Cass Regional Medical Center is pleased to announce the appointment of family nurse practitioner Cali Arbuckle, RN, MSN, NP, to the staff of Pleasant Hill Medical Clinic, located at 1601 N. Highway 7, Pleasant Hill.

Arbuckle received her bachelor's degree in nursing from MidAmerica Nazarene University and her master's degree in nursing from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She practices in collaboration with Pamela Davis, DO.

Urgent vs. Emergency

Where do you go when you need medical care quickly—say for a bump, a bruise or a bellyache? Urgent care centers can manage many minor illnesses and injuries. But some symptoms call for emergency care.

Go to urgent care for mild or minor:

• Allergic reactions or rashes.
• Cuts, burns or wounds.
• Headaches.
• Illnesses, such as colds, sore throats, earaches and low-grade fevers.
• Injuries, such as back pain, sprains and strains.
• Nausea or vomiting.

Call 911 or go to the Emergency Department for:

• Allergic reactions with trouble breathing, hives or swelling.
• Chest pain that lasts for more than a few minutes.
• Difficulty breathing.
• Heavy bleeding, severe burns or deep wounds.
• High fever with a headache or stiff neck.
• Injury to the neck, spine or head, especially with other symptoms.
• Passing out, fainting or seizures.
• Poisoning or overdose.
• Serious injuries, such as broken bones.
• Severe and persistent vomiting or diarrhea.
• Sudden severe headache or pain, such as in the jaw or arm.
• Sudden confusion, weakness, loss of balance, face drooping, blurred vision or slurred speech.

Play it safe. This chart is not medical advice or a complete list. If you think you have something serious or life-threatening, seek emergency care right away.

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