The Black Death - AP European History at University High School
... • Italian sea trade expanded around 1300 – Opened Strait of Gibraltar – Advances in shipbuilding ...
... • Italian sea trade expanded around 1300 – Opened Strait of Gibraltar – Advances in shipbuilding ...
The WELLNESS FILE– Handwashing and Cough/Sneeze Etiquette
... Dr. Paul: Germs like viruses and bacteria can be spread through the air in tiny droplets when we cough or sneeze. You can help protect those around you by coughing or sneezing into your elbow, or into a tissue instead of your hands. After wiping or blowing your nose with a tissue, throw away the tis ...
... Dr. Paul: Germs like viruses and bacteria can be spread through the air in tiny droplets when we cough or sneeze. You can help protect those around you by coughing or sneezing into your elbow, or into a tissue instead of your hands. After wiping or blowing your nose with a tissue, throw away the tis ...
Herpes virus
... Disseminated herpes simplex are much more likely to occur in immunocompromised individuals. The widespread vesicular resembles that of chickenpox. Many organs other than the skin may be involved e.g. ...
... Disseminated herpes simplex are much more likely to occur in immunocompromised individuals. The widespread vesicular resembles that of chickenpox. Many organs other than the skin may be involved e.g. ...
The fist bump: A more hygienic alternative to the handshake
... door handles is a potential route of transmission for infectious diseases and efforts are made to control such transfer, particularly in hospitals.1,2 However, direct contact between individuals has the potential for greater efficiency of pathogen transmission, and handshakes are known to transmit ba ...
... door handles is a potential route of transmission for infectious diseases and efforts are made to control such transfer, particularly in hospitals.1,2 However, direct contact between individuals has the potential for greater efficiency of pathogen transmission, and handshakes are known to transmit ba ...
Classification, nomenclature, taxonomy,identification
... streptococcal disease - inflamatory disease of heart, joints, vessels and submucosis - autoimmune disease related to some serotypes of M protein ( types specific antigen, factor of patogenity, numbered M18, M3…) sequelae present only after respiratory infections. Not after skin infection • Poststrep ...
... streptococcal disease - inflamatory disease of heart, joints, vessels and submucosis - autoimmune disease related to some serotypes of M protein ( types specific antigen, factor of patogenity, numbered M18, M3…) sequelae present only after respiratory infections. Not after skin infection • Poststrep ...
443_WP4_PaSQ decubitus protokoll extract
... The risk of pressure sores worse in the absence of a change in body position. The risk of worsening pressure sores due to superinfection. Pain due to pressure sores. 5.2. Material conditions: - Antidecubitor mattress and bed - Decubitus treatment dressings - Anti-bedsore cream 5.3. Implementation St ...
... The risk of pressure sores worse in the absence of a change in body position. The risk of worsening pressure sores due to superinfection. Pain due to pressure sores. 5.2. Material conditions: - Antidecubitor mattress and bed - Decubitus treatment dressings - Anti-bedsore cream 5.3. Implementation St ...
Epidemiology
... If a study is designed to determine the number of pregnancies during the junior year of high school and only includes minority populations, the study is said to be: A. biased. B. confounded. C. limited. D. nonessential. ...
... If a study is designed to determine the number of pregnancies during the junior year of high school and only includes minority populations, the study is said to be: A. biased. B. confounded. C. limited. D. nonessential. ...
Infection Control Policy
... Overview: Standard Precautions should be observed with ALL patients encountered in the outpatient setting. Transmission based precautions may also be required in some settings involving patients with cystic fibrosis. CF pathogens are transmitted by the droplet and contact routes. Contact plus standa ...
... Overview: Standard Precautions should be observed with ALL patients encountered in the outpatient setting. Transmission based precautions may also be required in some settings involving patients with cystic fibrosis. CF pathogens are transmitted by the droplet and contact routes. Contact plus standa ...
Gram + Bacteria (Cocci): Staphylococcus & Streptococcus
... Catalase positive SEM- grapelike S. aureus – virulent; coagulase +;1/3 pop. are colonized (no illness) & common source of germs to others • S. epidermidis – normal flora of human skin; opportunistic pathogens ...
... Catalase positive SEM- grapelike S. aureus – virulent; coagulase +;1/3 pop. are colonized (no illness) & common source of germs to others • S. epidermidis – normal flora of human skin; opportunistic pathogens ...
Immunizations: They`re Not Just for Kids!
... ♦ The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. ♦ Each year over 36,000 people in the United States die because of the flu - most are over 65 years of age. ♦ You cannot get the flu from the flu shot! ...
... ♦ The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by the influenza virus. ♦ Each year over 36,000 people in the United States die because of the flu - most are over 65 years of age. ♦ You cannot get the flu from the flu shot! ...
HIV AIDS STUDY GUIDE Answers
... v. Nutrition therapy Management focuses upon the treatment of specific manifestations and conditions related to the disease Hepatotoxicity associated with certain protease inhibitors may limit the use of these agents, especially in patients with underlying liver dysfunction ...
... v. Nutrition therapy Management focuses upon the treatment of specific manifestations and conditions related to the disease Hepatotoxicity associated with certain protease inhibitors may limit the use of these agents, especially in patients with underlying liver dysfunction ...
CNS Infections
... Impetigo The best topical agent is mupirocin; other agents, such as bacitracin and neomycin, are less effective. Patients who have numerous lesions or who are not responding to topical agents should receive oral antimicrobials effective against both S. aureus and S. pyogenes. ...
... Impetigo The best topical agent is mupirocin; other agents, such as bacitracin and neomycin, are less effective. Patients who have numerous lesions or who are not responding to topical agents should receive oral antimicrobials effective against both S. aureus and S. pyogenes. ...
