Toxic Shock Syndrome
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General Info
HPI/Physical

History:

Symptoms:

Signs: 



Tests/Diagnosis
Management
Disposition
ABG
CBC w/Diff
Comprehensive
Coags
U/A

Chest X-ray
ECG
CABs
Intubate if not protecting airway

Two large bore IVs
Oxygen
Cardiac Monitor
CVP Monitoring if severe

Crystalloid
Antibiotics: Nafcillin or Oxacillin w/
Clindamycin to cover Strep Toxic Shock
Consider:
Vasopressors
Steroids
IVIG
pRBCs/FFP PRN
Admit to MICU

- Mechanical ventalation
- Some may require dialysis