ACSM Certification Transition Dates
... relevant, and valid. Why were KSAs deleted? The results of the recent job task analysis (JTA) likely showed lower statistics of these KSAs as they relate to the job. During the JTA, KSAs are rated by professionals working in the field for Frequency (F) and Importance (I) as they relate to the job. T ...
... relevant, and valid. Why were KSAs deleted? The results of the recent job task analysis (JTA) likely showed lower statistics of these KSAs as they relate to the job. During the JTA, KSAs are rated by professionals working in the field for Frequency (F) and Importance (I) as they relate to the job. T ...
Management of Sickle Cell Disease Summary of
... β-globin chain.5 When deoxygenated, red blood cells from persons with SCD can develop a sickle or crescent shape, become inflexible, and increase blood viscosity through intrinsic properties of the sickled cells as well as abnormal interactions of these cells with leukocytes, platelets, vascular end ...
... β-globin chain.5 When deoxygenated, red blood cells from persons with SCD can develop a sickle or crescent shape, become inflexible, and increase blood viscosity through intrinsic properties of the sickled cells as well as abnormal interactions of these cells with leukocytes, platelets, vascular end ...
ECAJS VOL 15 No 1 2010
... Congenital defects are known as surgical diseases burden in Africa not only because of their frequency, but also because of the skills and logistics needed for their management in very limited facilities. Ozgediz and Riviello8 have estimated the disability adjusted life year (DALY) for congenital de ...
... Congenital defects are known as surgical diseases burden in Africa not only because of their frequency, but also because of the skills and logistics needed for their management in very limited facilities. Ozgediz and Riviello8 have estimated the disability adjusted life year (DALY) for congenital de ...
Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate and C-Reactive Protein
... Tillet and Francis during their serologic studies of patients with pneumococcal pneumonia.12 They observed precipitation in the serum of sick patients, noting that precipitation decreased as patients recovered. They determined that precipitation occurred due to a protein in the serum that reacted wi ...
... Tillet and Francis during their serologic studies of patients with pneumococcal pneumonia.12 They observed precipitation in the serum of sick patients, noting that precipitation decreased as patients recovered. They determined that precipitation occurred due to a protein in the serum that reacted wi ...
Guidelines on Airborne Infection Control 2010
... particles to protect from inhaling infectious droplet nuclei. The N95 respirator has filter efficiency level of 95% or greater against particulate aerosols free of oil when tested against a 0.3 µm particles. The "N" means "Not resistant to oil". The "95" refers to 95% filter efficiency. The FFP2 res ...
... particles to protect from inhaling infectious droplet nuclei. The N95 respirator has filter efficiency level of 95% or greater against particulate aerosols free of oil when tested against a 0.3 µm particles. The "N" means "Not resistant to oil". The "95" refers to 95% filter efficiency. The FFP2 res ...
Hepatitis C - NurseCe4Less.com
... Hepatitis C is a viral disease of the liver that is responsible for the death of over 350,000 people worldwide per year. However, there are six genotypes of the Hepatitis C virus and not all require treatment — some resolve on their own without medical intervention. Additionally, in many countries w ...
... Hepatitis C is a viral disease of the liver that is responsible for the death of over 350,000 people worldwide per year. However, there are six genotypes of the Hepatitis C virus and not all require treatment — some resolve on their own without medical intervention. Additionally, in many countries w ...
Current Guidelines for Antibiotic Prophylaxis of Surgical Wounds
... available agents. In certain gastrointestinal procedures, oral and intravenous administration of agents with activity against gram-negative and anaerobic bacteria is warranted, as well as mechanical preparation of the bowel. Cefazolin provides adequate coverage for most other types of procedures. Po ...
... available agents. In certain gastrointestinal procedures, oral and intravenous administration of agents with activity against gram-negative and anaerobic bacteria is warranted, as well as mechanical preparation of the bowel. Cefazolin provides adequate coverage for most other types of procedures. Po ...
Cutaneous Manifestations of Pulmonary Disease
... J. Rullán () • R.E. Seijo-Montes • N.P. Sánchez Department of Dermatology, University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico ...
... J. Rullán () • R.E. Seijo-Montes • N.P. Sánchez Department of Dermatology, University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, Medical Sciences Campus, San Juan, Puerto Rico ...
