WEBAug 28, 2019 · Accelerated hypertension. A severe increase in blood pressure to 180/120 mmHg or higher (and often over 220/ 120 mmHg) with signs of retinal haemorrhage and/or papilloedema (swelling of the optic nerve). It is usually associated with new or progressive target organ damage and is also known as malignant hypertension.
Hypertension in adults: diagnosis and management - NICE
WEBAug 28, 2019 · Guidance. This guideline covers identifying and treating primary hypertension (high blood pressure) in people aged 18 and over, including people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks and strokes by helping healthcare professionals to diagnose hypertension accurately and …
Intravenous fluid therapy in adults in hospital - NICE
WEBDec 10, 2013 · Assess and manage patients' fluid and electrolyte needs as part of every ward review. Provide intravenous (IV) fluid therapy only for patients whose needs cannot be met by oral or enteral routes, and stop as soon as possible. 1.1.2. Skilled and competent healthcare professionals should prescribe and administer IV fluids, and assess and …
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.
Type 2 diabetes in adults: management | Guidance - NICE
WEBDec 2, 2015 · Guidance. 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, and identifying and managing long-term complications. For information on related topics see our cardiometabolic disease …
Recommendations | Lyme disease | Guidance | NICE
WEBApr 11, 2018 · Oral amoxicillin: 1 g 3 times per day for 21 days. –. Lyme disease affecting the central nervous system. Intravenous ceftriaxone: 2 g twice per day or 4 g once per day for 21 days (when an oral switch is being considered, use doxycycline) Oral doxycycline: 200 mg twice per day or 400 mg once per day for 21 days.
Overview | Intravenous fluid therapy in adults in hospital - NICE
WEBDec 10, 2013 · Guidance. This guideline covers the general principles for managing intravenous (IV) fluid therapy in hospital inpatients aged 16 and over with a range of conditions. It aims to help prescribers understand the optimal amount and composition of IV fluids to be administered and the best rate at which to give them, to improve fluid …
Atrial fibrillation: diagnosis and management - NICE
WEBApr 27, 2021 · 1.1.2. Perform a 12‑lead electrocardiogram (ECG) to make a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation if an irregular pulse is detected in people with suspected atrial fibrillation with or without symptoms. [2021] 1.1.3. In people with suspected paroxysmal atrial fibrillation undetected by 12‑lead ECG recording:
Fertility problems: assessment and treatment - NICE
WEBFeb 20, 2013 · 1.1.1.1. Couples who experience problems in conceiving should be seen together because both partners are affected by decisions surrounding investigation and treatment. [2004] 1.1.1.2. People should have the opportunity to make informed decisions regarding their care and treatment via access to evidence-based information.
Sinusitis (acute): antimicrobial prescribing - NICE
WEBOct 27, 2017 · 1.2 Choice of antibiotic. 1.2.1. When prescribing antibiotics for acute sinusitis: follow the recommendations in table 1 for adults aged 18 years and over. follow the recommendations in table 2 for children and young people under 18 years. Table 1 Antibiotics for adults aged 18 years and over. Treatment. Antibiotic, dosage and course …
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