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First Aid and Emergency Response Procedures

Posted by admin on Apr 6, 2025 in Medicine & Health | 0 comments

Major Hemorrhage Containment

Methods for controlling major hemorrhages include:

Manual pressure
Pressure dressings
Tourniquets (if necessary and trained)

Closed Head Injuries

Signs of a closed head injury may include:

Contusion of the skull
Altered levels of consciousness (conscious, semi-conscious, unconscious)
Dizziness
Nausea and vomiting
Changes in vital signs (low temperature, altered breathing and pulse)

Closed Fractures

Symptoms of closed fractures include:

Intense pain at the fracture site
Swelling and

CIA, The Brethren & Trumble Prison: Key Facts

Posted by admin on Apr 5, 2025 in Medicine & Health | 0 comments

What is the CIA?

The CIA is a United States department responsible for gathering information about foreign governments.

Who are The Brethren?

They are three ex-judges incarcerated in Trumble Prison: Joe Roy Spicer, Finn Yarber, and Hatlee Beech.

What do they do for other prisoners?

They provide expert legal advice to other prisoners, helping to reduce their sentences.

Characteristics of Trumble Federal Prison

It offers comfortable rooms, a gym, a game room, a clean cafeteria with good food, a library,

Medicine Fundamentals: Administration, Action, and Types

Posted by admin on Apr 5, 2025 in Medicine & Health | 0 comments

Medicine Definition

A medicine is a substance administered or applied to the body of a person or animal, capable of causing a curative, preventive, or diagnostic effect.

Drug Components

Active Ingredient

The component of a drug responsible for its pharmacological effect.

Excipient

An ingredient that facilitates the action of the active ingredient, for example, by aiding absorption or administration.

Routes of Drug Administration

Oral: Taken by mouth. Absorbed in the stomach/small intestine. Forms: capsules,

Risks of Infection and Physiological Changes in Elderly

Posted by admin on Apr 4, 2025 in Medicine & Health | 0 comments

Risks of Infection in the Elderly

Isolation, poor hygiene, and immobility increase the risk of infection in the elderly. Malnutrition, decreased skin integrity, and slower wound healing further contribute to this risk. A decline in immune response and lack of preventive measures like vaccinations also play a role.

Activities to Reduce Infection Risk

Ensure a diet rich in proteins, vitamins, and fluids.
Identify and mitigate high-risk situations: low income, overcrowding, and surgery.
Shorten hospital

Common Questions About Antibiotic Use and Safety

Posted by admin on Apr 3, 2025 in Medicine & Health | 0 comments

What if I Miss an Antibiotic Dose?

Continue with the treatment schedule and take the next dose as planned at its regular time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one. If you are unsure, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Medication Makes Me Ill: What to Do?

If the antibiotic causes side effects like diarrhea, nausea, or upset stomach, call your primary care physician immediately. Do not stop taking the medication without consulting them first, as they may need to adjust your treatment

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