Urine should be stored properly as to avoid any additional growth of bacteria. (Becton‚ 2004) 2) This protocol is for samples analyzed in a doctor’s office or for a routine laboratory culture that were midstream samples for urine culture or for urinary tract infections. Negative macroscopic screened urines do not routinely require microscopic examination of urine sediment. Microscopic examination of urine sediment may be warranted when macroscopic examination is positive for blood (Hb)‚ protein
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Two factors mainly influencing calculi expulsion are: 1. Pathological factors including infection‚ edema‚ and contraction of urinary tract; 2. Calculi factors including size‚ shape‚ and location of calculi. Among these‚ location and size of calculi are the most important factors. (2) A recent meta-analysis shows an overall spontaneous stone passage rate of 68% for ureteric stone
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Chapter 1 The Problem Introduction Today’s technological innovation and medical advances gave birth to formulation of synthetic drugs used to treat respiratory infections‚ urinary tract infections‚ diarrhea‚ arthritis and other diseases. These pharmaceuticals are costly and to a point‚ inaccessible to many Filipinos. These may also pose adverse effects like nausea‚ dyspnea‚ and diarrhea. Researchers are challenged to produce natural medicines‚ which could be lower in cost and more synergistic
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Fundamentals of Nursing- Theory hours: 90 Clinical hrs: 325 1. Introduction to Nursing: - Meaning of nursing - Definitions of nursing - Scope of nursing - Role of a nurse - Health Team - Aims of nursing in the hospital and community 2. Nursing Profession - Nursing as a profession - Professional adjustment - Qualities of a nurse - Ethics in nursing 3. History of Nursing - Ancient period - Middle period - Modern
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Unit 59 Support individuals to manage continence 1.1 - This can affect their sense of dignity and self-esteem and many people find it very hard to accept that they might need help from someone else in such an intimate area of their life. Incontinence can also affect someone’s day to day. Every day activities suddenly become a lot more challenging and many people get worried about leaving their own house. 1.2- Dementia Childbirth Irritable bowel syndrome
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PHILIPPINE MEDICINAL PLANTS Here are the list of Medicinal Plants that can be found here in the Philippines : AKAPULKO Scientific name : Casia Alata Other name : Ringworm Bush‚ Kasitas (Bik.‚ Bis.) Treats skin diseases like Tinea infections‚ringworms‚eczema‚scabies and insect bites. USE AND PREPARATION: Pound enough fresh leaves; express (squeeze out) the juice and apply on the affected skin morning and evening. Improvement should be noticed after 2 - 3 weeks of treatment. You
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Case Study: Urinary‚ Fluid & Electrolyte balance The cardiovascular system and the urinary system are intimately entwined. When the cardiovascular system experiences stress‚ the urinary system can be directly impacted. For example in hemorrhagic shock‚ when the body is rapidly depleted of circulating blood volume‚ the kidneys are often one of the first vital organs affected due to lack of perfusion. The kidneys are dependent on the sufficient cardiac output that the heart delivers. So when the
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Evidence Based Practice Cambridge Medical Institute Nursing Trends Dr. Lyles EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE Evidence base practice (EBP) is becoming the most practiced or adopted discipline in healthcare arenas (Roux‚ & Halstead‚ 2009). What makes EBP popular is its reliance on partnership among proven scientific evidence‚ clinical expertise‚ and individual needs of each patient. The primary goal of EBP is to provide quality care‚ standardize medical practices at the best unbeatable price.
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7. What about SGLT2 Inhibitors? SGLT2 Inhibitors would be an option of treatment for this patient. SGLT2 Inhibitors are responsible for inhibiting the reabsorption of glucose that results in excretion of glucose in the urine and ultimately the lowering of glucose levels. The patient was started on Metformin and was not compliant with the treatment. SGLT2 Inhibitors can be given as a monotherapy or as a second line therapy. SGLT2 Inhibitors would be a suitable option for the client considering
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Adaptation Model of Sister Callista Roy “When push comes to a shove‚ we will seldom disappoint ourselves. We all harbour greater stores of strength than we think. Adversity brings the opportunity to test our mettle and discover for ourselves the stuff of which we are made.” Do not underestimate the power of a person to cope. He may be dependent now but deep within him lies the energy to adapt. I remember a particular patient when I was still a trainee nurse. He was a pastor afflicted with a
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