Guidelines
1,823 entriesSpeciality / institutional guidelines
- Diabetic Hyperglycaemic EmergenciesDiabetic hyperglycaemic emergencies→
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) in PregnancyContext Common presenting symptoms Diagnostic criteria for DKA in pregnancy Aspects of treatment Fluids Interpretation of blood ketones Treatment pillars Cautionary notes: Insulin therapy Thromboprophylaxis Nil per Os vs early oral feeding Monitoring DKA precipitant - Identify, Record and Treat Fetal monitoring during DKA Transition to Subcutaneous Insulin Preventing recurrent DKA Multi-disciplin→
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Children: Tygerberg Children's Hospital ProtocolDiabetic Ketoacidosis in Children→
- Diabetic Kidney DiseaseDiabetic Kidney Disease→
- Diagnosis & Assessment of Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA)Psoriatic arthritis Diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis Assessment of psoriatic arthritis Assessment of peripheral arthritis Skin assessment Nail assessment Axial spine assessment Dactylitis assessment Enthesitis assessment Global assessment Laboratory measures Psoriatic arthritis PsA is a chronic inflammatory arthritis that is associated with the skin disease psoriasis. [2] Psoriasis affects 1 - 3%→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsScreening Clinical evaluation The accurate diagnosis of ADHD is a crucial factor in the successful management of this common, but often under- or misdiagnosed condition. The diagnosis should ideally be made by a specialist healthcare professional with appropriate expertise and training in diagnosing ADHD, such as a child psychiatrist, a paediatric neurologist or a neurodevelopmental paediatrician→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThis guideline provides an overview of the recommended Adult ADHD assessment steps, differentials to be considered and options for treatment according to the best available evidence based guidelines.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Clinical CharacteristicsThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- Diagnosis and Management of AsthmaSymptoms and signs of asthma The characteristic symptoms of asthma are wheeze, shortness of breath, tightness of the chest and cough that vary over time and in intensity. Patterns of symptoms that suggest asthma are: variability: day and night, day to day, seasonal precipitation by a range of factors including environmental allergens (house dust mite, grass pollens, animal dander, occ→
- Diagnosis of LabourThe guidelines recommend management of common obstetric conditions at primary and referral level, based on local experience and evidence-based practice. They are not intended as strict protocols nor as standard operating procedures, but rather as a guide to safe effective management of common obstetric problems. The guidelines should be most useful to interns, medical officers and registrars.→
- Diagnosis of RR-TBKey points Types of laboratory testing and estimated turnaround times Laboratory reflex testing workflow Interpretation of laboratory test results Extended DST request Laboratory testing: Special situations Key points to consider in RR-TB diagnosis in children Key points All persons with signs and symptoms of TB should have a specimen sent for Genotypic testing (e.g. Xpert MTB/RIF Ultra testing)→
- Diagnosis of axSpA and Screening ToolsEarly diagnosis and prompt treatment initiation are essential in the management of axSpA. Delays can result in higher disease burden, progressive structural damage, decreased health-related quality of life (HRQoL) and substantial economic burden, and negative outcomes regarding employability.[6-9] Both underdiagnosis and overdiagnosis of axSpA are prevalent. [10,11] Screening tools for axSpA have→
- Diagnosis, Clinical Characteristics and CourseThese are the approved guidelines published by the South African Society of Psychiatrists to provide an overview on treatment and management of commonly diagnosed psychiatric illnesses. The guidelines include consensus recommendations, based on peer contribution and using the international evidence based guidelines that are suitable for the local South African health service.→
- DiagnosticsCOVID-19 Rapid Review, Thursday, 23 April 2020→
- Dialysis Interventions for Treatment of AKIInitiate RRT emergently when life-threatening changes in fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base balance exist. (Not Graded) Consider the broader clinical context, the presence of conditions that can be modified with RRT, and trends of laboratory tests—rather than single BUN and creatinine thresholds alone—when making the decision to start RRT. (Not Graded) Discontinue RRT when it is no longer required→
- DiarrhoeaDiarrhoea→
- Differential DiagnosisThis booklet is intended as a practical guide to patient care for registrars, medical officers, interns and medical students attached to the gynaecology units at the University of the Witwatersrand Academic Hospitals. Anyone can use it.→
