Search results for "Physical Examination"
Upper gastrointestinal bleed
This edition of Morning Report focuses on a fictional patient with an upper gastrointestinal bleed.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/06/morning-report-gi-bleed.htm
15 Jun 2017
More on COPD documentation and coding challenges
Additional advice offered on accurately coding the severity of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/06/coding-copd-documentation-part-2.htm
15 Jun 2017
A collection of individual cases
Pernicious anemia, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, Entamoeba histolytica liver abscess, and more
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/05/brief-case-individual-cases.htm
15 May 2017
MKSAP quiz on beta-blockers
The following cases and commentary, which focus on use of beta-blockers, are excerpted from ACPs Medical Knowledge Self-Assessment Program (MKSAP 17).
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/04/ty.htm
15 Apr 2017
Guideline released on evaluation, management of syncope
The joint guideline from the American College of Cardiology, the American Heart Association, and the Heart Rhythm Society includes detailed treatment recommendations for cardiovascular conditions, including arrhythmic conditions, structural conditions, and inheritable arrhythmic conditions.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/weekly/archives/2017/03/15/4.htm
15 Mar 2017
Cases from Brooke Army Medical Center
Sphincter of Oddi dysfunction, GI stromal tumor, alcoholic hepatitis, and more.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/03/brief-case-brooke-army-medical-center.htm
15 Mar 2017
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
Textbook reflects evolution of hospitalists
More robust coverage of consultation medicine, rehabilitation medicine, oncology, palliative care, and transitions of care is included
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/02/q-and-a-principles-practice-hospital-medicine.htm
15 Feb 2017
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
Diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia in a 46-year-old woman.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2017/02/morning-report-heparin-induced-thrombocytopenia.htm
15 Feb 2017
MKSAP quiz on head injuries
Cases involving headache and vomiting after a fall, soccer injury, blurred vision after an assault, and others are presented.
https://acphospitalist.acponline.org/archives/2016/12/mksap-head-injuries.htm
15 Dec 2016