Biomarkers, shock index and modified early warning score among older medical hospital inpatients in Nigeria
Background: Biomarkers, shock index and modified early warning score (MEWS) are of public health importance because identification and prompt attention to them have been found to reduce mortality among older patients on admission. Objectives: A study was undertaken to determine the biomarkers, shock...
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| Main Authors: | L. A. Adebusoye, M. O. Owolabi, A. Ogunniyi |
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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2019-07-01
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| Series: | South African Family Practice |
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| Online Access: | https://safpj.co.za/index.php/safpj/article/view/4964 |
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