Nutritional Status Assessment: Mastering Knowledge, Efficient Application Nutritional Status Assessment: Mastering Knowledge, Efficient Application 1. Concept: Nutritional Status (NS) is a set of functional, structural, and biochemical characteristics reflecting the body’s ability to meet its nutritional needs. NS is the result of dietary intake and the body’s utilization of nutrients. Good NS reflects a balance…
Child Vaccination: A Comprehensive Guide Child Vaccination: A Comprehensive Guide I. Understanding Immunity Immunity is the body’s ability to resist disease. 1. Types of Immunity Based on Specificity Non-specific immunity: This is the body’s general defense against all pathogens, including: Physical barriers: Skin, mucous membranes. Chemical barriers: pH levels, secretions, lysozyme. Microbial barriers: Gut microbiota,…
First Aid for Wounds: A Detailed Guide and Important Notes First Aid for Wounds: A Detailed Guide and Important Notes 1. Introduction A wound is a tissue injury that can cause bleeding, pain, and even life-threatening complications if not treated promptly and correctly. This article provides basic knowledge about different types of wounds, the healing…
Week 3 – Oral Lesions – Infections and Manifestations in the Oral Cavity Week 3 – Oral Lesions – Infections and Manifestations in the Oral Cavity 1. Causative Agent and Modes of Transmission of Syphilis: Causative agent: Treponema pallidum, a spirochete bacterium. Modes of Transmission: Active lesions: This is the primary route of transmission, occurring…
An Overview of Parasites An Overview of Parasites Parasites are organisms that live in or on another organism (host) for survival and reproduction, causing harm to the host. 1. Medical Parasitology Medical parasitology focuses on parasites that can cause diseases in humans. It investigates the intricate relationships between parasites and their hosts, aiming to develop…
Chromosomal Analysis Based on Morphology Chromosomal Analysis Based on Morphology Note: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional diagnosis. Chromosome morphology can vary depending on the staining method, cell quality, and stage of cell division. For accurate conclusions, it is necessary to combine this analysis with…
Genetics Fundamentals: Terminology – Analytical Methods – Approaches Genetics Fundamentals: Terminology – Analytical Methods – Approaches I. Terminology: 1. Polymorphism: Definition: The existence of two or more different genotypes in a population with a frequency of at least 1%. Characteristics: Corrects genetic information but does not have clear clinical consequences. Can be used as genetic…
Genetic Diseases: Classification and Mechanisms Genetic Diseases: Classification and Mechanisms 1. Concept: Genetic disease: A disease in which genetic factors (genes) play a significant role in its pathogenesis. Note: In many cases, genetic diseases arise from complex interactions between genetic factors and environmental factors. 2. Classification of Genetic Diseases: 2.1 Classification based on genetic factors:…
The Four Gentlemen Decoction (Si Jun Zi Tang) – Nourishing Yang and Strengthening Qi The Four Gentlemen Decoction (Si Jun Zi Tang) – Nourishing Yang and Strengthening Qi 1. Introduction: The Four Gentlemen Decoction (Si Jun Zi Tang) is a renowned traditional Chinese medicine formula known for its ability to tonify Qi, dispel phlegm, strengthen…
Agricultural Ecosystems: Understanding a Man-Made Environment Agricultural Ecosystems: Understanding a Man-Made Environment Agricultural ecosystems are artificial environments created by humans for the purpose of producing food and other agricultural products. They are distinct from natural ecosystems, but they share many of the same fundamental ecological principles. 1. Key Components: Biotic Components: The living organisms within…