Intravenous (IV) therapy is a ubiquitous part of modern medicine, with the familiar IV machine readily available and widely used throughout hospitals. Behind this technology are hundreds of years of research and discoveries by medical professionals and scientists. Our current ability to provide IV therapy to replenish various fluids and nutrients is built upon this knowledge, much of which was standardized only in the 20th century. In fact, there are still many questions surrounding the best...

The following is an interactive article focusing on a medical case study. Use the information below to deduce what medical condition the patient was experiencing. There will be options at the end, each with a brief explanation of what each condition is to help you make your diagnosis. Please post your conclusion and why you chose it in the comments. After some time has passed, the correct answer will be revealed for you to check your work! A 52-year-old woman was brought to the Emergency...

As pre-med students, the idea of being in medical school can feel distant, let alone being a doctor. It can be helpful and inspiring to...