NCM 104 DERMATOLOGIC DISORDERS I. REVIEW OF THE INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM SKIN – also known as the integument which means covering - largest organ system - barrier between external and internal environment FUNCTIONS OF THE SKIN 1) Protection - protects from trauma (Mechanical‚ Radiation‚ Thermal) - thickened skin on palms and soles provides additional covering against trauma r/t constant use - Intact skin - primary defense (prevents invasion of microorganisms) - secretions(from
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Drug: OXYGEN Generic Class of medication: Oxidizing agent (gas) ACTION: Reverses Hypoxia‚ Increases arterial oxygen‚ Increases hemoglobin saturation‚ Increases tissue oxygenation Indications: Hypoxia or anticipated hypoxia‚ or in any medical or trauma patient to improve respiratory efficiency. Contraindications: There are no contraindications to oxygen therapy. Dose: Route: Oral DOSAGE: Adult: 1-6 LPM via NC; 10-15 LPM via
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Chromosomal Disorders You will be assigned a random chromosomal disorder. You will research the disorder and answer the questions below. You should include a sketch or picture of the chromosome affected (where the gene is located) or the show the karyotype of the disorder and how it compares to a “normal” karyotype. 1. When was the syndrome first discovered and by who? J. C. P. Williams first discovered it at the year 1961 2. The human chromosomes are numbered. If applicable‚ identify
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Chapter 1 1. The scientist usually considered the first to see microorganisms‚ which he called "animalcules"‚ was A) Redi B) van Leeuwenhoek C) Pasteur D) Tyndall 2. The idea of Spontaneous Generation postulated that A) organisms could evolve into the next generation of organisms B) organisms could spontaneously combust C) organisms could spontaneously arise from other living organisms D) living organisms could spontaneously arise from non-living material 3. The work of Tyndall
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clear. Face and arms are dark tan with freckles; there is a distinct line of demarcation at biceps and neck where skin has prior sun exposure. Assessment: Based on symptoms‚ appearance‚ and history‚ this patient most likely has Poison Oak hypersensitivity reaction and allergy. He has Impaired Skin Integrity with a Risk for Infection. Plan: I recommend that Mark cut his fingernails short and keep them clean‚ and to refrain from scratching rash and spreading it. Cool compresses and continued
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&Lower respiratory tract associated with the secretion &formationof excessiveand viscid mucus. | >Nausea‚>headache>vomiting>anorexia>gastricdiscomfort>diarrhea | Contraindication:>Patient with active peptic ulcer.>Hypersensitivity to carbocisteine Precaution:>patient with history of peptic ulcer>patient with hypothyroidism | >assess cough: type‚ frequency‚ character> advice medical consultation for persistent cough of more than 7 days>advice pt. to avoid
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Cow’s milk allergy (CMA) is one of the major causes of food hypersensitivity in children. The clinical features of CMA express as immediate symptoms‚ ranging from mild local reactions to life-threatening anaphylaxis.‚ which may involve the skin (eg‚ urticaria and eczema)‚ respiratory tract (eg‚ asthma and rhinoconjuctivitis)‚ gastrointestinal tract (eg‚ vomiting‚ diarrhea‚ and colic)‚ or systemic anaphylactic shock. Cow’s milk contains more than 25 different proteins that are among the best characterized
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Problems and Solutions Drug Research Report David Jaime Health Careers High School Abstract The first drug that I am researching is Abilify or the generic name aripiprazole. Aripiprazole was first approved by the Food and Drug Administration on November 15‚ 2002 as a atypical antipsychotic. RxLists (2015) states the “empirical formula to be C23H27Cl2N3O2”. http://www.rxlist.com/abilify-drug.htm Abilify can be administered orally or injected(parenteral). Via the oral route Abilify can come as
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Diseased corneal nerves is an invisible and oftentimes overlooked. Some experts who are studying this disease agree that a reduction in tear production may be caused by the disease but is not the cause. This hypersensitivity may be triggered by tear evaporation but is not caused by dry eyes. Damage to the corneal nerves may have a number of causes‚ including LASIK procedures. The result of diseased or damaged corneal nerves is blurred vision and eye pain. Brain
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Sara’s Treatment Plan With Sara’s diagnosis of Down Syndrome‚ she is already displaying some motor and other developmental delays. Her mother has also stressed her desire for Sara to be developmentally on track. Assessments to be considered include: the Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development (Bayley-III)‚ the Hawaii Early Learning Profile (HELP)‚ the Peabody Developmental Motor Scale (PDMS-2)‚ and the Infant/Toddler Sensory Profile. The PDMS-2 would identify motor delays and help with treatment
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