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The most common cause of airway obstruction in any patient - supine or not - is the tongue. This is why the first maneuver that should be performed on a patient not breathing is the head-tilt/chin-lift or the jaw thrust. This is to help clear the tongue from the airway and may allow the person to breathe again.

37.4 lbs

The formula to convert kg to lbs:

17 kg*

2.2046 lbs

1 kg

=

37.47858457 lbs

Plasma, in blood, is 90% water, and the rest is stuff like glucose, dissolved proteins, mineral ions, carbon dioxide, hormones and clotting factors. This is the type of plasma which is in blood, not the sort that you find in plasma TV'sor the ionised gas called plasma.

If you are asking what triage means it is the method used by emergency medical staff both out in the field (EMT) as well as in ED in hospital. It is how patients are are graded regarding the severity of their condition, from something very minor and non-life threatening through to something very serious and life-threatening. EMT's in assessing casualties also grade patients who are unlikely to survive inspite of medical intervention and of course those who are already dead. It is meant to ensure that the patients who need intervention the most get it first, more minor things can wait.

I have been having the same thing, and have searched and searched. Finally I found something besides the usual IBS that makes sense for all of our symptoms. =D Hope it helps!

What are endometriosis symptoms?

Most women who have endometriosis, in fact, do not have symptoms. Of those who do experience symptoms, the common symptoms are pain (usually pelvic) and infertility. Pelvic pain usually occurs during or just before menstruation and lessens after menstruation. Some women experience pain or cramping with intercourse, bowel movements and/or urination. Even pelvic examination by a doctor can be painful. The pain intensity can change from month to month, and vary greatly among women. Some women experience progressive worsening of symptoms, while others can have resolution of pain without treatment.

Pelvic pain in women with endometriosis depends partly on where the implants of endometriosis are located. Deeper implants and implants in areas with many pain-sensing nerves may be more likely to produce pain. The implants may produce substances that circulate in the bloodstream and cause pain. Lastly, pain can result when endometriosis implants form scars. There is no relationship between severity of pain and how widespread the endometriosis is (the "stage" of endometriosis).

Endometriosis can be one of the reasons for infertility in otherwise healthy couples. When laparoscopic examinations are performed for infertility evaluations, endometrial implants can be found in some of these patients, many of whom may not have painful symptoms of endometriosis. The reasons for a decrease in fertility are not completely understood, but might be due to both anatomic and hormonal factors. The presence of endometriosis may involve masses of tissue or scarring (adhesions) within the pelvis that may distort normal anatomical structures, such as Fallopian tubes, which transport the eggs from the ovaries. Alternatively, endometriosis may affect fertility through the production of hormones and other substances that have a negative effect on ovulation, fertilization of the egg, and/or implantation of the embryo.

Other symptoms related to endometriosis include lower abdominal pain, diarrhea and/or constipation, low back pain, irregular or heavy menstrual bleeding, or even blood in the urine. Rare symptoms of endometriosis include chest pain or coughing blood due to endometriosis in the lungs, headache and/or seizures due to endometriosis in the brain.

It could be due to underlying vision problems such as a lazy eye or uncorrected refractive errors like nearsightedness or farsightedness. Crossed eyes can also be caused by muscle imbalances or certain medical conditions. It's best to consult with an eye care professional for a proper evaluation and treatment.

Shear describes a force when layers are being shifted across each other. As an example, imagine rubbing your palms against each other. Shearing forces on the skin become more important as we age, because change in our skin structure make it easier for the skin layers to separate from one another.

If this is a consistent occurrence, then its time to see an Ophthalmologist. Do this immediately, your I sight is to important for you to procrastinate getting help. Don't panic, just do it, and do it now.

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As your temperature goes up, so will your heart rate. Your blood pressure may go up, at first, but will eventually go down, in response to your rapid heart rate. As your blood pressure drops (it may go very low, esp. if you experience shaking chills), your respiratory rate will go up in an attempt to oxygenate all of your body's cells.

The average height of an adult male in China is around 5 feet 7 inches (170 cm), while the average height of an adult female is around 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm). These averages can vary slightly depending on region and other factors.

The two pulse points are the radial pulse, located on the wrist at the radial artery, and the carotid pulse, located in the neck at the carotid artery.

I am not too sure about Resveratrol extracted from different types of grapes; I know that they are the best when they come from red grapes. When it comes to anti aging, Resveratrol supplements are an ideal remedy to combat age related diseases. I do know that Resveratrol supplements are up to 500 times more effective than grapes in yielding anti-aging results.

an object can become lodged in it (as is the case in choking). or an allergic reaction called anaphylaxis can occur to a variety of substances (legal or illegal drugs, foods, dyes, plants, etc.) and the person's airway becomes inflammed, swelling to the point that air cannot pass through and the person's airway is then obstructed.

Infants have increased respiratory rates compared to adults because their lungs are smaller and less efficient at exchanging oxygen, requiring more frequent breaths to meet their metabolic needs. Additionally, infants have underdeveloped respiratory control centers in the brain, leading to a faster respiratory rate to maintain proper oxygen levels.

The illness experience is described and analyzed according to the following five stages demarcating critical transition and decision-making points in medical care and behavior; (1) symptom-experience; (2) assumption of the sick role; (3) medical care contact; (4) dependent-patient role; (5) recovery or rehabilitation. Each stage is found to present new problems and to require different kinds of decisions and medical actions. The data support the general proposition that the behavior of the sick individual is dictated by both social and medical considerations. In most cases, the pathways and routines established by the formal medical system appear to function quite smoothly.

The slowest way to die could involve a prolonged illness or condition that progresses over time, such as certain types of cancer or organ failure. In these cases, the body gradually weakens and deteriorates, leading to a slow decline in health and eventual death.

There is no verifiable information regarding a person named Tiny LaVonda being buried in a child's casket or having their body donated to a museum. This seems to be a fictional or fabricated scenario as it involves unusual and sensitive details.

Breast stiffness or tenderness before periods can be due to hormonal changes, particularly an increase in estrogen and progesterone levels. These hormones can cause the breast tissues to swell and retain fluid, leading to feelings of discomfort or fullness. This is a common symptom known as premenstrual breast tenderness and usually resolves once menstruation begins.

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Helen Keller made a significant impact by overcoming the challenges of being deaf and blind, becoming a symbol of resilience and determination. She advocated for people with disabilities and raised awareness about deaf-blindness. Through her writings and lectures, she inspired many to persevere in the face of adversity.

Biochemistry is the study of the chemical processes within living organisms. By studying these processes, it may become possible to duplicate the processes and make them more efficient, leading to increased longevity.

The sign that you might see after a girl loses her virginity is vaginal bleeding. This does not happen to all girls, but when it does, it just means that the hymen was torn.

Generally anything under 95 F is considered life-threatening and rewarming should be by medical supervision. A healthy adult can withstand temperature drop much more than can the elderly or children. Infants and neonates are notorious for hypothermia, especially in the case of childbirth outside the hospital. Heart dysrhythmias are common as the core body temperature drops, and medical intervention (Paramedics/Emergency Room) can mean the difference between life and death. Please don't take risks with your length of exposure to cold. One of the first signs of hypothermia is an altered level of consciousness, occasionally manifesting as an unwillingness to move from the cold environment.