The role of working memory in learning
In this video, you'll learn about the role of cognitive load in learning theory and the energy-consuming processing steps that MUST happen for you to learn efficiently.
20th Jul 2021 • 5m read
E-learning in healthcare: 10 practical tips for success
These tips can help you maximize your success on an e-learning platform.
17th Jul 2021 • 3m read
How to teach medical residents: 21st century strategies
Today's residents are learning in completely new ways. These pointers can help you keep up.
8th Jul 2021 • 4m read
Dermatology 101: diagnosing a transient rash as urticaria
In this video, you'll learn strategies to recognize and treat this condition and how to make sure you don't confuse it with more serious conditions.
1st Jul 2021 • 2m read
Dermatology 101: recognizing eczema
In this video, you'll discover the telltale signs of eczema, why it can sometimes be difficult to diagnose, and important clues that will lead you to the right diagnosis every single time.
1st Jul 2021 • 5m read
Analyzing pericardial fluid (pericardial effusion analysis)
Testing done on pericardial fluid will not usually tell you whether a pericardial effusion is transudative or exudative, because this has little diagnostic value. In this video, you'll find out why that's the case and how to determine the cause of a pericardial effusion so you can take next steps.
28th Jun 2021 • 2m read
Analyzing the chemical composition of cerebrospinal fluid
In this video, you'll discover the CSF protein and glucose concentrations that spell trouble for your patient, the simple glucose calculation mistake that can cost you a diagnosis, and the little known test that will tell you whether meningitis is bacterial or viral.
24th Jun 2021 • 3m read
Analyzing gross appearance and cell count of cerebrospinal fluid
In this video, we review what the gross appearance and cell count can tell you about the cerebrospinal fluid and critical clues you need to be on the lookout for.
24th Jun 2021 • 3m read
Analyzing the cell count and protein concentration in ascites
In this video, you will learn how cell counts and protein concentrations help us diagnose the cause of ascites, how to figure out the serum-ascites albumin gradient (SAAG), and why it matters so much.
24th Jun 2021 • 3m read
Differentiating transudative and exudative pleural effusions
In this video, we'll discuss some components that can be used to differentiate between transudative and exudative pleural effusions, why you need to be careful with heart failure patients, and what your patient's serum glucose can tell you about their risk of malignancy.
24th Jun 2021 • 3m read