Parkinson`s Disease Medications
... The primary symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD) were first described by James Parkinson in 1817 in his Essay on the Shaking Palsy. These include: • Tremor (usually most noticeable when the limb is at rest) • Bradykinesia (slowness of movement) • Rigidity (stiffness of movement) • Postural instabili ...
... The primary symptoms of Parkinson’s disease (PD) were first described by James Parkinson in 1817 in his Essay on the Shaking Palsy. These include: • Tremor (usually most noticeable when the limb is at rest) • Bradykinesia (slowness of movement) • Rigidity (stiffness of movement) • Postural instabili ...
the news of the year the work of decades
... The matriculating classes to our medical and graduate schools are among the most talented in the nation. As we continue to attract this caliber of students, we also plan to expand our highly competitive MD/PhD program so that one-quarter of our students will be pursuing dual degrees that focus on al ...
... The matriculating classes to our medical and graduate schools are among the most talented in the nation. As we continue to attract this caliber of students, we also plan to expand our highly competitive MD/PhD program so that one-quarter of our students will be pursuing dual degrees that focus on al ...
HIV/AIDS Treatment and Care - WHO/Europe
... All rights reserved. The Regional Office for Europe of the World Health Organization welcomes requests for permission to reproduce or translate its publications, in part or in full. The designations employed and the presentation of the material in this publication do not imply the expression of any ...
... All rights reserved. The Regional Office for Europe of the World Health Organization welcomes requests for permission to reproduce or translate its publications, in part or in full. The designations employed and the presentation of the material in this publication do not imply the expression of any ...
Infection Prevention and Control: Guidelines for Long
... assignments may be restricted to the cohorted group of residents. Cohort staffing: The practice of assigning specified workers to care only for residents known to be colonized or infected with the same microorganism. Can be used in addition to resident cohorting and geographical cohorting by assigni ...
... assignments may be restricted to the cohorted group of residents. Cohort staffing: The practice of assigning specified workers to care only for residents known to be colonized or infected with the same microorganism. Can be used in addition to resident cohorting and geographical cohorting by assigni ...
Eng - UNESDOC
... time from your busy schedule to be here today. Today marks the first major activity in the brief existence of the UNESCO Regional Bioethics Documentation & Research Centre; a moment we are interacting, sharing experiences and reflecting on issues related to bioethics. Such gatherings are rare not on ...
... time from your busy schedule to be here today. Today marks the first major activity in the brief existence of the UNESCO Regional Bioethics Documentation & Research Centre; a moment we are interacting, sharing experiences and reflecting on issues related to bioethics. Such gatherings are rare not on ...
Rare forms of dementia
... It has been found that patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease have reduced levels of acetylcholine - a neurotransmitter (chemical substance responsible for transmitting messages from one cell to another) which plays a role in memory processes. Certain drugs have been introduced in some countrie ...
... It has been found that patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease have reduced levels of acetylcholine - a neurotransmitter (chemical substance responsible for transmitting messages from one cell to another) which plays a role in memory processes. Certain drugs have been introduced in some countrie ...
Dyslipidemia last updated 7/06
... variety of possible interventions. These pathways are not intended to replace the clinical judgment of the individual practitioner. A practitioner may vary from these guidelines, if in his or her judgment, variance is warranted to meet the healthcare needs of the patient and the variance remains wit ...
... variety of possible interventions. These pathways are not intended to replace the clinical judgment of the individual practitioner. A practitioner may vary from these guidelines, if in his or her judgment, variance is warranted to meet the healthcare needs of the patient and the variance remains wit ...
GI Exam - Teddie Joe Snodgrass
... 12-7 Answer A: All these are physical examination maneuvers for diagnosing appendicitis. If pain is elicited during the examination, appendicitis is suspected. Rovsing’s sign is deep palpation over the LLQ with sudden, unexpected pain in the right lower quadrant. Psoas sign is pain when the patient ...
... 12-7 Answer A: All these are physical examination maneuvers for diagnosing appendicitis. If pain is elicited during the examination, appendicitis is suspected. Rovsing’s sign is deep palpation over the LLQ with sudden, unexpected pain in the right lower quadrant. Psoas sign is pain when the patient ...
