and was later diagnosed with pneumonia when they examine a part of her lungs. She had infected boils over her body which were a result of the Staphylococcus bacteria causing septic shock; which is a widespread infection causing organ failure and low blood pressure. Which was pattern recognized in association with community-associated MRSA, which a person can get infected by coming in contact with a contaminated object in the environment, an example would be a kid picking the bacteria in a playground
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What are the clinical causes of death in the story of Benita Vasquez? The clinical causes her death was definitely multifactorial in nature. It started with the second and third degree burn on her leg that became infected. Her inability to afford the full set of medications and treatments worsened her condition. In addition, her wound did not heal well because of her diabetes. It then became gangrenous. Changing the plan of care initiated the PCP created domino effects of disaster. The surgeon has
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which the musculoskeletal system responds to acute exercise. These include: Musculoskeletal: • Increased blood supply- When we exercise there is an increased demand from the body for oxygen. More oxygen is required in order for our muscles to function; they require more oxygen as a result of the muscles having to work harder when we exercise. To allow an increased heart rate which brings more blood around the body warming up must occur on the behalf of the person. When the muscles work there is also
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What safety procedures must you follow during this lab period? During this lab period, the safety procedure that should be followed are safety glasses, lab coat gloves and proper tools for dissection. Use a text book or online references to define the following word modifiers. Proto= “first” Deutero=second Stome= “organism having a mouth or mouthlike organ” Nephro= “relating to kidneys” How might you benefit from remembering the definitions of word parts? I might benefit from remembering
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Homeostasis within the body can be measured by the main vital signs: heart rate, temperature, respiratory rate and blood pressure. pH is also important to measure homeostasis, but cannot be readily measured without drawing blood. Each of these measurements are controlled by body systems, that work together to maintain proper ranges. The metabolism is a measurement of the chemical energy needed to run these systems, which are fueled by cellular respiration, a process that breaks down glucose and converts
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usually not dangerous. A normal heart rate is 60‒100 beats per minute. During an episode of SVT, your heart rate may be 150‒250 beats per minute. During episodes of SVT, the heart beats so quickly that it does not have time to fill completely with blood. When episodes happens often or last for long periods of time, the heart can get weak and heart failure can result. CAUSES This condition is caused by abnormal electrical activity in the heart. It is not known why some people get SVT and others do
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POSTMENOPAUSAL BLEEDING Postmenopausal bleeding (PMB) is bleeding that occurs after menopause has been established for at least one year. It is different from infrequent, irregular periods that occur around the time of menopause. Causes 1. Obese women and women taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) are more likely to experience postmenopausal bleeding. 2. Vaginal atrophy is the most common cause of bleeding from the lower reproductive tract. 3. Lesions and cracks on the vulva may also bleed
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metabolism of food, synthesis of fatty acids and proteins, and blood pressure regulation. 50 to 60 percent of magnesium is stored in the skeletal system; it is important for bone density and bone crystal formation, and helps assimilate calcium into the bone. The rest is present in muscle, soft tissues, and bodily fluids. It plays a role in activating vitamin D in the kidneys and production of the antioxidant glutathione. It helps regulate blood glucose levels,
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Hemophilia A, also known as classic or deficiency hemophilia, is a genetic disorder in which a VIII factor, a clotting protein, is missing or defective. Meaning a person’s blood is not able of clotting normally. This incapacity of blood clotting can occur internally and externally. When bleeding internally, the part in which your are bleeding swells up and the skin turns red or purple, depending on how severe it is. It normally occurs in the joints such as in the knees, elbows, ankles, which
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Conclusion: It has been found that an athletes hydration level is vital when training. Most athletes do not understand its influence on their sodium levels. Sodium can be consumed in the form of salt, which athletes often crave on their meals when their bodies sodium levels are low. It is vital to maintain the sodium level to ensure that the fluids in athlete’s bodies are sent to the correct places and used effectively. When athletes train a water or electrolyte fluid is needed to ensure they do
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