Selected Neurological and Respiratory Disorders
... favorably to the immune system fight • The granuloma may extend into a nearby bronchus and necrotic inflammatory tissue is discharged into it • A cavity may form • If the person gets reactivation of the bacteria (becomes active) and they have cavitation (into bronchus) their sputum can be infectious ...
... favorably to the immune system fight • The granuloma may extend into a nearby bronchus and necrotic inflammatory tissue is discharged into it • A cavity may form • If the person gets reactivation of the bacteria (becomes active) and they have cavitation (into bronchus) their sputum can be infectious ...
Tuberculosis (TB) Policy
... latent TB infection if the chest X-ray is normal. If a prospective or current healthcare worker who is Mantoux negative (less than 6 mm) declines BCG vaccination, the risks should be explained and the oral explanation supplemented by written advice. If the person still declines BCG vaccination, he o ...
... latent TB infection if the chest X-ray is normal. If a prospective or current healthcare worker who is Mantoux negative (less than 6 mm) declines BCG vaccination, the risks should be explained and the oral explanation supplemented by written advice. If the person still declines BCG vaccination, he o ...
ACQUIRED IMMUNODEFICIENCY SYNDROME (HIV infection, AIDS)
... equipment contaminated with blood or body fluids and with excretions and secretions visibly contaminated with blood and body fluids by using bleach solution or germicides ...
... equipment contaminated with blood or body fluids and with excretions and secretions visibly contaminated with blood and body fluids by using bleach solution or germicides ...
Patient Consent for Dermaplaning Treatment I
... New hair will not appear darker or denser. However, any hormonal imbalance that may be present within my anatomical system can alter the normal hair growth pattern and cause darker and denser restoration process. I confirm that I am not currently taking blood thinners, I have not used Accutane or ot ...
... New hair will not appear darker or denser. However, any hormonal imbalance that may be present within my anatomical system can alter the normal hair growth pattern and cause darker and denser restoration process. I confirm that I am not currently taking blood thinners, I have not used Accutane or ot ...
HIV in the Workplace
... and needs of a given institution. Table 24-5 contains the essential elements of a prevention program for employees who work with or who potentially may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. OSHA provides a template exposure control plan to be modified to reflect local specifics [52]. A robust surveill ...
... and needs of a given institution. Table 24-5 contains the essential elements of a prevention program for employees who work with or who potentially may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens. OSHA provides a template exposure control plan to be modified to reflect local specifics [52]. A robust surveill ...
Sexually Transmitted DiseasesPPT
... • The population in the US consists of an estimated 4 million individuals per age ...
... • The population in the US consists of an estimated 4 million individuals per age ...
An Imported Case of Human Infection with Avian Influenza A(H7N9
... Remarks: The above decolonization therapy should be used as soon as possible after recovery of the current episode of CA-MRSA infection. In general, decolonization therapy is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Points to note for decolonization therapy Both products (4% chlorhexi ...
... Remarks: The above decolonization therapy should be used as soon as possible after recovery of the current episode of CA-MRSA infection. In general, decolonization therapy is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Points to note for decolonization therapy Both products (4% chlorhexi ...
REGULATION 4213 Universal Precautions
... infection through contact with blood or body fluids and are based on the premise that all blood and body fluids are a potential source of infection. The bloodborne diseases most commonly transmitted in this manner are Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV. The viruses for these diseases can be transmitte ...
... infection through contact with blood or body fluids and are based on the premise that all blood and body fluids are a potential source of infection. The bloodborne diseases most commonly transmitted in this manner are Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C and HIV. The viruses for these diseases can be transmitte ...
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... capacity and no official endorsement by the National Institutes of Health or the DHHS is intended or should be inferred ...
... capacity and no official endorsement by the National Institutes of Health or the DHHS is intended or should be inferred ...
Infectious & Communicable Diseases
... Patient management Out-of-hospital care - supportive. BSI as appropriate Effective hand washing Use of eye protection, masks and gowns highly recommended when exposure to large volumes of body fluids. ...
... Patient management Out-of-hospital care - supportive. BSI as appropriate Effective hand washing Use of eye protection, masks and gowns highly recommended when exposure to large volumes of body fluids. ...
Template Letter to Notify a Contact of Their Potential Exposure to TB
... and telephone number of your clinic and your physician. I will inform your physician of your potential exposure to TB. I will also ask your physician to report your TST result to me. Reporting these results will help the health department control the spread of TB within our community. Thank you for ...
... and telephone number of your clinic and your physician. I will inform your physician of your potential exposure to TB. I will also ask your physician to report your TST result to me. Reporting these results will help the health department control the spread of TB within our community. Thank you for ...
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... antimicrobial sensitivity pattern. Blood was collected for culture from suspected patients from various wards and ICUs and inoculated Brain Heart Infusion Broth. Isolates were identified and Sensitivity tests were put up on Mueller Hinton Agar by Kirby Bauer s Technique. Out of the total 629 blood s ...
... antimicrobial sensitivity pattern. Blood was collected for culture from suspected patients from various wards and ICUs and inoculated Brain Heart Infusion Broth. Isolates were identified and Sensitivity tests were put up on Mueller Hinton Agar by Kirby Bauer s Technique. Out of the total 629 blood s ...
Gastrointestinal Infection Outbreak Guidelines for Healthcare Facilities
... This reference document is intended to provide information and guidance for all healthcare facilities when developing or updating their policies and processes that pertain to prevention, surveillance for, identification and control of GI infection outbreaks. This document was not developed to addres ...
... This reference document is intended to provide information and guidance for all healthcare facilities when developing or updating their policies and processes that pertain to prevention, surveillance for, identification and control of GI infection outbreaks. This document was not developed to addres ...