puke
when these molecules of red blood cells are oxidized following exposure to gastric acid, it can lead to that looks like this coffee ground
what is heme?
this kind of infection is characterized by erythema, warmth, edema, and tenderness to palpation resulting from cytokine and neutrophil response from bacteria breaching the epidermis.
what is cellulitis?
the amount of air that moves in or out of the lungs with each respiratory cycle.
What is tidal volume?
During a physical exam, the physician asks the patient to take a deep breath while placing their hand on the right upper quadrant of the abdomen, below the rib cage. If the patient feels pain and abruptly stops breathing when pressure is applied to the area, it is considered a positive
what is murphy's?
This is an instrument used by medical professionals to assess and diagnose the severity of alcohol withdrawal
WHAT IS A CIWA?
This is one of the main nerves involved in the digestive system, and it sends signals to the brain to trigger the vomiting reflex when it detects something abnormal or irritating in the digestive tract.
what is vagus?
this is a gram-positive, facultative anaerobic organism which cause a variety of infections, including endocarditis, UTIs, prostatitis, intra-abdominal infection, cellulitis, wound infection and bacteremia
what is enterococcus?
TV+IRV+ERV+RV=???
What is total lung capacity?
This is characterized by a jerky, ratchety resistance to passive movement of a limb or joint, which feels like a series of catches or clicks as the joint is moved. It is typically observed when the healthcare provider moves the patient's limb slowly and steadily.
what is cogwheel rigidity?
This is the most severe form of ethanol withdrawal, manifested by altered mental status (global confusion) and sympathetic overdrive (autonomic hyperactivity), which can progress to cardiovascular collapse
What is Delirium Tremens?
One of the most interesting features of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is that many patients find relief from their symptoms by taking hot showers or baths which relieve nausea via release of these
what are endocannabinoids ?
Extended-Spectrum Beta-Lactamases are enzymes produced by some bacteria that can break down and inactivate certain types of antibiotics, specifically the beta-lactam class of antibiotics such as penicillins, and these
what are cephalosporins?
This is considered the gold standard for confirming the diagnosis of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and assessing treatment response.
What is spirometry(PFTs)?
these are painless purple or brown erythematous macular lesions that usually affect the palms, soles, and fingers. They are sometimes purple or bleeding. They may last days or weeks, and tend to disappear with the resolution of the Infective endocarditis
what are janeway lesions?
Wernicke–Korsakoff syndrome in people with chronic alcohol use particularly is associated with atrophy/infarction of specific regions of the brain, especially here.
What are the mammillary bodies?
The vomiting center receives input from multiple sources, including the gastrointestinal tract, inner ear, and other areas of the brain is located here
what is the medulla ?
this abx has broad-spectrum activity against many gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including MRSA and Streptococcus pneumoniae Haemophilus influenzae, Escherichia coli, Klebsiella pneumoniae, and Proteus mirabilis but not pseudomonas.
what is ceftaroline?
This is how reserve volume is measured
What is the gas dilution method?
this refers to a thickened, rope-like structure that can be felt under the skin. They are often associated with certain medical conditions, involving immobility.
what are palpable cords?
Chronic ethanol use induces an insensitivity to this neurotransmitter such that more inhibitor is required to maintain a constant inhibitory tone
What is GABA?
Diclegis is a combination of two medications, doxylamine succinate and this, that work together to help alleviate symptoms of morning sickness in pregnant women.
what is diclegis?
this is a nitroimidazole antimicrobial used to treat mild to moderate c.diff infections with diarrhea (at least 3 loose stools in 24 hours) and a positive C. difficile stool test.
what is metronidizole?
Patients with this allergy are at risk for cross reactivity in thiazide and loop diuretics
What is sulfa ?
these are pinpoint bleeding spots that occur after scaling of the skin, particularly on the scalp, in patients with psoriasis
what is Auspitz sign?
These are eosinophilic accumulations of intracellular protein aggregates within the cytoplasm of hepatocytes and can form in alcoholic hepatitis.
What are Mallory bodies?