overdose is a common fatal symptom of illicit narcotics use. Respiratory depression and aspiration often leading to death‚ are two common medical effects or symptoms‚ caused by a narcotic overdose. A narcotics overdose creates lasting physiological effects within the abuser‚ but also has a rippling impact on the community. This epidemic has created panic with lawmakers
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Local Air Pollutants in Dallas‚ Texas Abstract Dallas‚ Texas has many challenges ahead to mitigate various hazardous pollutions. The top five pollutants are analyzed in this document to indicate the effects on the population and especially action taken ease pollution in its number one chemical‚ formaldehyde. It has become an increasing issue and has grown to have a profound effect as population grows supply and demand for fuels‚ foods‚ pesticides‚ hospital supplies etc. The demand is on the
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in a larger scope as well. While there are many arguments advocating the legalization of marijuana; the harmful effects of marijuana outweigh the possible positive uses. These harmful effects are not only physically detrimental to the human respiratory system as well as cardiovascular health‚ but socially inhibiting in the workplace‚ and emotionally damaging to one’s emotional growth.
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Christensson‚ B.‚ Krantz‚ S. & Andersson‚ C.-H.‚ 1999. Occupational health aspects and regulations on airborne fibrous and non-fibrous dust. National Institute for Working Life. Costa‚ R. & Orriols‚ R.‚ 2012. Man-Made Mineral Fibers and the Respiratory Tract. Arch Bronconeumol‚ 48(12). European Commission‚ 1997. European Commission Directive‚ L349: s.n. Health and Safety Executive‚ 2006. An Inventory of Fibres to Classify their Potential Hazard and Risk‚ Norwich: Crown. Seibert‚ J. F.‚ 1990. Composite
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Introduction The lung is a spongy organ made up of of irregularly shaped air spaces called Alveoli. The alveoli are lined by a single layer of flat cells and supported by a mesh of fine elastic fibers. The alveoli are surrounded by a rich network of pulmonary capillaries (Couch and Berger‚ 2004). Our lungs are a network of connected tubes that bring oxygen from the air into our blood‚ nourishing the trillions of cells that make up our bodies. The lungs also clean the blood of carbon dioxide waste
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What is Pertussis? Whooping Cough (Pertussis) is an infection of the respiratory system caused by bacterium Bordetella pertussis. It’s characterized by severe coughing spells‚ which can sometimes end in a “whooping” sound when the person breathes in. How does it Affect the Body? * Whooping Cough (Pertussis) is an infection of the upper respiratory system. * prevents natural defense systems from removing germs * causes mucus accumulation * The bacterium also
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CASE STUDY OF A PATIENT WITH BRONCHIECTASIS INTRODUCTION The respiratory system is divided into upper and lower respiratory system. The upper respiratory system refers to the nose‚ pharynx and associated structure while the lower respiratory system contains the larynx. Bronchiectasis is an uncommon type of chronic obstructive pulmonary lung disease. Bronchiectasis can be categorized as a chronic obstructive pulmonary lung disease manifested by airways that are inflamed and easily collapsible‚ resulting
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mixture Classification according to NBR 14725-2 Material not classified as hazardous. 2.2 Label elements Labelling according to NBR 14725-3 Material not classified as hazardous. 2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification Mild respiratory irritant. By mechanical effect Slightly irritating to eyes and skin. NO particular fire or explosion hazard. Electrostatic charges may build up by swirling‚ pneumatic transport‚ pouring‚ etc. 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS 3.1 Substance
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observe and count the chest movement‚ even when respirations are shallow. Josh’s respirtory rate is 36. 2. How should the nurse describe Josh’s respiratory pattern? A. Eupnea B. Bradypnea C. Trachypnea D. Orthopnea C. Trachypnea - Rationale: A rapid respiratory rate‚ which is consistent with Josh’s rate of 36. Normal respiratory rate for a school-aged child is 16-30 breaths per minute. Because of Josh’s dyspnea‚ the nurse is concerned that he may need to receive oxygen.
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Someone going to the dentist or waiting for a job interview might be seated on the edge of the chair with his or her feet together. If it’s a woman she’ll probably be hugging her handbag‚ or clutching a hanky. Body tension spreads to the respiratory system‚ forcing your breathing and making you sound short of breath. When you are in such
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