Electrolyte solutions for intravenous fluid therapy Electrolyte solutions for intravenous fluid therapy Body fluids consist of plasma, interstitial fluid and intracellular fluid. These fluids contain electrolytes along with other components. The concentration of anions and cations of electrolytes in plasma are equal and maintained at a stable level of 154 mEq/l. The total concentration of…
Cervical Cancer Quiz: Cervical Cancer Quiz: Cervical Cancer Quiz: 2014. Which of the following is NOT a cofactor in causing cervical cancer: A. Smoking. B. Early sexual activity. C. Having multiple sexual partners. D. Early menarche. E. Immunodeficiency. Answer: D. 2015. Cervical cancer with clinical lesions confined to the cervix, lesion size < 4cm is…
Genetic Basis: Chromosomes and Cell Division Genetic Basis: Chromosomes and Cell Division Genetic Basis: Chromosomes and Cell Division 1. Chromosomes: The Building Blocks of Heredity Definition: Chromosomes are structures that are readily stained in the nucleus of a cell, and play an important role in storing and transmitting genetic information. Chromosome set: The total number…
Experiment 12: Direct Blood Pressure Recording – Testing the Effects of the Vagus Nerve and Certain Chemicals on Blood Pressure Experiment 12: Direct Blood Pressure Recording – Testing the Effects of the Vagus Nerve and Certain Chemicals on Blood Pressure Experiment 12: Direct Blood Pressure Recording – Testing the Effects of the Vagus Nerve and…
Human Genetics: From Basics to Applications Human Genetics: From Basics to Applications Human Genetics: From Basics to Applications Genetics is the science that studies how traits are passed from parents to offspring. In human genetics, we explore how genes influence human health, diseases, and characteristics. Here are some basic concepts of human genetics: Genetic Disorder:…
Pain and Opioids: From Mechanisms to Applications Pain and Opioids: From Mechanisms to Applications Pain and Opioids: From Mechanisms to Applications # Pain: A Complex Sensation Pain is an unpleasant physical or psychological sensation associated with actual or potential tissue damage. According to the definition by the International Association for the Study of Pain (ISAP),…
10 Multiple Choice Questions about Placenta Delivery 10 Multiple Choice Questions about Placenta Delivery 1. After the baby is born, which of the following signs indicates that the placenta has detached? A. Pushing the uterus upwards with the edge of the hand on the pubic bone, the umbilical cord is retracted into the vagina. B.…
Aerosol Medications: Formulation and Applications Aerosol Medications: Formulation and Applications Aerosol medications are a type of dosage form containing a drug substance and a propellant in a solution. Formulation: Aerosol medication solutions are prepared by dissolving the drug substance in the propellant. Solvent (Dm) plays a crucial role in: Slowing down the vaporization process of…
Nursing: Functions, Roles, and Process Nursing: Functions, Roles, and Process Nursing: Functions, Roles, and Process Nursing is a vital and challenging profession that plays an essential role in the healthcare system. To understand this profession better, we need to analyze its key aspects: functions, roles, and processes. Functions of Nursing: Proactive: Nurses are proactive in…
Rheumatic Fever: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Rheumatic Fever: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Rheumatic Fever: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Rheumatic fever is an autoimmune disease, common in children, that occurs after a Streptococcus infection. The disease causes damage to many organs such as the heart, joints, nervous system, and skin. Clinical Manifestations: Arthritis: Arthritis in rheumatic…