Assessment and Management in Multisystem Failure Western Governors University Assessment and Management in Multisystem Failure Assessment of Patient Numerous patients present in an Emergency Department (ED) at a fast pace and nurses must be proficient triaging and prioritizing all patients based on their “medical condition and chance of survival” (Anderson‚ Omberg‚ & Svedlund‚ 2006). The primary assessment should identify the urgent issues and treat those that may become life threatening
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I accomplished talking to the local elderly community of the area about various topics such as Tylenol‚ carbon monoxide‚ and Naloxone. I worked with a group of other students to present a poster on these topics as well as distribute handouts on these topics. We were aware that people can easily get bored so we did our best to communicate the most essential‚ concise‚ and important points about our topics. We also had Dr. VanWert with us to answer questions that we were unable to answer. This experience
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Scaling or removal of plaque deposits‚ tooth splinting‚ tooth extraction‚ dental filling‚ and root canalling procedures are various treatments to combat toothache. Analgesics like acetaminophen and ibuprofen may be taken to counter toothache. Toothache is often accompanied by swelling of gums‚ discharge or bleeding from gums‚ redness along the gum line and bad breath. Often the ache may radiate from tooth to cheek‚ jaws and ears. Home
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(hepatitis). It also leads to cirrhosis‚ a condition in which liver cells are so damaged they can’t regenerate‚ and liver failure. Take note: having as few as 3 drinks at once can cause liver damage if mixed with certain medications—including acetaminophen and statin drugs used to treat high cholesterol. If you take any prescription or over-the-counter drugs‚ ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it’s safe to consume alcohol. • BRAIN Moderate alcohol consumption may ward off dementia and Alzheimer’s
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Plantar fasciitis is the inflammation of a thick tissue on the bottom of the foot. This tissue is called the plantar fascia and connects the heel bone to the toes‚ creating the arch of the foot. Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain (heel spurs). It occurs especially among athletes and is caused by the continuous repetition of excessive overload at breech. As we age‚ the plantar fascia loses elasticity and no longer able to grow well. The fat pad on the heel and tapers cannot
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Pneumonia refers to a serious type of lung infection. It’s often a complication of the common cold or flu that happens when the infection spreads to the lungs. Pneumonia during pregnancy is called maternal pneumonia. Pneumonia is considered a serious and potentially fatal illness for anyone. Certain groups are at a higher risk of complications. This includes pregnant women. The best way to treat and prevent complications from maternal pneumonia is to see your doctor at the first sign of an illness
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pressure‚ muscle weakness‚ anemia‚ clotting disorders‚ gastrointestinal inflammation‚ and weakened bones. Aspirin is used to treat pain for inflammation and work by blocking production of pain enhancing neurotransmitters‚ such as prostaglandins. Acetaminophen is also effective against pain. Aspirin acts locally at the site of the pain to stop it from producing pain signals. Aspirin can be good or bad by helping to prevent heart attacks. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic commonly used in medical procedures
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Headache Introduction “A Headache is defined as a pain in the head or upper neck. It is one of the most common locations of pain in the body and has many causes. Headaches have numerous causes‚ and in 2007 the International Headache Society agreed upon an updated classification system for headache.”(1) Because so many people suffer from headaches and because treatment sometimes is difficult‚ it is hoped that the new classification system will allow health care practitioners come
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DENGUE FEVER (Outline) Specific Purpose : To inform my audience about the nature‚ symptoms‚ treatment and prevention of Dengue fever. Central Idea : People now at risk from dengue and estimates that there may be 50 million cases of dengue infection worldwide every year. The disease is now endemic in more than 100 countries. Introduction I. Dengue fever‚ also called dengue‚ is a potentially serious disease caused by a virus. There are four types of dengue virus that can cause illness
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 chronic constipation is infrequent bowel movements or difficult passage of stools that persists for numerous weeks or longer. Constipation is normally defined as having fewer than 3 bowel movements a week. although occasional constipation may be very commonplace‚ a few human beings revel in continual constipation that could intervene with their potential to move about their daily responsibilities. chronic constipation may also cause excessive straining to have a bowel motion and different signs
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