Improving Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Practices
Organizational Structure
The infrastructure has the correct dimensions, thus allowing the adaptation of respiratory equipment, such as infusion pumps and incubators. There are even some seats to accommodate parents in the unit. Currently, the unit has 14 incubators, and it is expected that 4 more may be added in the future. Of the 14 incubators available, 2 are in isolated boxes, separate from other incubators but located within the same NICU. Within the unit, there is an office, a room stocked with
Read MoreCardiovascular Subjective Data Collection Guide
Chest Pain and Tightness
1. Any chest pain or tightness?
- Onset: When did it start? How long have you had it this time? Has this type of pain occurred before? How often?
- Location: Where did the pain start? Does the pain radiate to any other spot?
- Character: How would you describe the pain? Crushing, stabbing, burning, aching, heaviness? (Allow the patient to describe before you suggest. Note if they use a clenched fist to describe the pain.)
- Triggers: Is the pain brought on by activity? If so, what kind?
A Chilling Tale of Love, Betrayal, and Deadly Traps: The Demise of Loren, Stephen, and Olivia
A Summary of Deadly Intentions
Olivia’s Infatuation and Loren’s Plea
Olivia, married to Loren for eight years, developed a crush on an actor named Stephen. She confessed her feelings to Loren and requested a divorce. Initially, Loren agreed, but after forty-eight hours, he changed his mind. He pleaded with Olivia to cease contact with Stephen for three months. Olivia feigned agreement while secretly plotting Loren’s murder with Stephen.
The Murder of Loren and a Marriage Built on Deception
Olivia and
Read MorePreprosthetic Surgery: A Comprehensive Overview
Preprosthetic Surgery
Causes of Bone Loss
- Metabolic Factors
- Aging
- Trauma
- Periodontal Disease
- Long-Term Denture Usage
- Combination of Factors
Resorptive Pattern of the Edentulous Ridge
Type I: Minor Ridge Remodeling
Type II: Sharp Atrophic Residual Ridge
Type III: Basal Bone Ridge
Type IV: Basal Bone Resorption
Aims of Preprosthetic Surgery
- Provide adequate bony tissue support for the placement of Removable Partial Dentures (RPD) or Complete Dentures (CD)
- Provide adequate soft tissue support
- Elimination of pre-existing
Family Intervention Plan: Addressing Truancy, Abuse, and Addiction
Family Intervention Plan
Serious Troubles Identified
- Truancy of minors, Antonio (14) and Ana (9).
- Overload and responsibility placed on Ana, prioritizing household chores over her well-being and education.
- Abuse towards the mother, Maria, and occasionally Antonio, negatively impacting their emotional, social, and intellectual development.
- Maria’s struggle with depression.
- Jose’s alcohol addiction and its associated problems, though potentially less severe after treatment.
Gravity of the Problem and Needs
The
Read MoreCommon Foodborne Illnesses & Symptoms
Common Foodborne Illnesses
| Organism | Common Name of Illness | Onset Time After Ingesting | Signs & Symptoms | Duration | Food Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacillus cereus | B. cereus food poisoning | 10-16 hrs | Abdominal cramps, watery diarrhea, nausea | 24-48 hours | Meats, stews, gravies, vanilla sauce |
| Campylobacter jejuni | Campylobacteriosis | 2-5 days | Diarrhea, cramps, fever, and vomiting; diarrhea may be bloody | 2-10 days | Raw and undercooked poultry, unpasteurized milk, contaminated water |
| Clostridium botulinum | Botulism | 12-72 hours | Vomiting, diarrhea, |