By vgreene, 28 February, 2019 Assess hospitalization indications 11 level of care needs and resp unit MICU indications12
By vgreene, 28 February, 2019 Eval tx other conditions eg HF arrhythmias PE monitor fluid balance eg diuretics if needed
By vgreene, 28 February, 2019 PO steroids:6 Consider prednisone 40 mg/day x5 days (alternative: budesonide NEB)
By vgreene, 28 February, 2019 If non-life-threatening:1 Supplemental O24 target pulse ox 88%-92% sat; ✓frequent ABG/VBG3 for ↑PaCO2/acidosis. If ↑work of breathing or impaired gas exchange: Consider ventilation;2 NIV preferred if not contraindicated
By vgreene, 28 February, 2019 Drug- and pt-specific factors to consider when selecting antihyperglycemic tx: