Marsena Collins NP-C Shoulder dislocations are very common. In fact, they account for over 50 percent of all major joint dislocations. Further, the shoulder can dislocated in three difference ways: Reducing a dislocated shoulder requires an understanding of how the shoulder is dislocated. A successful reduction relies on choosing the correct technique. Fortunately, there are …
Bunnany Chhun Pekar, PhD, CRNA, AGACNP Question of the day: What is the most commonly practiced part of the pulmonary physical examination? The goal of this discussion is to review the components of a thorough pulmonary physical examination. We will also discuss if the performance of a physical examination is necessary. Advances in technology can …
Lindee Abe, ARNP We just did a post about DOMS, so let’s explore muscle breakdown a little bit further. Next up….let’s talk rhabdomyolysis. Most of us don’t see rhabdomyolysis. The military is one environment that comes to mind that sees increased numbers of rhabdomyolysis, specifically exertional rhabdomyolysis. We also read about the elderly being at …
Melanie Jones, PA-C Biliary disease in the outpatient setting is a common cause of abdominal pain. Abdominal pain is a common complaint for many outpatients. Your goal will be to determine if the complaint is something emergent that will require that the patient present to the Emergency Department or if it can be worked up …
Melanie Jones, PA-C Diverticulitis is an infection and/or inflammation in diverticula (small pouches) that occurs in the digestive tract, specifically the colon. In fact, there are more than 200,000 cases per year in the United States. Diverticulitis is the third leading cause of gastrointestinal complaints. Some patients may require inpatient treatment for severe pain or …
Josh Nowocin, PA-C Performing a thorough abdominal examination is a core skill every advanced practice provider should know. This exam plays a key role in determining a patients gastrointestinal and/or genitourinary pathology. It can also provide insight into other anatomical abnormalities. A detailed and thorough abdominal exam also decreases the need for radiologic testing. It …
