Search results for "Cough"
Catheters, infusion pumps recalled
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/02/catheters-infusion-pumps-recalled.htm
1 Feb 2021
MKSAP Quiz: Gradually worsening dyspnea on exertion
A 32-year-old woman is evaluated for a 2-month history of gradually worsening dyspnea on exertion. She has difficulty climbing one flight of stairs, but has no wheezing or cough. After physical and cardiopulmonary exam, chest radiography, and spirometry, what is the most likely diagnosis?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/01/mksap-quiz-gradually-worsening-dyspnea-on-exertion.htm
1 Jan 2021
Treating the lingering effects of COVID-19
An expert offered tips on helping patients who catch the novel coronavirus and then can't shake the symptoms.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/01/treating-the-lingering-effects-of-covid-19.htm
1 Jan 2021
New warning on NSAIDs; drug approved for flu exposures
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2021/01/new-warning-on-nsaids-drug-approved-for-flu-exposures.htm
1 Jan 2021
First COVID-19 vaccine receives interim recommendation, hydroxychloroquine ineffective for prophylaxis, and more
The FDA issued an emergency use authorization for the first mRNA vaccine against SARS-CoV-2, and the CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices made an interim recommendation for its use in those ages 16 years and older. Other research looked at postexposure prophylaxis, household SARS-CoV-2 transmission, and persistent COVID-19 symptoms.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/12/15/1.htm
15 Dec 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 2-month history of nonproductive cough
A 62-year-old man is evaluated for a 2-month history of nonproductive cough, progressive dyspnea, and fatigue. He reports a 6.8-kg (15-lb) weight loss during this time. He has a 30-pack-year history of smoking. He worked in a navy ship yard 32 years ago. Following a physical exam, chest radiograph, and thoracentesis, what is the most appropriate next step?
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/11/10/3.htm
10 Nov 2020
Latest research on COVID-19 antibodies, cardiac and stroke risks, mortality rates
A monoclonal antibody treatment showed benefit in outpatients, data varied on duration of antibody response, cardiac effects appeared common while strokes were not, and mortality improved, among other recent findings on COVID-19.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2020/11/03/1.htm
3 Nov 2020
MKSAP Quiz: 12-hour history of fever
A 51-year-old man is evaluated in the emergency department for a 12-hour history of fever, chills, headache, and weakness. He works on his farm in Maine and spends a considerable part of most days outside, but he is not aware of any tick or mosquito bites. Following a physical exam and lab studies, a blood smear from this patient is most likely to show which of the following abnormalities?
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/11/mksap-quiz-12-hour-history-of-fever.htm
1 Nov 2020
Latest updates on ACP's priorities, initiatives
ACP Spotlight offers readers a look at ACP's current top priorities and initiatives, as well as highlights from our e-newsletter, ACP Internist Weekly.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/10/latest-updates-on-acps-priorities-initiatives.htm
1 Oct 2020
Infusion sets, heparin recalled
This column reviews details on recent recalls, warnings, and approvals.
https://immattersacp.org/archives/2020/10/infusion-sets-heparin-recalled.htm
1 Oct 2020