Analyzing liver function: how to use lab values
In this video, we'll look at liver function tests in more detail, what each of these tests can tell us about our patient's health, and when they may signal something sinister.
30th Dec 2020 • 3m read
Identifying cholestasis on a liver lab panel
In this video, we'll explore the cholesteric pattern of liver function test abnormalities, discuss which enzymes you need to take seriously, and what you should do if the results aren't clear.
30th Dec 2020 • 2m read
Getting to know albumin physiology
In this video, from our Liver Lab Essentials course, we look at how serum albumin levels can help you to determine whether your patient is suffering from an acute or chronic liver disease.
30th Dec 2020 • 2m read
Recognizing an acute abdomen
In this video, you'll learn the three key signs of an acute abdomen, critical symptoms that require urgent referral, and underlying conditions that lead to this painful situation.
26th Dec 2020 • 3m read
Managing spina bifida
In this video, you'll learn the critical elements of caring for children with spina bifida and when to seek specialist support.
14th Dec 2020 • 6m read
Demonstrating the essentials of abdominal palpation
In this video, you'll learn how to build trust with your patient in pain as well as the proper hand placement for light and deep palpation.
26th Nov 2020 • 3m read
Auscultating the abdomen
In this video, from our Abdominal Examination Essentials course, we look at a step-by-step method for ensuring that all areas of the abdomen are covered and how to tell when something is wrong.
26th Nov 2020 • 3m read
How to take a detailed history of gastrointestinal symptoms
In this video, we'll take a look at the main abdominal complaints that patients typically present and figure out which area of the GI tract is likely to be responsible.
26th Nov 2020 • 3m read
Treating sports-related head injuries
In this video, we review sports-related syndromes and discuss when it's safe for a high school athlete to return to play after a neck injury and when returning to play could make things worse.
14th Nov 2020 • 3m read
Managing patients with gliomas
Knowing the grim prognosis of gliomas, how do you manage a patient with a suspected, or definitively diagnosed, high-grade (grade III or IV) astrocytoma? In this video, we'll look at the process you should follow when dealing with these sensitive situations and how to best support your glioma patients.
14th Nov 2020 • 3m read