You have a Grade III encephalopathy patient. You’ve started the Lactulose, and you’re waiting. But 48 hours later, they are still incoherent! Sounds like a commonly encountered scenario! Hepatic encephalopathy
1. Peripheral vs Central Access Peripheral access: Includes short peripheral IVs (<6 cm) and midlines (8–20 cm). Peripheral IVs: Inserted in hand or forearm veins for short-term use (3–5 days). Use feet
Key Takeaways at a Glance (For those who just need the pearls — read this first!) NGT = short term, PEG = long term — NGTs are for ≤ 4–6 weeks; PEGs
Introduction A chest tube is a hollow, flexible tube that we place into the pleural space to drain air, blood, or fluid so the lung can re-expand. A pigtail catheter
Learn the 8 bad lab habits in hospitals that waste resources and rarely change management. Discover smarter, evidence-based alternatives to improve patient care and reduce unnecessary testing.
Introduction I can’t remember the last time I finished a shift without a call about a patient in acute pain. In this post, I’ll share a practical, easy-to-use guide to