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    echocardiogram-used to assess heart valves. valve disorders require prophylactic antibiotics before invasive procedures. avoid IM injections when suspecting MI can affect CK levels hemodynamic measurements-transducer placed @ the midaxillary line at the fourth or fifth intercostal space phlebostatic axis. calcium channel blockers-assess for constipation 1. Neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS): -NMS is like S&M; -you get hot (hyperpyrexia) -stiff (increased muscle tone) -sweaty

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    Endocrine System

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    The Endocrine System FOCUS: The endocrine system is one of the major regulatory systems in the body‚ along with the nervous system. However‚ the endocrine system responds more slowly‚ and has a longer-lasting‚ more general effect on the body than the nervous system. Endocrine tissues internally produce hormones which are released into the blood‚ where they are carried to target tissue and produce a response. Some hormones bind to receptors on the surface of the cell membrane‚ producing permeability

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    of breath and cough are long term complications that are treated with corticosteroids. Pulmonary toxicity has been reported to be approximately 10-25% (Gotti‚ et al.‚ 2013). Thyroid abnormalities are related to radiation to the neck region. Hypothyroidism is the most common problem with approximately 20-30% of survivors experiencing thyroid abnormalities. The risk of thyroid abnormalities seems to be related to the dose administered. Patient’s treated with radiation in the upper chest or neck

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    Home remedies for hair loss that actually work! Every day‚ you probably lose anywhere between 50 to 100 strands of hair which is perfectly normal‚ say dermatologists. It is when the hair loss exceeds this figure that we begin to notice thinning of hair or bald patches – a condition known as alopecia. Most people are likely to experience hair loss in their 30s because at this time‚ hormonal change‚ stress and an unhealthy diet take their toll. Besides trying to correct these factors‚ adopting a

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    Handbook of Pathophysiology

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    Handbook of Pathophysiology (January 15‚ 2001): by Springhouse Corporation‚ With 13 Contributors‚ Springhouse By OkDoKeY Handbook of Pathophysiology Contents Staff Contributors Foreword 1 FUNDAMENTALS OF PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 2 CANCER 3 INFECTION 4 GENETICS 5 FLUIDS AND ELECTROLYTES 6 CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM 7 RESPIRATORY SYSTEM 8 NERVOUS SYSTEM 9 GASTROINTESTINAL SYSTEM Pathophysiology in color Understanding Asthma Understanding Cancer Understanding Osteoporosis Understanding Ulcers 10 MUSCULOSKELETAL

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    Osteoporosis: bone Mass

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    Osteoporosis Osteoporosis is a disease of bone that leads to an increased risk of fracture. In osteoporosis the bone mineral density (BMD) is reduced‚ bone microarchitecture is disrupted‚ and the amount and variety of non-collagenous proteins in bone is altered. Osteoporosis is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) in women as a bone mineral density 2.5 standard deviations below peak bone mass (20-year-old healthy female average) as measured by DXA; the term "established osteoporosis" includes

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    Impurities in Food

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    This list only contains the more widely known chemicals and additives in body and food products. There are thousands more in use. Many of the chemicals listed below are suspected or known carcinogens‚ toxins‚ hormone disruptors‚ poisons and contaminates. Acesulfame K Sugar substitute found in pudding‚ chewing gum‚ non-dairy creamers‚ instant coffee mixes‚ tea mixes and gelatin desserts. May increase cancer in humans. Acetone Also known as Dimethylketone‚ 2-Propanone‚ Beta-Ketopropane. Inhalation

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    Chest Tubes -continuous bubbling= air leak -bubbling with inspiration= okay -continuous bubbling in suction chamber= okay -up and down in water seal= okay Types of Insulin -Rapid Acting (lispro‚ humalog) -Onset= 5 minutes -Peak= 30 minutes -Short Acting (novolog‚ regular) -Onset= 30 minutes -Peak= 2 hours -Intermediate Acting (NPH) -Onset= 1 hour -Peak= 6-12 hours -Long Acting (Humulin) -Onset= 4 hours -Peak= 16-18 hours -Maslows= PhysiologicSafetyLove & BelongingEsteem

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    Chapter 45 Hormones and the Endocrine System Lecture Outline Overview: The Body’s Long-Distance Regulators An animal hormone is a chemical signal that is secreted into the circulatory system that communicates regulatory messages within the body. A hormone may reach all parts of the body‚ but only specific target cells respond to specific hormones. A given hormone traveling in the bloodstream elicits specific responses from its target cells‚ while other cell types ignore that particular

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    Change Your Life

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    Change Your Life‚ Change Your Shape A Total Lifestyle Approach to a Slim Body By: Valerie Clarke Change Your Life‚ Change Your Shape A Total Lifestyle Approach to a Slim Body What is it that we really desire? Is it truly just a thinner body? Or is it more energy? More confidence? Less stress? All of the above? Personally‚ I think that we all just want a sense of well-being‚ a higher quality of life‚ and more pleasant experiences with our friends and family. The obvious question here

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