Basic Life Support
aborashyd83 Basic Life Support (CPR) – A critical component of ACLS The most current research available suggests that quality CPR is a crucial variable in survival fromresuscitation attempts – even more…
2022
percutaneous needle biopsy
Indications for percutaneous needle biopsy Unexplained AKI or CKD Unexplained proteinuria and hematuria Previously identified and treated lesions to guide future therapy Systemic diseases associated with kidney dysfunction, such as…
URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID Mode of actionUnclear; alters bile acid composition resulting in greater concentration of ursodeoxycholic acid; increases bile acidoutput and bile flow. Some evidence for immunological mechanisms.IndicationsChronic cholestatic liver diseases…
ETHANOLAMINE OLEATE
Indicationsused as a sclerosant in the treatment of varicose veins and oesophageal varices. Adverse effectMonoethanolamine oleate is irritant to skin and mucous membranes. Local injection may cause sloughing, ulceration,and, in…
MACROGOL
Mode of actionso-osmotic solutions containing electrolytes and polyethylene glycol (PEG), which clean the bowel by causing diarrhoea.IndicationsUsed before colonic surgery, colonoscopy, or radiological examination to ensure the bowel is free…
MACROGOL
Mode of actionso-osmotic solutions containing electrolytes and polyethylene glycol (PEG), which clean the bowel by causing diarrhoea. IndicationsUsed before colonic surgery, colonoscopy, or radiological xamination to ensure the bowel is…
PHOSPHATE ENEMA
Mode of action Non-absorbable salts retain fluid in the colon by osmotic effect and stimulate peristalsis. IndicationsBowel preparation, for GI endoscopic or surgical procedures; Chronic constipation. ContraindicationsIntestinal obstruction, partial or…
LACTULOSE
Mode of actionPoorly absorbed, metabolized by colonic bacteria; it exerts an osmotic effect in the colon. Increase in intraluminal pressure stimulates peristalsis.Beneficial effects in hepatic encephalopathy are thought to result…
SENNA
Mode of actionAct by direct stimulation of nerve endings in colonic mucosa to increase intestinal motility. May cause accumulation of water and electrolytes in the colonic lumen.IndicationsConstipation.ContraindicationsIntestinal obstruction, partial or…
GLYCEROL
Also known as glycerin.Mode of actionNon-absorbable sugar. Osmotic laxative; it draws water into the faeces, has lubricating properties and may also act as a stimulant by its local irritant effects.…