, leading to severe wasting
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Comprehensive Overview of Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM)
The presentation outlines the components and continuum of care in CMAM, including screening criteria for moderate and severe acute malnutrition (MAM and SAM), community outreach strategies, outpatient care with ready-to-use therapeutic food, inpatient care for SAM cases with medical complications, s
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Comprehensive Treatment Guidelines for Acute Ischemic Stroke
In the management of acute ischemic stroke, the primary goals are to reduce secondary brain damage, maintain adequate perfusion, and prevent recurrent strokes by managing risk factors. Treatment includes maintaining tissue oxygenation, correcting volume status and electrolytes, managing blood glucos
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Enhancing Acute Musculoskeletal Patient Care in Beaumont ED
Beaumont Hospital's Physiotherapy Department, led by Senior MSK Physiotherapist Enda McCarthy, has seized the opportunity during the pandemic to improve the acute musculoskeletal journey of patients in the Emergency Department. By implementing a service development strategy focusing on assessing and
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Understanding Abnormal Liver Function Tests: Acute vs. Chronic Approach
Comprehensive discussion on assessing patients with abnormal liver test results, focusing on distinguishing between acute and chronic liver conditions. Covers diagnostic workup, patient cases, and differential diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of patient history, physical examination, and key di
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Enhanced Eyecare Services for Optometrists in North Staffordshire
North Staffordshire Minor Eye Conditions Service (MECS) has been re-launched to provide a comprehensive managed service for treating common eye problems by local community optometrists. MECS offers a broader scope than the previous Acute Eye pathway, enabling the management of both acute and non-acu
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Integrating Nutrition Assessment and Support for Health Providers: Session on Acute Malnutrition Management
This training session focuses on the management of acute malnutrition through inpatient and outpatient therapeutic care, supplementary feeding programs, and community linkage for early intervention. It outlines the types of therapeutic foods used in nutrition care, discharge criteria for outpatient
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Behavioral Health Readmissions in Massachusetts Acute Care Hospitals Overview
This presentation delves into the prevalence of behavioral health comorbidities and readmissions in Massachusetts acute care hospitals. It highlights the importance of addressing behavioral health conditions in hospital settings, emphasizing the need for improved discharge planning and quality impro
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Review of Care for Patients with Acute Bowel Obstruction: Recommendations and Key Findings
This review assesses the quality of care provided to patients aged over 16 years with acute bowel obstruction. Significant delays were identified in the care pathway, from imaging requests to availability of operating theatres. Recommendations include prompt CT scans with intravenous contrast for de
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Comprehensive Guide to Creating and Understanding Acute Care Plans
This comprehensive guide provides detailed information on creating and understanding acute care plans, including the purpose of an acute plan, who needs one, what information can be written in an acute plan, examples of baseline clinical parameters, alerts to more detailed plans, and insights into c
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Enhancing Communication in Acute Care: Person-Centred Language for Physicians
Person-Centred Language (PCL) plays a crucial role in acute care settings, influencing patient-provider interactions and care outcomes. This approach emphasizes respect, specificity, and objectivity in communication, enhancing patient satisfaction and engagement. By using language that is respectful
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Epidemiology of Hepatitis B and C in Florida: 2019 Data Analysis
The Department of Health in Florida has released the 2019 data on the epidemiology of Hepatitis B and C as of January 21, 2021. The report includes information on acute and chronic cases, technical notes on case definitions, and changes in national case definitions in 2020. Acute cases require speci
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Understanding Pain Management: Acute vs. Chronic Pain and Interventional Therapies
Pain is a complex experience that can be acute or chronic, requiring different treatment approaches. Acute pain alerts us to potential injury, while chronic pain lasts longer and affects quality of life. Management options range from medical and psychological treatments to advanced interventions and
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Multicentric Study on the Management of Acute Hypertensive Events in Greece
This study focuses on acute hypertensive events, including hypertensive crises and emergencies, aiming to assess prevalence, characteristics of patients, and management strategies in Greek hospitals. The study involves a national, multicentric, non-invasive approach in collaboration with Hellenic ES
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Understanding Acute Liver Disorders: Causes, Presentations, and Management
Acute liver disorders can have various causes such as drugs, viruses, ischemia, autoimmune conditions, and more. The presentations of acute liver disease can include abnormal liver tests, jaundice, liver impairment, and even liver failure. Management involves removing and treating the underlying cau
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Overview of Acute Liver Failure: Causes, Classification, and Diagnosis
Acute liver failure is a severe condition characterized by rapid liver dysfunction within 6 months of symptom onset, leading to encephalopathy, coagulopathy, and jaundice. This condition can be classified as hyperacute, acute, subacute, fulminant, or sub-fulminant based on the duration from jaundice
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Understanding Acute Visual Loss: Causes and Evaluation
Loss of vision can occur suddenly, affecting one or both eyes and various parts of the visual field. This guide explores the definition, pathophysiology, and evaluation of acute visual loss. Common causes include optic nerve diseases, retinal disorders, and vascular issues. The visual pathway from t
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Approach to Acute Flaccid Paralysis in Children: Evaluation and Management
Acute muscular weakness in children is a neurological emergency defined by sudden onset muscle weakness or paralysis in less than 5 days. When evaluating a child with acute flaccid paralysis, consider factors like onset rhythm, associated symptoms, and past medical history. A thorough physical and n
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Children's Hospital @ Home: Acute Nursing Care in Tower Hamlets
Providing acute nursing care for children at home from 8 am to 10 pm, the Children's Hospital @ Home in Tower Hamlets offers services such as IVABs, NGT re-insertion, acute assessment, wheeze management, and home-based phototherapy. The initiative aims to reduce hospital stays, minimize admissions f
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Innovative Approaches in Scaling Up Community-Based Management of Acute Malnutrition
Scaling up community-based management of acute malnutrition is vital for reaching vulnerable populations. DFID's efforts in countries like Malawi, India, and Ethiopia showcase unique strategies such as local production of RUTF, piloting CMAM in communities, and integrating CMAM into national nutriti
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Understanding Acute Diarrheal Illness and Gastrointestinal Infections
Acute diarrheal illness is a common issue globally, leading to significant morbidity and mortality. This lecture covers the types of acute diarrhea, host defenses, pathogens like E. coli, Campylobacter, and Yersinia, and their management. It also discusses microbiological diagnosis methods, food poi
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Understanding Acute Coronary Syndrome: Diagnosis and Immediate Therapies
A 58-year-old man presents with acute severe chest pain, diaphoresis, dyspnea, and risk factors for coronary heart disease. The most likely diagnosis is acute myocardial infarction. Immediate steps include placing the patient on a cardiac monitor, obtaining an ECG, and administering aspirin. Additio
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