between the veins of portal circulation and those of systemic circulation. A congestion of the vena portae (caused for example by cirrhosis of the liver) hepatis can cause a portal hypertension. Blood flowes directly to the vena cava by portalcaval anastomosis. However‚ the capacity of this „alternative route“ is very limited! Thus‚ because of the increased blood flow‚ some clinical syndroms can happen (for example varices occur‚ a caput medusae or an enhanced appearence of veins at the region
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form and put in the drop box for week 1 homework. Term Definition What is being examined? Is this normal or abnormal? Example: Tachycardia Fast heart beat Heart abnormal 1. Cyanosis Blue skin Skin abnormal 2. JVD Bulging jugular vein Jugular vein abnormal 3. Murmur Abnormal heart sound Heart Abnormal 4. 180/99 Blood pressure Heart Abnormal 5. PERRLA Pupils equal round reactive to light and accommodation Eyes Normal 6. Wheezes Hoarse whistling sound Lungs Abnormal 7. Impacted cerumen
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2010 were compared. Results No adverse events were reported related to the early mobility program. After adjusting for age and injury severity‚ there was a decrease in airway‚ pulmonary‚ and vascular complications (including pneumonia and deep vein thrombosis) post–early mobility program. Ventilator days and TBICU and hospital lengths of stay were not significantly decreased. Limitations Using a historical control group‚ there was no way to account for other changes in patient care that
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repoKatina Barker April 13‚ 2010 Biology Lab Thursday@3:30-6:20pm Introduction This week in Biology Lab we learned the effects of caffeine and nicotine on heart rate. Based on previous knowledge of caffeine and nicotine‚ I came up with the following hypothesis; The presence of nicotine will slow the heart rate of the worm and the presence of caffeine will speed the rate up. My hypothesis was based on what I seen in everyday life. A person who smokes a lot of cigarettes usually have a
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I currently work in a hospital setting where an increase of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolisms (PE) occurrences have been identified among hospital inpatients. The hospital has talked about forming a committee comprised of key stakeholders to identify current barriers so that an organizational wide policy can be developed and implemented. My strategy would be to successfully implement a policy protocol across the multi-disciplinary team that will improve outcomes by providing education
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Accountability of the Nursing Professional Nathan Munson Grand Canyon University: NRS 430V February 20‚ 2011 Cynthia Yascavage ACCOUNTABILITY OF THE NURSING PROFESSIONAL Nursing professionals are viewed by the public as one of the most trusted and caring professions in the world. This status is achieved in the nursing profession by way of accountability. Accountability is the base of all practice and provides a platform for nursing to expand practice‚ gain trust‚ and provide excellent
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Mechanical and Pharmacological methods for the Prevention of Venous Thrombosis in Special Populations Sebastian Oviedo Walden University NURS 6052D-26 June 14‚ 2013 Summary Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) also known as and often referred to as deep vein thrombosis is a high risk diagnosis that can often lead to Pulmonary Embolism‚ both of which can occur due to trauma or as a result from a complication due to a high risk surgery; both of which have a significant morbidity and mortality. Factors that
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Running head: SPINAL CORD INJURY Spinal Cord Injury Shannon G. Johnston‚ RN‚ CEN Liberty University Abstract There are many types of spinal cord injuries (SCI). Patients with SCI can symptoms that range from mild neurologic impairment (such as numbness and tingling of extremities or neck pain) to devastating total body paralysis depending on the extent of damage and where in the spinal cord the damage occurs. Management of airway‚ breathing and circulation are key with SCI patients‚ as
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1. Name the circulatory system that carries blood from the heart to the lungs and back to the heart. Correct: pulmonary circulation 2. Name the circulatory system that provides blood to the tissues in the body. Correct: systemic circulation 1. Name the structure that is a double fold of peritoneum between the lesser curvature of the stomach and liver. Correct: Lesser omentum 2. Name the structure that is a double fold of peritoneum and holds the colon to the abdominal wall.
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The function of the cardiovascular system The Cardiovascular system circulates oxygen and nutrients to body cells and tissues. It also allows for removal of carbon dioxide and wastes from those cells and tissues. The cardiovascular system delivers hormones to targeted tissues‚ maintains body temperature‚ and helps defend the body. The cardiovascular system is made up of the heart‚ blood and blood vessels. The heart is the pump of the cardiovascular system. It consists of 4 chambers‚ which is
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