Suspected sepsis: recognition, diagnosis and early management
WEBJul 13, 2016 · This guideline covers the recognition, diagnosis and early management of suspected sepsis. It includes recommendations on recognition and early assessment, initial treatment, escalating care, finding and controlling the source of infection, early monitoring, information and support, and training and education.
Urinary tract infection (lower): antimicrobial prescribing - NICE
WEBOct 31, 2018 · Table 1 Antibiotics for non-pregnant women aged 16 years and over; Treatment Antibiotic, dosage and course length; First choices. If there are symptoms of pyelonephritis (such as fever) or a complicated urinary tract infection (UTI), see the NICE guideline on acute pyelonephritis for antibiotic choices.. Nitrofurantoin (if estimated …
Atrial fibrillation: diagnosis and management | Guidance - NICE
WEBApr 27, 2021 · This guideline covers diagnosing and managing atrial fibrillation in adults. It includes guidance on providing the best care and treatment for people with atrial fibrillation, including assessing and managing risks of stroke and bleeding
WEBAre any of these high-risk factors present: •a GCS score of 12 or less on initial assessment •intubation •a definitive diagnosis of cervical spine injury is needed urgently (for example, if cervical spine manipulation is needed during
Recommendations | Blood transfusion | Guidance - NICE
WEBNov 18, 2015 · People have the right to be involved in discussions and make informed decisions about their care, as described in making decisions about your care.. Making decisions using NICE guidelines explains how we use words to show the strength (or certainty) of our recommendations, and has information about prescribing medicines …
Hypertension in adults: diagnosis and management - NICE
WEBAug 28, 2019 · When using HBPM to confirm a diagnosis of hypertension, ensure that: for each blood pressure recording, 2 consecutive measurements are taken, at least 1 minute apart and with the person seated and. blood pressure is recorded twice daily, ideally in the morning and evening and. blood pressure recording continues for at least 4 days, ideally …
Long-term use of urinary catheters | Information for the public ...
WEBMar 28, 2012 · Long-term use of urinary catheters. Urinary catheters may be used by people who have problems passing urine. Long-term use is when a person uses a urinary catheter for at least 4 weeks. People who use a urinary catheter are at increased risk of getting an infection.
Asthma: diagnosis, monitoring and chronic asthma management
WEBNov 29, 2017 · This guideline covers diagnosing, monitoring and managing asthma in adults, young people and children. It aims to improve the accuracy of diagnosis, help people to control their asthma and reduce the risk of asthma attacks. It does not cover managing severe asthma or acute asthma attacks
WEBChoice of antihypertensive drug. 1, monitoring treatment and BP targets. Hypertension without type 2 diabetes. Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. ACEi . or. ARB. 2,3. CCB ACEi ...
Type 2 diabetes in adults: management - NICE
WEBDec 2, 2015 · This guideline covers care and management for adults (aged 18 and over) with type 2 diabetes. It focuses on patient education, dietary advice, managing cardiovascular risk, managing blood glucose levels, …