Pneumonia leads to organ failure
Should the clinicians be held responsible for failing to offer revaccination to a high-risk patient?
Practice Management
Nurse’s perseverance saves patient from amputation
A homeless man without insurance almost loses foot due to ulcers.
Scaly papules in sun-exposed areas
Two patients present with scaly papules. One presented to the dermatology clinic with an eight-month history of an asymptomatic progressive rash on his arms and legs, and the other patient had a history of multiple nonmelanoma skin cancers with asymptomatic scaly lesions on his hands, arms and head.
Cancer missed because patient lacked health insurance
Nurse commits to dedicating more time to free clinics.
FDA warns against chelation products
Patients who assume they can safely use OTC chelation products should be advised of a new FDA warning. The agency has told eight companies to stop selling chelation products that claim to treat Alzheimer’s disease, autism, and many other disorders. The agency is also advising consumers to avoid OTC chelation products that are marketed as…
Iron guidelines for kids reissued
The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated it’s 1999 guidelines on iron intake for youngsters aged 3 years and younger.
Nurses should assume leadership roles in Accountable Care Organizations
The American Nurses Association urges CMS to recognize nurses as key players, as new models of care are tested and developed.
Rare autoimmune disorder stumps PCPs
Child presented with sore throat, rash and fever, but had an unusual response to antibiotics when treated for strep throat.
Integrated approach to smoking cessation achieved higher quit rates
Treatment model used in patients with PTSD may have broader benefits for smokers with other mental disorders.
Medical missionary removes teenager’s old sutures
Similarities between patient and own child hit close to home.
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