- Differential Diagnosis of a Pelvic MassThis booklet is intended as a practical guide to patient care for registrars, medical officers, interns and medical students attached to the gynaecology units at the University of the Witwatersrand Academic Hospitals. Anyone can use it.→
- Difficult Mask Ventilation (MV)During routine induction of anaesthesia in a child aged 1 - 8 years→
- Diphtheria and tetanus vaccinesDiphtheria and tetanus vaccines→
- Disadvantages of Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin InfusionDisadvantages of Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion→
- Disaster Management/Evacuation PlanDistrict level hospital guidelines applicable for interns and comm service doctors. Published in 2016→
- Discharge ChecklistClick on the image to enlarge. Click here for the pdf . Angels Initiative South Africa _ Treating Doctor_Stroke patient acute treatment forms_2024→
- Discharge ChecklistClick on the image to enlarge. Click here for the pdf . Angels Initiative South Africa _ Stroke Physician Discharge Checklist_2024→
- Discharge ProcessTo provide a guideline on discharge planning for doctors, nurses and bed managers→
- Disclaimer and Process Disclaimer Process Disclaimer These guidelines do not purport to provide a comprehensive review of all the literature pertinent to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) but aim to provide a set of diagnostic and treatment guidelines relevant to the South African context. They should be utilised in conjunction with other international guidelines. It remains the responsibility of p→
- Disease Course and Expectations, Suctioning & Awake ProningCOVID-19 Rapid Review, Tuesday, 07 April 2020→
- Doctor Clinical Decision ProtocolClick on the image to enlarge. Click here for the pdf . Angels Initiative South Africa _ Treating Doctor_Stroke patient acute treatment forms_2024→
- Documentation Required for Procedural Sedation and AnalgesiaBefore sedation During sedation During recovery Other Accurate documentation is crucial to protect the SP in case of legal challenges. If it was not written down, it never happened. Before sedation Documentation before sedation is aimed at obtaining information about the child, as well as providing information to the parent/caregiver. Recorded information should include the following: Valid infor→
- Does BCG vaccination offer any protection against COVID-19?COVID-19 Rapid Review, Thursday, 09 April 2020→
- Dolutegravir (DTG) in Pregnancy and Safe Conception in WomenBenefits of Dolutegavir Switching existing clients to DTG-Containing Regimens BENEFITS OF DOLUTEGRAVIR 16 Superior Efficacy Side-effects are mild and uncommon High genetic barrier to resistance Cost effective Small tablet No interaction with hormonal contraceptives Can be used with TB treatment if boosted Evolving evidence has found there to be no significant difference in neural tube defect (NTD→
- Dolutegravir Overview & Drug InteractionsClass of ARV Benefits Formulations Standard Dose DTG dose with concomitant rifampicin-containing TB treatment Side Effects Drug Interactions with Dolutegravir Class of ARV: Integrase Inhibitor (InSTI) Benefits: DTG is a potent antiretroviral that provides rapid viral suppression, has a high genetic barrier to resistance, and has minimal side effects and drug interactions. It is well t→
- Donation after Circulatory DeathDonation after circulatory death→
- Dosing Charts for Prophylaxis for the HIV-Exposed InfantSummary of Infant Prophylaxis Regimens Dosing Charts for Infant HIV Prophylaxis in Infants > 2000 g Dosing Charts for Infant HIV Prophylaxis in Preterm Infants < 2000 g Dosing Chart for Intravenous (IV) AZT Prophylaxis Summary of Infant Prophylaxis Regimens Risk Profile NVP AZT At birth (following maternal delivery VL review) Low-risk, whether breastfed or formula-fed 6 weeks Stop AZ→
- Dosing Schedule of Simple AnalgesicsDosing schedule of simple analgesics→
- Dosing for Isoniazid Preventative Therapy (IPT) in ChildrenDosing for Isoniazid Preventative Therapy (IPT) in Children→
- Drug FormularyNational Neonatal Resuscitation Guidelines→
- Drug Interaction with DolutegravirMedications for diabetes and epilepsy also have important drug interactions. Pregnant women with co-morbidities, e.g., diabetes or epilepsy are a high risk group who should be discussed with an expert/referred. INTERACTING DRUG EFFECT OF CO-ADMINISTRATION RECOMMENDATION Rifampicin ↓ Dolutegravir Increase DTG dose to 50 mg 12-hourly. If on TLD FDC, add DTG 50 mg 12 hours after TLD dose Polyvalent→
- Drug Listings: Enteral and ParenteralOpioids – mainly for severe pain Paracetamol Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for mild to moderate pain relief Approach to oral combination analgesics Local anaesthetics Bibliography Note: That while examples of generic drugs are listed below, the list should not be considered comprehensive. Drugs are regularly added and removed by pharmaceutical companies and the latest drug indices should→
- Drug Review - Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitors (Acarbose)Alpha Glucosidase Inhibitors (Acarbose)→
- Drug Review - Dipeptidyl peptidase- 4 InhibitorsDrug review - Dipeptidyl peptidase-4 Inhibitors→
- Drug Review - GLP-1 Receptor AgonistsDrug Review - GLP-1 Receptor Agonists→
- Drug Review - InsulinDrug Review - Insulin→