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Why is MMR vaccine not given to people with measles?
Because it's designed as a preventative measure - not a treatment ! The purpose of the MMR inoculation - is to make the body build up resistance to the diseases BEFORE the 'patient' contracts the illnesses. It is not intended as a treatment AFTER the patient gets ill.
What must you do if you have German measles and you are pregnant?
First and foremost, you need to contact your obstetrician. Treatment is dependent upon which trimester the patient is in. German measles are a very significant condition during pregnancy because it can attack the central nervous system and cause birth defects.
How is measles treated in alternative medicine?
There are a variety of general measures that can be taken to treat measles and help the patient feel more comfortable.
If a patient has measles why would antibiotics not work?
Antibiotics can only work against bacterium, whereas measles are caused by a virus.
What is the treatment for prion disease?
There is no specific treatment for prion diseases such as Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease. Treatment focuses on managing symptoms, providing supportive care, and making the patient as comfortable as possible. Research is ongoing to develop potential treatments.
Can you charge a patient for continuous treatments for wart removal?
Yes, if the service is provided per session instead of as part of an overall treatment.
Can a pca apply a hotpack?
Yes, a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) can apply a hot pack, provided they are trained and authorized to do so within their scope of practice. The PCA should follow the facility's protocols for heat application, ensuring the patient's safety and comfort. It's important to assess the patient's skin and monitor for any adverse reactions during the treatment. Always consult with a licensed healthcare professional if there are any concerns.
What is a better form of drug treatment residential or out patient?
I think in-patient drug treatment id better than out-patient.
Can you have chickenpox and German measles at same time?
This is just possible theoretically. But it should be very rare in practice to have such patient.
Why did the doctor not file the insurance claim?
The doctor did not file the insurance claim because the patient's insurance policy did not cover the specific treatment or service provided.
You're in the room when Dr Jones and the patient discuss a proposed treatment What would you listen for in the conversation to determine if the patient gave informed consent?
Did the patient demonstrably know: * What the treatment was for? (The ailment or condition). * What are the various phases of the treatment? * How long will the process take. * Risks * Changes as a result of the treatment, temporary and permanent. * Prognosis * Was the patient allowed to ask questions? * Did the patient acknowledge the above and still consent to the procedure?
How do you get the measles?
Specific treatment for measles has not been discovered. The patient will recover within a week without using any vaccine.To reduce the fever or pain acetaminophen (paracetamol) may be used. For prevention purposes vaccine is administered to the children of 18 months with sencond dose before age of 4 or 5 years.
