Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia (ALL) is rare cancer in children but it is also the most common type of cancer diagnosed in children. ALL is diagnosed in 20-30% of children with cancer under the age of 15 years old (Hart‚ Juliet 10/2014). Treatment usually consists of a combination of chemotherapy and radiation or sometimes it consists of chemotherapy alone. Usually‚ treatment last two to three years and there is a relapse rate of 20% one year after treatment. Treatment may
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Hepatitis C is a contagious disease caused by a virus that infects the liver. Hepatitis C can cause fibrosis (liver scarring)‚ liver cancer‚ liver failure‚ and even death. There are two types of Hepatitis C infections: acute and chronic. Acute Hepatitis C is a short term infection while chronic Hepatitis C is a long term infection. Hepatitis C has various possible causes that might be as a result of toxins and chemicals drinking excessive alcohol. Autoimmune diseases that cause the immune system
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The Importance of Exercise While Expecting Expecting a child comes not only with happiness and joy‚ but also many questions about what to do and change during and after pregnancy. One of the biggest questions is a question that many mothers ask themselves. Does my exercising hurt my child? The answer is one that must be chosen by the number because exercising while pregnant has its benefits and its drawbacks. Exercise plays an important role in promoting health and well being for pregnant
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my audience about how exercise controls weight‚ combats health conditions and diseases‚ and improves mood. Central Idea: Exercise and physical activity are a great way to feel better‚ gain health benefits and have fun. Introduction You’re sweating‚ panting‚ and have a feeling of euphoria. You don’t know why you feel so good when there has just been so much stress put on your body (Attention-Getter). We’ve all gone through this feeling of exhaustion known as exercise. It can tire us out‚
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An acute illness versus a chronic illness has always been a definition I could easily define. Acute illnesses are sudden and often severe‚ for example an asthma attack or a broken bone. Chronic illnesses are prolonged and develop over time‚ such as asthma or osteoporosis. A chronic condition can develop into acute conditions as well; a child who has asthma could come into the ER with an exacerbation of their chronic condition‚ which is now an acute condition‚ an asthma attack. The way acute and chronic
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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia At the time on 2010‚ doctors estimated that 5‚330 had acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) in the United Stated. This type of cancer here has been strongly researched for the reason that it can’t be prevented‚ but it can help by avoiding certain toxins‚ radiation‚ and chemicals. The acute lymphocytic leukemia has different symptoms‚ causes‚ risks‚ and treatment. Doctors today still aren’t sure how it all works as the ALL is a cancer that has to do with people’s blood
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Is Marketing Management an artistic exercise or a scientific exercise? The marketing concept focuses on customer analysis‚ competitor analysis‚ and integration of the organisation’s resources to provide customer value and satisfaction‚ as well as long-term profits (Pride et al. 2007‚ p. 13). To gain customer’s satisfaction‚ organisations need to respond to ever-changing customer needs in a timely manner. Being too concerned about the analysis result has a risk of giving marketers a narrow view
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The difference between acute care and chronic care is the duration of times needed for treatment and the approach taken by the medical professionals. The goals of recovery are typically very similar‚ while the maintenance of the conditions can vary greatly. In both of these scenarios there can be a large impact on the patient’s life or lifestyle that must be compensated for along with the treatment for the illness and education for prevention and maintenance. In acute care‚ an individual’s
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blood replacement • A medication by the name of Misoprostol‚ is sometimes given to empty out the uterus. It has the ability to induce contractions within the uterus and soften the cervix. • Rho(D) immunoglobulin‚ which suppresses the immune system response and antibody formation • Aggressive hydration‚ iron therapy‚ and also blood transfusions may be needed in extreme blood loss 6. Nursing Interventions: (10) • Monitor vital signs • Assess abdomen • Encourage patient to bring/save passed tissue
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Owing to significant co-morbidities‚ it was not a clear cut pre-op clearance. The patient also wanted to address an acute shoulder injury. The physician had to tell him that he does not have enough time to address the shoulder injury as there is another patient waiting. However‚ the patient waiting was the last patient of the day and so the physician would gladly return
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