The respiratory rate is a very important tool through which it is possible to recognise early signs of deterioration of a patient (Philip‚ Richardson & Maurice Cohen 2013‚ p. 570). Despite this‚ there is an increasing amount of cases in which healthcare professionals‚ nurses in particular‚ do not routinely assess and document this important vital sign correctly (Massey & Meredith 2010‚ p. 538). This essay will discuss the reasons why healthcare professionals are likely to omit assessing and documenting
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Respiratory disease Respiratory disease is a medical term that encompasses pathological conditions affecting the organs and tissues that make gas exchange possible in higher organisms‚ and includes conditions of the upper respiratory tract‚ trachea‚ bronchi‚ bronchioles‚ alveoli‚ pleura and pleural cavity‚ and the nerves and muscles of breathing. Respiratory diseases range from mild and self-limiting‚ such as the common cold‚ to life-threatening entities like bacterial pneumonia‚ pulmonary embolism
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02/2013 M259438 502 Out Results Of 600 83.67 Pass/ A.T.K.T. Declaration by Student I hereby declare that‚ I have read the rules related to admission as given in the prospectus/ website and that the information furnished by me is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. If the information is found be incorrect at any point‚ My Admission will stand cancelled & Institute will not be responsible for the same. Place : Date : MUMBAI 2013-06-30
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Respiratory system Asthma A chronic (long term) lung disease that inflames and narrows the airways‚ asthma causes recurring periods of wheezing ( a sound when you breathe)‚ chest tightness‚ shortness of breath‚ and coughing. The coughing often occurs at night or early in the morning. Asthma is characterized by inflammation of the bronchial tubes with increased production of sticky secretions inside the tubes. People with asthma experience symptoms when that airways tighten‚ inflame or fill with mucus
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I am applying for the Foundation Course for Health Professions as from a young age‚ I have had a strong passion to pursue a career in a healthcare setting. This is motivated by my desire to play a vital role in the care of others and to be able to make a positive impact to patient experience within a hospital. Due to medical reasons I was unable to sit all of my exams in 2016‚ aside from English Language‚ which I achieved an A in. This is why I feel the Foundation Course would be a perfect fit for
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hypoxemia Decreased breath sounds in left lower lobe may indicate atelectasis and coarse crackles in the left upper lobe may indicate fluid accumulation. Dusky nail beds indicate lack of O2 and tissue perfusion Rust-colored sputum indicates respiratory infection. Pain upon coughing presents inflammation or infection. Allergy to antibiotics (need to identify the allergic response to antibiotic in detail because he will be starting antibiotic) Medical history of CAD‚ MI and DM increases his presence
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Chapter 11 ARDS INTRODUCTION Acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) - lung inflammation seen at the level of the alveolar capillary membrane with increased vascular permeability. ARDS results in: bilateral pulmonary edema and atelectasis despite no evidence of left heart failure (e.g.‚ normal pulmonary capillary wedge pressure (PCWP). ARDS is present when the ALI results in such severe hypoxia that at the PaO2/FIO2 ratio is 200 mm Hg or less. Approximately 10% to 15% of intensive care
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categories: acute and chronic.[1][2][3][4] Acute bronchitis is characterized by the development of a cough or small sensation in the back of the throat‚ with or without the production of sputum(mucus that is expectorated‚ or "coughed up"‚ from the respiratory tract). Acute bronchitis often occurs during the course of an acute viral illness such as the common cold or influenza. Viruses cause about 90% of acute bronchitis cases‚ whereas bacteria account for about 10%.[5][6] Chronic bronchitis‚ a type
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Essay Writing I come from a land of unparalleled physical beauty and the home of my heart- ‘India’. Today‚ I consider myself extremely fortunate to be here in United States which is also known for its best Academic Curriculums. For past two years‚ ever since I moved to States‚ I had been hoping and planning to earn an MBA degree and am excited to now be on the cusp of making that dream a reality. I’ve come a long way from the shy college freshman who initially could hardly even thought of being
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Writing College Admissions Essays/ UC Personal Statements Information‚ Strategies‚ & Tips Workshop Topics • Understanding the Role of the College Admission Essay • Examples of Essay Questions • UC Personal Statement • Preparation Before You Write the Essay • Tips • Mechanics of Writing the Essay • Helpful Websites Role of the Admission Essay • As a transfer student‚ the essay is an important part of your admission application for the University of California and most private and out-of-state
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