Sleep
... Sleep Is Part of Wellness Important to Quality of Life Physiological Effects of Sleep Active physiological state - body repair & variety of important functions: Learning and Memory Important for consolidation of new information & memory formation Growth and Development Secretion of growth hormone & ...
... Sleep Is Part of Wellness Important to Quality of Life Physiological Effects of Sleep Active physiological state - body repair & variety of important functions: Learning and Memory Important for consolidation of new information & memory formation Growth and Development Secretion of growth hormone & ...
Cheetah Non-Invasive Cardiac Output Monitor (NICOM) For
... responding to IV fluids. The NICOM sensors should remain on the patient in the PACU to reconnect to the monitor as needed. A bolus of 4 mL/kg of RL (approximately 250 - 400 mL) or other IV fluid administered in < 5 minutes is recommended to assess the change in SVI and fluid responsiveness. IV fluid ...
... responding to IV fluids. The NICOM sensors should remain on the patient in the PACU to reconnect to the monitor as needed. A bolus of 4 mL/kg of RL (approximately 250 - 400 mL) or other IV fluid administered in < 5 minutes is recommended to assess the change in SVI and fluid responsiveness. IV fluid ...
Rational investigation of upper abdominal pain
... severe, and typically lasts for several hours. There is often a history of prior intermittent symptoms. Appropriate initial investigations include a full blood count, liver tests and lipase. Abdominal ultrasound is the initial imaging modality of choice given its sensitivity for detecting cholelithi ...
... severe, and typically lasts for several hours. There is often a history of prior intermittent symptoms. Appropriate initial investigations include a full blood count, liver tests and lipase. Abdominal ultrasound is the initial imaging modality of choice given its sensitivity for detecting cholelithi ...
PE 101 Course Material
... If the heart beat, breath and chest movement are not found, then begin the CPR. PROCEDURE: The rescuer should put his mouth over the patient’s open mouth and start blowing to force air into the lungs (actually, it is advisable for rescuer to use a special mask so that the mouths actually do not tou ...
... If the heart beat, breath and chest movement are not found, then begin the CPR. PROCEDURE: The rescuer should put his mouth over the patient’s open mouth and start blowing to force air into the lungs (actually, it is advisable for rescuer to use a special mask so that the mouths actually do not tou ...
Lipodystrophy
... Usually females (4:1), usually follows febrile illness Subcutaneous symmetrical fat loss is usually limited to the face, trunk, and upper extremities. Simultaneously, fat hypertrophy occurs in the lower extremities. Seldom associated with insulin resistance Nephropathy- type II membranoproliferative ...
... Usually females (4:1), usually follows febrile illness Subcutaneous symmetrical fat loss is usually limited to the face, trunk, and upper extremities. Simultaneously, fat hypertrophy occurs in the lower extremities. Seldom associated with insulin resistance Nephropathy- type II membranoproliferative ...
Epidemiology - OptimalResume
... lengthy but must be followed accurately to ensure correct diagnosis and treatment. Epidemiology is used when a new disease is found and when an old one reappears in high numbers. A common disease in the elderly is congestive heart failure (CHF). The epidemiology process can be used to better underst ...
... lengthy but must be followed accurately to ensure correct diagnosis and treatment. Epidemiology is used when a new disease is found and when an old one reappears in high numbers. A common disease in the elderly is congestive heart failure (CHF). The epidemiology process can be used to better underst ...
In which of the following locations (spaces), there is collection of pus
... 36. Which of the following statements best describes the role of computed tomography of the larynx after blunt trauma? A. All patients with suspected laryngeal injuries should undergo computed tomography to document the extent of their injury. B. Computed tomography should be used only when the resu ...
... 36. Which of the following statements best describes the role of computed tomography of the larynx after blunt trauma? A. All patients with suspected laryngeal injuries should undergo computed tomography to document the extent of their injury. B. Computed tomography should be used only when the resu ...
Avoiding misdiagnosis in patients with dyspnea and wheezing: a
... case for the patient of our report. This condition usually affects the upper trachea and occurs in the third to fifth decade of life, mostly in females [11–14]. Diagnosis of idiopathic tracheal stenosis may be difficult to achieve, and it is often made per exclusionem of other more common causes of ...
... case for the patient of our report. This condition usually affects the upper trachea and occurs in the third to fifth decade of life, mostly in females [11–14]. Diagnosis of idiopathic tracheal stenosis may be difficult to achieve, and it is often made per exclusionem of other more common causes of ...
Kise case studies three and four
... failure. The patient’s recent trauma with chest injuries, hypotensive state, emergency surgery, and large amount of fluid and blood received could all contribute to possible acute heart failure. The symptoms of acute heart failure are usually due to pulmonary edema as a result of increased left vent ...
... failure. The patient’s recent trauma with chest injuries, hypotensive state, emergency surgery, and large amount of fluid and blood received could all contribute to possible acute heart failure. The symptoms of acute heart failure are usually due to pulmonary edema as a result of increased left vent ...
Incessant Monomorphic Ventricular Tachycardia Associated With
... In the case of intracranial or subarachnoid hemorrhage, cardiac arrhythmias could be directly induced by space-occupying lesions such as hemorrhage-associated transtentorial herniations, which could cause autonomic stimulation over a wide area. On the other hand, cardiac arrhythmias associated with ...
... In the case of intracranial or subarachnoid hemorrhage, cardiac arrhythmias could be directly induced by space-occupying lesions such as hemorrhage-associated transtentorial herniations, which could cause autonomic stimulation over a wide area. On the other hand, cardiac arrhythmias associated with ...
