observe for signs of hypokalemia such as fatigue‚ muscle weakness‚ and cramps as these could be a warning sign for hypokalemia. The furosemide 40mg is given mouth in the morning to avoid nocturnal. In order words‚ furosemide is given to Mrs. A as a diuretic treatment to take care of fluid retention related with this patient congestive Cardiac Failure. Also‚ Mrs. A’s furosemide dose of 40 mg daily in the morning is a normal first dose and ought to be regulated based on this patient reaction. The idea
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or even adding baking soda to water before strenuous exercise can help reduce muscle fatigue and prevent kidney damage. Another option would be intravenous fluids if you become dangerously dehydrated. A physician may also assist by prescribing a diuretic to increase urine output. Prognosis is determined by the level of kidney damage which makes it pertinent to seek treatment at the onset of any symptoms of rhabdomyolysis. Mild cases of Rhabdomyolysis can be treated and the patient can return to
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[Type the company address] 2013 Dietary supplements: risks and benefits Week 7 Amy Parsons Nutrition [Type the company address] 2013 Dietary supplements: risks and benefits Week 7 Amy Parsons Nutrition Dietary Supplements Dietary supplements are widely used throughout the world in place of eating healthier foods. Many people feel that it is a “shortcut” alternative to eating a well-balanced healthy way. According to the FDA‚ a dietary supplement is defined as” a product intended
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Determination of Caffeine in Tea Samples CONTENTS 1. 1. Introduction 2. 2. Theory 3. 3. Uses of Caffeine 4. 4. Effects of Caffeine 5. 5. Procedure 6. 6. Observations 7. 7. Result INTRODUCTION Tea is the most commonly and widely used soft beverage in the household. It acts as a stimulant for central nervous system and skeletal muscles. That is why tea removes fatigue‚ tiredness and headache. It also increases the capacity of thinking. It is also used for lowering body temperature
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Renal System Study Guide Med/Surg I Major Functions of Kidney: Regulation of Homeostasis -Filters blood & regulates contents (water content & blood volume) -Maintain acid-base balance -Control fluid & electrolytes -Excrete metabolic waste products -Control BP (renin-angiotensin-aldosterone) Urinary System Structure: Kidneys (produce urine)‚ Ureters (transport urine to bladder)‚ Bladder (stores urine)‚ Urethra (conduct urine outside body) *Nephron- working unit of kidney *Kidneys receive
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which manifested as a form of anemia and an unequal size of her red blood cells. The blood culture and sensitivity read positive for growth of bacteria. The cranial ultrasound revealed an impression of mild hydrocephalus and was given an osmotic diuretic‚ Mannitol to decrease the pressure on the brain. The cerebrospinal fluid analysis showed a decrease in glucose and protein levels‚ which may indicate meningitis. Mary’s diagnoses were updated to Meningitis‚ Secondary to Upper Respiratory Tract
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Analysis of Alternate Solutions. In the case study‚ “Following Lance Armstrong: Excellence Corrupted”‚ there are several problems that need to be addressed‚ with the primary problem focused on doping‚ (Clayton and Fisher‚ 2013). Lance Armstrong has been subject of several allegations regarding the possible use of Performance Enhancing Drugs (PED)‚ (Clayton and Fisher‚ 2013). According to the case study‚ Armstrong stated that he has successfully passed over 500 tests for illegal doping‚ (Clayton
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their use 2.1. Describe common types of medication including their effects and potential side-effects Types of medications are: antacids‚ analgesics‚ anticoagulants‚ antihistamines‚ antimicrobials‚ anti-inflammatory‚ cardiovascular‚ cytotoxic‚ diuretics‚ hormones‚ laxatives and psychotropics. These are used to different illnesses and diseases that can occur in an individual. Analgesics are commonly used to reduce the feel of pain and their side effects include diarrhoea‚ dizziness or vomiting. Anticoagulants
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Homeostasis & Homeostatic Imbalances Deborah Curry Kaplan University Positive & Negative feedback systems Positive feedback system: Strengthens or reinforces a change in one of the body’s controlled conditions. (Tortora & Derrickson‚ 2014‚ p. 10) Negative feedback system: Reverses a change in a controlled condition in the body. (Tortora & Derrickson‚ 2014‚ p. 10) Homeostasis & Homeostatic Imbalances of the Endocrine System The endocrine system makes hormones responsible
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Michael Franchina Comm. 3300 5/7/10 Hypertension‚ also known as high blood pressure‚ is a chronic condition in which blood pressure is elevated. “Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of arteries as it flows through them. Arteries are the blood vessels that carry oxygenated blood from the heart to the body ’s tissues. As blood flows through arteries it pushes against the inside of the artery walls. The more pressure the blood exerts on the artery walls‚ the higher
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