An Article 999 'Learn Fast' (previously 'fast fact' & 'quick revision') post on the differences between crystalloids and colloids. For general reference, revision, and those moments when you want a quick answer to a question.
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Trauma terminology - crush injury vs syndrome vs compression, vs compartment syndrome...vs rhabdo!
SAH = Subarachnoid Haemorrhage Source: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441958/Image: Adobe Stock Fancy fact: But is it hemorrhage or haemorrhage? This is another US/UK spelling match – we like our a’s in the UK. […]
The biggest failure we make in medical education is teaching that there is only one way of doing something. This research is a good reminder of the need to teach or highlight that there are multiple accepted methods.
Please note, these notes are not exhaustive and are by no means a replacement for studying the course manual.
Want to understand a little more about rhabdomyolysis. Here are 8 key points, all referenced, with lots more info due soon in quick refresher posts.
Text reference: Michael J.Neal: Medical Pharmacology at a Glance Image: Amazon Stock