Listening Sample Test 1 Book and Marking Guide Test 1 All
... In this part of the test, you will hear a general practitioner talking to Lewis, a man with a sore back. You will hear the consultation ONCE ONLY, in sections. As you listen, you must make notes about the consultation under the headings given on the answer paper. Turn over now and look quickly throu ...
... In this part of the test, you will hear a general practitioner talking to Lewis, a man with a sore back. You will hear the consultation ONCE ONLY, in sections. As you listen, you must make notes about the consultation under the headings given on the answer paper. Turn over now and look quickly throu ...
Acute Care Case Study Presentation
... Goal: Restore perfusion of oxygen and nutrient-rich blood to the cardiac muscle Using grafted artery or vein to bypass blocked coronary artery(ies) Indications: Classification by American College of Cardiology & American Heart Association Level of evidence rating usefulness and efficacy of proce ...
... Goal: Restore perfusion of oxygen and nutrient-rich blood to the cardiac muscle Using grafted artery or vein to bypass blocked coronary artery(ies) Indications: Classification by American College of Cardiology & American Heart Association Level of evidence rating usefulness and efficacy of proce ...
ST elevation is not always equivalent to acute myocardial infarction
... Time is muscle! This phrase always alerts emergency doctors not only to adopt a high index of suspicion on acute myocardial infarction (AMI) but also to start aggressive treatment early. Owing to the fact that the clinical presentation is often atypical and cardiac markers level will not be availabl ...
... Time is muscle! This phrase always alerts emergency doctors not only to adopt a high index of suspicion on acute myocardial infarction (AMI) but also to start aggressive treatment early. Owing to the fact that the clinical presentation is often atypical and cardiac markers level will not be availabl ...
Glossary of Lay Terminology
... procedure that uses sound waves to look at the heart; using sound waves to take pictures of the heart chambers and measure it pumping strength ...
... procedure that uses sound waves to look at the heart; using sound waves to take pictures of the heart chambers and measure it pumping strength ...
Advanced Pain Control and Sedation
... Place the tourniquet on the patients arm, and identify a target vein. Once you see or feel a suitable vein, try to determine its direction by palpating the area. Doing this will help you approach the vein with an angiocatheter in the right direction. Finally clean the area with an alcohol swab prior ...
... Place the tourniquet on the patients arm, and identify a target vein. Once you see or feel a suitable vein, try to determine its direction by palpating the area. Doing this will help you approach the vein with an angiocatheter in the right direction. Finally clean the area with an alcohol swab prior ...
12,13- Anti-anginal Drugs2017-04-19 09:017.6 MB
... 1-Compensatory neurohormonal counter-regulation 2-Depletion of free-SH (sulfahydrate) groups which is required for activation of nitrates. To decrease tolerance, the patient can take the drug but with a drug free period. Nitrate tolerance can be overcome by:Smaller doses at increasing intervals (Nit ...
... 1-Compensatory neurohormonal counter-regulation 2-Depletion of free-SH (sulfahydrate) groups which is required for activation of nitrates. To decrease tolerance, the patient can take the drug but with a drug free period. Nitrate tolerance can be overcome by:Smaller doses at increasing intervals (Nit ...
Primary Right Atrial Leiomyosarcoma
... metastases, most frequently to the lung parenchyma, thoracic lymph nodes, mediastinum and skeletal system [2]. However none of the clinical symptoms is typical of cardiac sarcoma, but, the patient rarely remains asymptomatic. The main imaging modalities are transthoracic (TTE) and transesophageal ec ...
... metastases, most frequently to the lung parenchyma, thoracic lymph nodes, mediastinum and skeletal system [2]. However none of the clinical symptoms is typical of cardiac sarcoma, but, the patient rarely remains asymptomatic. The main imaging modalities are transthoracic (TTE) and transesophageal ec ...
Resting ECG - Life Breath Home Care
... Why the test is performed? An ECG is very useful in determining whether a person has heart disease. If a person has chest pain or palpitations, an ECG is helpful in determining if the heart is beating normally. If a person is on medications that may affect the heart or if the patient is on a pacemak ...
... Why the test is performed? An ECG is very useful in determining whether a person has heart disease. If a person has chest pain or palpitations, an ECG is helpful in determining if the heart is beating normally. If a person is on medications that may affect the heart or if the patient is on a pacemak ...
Critical Pathway for the Organ Donor
... ❍ Insulin: drip at a minimum rate of 1 unit/hour (titrate blood glucose to 120-180 mg/dl) ❍ Ventilator: (See above) ❍ Volume Resuscitation: Use of colloid and avoidance of anemia are important in preventing pulmonary edema ❍ albumin if PT and PTT are normal ❍ fresh frozen plasma if PT and PTT abnorm ...
... ❍ Insulin: drip at a minimum rate of 1 unit/hour (titrate blood glucose to 120-180 mg/dl) ❍ Ventilator: (See above) ❍ Volume Resuscitation: Use of colloid and avoidance of anemia are important in preventing pulmonary edema ❍ albumin if PT and PTT are normal ❍ fresh frozen plasma if PT and PTT abnorm ...
Pulmonary Medicine - Internal Medicine Residency Program of St
... articles from the current literature and textbooks. The recommended texts are Current Medical Diagnoses and Treatments and Harrison’s Textbook of Internal Medicine. These are supported with the current ATS, SOTA lecture series which will be provided. 2. Computerized clinical database searches (Up To ...
... articles from the current literature and textbooks. The recommended texts are Current Medical Diagnoses and Treatments and Harrison’s Textbook of Internal Medicine. These are supported with the current ATS, SOTA lecture series which will be provided. 2. Computerized clinical database searches (Up To ...