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The possible drugs that can be tested include, "anabolic steroids, cocaine, amphetamines, cannabinoids, opiates, bronchodilators, phencyclidine…" the list goes on (Shah, par. 2). Being able to test for such a wide range of drugs just through hair makes forensic drug analysis very trustworthy for evidence, and it being so easy to test hair there's no real downside. A number

polycystic ovarian syndrome also contribute to weight gain and obesity, and as well as medications. Obesity affects every body system, especially cardiac disease is increased, as well as HTN, hypertriglyceridemia, and decreased HDL cholesterol. Remarkable weight gain increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, obstructive sleep apnea, gastric reflux, urinary incontinence, and gallbladder disease (Grossman & Porth, 2014). Room 587 also struggles with HTN, sleep apnea, and gastric reflux. Her

Introduction Globally, pneumonia is a serious disease that more often than not results in death. However, with the exception of drug resistant strains, pneumonia is very preventable and easily treated if caught early in the disease process. This is a summary of the disease process, clinical presentation, and patient education about pneumonia. Pathophysiology Pneumonia is an infection of the alveoli inside the lungs. It can have many causes including bacteria, viruses, fungi, or it may be a consequence

A mental illness is the same as a physical illness or disease; it follows a certain pattern, consists of a multitude of symptoms and has the potential to be treated. The only difference is that a mental illness affects the brain and the mind, and in today’s society, has negative connotations associated with it. Mental illness is just as biological as any physical disease, and can be just as serious and devastating to the individual. One mental illness, in particular, is believed to be very common

Interview of a COPD Client The purpose of the following health history interview is to obtain a complete picture of a person’s past and present health (Jarvis, 2012). This type of assessment provides subjective data provided by the client through a series of questions that can determine if the client’s lifestyle is appropriate for their well-being. In order to build trust between interviewer and client a rapport has to be built. Trust and rapport develop between the nurse and patient when the nurse

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) Cystic Fibrosis affects 1 in every 2,500 children at birth. (ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) Cystic Fibrosis, or CF, is a genetic disorder. A genetic disorder is inherited, and is contributed to by both parents. (lung.org) Each parent has one abnormal gene. (lung.org) Cystic Fibrosis is where the body can not make, or it makes an abnormal version of the CFTR protein. CFTR is also known as cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulator. There are several symptoms, and causes of Cystic Fibrosis. These

feverish, difficulty breathing, increase respiratory rate, decrease oxygenation 90%, and a strong wet cough. Doctors are notified of new onset of symptoms. The patient is diagnosed with Acute Chest Syndrome, and is treated appropriately with a bronchodilator, chest x-ray, antibiotics and fluids. No ventilator required, and patient states relief of pain. Education provided about crisis, with family at bedside. The husband stated he did not want any more interventions done now that she is stable

Subjective Data: Client Complaints: The patient complained of a dry cough that has been going on for the past two weeks and a low grade fever of 101 orally for two days. HPI (History of Present Illness): The patient is a 65-year-old Caucasian female with symptoms of dry cough for the past two weeks, low grade fever for two days, and decreased appetite that have been deteriorating with time. She also experiences shortness of breath (SOB) with activity. She was treated for similar symptoms three months

Providing anesthesia for lung transplantation (LT) is considered by many to be a major feat in cardiothoracic anesthesia. Some say it involves the most complex manipulation of cardiothoracic physiology, especially when cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) is not used. There are many indications for end-stage pulmonary disease, from obstructive lung disease to pulmonary vascular disease. Traditionally, ventilation strategies for this population included tidal volumes of 8-12ml/kg to prevent atelectasis and

Emphysema Introduction: Emphysema is a condition of the lungs that involves the over-inflation of the air sacs, otherwise known as the alveoli. Normal functioning of the alveoli helps breathing in normal respiration. Unlike other lung diseases this one can be inherited. This is a disease that can affect people of all ages and genders. In 1994, the number of males with emphysema outnumbered the females by fifty four percent. However, in the two years that followed the difference between