Tuberculosis in Queensland 2015
... with TB disease of the lungs coughs, speaks, sings, laughs, or sneezes (1). The bacteria predominantly infect the lungs, but can also cause disease in other parts of the body (extra-pulmonary disease). Only a small proportion of people infected with M. tuberculosis complex develop active disease, wi ...
... with TB disease of the lungs coughs, speaks, sings, laughs, or sneezes (1). The bacteria predominantly infect the lungs, but can also cause disease in other parts of the body (extra-pulmonary disease). Only a small proportion of people infected with M. tuberculosis complex develop active disease, wi ...
Levels of Asthma Control
... Chronic inflammation is associated with airway hyperresponsiveness that leads to recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing ...
... Chronic inflammation is associated with airway hyperresponsiveness that leads to recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing ...
Management of Acute Asthma Exacerbations
... with severe exacerbations. Airway inflammation can persist for days to weeks after an acute attack; therefore, more intensive treatment should be continued after discharge until symptoms and peak expiratory flow return to baseline. (Am Fam Physician. 2011;84(1):40-47. Copyright © 2011 American Acade ...
... with severe exacerbations. Airway inflammation can persist for days to weeks after an acute attack; therefore, more intensive treatment should be continued after discharge until symptoms and peak expiratory flow return to baseline. (Am Fam Physician. 2011;84(1):40-47. Copyright © 2011 American Acade ...
Surveillance Manual
... laboratory may also serve as a primary generation of surveillance data in areas such as anti-microbial resistance, which is monitored as a guide to clinical management. The second component is a functional framework (1.2.2) which outlines the primary foci of the surveillance elements, the personnel ...
... laboratory may also serve as a primary generation of surveillance data in areas such as anti-microbial resistance, which is monitored as a guide to clinical management. The second component is a functional framework (1.2.2) which outlines the primary foci of the surveillance elements, the personnel ...
infection prevention and control
... The document from which this is adapted was developed by the Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee on Infection Prevention and Control (PIDAC-IPC). PIDAC– IPC is a multidisciplinary scientific advisory body that provides evidence-based advice to Public Health Ontario (PHO) regarding mult ...
... The document from which this is adapted was developed by the Provincial Infectious Diseases Advisory Committee on Infection Prevention and Control (PIDAC-IPC). PIDAC– IPC is a multidisciplinary scientific advisory body that provides evidence-based advice to Public Health Ontario (PHO) regarding mult ...
Pneumonia 1 - The CK Blog
... this. Certain people are at greater risk for dangerous pneumonia. Infants, adults over 65, people with chronic illnesses and those with impaired immune systems are especially vulnerable. A growing concern, especially in healthcare settings, is pneumonia caused by antibioticresistant bacteria—which i ...
... this. Certain people are at greater risk for dangerous pneumonia. Infants, adults over 65, people with chronic illnesses and those with impaired immune systems are especially vulnerable. A growing concern, especially in healthcare settings, is pneumonia caused by antibioticresistant bacteria—which i ...
Prevention and control of outbreaks of seasonal
... health inequalities, strengthen public health and ensure people-centric health systems that are universal, equitable, sustainable and of high quality. These aims are in line with the new Sustainable Development Goals (Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages) and are b ...
... health inequalities, strengthen public health and ensure people-centric health systems that are universal, equitable, sustainable and of high quality. These aims are in line with the new Sustainable Development Goals (Goal 3: Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages) and are b ...
From vision to decision Pharma 2020
... 20% will be overweight or obese;13 and more than 13% will be 60 or older.14 These are all factors that increase the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes and cancer. The number of people reaching really old age is also mounting, and the prevalence of dementia doubles every five years after the ...
... 20% will be overweight or obese;13 and more than 13% will be 60 or older.14 These are all factors that increase the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes and cancer. The number of people reaching really old age is also mounting, and the prevalence of dementia doubles every five years after the ...
A Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled Study of
... with severe asthma respond poorly to these medications, and alternative treatments are warranted (4, 5). Tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-a has several properties that make it a potentially attractive target molecule for treating patients with severe asthma (6–10). It is produced by cells of interest in ...
... with severe asthma respond poorly to these medications, and alternative treatments are warranted (4, 5). Tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-a has several properties that make it a potentially attractive target molecule for treating patients with severe asthma (6–10). It is produced by cells of interest in ...