------------------------------------------------- List of kennings From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia A kenning (Old Norse kenning [cʰɛnːiŋɡ], Modern Icelandic [cʰɛnːiŋk]) is a circumlocution used instead of an ordinary nounin Old Norse, Old English and later Icelandic poetry. This list is not intended to be comprehensive. Kennings for a particular character are listed in that character's article. For example, the Odin article links to a list of names of Odin, which include kennings. Only
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Chemistry Notes 2010 Core Module 1: Production of Materials Contextual Outline Humans have always exploited their natural environment for all their needs including food, clothing and shelter. As the cultural development of humans continued, they looked for a greater variety of materials to cater for their needs. The twentieth century saw an explosion in both the use of traditional materials and in the research for development of a wider range of materials to satisfy technological developments.
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PBT Exam Study Guide 1. Circulatory system (5-10%) a. Structure & Function i. Heart: muscular organ (size of adult’s closed fist), contractions push blood throughout body, average heart beats 60-80 times per minute, 4 chambers: 2 atria & 2 ventricles. * Right heart pump | * Left heart pump | (Deoxygenated) | (Oxygenated) | Right atrium | Left atrium | Tricuspid valve | Bicuspid valve | Right ventricle | Left ventricle | Pulmonary valve | Aortic valve
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SLO Week 14 Spring, 2015 14 SLO: Older Adult OBJECTIVES 1. Identify common myths and stereotypes about older adults. 2. Identify selected biological and psychosocial theories of aging. 3. Discuss common developmental tasks of older adults. 4. Describe common physiological changes of aging. 5. Differentiate among delirium, dementia, and depression. 6. Discuss issues related to psychosocial changes of aging. 7. Describe selected health concerns of older adults
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After performing and collecting data from the James Bond Lab, we were able to determine that substances 1 and 7 are ionic bonds, 9 and 12 are polar covalent, 13 is metallic, and 16 is nonpolar covalent. First we came to the conclusion that #1 and #7 have characteristics of ionic bonds. Ionic bonds are conductive and soluble in water, and they also have high melting points. Ionic bonds are polar, and so are water molecules, which makes them interact. This is because polar solvents dissolve polar solutes
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Q1. Argue for the most relevant segment criteria to be used in the international market selection process? Red bull has consistently worked on growing international sales. Red bull has a well developed network of local subsidiaries set up in key markets to oversee distribution in any given region. Instead of targeting largest distributors with greatest reach, red bull targets small distributors who often become exclusively red bull distributors. Small independent venues are also the first targets
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8-12 hours. Third Line of Diuretics: Metalazone Its also used as adductive measure to increase the urine output. It is very useful when GFR is at low level. Starting dose 2.5 to 5 mg orally BID. Given 30 minutes before loop diuretics. Treat Electrolyte Imbalance: Hyperkalemia, if potassium level around 7.5 to 8 mEq/L. EKG show flattened T waves and widened QRS complex. Treat with calcium gluconate 10 ml in 10% infusion over 5 min. to stabilize the plasma membrane. If potassium level between
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Effects- headache, dizziness, fatigue, orthostatic hypotension, hypokalemia, N/V, anorexia, constipation, urinary frequency, photosensitivity. Nursing Considerations- BP lying, standing; postural hypotension may occur, especially in geriatric pts. Electrolytes: sodium, potassium, chloride, calcium, magnesium; include BUN, blood glucose, CBC, serum creatinine, blood pH, ABGs, uric acid; glucose in urine if patient is diabetic. 2. hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide)- Acts on distal tubule and ascending
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any age. It could be a family history of epilepsy or seizures. Common causes of seizures by age: In Newborns: * Lack of oxygen during birth * Brain malformations * Low levels of blood sugar, blood calcium, blood magnesium or other electrolyte disturbances * Inborn errors of metabolism * Intracranial haemorrhage * Maternal drug use In infants and Children: * Fever (febrile seizures) * Brain tumour (rarely) * Infection In children and Adults: * Congenital
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very serious. Watery diarrhea and vomiting will appear first, and they could persist for hours at a time causing dangerous fluid loss. After these, dehydration is next. Dehydration depends on the amount of fluids that have been lost. Then, the electrolyte imbalance appears. The loss of sodium will cause muscle cramps. People have to keep in mind that the symptoms will not appear on everyone that is infected, but still they can spread the
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