Axia College Material Appendix E Pain Matrix Sarafino (2006) noted that “people are more likely to seek medical treatment without delay if they feel pain” (p. 292). Pain is not pleasant, but it is a necessary response for us to know when something is wrong, allowing us to limit damage to our bodies. There are many types and sources of pain. It is a sense that we experience in varying degrees of intensity, depending upon the individual. Some individuals have a rare condition called congenital
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Responding to the Public University of Phoenix HCS/539 Version 5 January 21, 2012 Recently, a case of an over the counter drug called “excedrin” and “NoDoz” was recalled on January 9th of the current year due to the possible harmful effects to the health of individuals. Labeling and mistakenly mixed up of different dosage of pain relievers and other types of over the counter drugs was reported, a case similar to previous incidents such as the recall of Motrim and Tylenol years ago. Speculations
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Narcotics: Narcotics decrease the sensitivity to the sensory stimuli because it has a depressant effect on the central nervous system. Opium, morphine, codeine, heroin, meperidine, and methadone are types of narcotics. Natural and synthetic opiates are considered medically valuable because they are effective pain relievers. A reduction of physical activity and drowsiness are the effects of opiates. Once consuming opiate you might feel such uncomfortable feelings as nausea, vomiting and
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What NFL Quarterback is the first ever to win three MVP’s consecutively in a row while addicted to drugs? Brett Favre of the Green Bay Packers. (D'Amato, 2005) B. Brett Favre suffered a separated left shoulder after being sacked by Philadelphia Eagles, Reggie White in 1993. Brett did not want his coach to know how badly he was hurt, so after the game he asked the team doctor for a painkiller. That night would be the first time he took his first Vicodin. (D'Amato, 2005) C. Today I want to
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Aspirin Overdose Overdosing or taking too much aspirin, medicines that are similar to aspirin, or medicines that contain aspirin, can cause serious problems. Aspirin or medicines similar to aspirin are part of many prescription and non-prescription medicines, such as: • Pain medicines • Cold medicines. • Medicines for diarrhea. • Medicines for an upset stomach. • Muscle relaxants. • Some herbal medicines. Aspirin overdose can happen quickly if someone takes too much at
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I could hear the powerful thumping of my heart in my chest. My eyes were squinted shut, and the tips of my fingers were white from tightly gripping the edge of the hospital bed because of the excruciating pain. The entire episode felt surreal. I was rushed to the hospital at two in the morning that day due to a ruptured bowel. I had been diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease years earlier, and the severity of my case increased as I grew older. My life in middle school was dominated by Crohn’s; I used to
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Expository Essay: First Draft Participating in team sports is very helpful in the development of an individual’s character. There are some many different sports someone could choose from to suit their abilities. Participating in team sports helps develop good character because it allows the individual to build self-discipline, teamwork skills, and relieves stress. Participating in team sports sets you up in an environment that promotes the building of self-discipline rather than one that sabotages
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A&M UNIVERSITY College of Nursing BASIC CONCEPTS PRACTICUM – NURS 3263 DATA COLLECTION TOOL Student’s Name Date April 5, 2011 Biographical data Client’s initials P.M. Unit/Room No. A735 Age 64 years old Gender F Ethnicity Black Religion Baptist Marital Status Widowed Occupation Unemployed Date of Admission March 31, 2011 Admitting Problem/Diagnosis Unstable Angina Chief Complaint (Why did the patient come to the hospital
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Legalizing Marijuana Marijuana is one of the most common “soft drugs” used in the United States. It is usually smoked but it can be cooked and eaten. 32% of high school seniors and 11% of eighth graders have admitted to using marijuana. Some of the “pros” for legalizing marijuana are: It can be a good source of additional tax revenue since an enormous amount of money is raised through government taxation of cigarettes and alcohol, so marijuana would create another item
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