Placenta Previa: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Placenta Previa: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Placenta Previa: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, and Care Placenta previa is a condition where the placenta does not attach to the fundus of the uterus, but rather attaches partially or completely to the lower segment of the uterus and cervix. Classification: Central…
Physiology of the Nervous System Physiology of the Nervous System Physiology of the Nervous System # I. Anatomical Division of the Nervous System 1. Central Nervous System (Neuron cell body): Brain Spinal cord 2. Peripheral Nervous System (Axons): 12 pairs of cranial nerves: connect the brain to sensory and motor organs in the head and…
Physiology of Labor: Comprehensive Questions & Answers Physiology of Labor: Comprehensive Questions & Answers Physiology of Labor: Comprehensive Questions & Answers I. Knowledge Level Questions: 1. Choose the CORRECT statement regarding uterine contractions during labor: C. They typically originate from a uterine corner and spread throughout the uterus. 2. Regarding pain symptoms of uterine contractions…
Physiology of Labor: A Basic Overview Physiology of Labor: A Basic Overview Physiology of Labor: A Basic Overview Labor is the process by which a woman’s body prepares to give birth. It is divided into three main stages: the cervical dilation stage, the pushing stage, and the placental delivery stage. Cervical Dilation Stage (Stage 1):…
Phthisis – Tuberculosis: Recognition & Traditional Medicine Treatment Phthisis – Tuberculosis: Recognition & Traditional Medicine Treatment Constitutional Weakness (CW) is a condition of nutritional deficiency leading to emaciation. CW Diagnosis: Lasts continuously for more than 6 months, does not subside with rest, and is not related to other diseases. Phthisis: A disease state due to…
Pharmacology K16 P2 – Answers and Explanations Pharmacology K16 P2 – Answers and Explanations Pharmacology K16 P2 – Answers and Explanations Question 60: Question: Which antibiotic causes gray syndrome in children? Answer: D. Chloramphenicol Explanation: Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that can be toxic to children, especially causing gray syndrome, a serious condition affecting the central…
Pharmacology K15 Compilation Pharmacology K15 Compilation Pharmacology K15 Compilation 1. Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) General principles of using NSAIDs: NSAIDs should be taken with or after meals. Contraindicated in patients with peptic ulcer disease. Do not use NSAIDs with vitamin K antagonists (Warfarin or Dicoumarol). Do not combine different NSAIDs. Side effects of Paracetamol: High…
Pharmacology – Anti-Tuberculosis and Leprosy Drugs Pharmacology – Anti-Tuberculosis and Leprosy Drugs Pharmacology – Anti-Tuberculosis and Leprosy Drugs Anti-tuberculosis drugs: Mechanism of action: Rifampicin: Binds to RNA polymerase, inhibiting RNA synthesis in bacteria. Isoniazid (INH): Interferes with mycolic acid synthesis, disrupting the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall. Pyrazinamide (PZA): Mycobacterium tuberculosis releases pyrazinamidase, transforming…
Pharmacoepidemiology – Basic Knowledge Pharmacoepidemiology – Basic Knowledge Pharmacoepidemiology – Basic Knowledge This article provides basic knowledge about pharmacoepidemiology, focusing on ethical principles in biomedical research and clinical trials. 1. Ethical Documents: The Declaration of Helsinki was issued by the World Medical Association (C). This document outlines the fundamental ethical principles in medical research, including…
Periodontium – Gums Anatomy Periodontium – Gums Anatomy Periodontium – Gums Anatomy Gums are a specialized part of the oral mucosa that covers the alveolar bone and surrounds the neck of the teeth. The gingival papilla is the gum located between teeth. The gums consist of the following main parts: free gingiva, attached gingiva, gingival…