Living with Scoliosis: A Teenager’s Story
My Personal Journey
Hi, my name is Claudia Velasquez. I’m sixteen years old, and I was diagnosed with scoliosis when I was about 13 years old. It all started when I was feeling some pain in my back, specifically in my lumbar zone. I always used to have this kind of pain, but my parents took it normally, so we never went to the doctor. But there came a day where I stood in front of the mirror, looked at myself, and from that moment, I knew something was wrong with me. The right side of my back was
Read MoreEnglish Exam Review: Key Answers and Explanations
June 10 (A): The Truth About Bears
- a) TRUE: The wildlife biologist (…) them on maps.
- b) FALSE: He abandoned scientific detachment (…) his study animals.
- a) animals – creatures b) confidence – trust c) distance – detachment d) move (in the air) – wave
- believes
- eating
- about
- shall study
- I don’t need to dissect an animal to know a lot about it.
- told the bear not to worry
June 10 (B): Trick or Treat?
- a) FALSE: Halloween originated … a pagan festival. b) FALSE: They began to dress … for food or money.
Modern Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Techniques
Diagnosis
Currently, physicians have leading-edge technology to make a diagnosis. We can see live images of the inner workings of the human body. Most diseases are easily diagnosed by a family doctor. Even family diseases provide data on the predisposition to certain disorders. The first assessment of health damages involves vital signs: weight, temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure remain the key indicators of good health. The best tool for the medical examination is the stethoscope.
Read MoreUnderstanding Common Health Conditions and Prevention
Understanding Common Health Conditions
Tumors: Benign and Malignant
A tumor occurs when cells reproduce more than necessary or old cells do not die when they should. In such cases, a tumor appears, defined as a disorganized mass of tissue. Benign tumors grow locally and remain in the place where they were formed because their cells do not move. Benign tumors can be removed by surgery and usually do not endanger the patient’s life. A malignant tumor is a disease in which cells can move from the initial
Read MoreMastering English Grammar: Conditionals, Active & Passive Voice
Understanding Conditional Sentences
Zero Conditional
Structure: If/When/Unless + Present Simple, Present Simple/Modal + Base Form
Examples:
- If/When you study harder, you get better marks.
- I can’t drive unless I’ve got my glasses.
First Conditional
Structure: If/Unless + Present Simple, Future Simple/Imperative/Modal + Base Form
Examples:
- If she cracks the code, she’ll understand the message.
- If the website isn’t reliable, don’t buy anything.
Second Conditional
Structure: If/Unless + Past Simple, Would/Could/
Safe Oral, Nasogastric, and Enema Administration Techniques
Oral Diet Administration
Materials
- Diet
- Glasses and silverware
- Napkins
- Flexible straws
- Tray
- Absorbent pads
- Towels
- Gloves
Procedures
- Wash hands.
- Check for food allergies.
- Create a peaceful atmosphere during the meal.
- Alleviate pain before meals.
- Preserve user privacy and inform the user.
- Request assistance from the patient and family.
- Ask the user to wash their hands.
- Help the patient into a properly seated or Fowler’s position with head and neck flexed.
- For patients who cannot eat without assistance:
- Manage small amounts