Can J Emerg Med
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Review Case Reports
Just the Facts: What drugs are safe and effective for COVID-19?
A 53-year-old male presents with cough, fever, and myalgias for 7 days. Vitals include temperature, 38.0°C; heart rate, 110; blood pressure, 118/70 mm Hg; respiration rate, 28; and oxygen saturation 83% on room air. His only past medical history is hypertension. ⋯ The patient is hypoxic but responds to oxygen supplementation with nasal cannula and a face mask. His chest x-ray demonstrates multifocal infiltrates. Are there any therapeutic agents currently available for COVID-19?
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Review Case Reports
Just the Facts: What are the roles of oxygen escalation and non-invasive ventilation in COVID-19?
A 37-year-old female presents with cough, fever, dyspnea, and myalgias for five days after recent contact with a family member with confirmed 2019 coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Her vital signs include T 38.3° C, HR 108, BP 118/70 mm Hg, RR 26 breaths per minute, and oxygen saturation 67% on room air. ⋯ Her chest X-ray reveals bilateral airspace opacities. You plan to immediately intervene and address her hypoxia.