Core IM | Internal Medicine Podcast #50 Blood Cultures: Mind the Gap Segment
Oct 2, 2019
Dive into the fascinating world of blood cultures! Discover the guidelines for accurate testing and the surprising rates of false positives. Explore which clinical signs suggest positive blood cultures and their association with infections like bacteremia. Learn about the impact of blood cultures on patient outcomes and resource utilization. The discussion balances humor with critical insights into effective fever management and the complexities of diagnosing serious infections, highlighting the need for judicious testing practices.
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