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How should patients be prepared for an adrenalectomy?
Most aspects of preparation are the same as in other major operations. In addition, hormone imbalances are often a major challenge. Whenever possible, physicians will try to correct hormone imbalances.
How does gamma ray therapy not harm patients?
Gamma rays are harmful, but the point is that the treatment should harm the cancer tumor more than it does the general health of the patient, so that there is an overall benefit.
How should patients be prepared for a transvaginal ultrasound?
There is no special preparation required by a woman before a transvaginal ultrasound. She can continue to take medications prescribed by her health care provider, although she should not drink liquids for four hours before the test.
What is complementary therapy used for?
Complementary therapy is and should only be used with regular medical therapy. It is not suppose to be used as a replacement or instead of standard medical care.
What precautions should patients undergoing a laminectomy take?
patients should refrain from medications and activities as deemed appropriate by the anesthesiologist and surgeon. These precautions can include avoidance of blood thinners such as Advil or Motrin
How should patients be prepared for photocoagulation therapy?
Preparation for photocoagulation therapy consists of eye drops that dilate the pupil of the eye and numb the eye itself. The laser treatment is painless, although some patients require additional anesthetic for sensitivity to the laser light.
Who should not have cymatic therapy?
Patients with cardiac pacemakers are advised to avoid this therapy.
When is oxygen therapy not appropriate?
Patients and family members who smoke should not have oxygen prescribed or should avoid smoking in the area to prevent combustion. Sedatives should be avoided for patients on oxygen therapy.
What risks exist for the patient in undergoing magnetic field therapy?
Consumers should adopt a "let the buyer beware" approach to magnetic therapy. Persons who are interested in this form of treatment should try out a small, inexpensive item to see if it works for them before investing in
What is involved in Gerson therapy?
The central theory of the Gerson therapy is fresh juices, which should be drunk immediately after they are prepared.
How should patients be prepared for immunoelectrophoresis?
This test requires a blood sample.
Who should not have chest drainage therapy?
Chest drainage therapy is not done if a collapsed lung is not life-threatening. It also should be avoided for patients who have blood clotting problems.
How should patients be prepared for an analanine aminotransferase test?
No special preparations are necessary for this test.
How are patients prepared in the intensive care unit?
The initial workup should be coordinated by the attending ICU staff (intensivist and ICU nurse specialist), pharmacists (for medications and IV fluid therapy), and respiratory therapists for stabilization, improvement, or continuation of cardiopulmon.
How should patients be prepared for a hyperbaric chamber?
No special preparation is needed to use a hyperbaric chamber other than educating patients about what to expect during treatment.
How should patients be prepared for a breast self-examination?
Before beginning a monthly BSE, a woman's breasts should be completely exposed.
How is abulia treated?
There are no specific treatments for abulia. The underlying condition should be treated such as administering antidepressants or electroconvulsive therapy to depressed patients or antipsychotic medications to schizophrenic patients.
