Pressure Mapping for Ulcer Prevention in MICU
A new take on 'global positioning' technology -- this time it's for preventing decubitus ulcers.
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When to Call a Doctor About a Cold?
The common cold is a respiratory infection that can be caused by more than 200 viruses, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). It is common to experience a sore throat, runny or congested nose, sneezing, coughing and a mild fever with a cold. Colds usually come and g
Fine Motor Skill Damage After Ulna Nerve Surgery
Every surgery has an element of risk. For ulnar nerve surgery, the risks include the possibility of infection and of damage to the patient's fine motor skills.
Barium Impaction Therapy for Colonic Diverticular Bleeding
Is barium therapy effective in preventing recurrence of diverticular bleeding?
Panic Attacks Treatment
WebMD takes you through the emergency steps for dealing with a panic attack.
Tips for Giving First Aid to Babies
Parents should know some of the basic steps to giving first aid to babies. At some point in time, every child will have an injury or become ill, and it is important that you know what to do in every situation to ensure the health and well being of your baby. While taking an infant CPR and first aid
How to Tattoo Over Scars
After an accident or surgery, an unsightly scar may remain. Once it has fully healed, in many cases, a scar can be effectively concealed by a tattoo. The tattooing process is the same as for any other area of the body, although the colored inks may need several sessions to become fully established a
Hypochlorous Acid: An Ideal Wound Care Agent With Potency
What's the effect of stabilized hypochlorous acid solution on chronic wound healing?
How Do People Get Electrocuted in Floods?
Floods occur when the level of a river rises above its bed and spills over inhabited areas. Floods also happen when water accumulates in a bowl-shaped geographical feature and the water level rises above the bank or watershed. Death during floods are usually due to drowning, but can also result from
How to Write a Disability Letter
When people are challenged by a disability, even the most routine forms of access and movement in their environment can prove difficult. This is why such individuals have recourse to health professionals who can issue disability verification letters. These letters can cue action on the part of prope
How to Find a Doctor's Credentials
In the rapid changing state of health care it can be beneficial to research the current credentials of your physician. Researching a doctor's credentials can provide information relevant for choosing a doctor to suit your medical needs. Some doctors have affiliations to hospitals with teaching respo
How to Take Care of Steri Strips
Steri Strips are thin, adhesive strips used to hold wounds closed while they heal. The strips are often used instead of bandages or dressings. While you can purchase Steri Strips (sometimes called butterfly bandages) at pharmacies, your doctor will most often be the person to apply a Steri Strip. It
Clear as Day
Continuing coverage of the 2013 Society of Hospital Medicine annual meeting discusses career development and continuing medical education.
How to Measure Intake & Output Procedures
Input and output, more commonly referred to as I&O in the medical field, is the measure of a patient's intake of food and fluids and the release of fluids and solids from the body. Some medical conditions require that a patient's input and output be measured to ensure she is eating properly. I&a
Early Endoscopic Intervention Versus Early Conservative Management
When is early endoscopic intervention mandatory for patients with acute gallstone pancreatitis and obstruction?
Resident Journal Review: Management of Acute A-Fib in the ED
Atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter are the most commonly occurring arrhythmias in the United States. This review offers guidance on diagnosis, management, and treatment.
Where to Buy a Mouth Splint for TMJ
TMJ, also known as temporomandibular joint disorder, is a medical disorder that occurs when the jaw is out of alignment. The jaw hinges cause clicking noises when they open or close, which can cause considerable jaw, neck and back pain. Jaw movement and pain can occur especially when talking, eating
Certification Requirements for First Aid
From tending minor cuts and scrapes to addressing serious trauma, those trained in first aid are, quite literally, lifesavers. Individuals who possess a certification have the confidence and knowledge to comfort victims and identify emergency situations. First aid training is widely...
Can ED Physicians Assess for AMI With Clinical Judgment?
The authors investigate whether the clinical judgment of ED physicians can accurately detect AMI in patients presenting with cardiac chest pain.
How to Cut in Blackout Mode With SCAL
SCAL is software that allows you to import SVG images and True Type fonts to use on your electronic cutting machine. Also known as Sure Cuts A Lot, the software works with Craftwell eCraft, Black Cat Cougar/Lynx, BossKut Gazell, Pazzles Inspiration, Silhouette SD, USCutter and Craft ROBO/Graphtec. W