Search results for "Hypertension"
MKSAP quiz on dermatology
Cases involving a new skin nodule; red, swollen legs; a history of MRSA infections; and others are presented
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/02/mksap-dermatology.htm
15 Feb 2017
Bonus online case: Pulmonary coccidioidomycosis
The patient had been seen repeatedly for progressive dyspnea and a dry cough.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2020/01/brief-case-online-coccidioidomycosis.htm
15 Jan 2020
Heart failure gets a new drug
Sacubitril/valsartan attracted attention even before approval.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2015/09/heart-failure-drugs.htm
15 Sep 2015
MKSAP quiz on pressure ulcers and pain
This month's quiz includes questions from ACP's Medical Knowledge Self-Assessment Program (MKSAP 17) on pressure ulcers and pain management.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2018/06/mksap-quiz-on-pressure-ulcers-and-pain.htm
15 Jun 2018
Caring for cancer patients
Knowledge about the effects of cancer treatments on organ systems and the potential risks of surgery unique to cancer patients is becoming key.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2013/02/cancer.htm
15 Feb 2013
Move fast, but sometimes not too fast, in hypertensive emergencies
Reducing blood pressure in stroke, aortic dissection, and other conditions.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2015/07/hypertensive-emergencies.htm
15 Jul 2015
Warning about posaconazole formulation confusion
Details on the latest recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2016/03/fda.htm
15 Mar 2016
Antibiotic combo approved for pneumonia
Recalls, alerts, and approvals.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2020/08/fda-update-antibiotic-combo-approved-for-pneumonia.htm
15 Aug 2020
Disseminated varicella infection in an immunocompromised patient
A patient with a history of liver transplant presented with a progressive rash.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2024/04/03/free/disseminated-varicella-infection-in-an-immunocompromised-patient.htm
3 Apr 2024
Latest inpatient COVID-19 research looks at plasma, intubation, delirium, VTE, and more
Recent studies showed that convalescent plasma didn't improve outcomes, a protocol reduced intubation rates, delirium was a common presentation among elderly patients, venous thromboembolism (VTE) was more common in the ICU, and racial disparities persisted after adjustment.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2020/11/25/2.htm
25 Nov 2020