cellular recognition of certain signals ROLE OF THE CLINICAL CHEMISTRY LABORATORY: = most clin chem tests entail measuring the concentration of a particular constituent (the analyte) in body fluids‚ primarily blood plasma or serum = increased concentration could be caused by the ff: a.
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secretion of the anterior pituitary hormones. The nurse would expect the laboratory results to show a. increased urinary cortisol. b. decreased serum thyroxine. c. elevated serum aldosterone levels. d. low urinary catecholamines excretion. ANS: A Increased secretion of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) by the anterior pituitary gland will lead to an increase in serum and urinary cortisol levels. An increase‚ rather than a decrease‚ in thyroxine level would be expected with increased secretion of thyroid
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بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Al-Quds University Body Fluid Lab. Report Chemical Examination of Urine Prepared By : Lucia Principles Benedict’s Test for Reducing Sugars Urinary sugars when boiled in Benedict’s reagent reduce copper sulphate to a reddish cuprous oxide precipitate in hot alkaline medium‚ the intensity of which is proportional to the amount of sugar present in the urine. The results are reported as 1+‚2+‚ etc. depending upon the colour and intensity of the cuprous oxide precipitate
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Kwashiorkor is a disease that is caused by malnutrition when there is not enough protein in the diet. Other names for Kwashiorkor are protein malnutrition‚ protein-calorie malnutrition‚ and malignant malnutrition (Kwashiorkor‚ 2011). Kwashiorkor is most common in areas where there is famine‚ limited food supply‚ and low levels of education. This disease can occur when people do not understand how to eat a proper diet. In very poor countries‚ this disease is more common. Often Kwashiorkor occurs during
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MTX Side Effects Applies to methotrexate: compounding powder‚ injectable powder for injection‚ injectable solution‚ oral tablet Hematologic Hematologic side effects have included myelosuppression which is one of the primary toxic effects of methotrexate. Methotrexate suppressed hematopoiesis has been reported to have caused anemia‚ aplastic anemia‚ pancytopenia‚ leukopenia‚ neutropenia‚ thrombocytopenia‚ lymphadenopathy‚ and lymphoproliferative disorders including reversible hypogammaglobulinemia
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Types of Hepatitis Lab test results show a positive anti-HCV and confirm that Chad has Hepatitis C. The nurse explains to Chad that Hepatitis is liver disease with inflammation of the cells of the liver. Chad states "I can’t have Hepatitis. I had all three of the vaccinations before I started working as a paramedic." There are five major types of viral Hepatitis: A‚ B‚ C‚ D‚ and E. 1. What information about the vaccination series for Hepatitis received by healthcare workers will the
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7. What about SGLT2 Inhibitors? SGLT2 Inhibitors would be an option of treatment for this patient. SGLT2 Inhibitors are responsible for inhibiting the reabsorption of glucose that results in excretion of glucose in the urine and ultimately the lowering of glucose levels. The patient was started on Metformin and was not compliant with the treatment. SGLT2 Inhibitors can be given as a monotherapy or as a second line therapy. SGLT2 Inhibitors would be a suitable option for the client considering
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It is important for nurses to assist in the healing of pressure ulcers. Apart from providing appropriate wound dressing‚ various nursing interventions are needed such as relieving pressure by providing special pads or air mattresses and turning or repositioning the patient at least every two hours. Arranging pillows under the ankles‚ back‚ head and arms‚ regular cleansing and drying of the skin‚ and providing good nutrition to support the healing process are also important (Cohen‚ 2009). Optimal
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Printed matter. For private circulation only LIVING WITH DIABETES IS STILL SWEETER NOW WITH STAR HEALTH Now you may also buy Policy online at www.starhealth.in 4 5 6 9 1 1 13 15 17 22 24 26 Star Criticare Plus Insurance Policy Diabetes Safe Insurance Policy Diabetes and the eye Diabetes Complicating Pregnancy Diabetic Diets Cardiovasular Disease & Diabetes Mellitus Infections and Diabetes Prevent Diabetic Kidney Disease Diabetes‚ Depression and Stress Fitness Section Time to get
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Tests preformed: Chemistry plasma‚ STAT electrolytes‚ ammonium‚ cardiac enzymes Tube color: Red Department: Chemistry Additive: None Centrifuged?: Yes Why?: Need serum for testing. Special Considerations: let set and clot for a/b 30 min-1hr‚ Red tube with gel @ bottom is SST tube (separates serum) Tests preformed: Albumin (liver function)‚ amylase (pancreatic function)‚ bilirubin (liver function‚ shield from light)‚ blood urea nitrogen AKA BUN (kidney function)‚ Calcium (parathyroid function)
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