(4). It is classified as Class II drug with low solubility and high permeability properties. Due to its very poor solubility in acidic pH of the stomach‚ it remains in the stomach wall for a long period‚ aggravating its potential side effects (peptic ulcers and gastric irritation) (5). Immediate release (IR) oral dosage forms‚ i.e.‚ tablets and capsules‚ are designed to disintegrate in the stomach followed by their dissolution in the fluids of the gastrointestinal
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1. Wavelength of short ultraviolet radiation is: A. 700-1500 mµ B. 1600-12‚000 mµ C. 0.1-3 mm D. 180-290 mµ 2. Wavelength of long ultraviolet radiation is: A. 700-1500 mµ B. 290-400 mµ C. 180-290 mµ D. 0.1-3 mm 3. What ultraviolet wavelength will produce reticuloendothelial stimulation? A. 2600-2700 Å B. 2700-3000 Å C. 2900-4000 Å D. 2400-2500 Å 4. The magnitude of radiation flux at any particular point of the skin depends upon the: A. Cross-sectional diameter of the
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available to address it. The same is also true for the bundles‚ acknowledging for principally used bundles that include head elevation to between 30o and 45o‚ sedation vacation and evaluation of readiness to extubate on a daily basis‚ prophylaxis for peptic ulcer disease‚ and prophylaxis for deep venous thrombosis. These
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an inflammation of the liver that may be caused by the hepatitis A‚ B‚ or C virus. • Mr. Gonzales’ colonoscopy revealed several large benign polyps‚ which his physician removed in a polypectomy • Mrs. Watkins is being treated for a duodenal ulcer. Her ulcer is located in the: First section of the small intestine • The small‚ raised areas on top of the tongue containing taste buds are: Papillae • The hard and soft of these form the roof of the mouth Palates • Children have two tricuspids‚ also
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DRUG NAME | ACTION | INDICATION | CONTRAINDICATION | ADVERSE REACTION | NURSING RESPONSIBILITIES | GENERIC: Piperacilin + Tazobactam BRAND NAME: Piptazo DOSAGE: 4.5g FREQUENCY Q8 ROUTE: IV | CLASSIFICATION: Antibiotic; Piperacillin and enzyme inhibitor. Belongs to the class of penicillin combinations‚ including beta-lactamase inhibitors. Used in the systemic treatment of infections | intra – abdominal linfections w/ peritonitis | Hypersensitivity to penicillins
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Drunk Driving‚ Groups‚ Affects‚ Laws How much longer will it take to get rid of careless drunk drivers? Drunk driving has been a problem in the United States since the beginning of automobiles; however‚ it did not become an important social issue until the mid 1980’s. Drunk driving was defined as a problem located within individuals or groups. Drunk driving is illegal in every state. It is not only illegal‚ but unsafe to operate an automobile if you are under the influence of alcohol. When a person
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Gastric bypass surgery has been on the rise over the last past few years. The Gastric Lap band‚ Gastric Sleeve and Gastric roux y bypass are all types of surgical procedures that offer the option to treat severe obesity‚ by reducing intake or the absorption of access calories. Gastric bypass is the most popular procedure because it results in greater weight loss and less weight regain. It also performs best in terms of resolving obesity-related diseases‚ such as diabetes‚ high cholesterol and high
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Let’s follow the path of a delicious ham and cheese sandwich with lettuce and pickles as it is eaten and digested! Start at the beginning and discuss the anatomical parts as well as the biochemical roles that contribute to this sandwich being turned into chemical energy. Be sure to include mechanical and chemical mechanisms‚ along with how they are metabolized in the body! Digestion is the chemical breakdown of food molecules into smaller molecules that can be used by various cells within the body
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Chapter 14 Vocabulary: The Autonomic Nervous System 1. Autonomic Nervous System - Consists of motor neurons that innervate smooth and cardiac muscle‚ and glands; make adjustments to ensure optimal support for body activities; operate via subconscious control; also called the involuntary nervous system or general visceral motor system. 2. Preganglionic Neuron – First neuron that resides in the brain or spinal cord. 3. Preganglionic Axon – Synapses with the second motor neuron; thin
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Aspirin or acetylsalicylate acid is a compound that is widely used in medicine. The use of aspirin in medicine began long before the active reagent was removed from its natural source. The first documented use of aspirin was found in the writings of Hippocrates‚ the so called father of medicine. Hippocrates prescribed that willow bark could be used to remedy a wide range of conditions such as pain‚ fever and inflammation. Scientists began to seek to extract the active compound from willow tree bark
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