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Evidence micro-briefs for inpatient questions — created with inScope, our clinical evidence engine, and reviewed before publication.
Acute Asthma Exacerbation: Evaluation and Treatment
Acute asthma exacerbation: inhaled SABA, early systemic steroids, ipratropium and IV magnesium for severe attacks, oxygen to 93–95%, and escalation.
Acute COPD Exacerbation: Evaluation and Treatment
The acute COPD exacerbation bundle: bronchodilators, a 5-day steroid course, when antibiotics help, controlled oxygen to 88–92%, and early NIV.
SIADH: Diagnosis and Management
SIADH evaluation and management: the diagnostic criteria, fluid restriction as first-line, hypertonic saline for severe symptoms, avoiding overcorrection.
How fast can serum sodium be corrected safely in chronic hyponatremia?
Safe sodium correction rates in chronic hyponatremia, who is at high risk of osmotic demyelination, and what to do after overcorrection.
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