Arteries of the head and neck

eat, sleep, and breathe soccer. I sure hoped that all my hard work would be translated into a big win that day. As I readied myself for the refs whistle to announce the start of the game, the hair on my neck stood straight up, and the adrenaline rushed through my body, filling every vein and artery. Transformed from a 12 year-old-girl into a soccer warrior ready for the battle ahead, I told myself; keep your goals simple: get to the ball first, win all your one v. ones, pass the ball…

• Stroke is also frequently caused by brain bleeds or hemorrhage. • Risk factors include high blood pressure, advanced age, high cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, and history of previous stroke or heart attack. • Diagnosis is usually confirmed with a head CT or MRI. • Complications of stroke include permanent disability, inability to walk or perform daily activities, pneumonia, memory loss and changes in behavior. • Brain bleeds may require immediate surgery to stop the hemorrhage and prevent…

heart rate are the initial simple exam techniques that provide the doctor with clues about the health of the heart. The basic electrocardiogram (also known as EKG or ECG), an electrical recording of the heart action, aids in the diagnosis of coronary artery disease, valves disorders, arrhythmias, heart blocks and myocardial infarction. Echocardiogram, also known as ultra-sound cardiography, is a noninvasive procedure that examines the size, shape and motion of the heart structures, like valves…

and a nitroglycerin patch (Nitro-Dur). The ECG revealed that the distal two thirds of the left ventricle were akinetic, and his cardiac catheterization revealed that he had an 80% occlusion of the left coronary artery and severe diffuse disease of the left anterior descending coronary artery. Physical Examination Height. Mr. Borg stands 5 feet 11 inches tall. Weight. Mr. Borg weighs 210 pounds. Vital signs. His vital signs are as follows,…

Fast food has changed the world, but is that actually a good thing? Though fast food companies provides jobs and fast food is convenient for busy people, it has a negative effect on society in many ways. In the non fiction text, “McJobs”, by Eric Schlosser, the author gives insight on what really happens behind the scenes of your favorite fast food restaurants. He reveals how workers are treated, and the way that the “delicious” food is really made. Also, he shows how much fast food had…

studies of the human anatomy. Da Vinci did many studies, but some of the ones that have been most fascinating to me are his studies of the anatomy of the heart, cranium, facial musculature, musculature of the legs and larynx, womb, shoulder, and the neck. Beyond these studies were many of…

For example, the dental hygienist can use the panoramic radiograph to see carotid artery calcification. After identifying the abnormality the patient will be recommended to see their primary care physician and have the condition evaluated. Knowing the way a radiograph should look is essential, so that the hygienist does not miss anything…

Q-1. Describe the function of hemoglobin in blood and describe how pH can affect the function of hemoglobin and the amount of oxygen in blood. Be sure to relate the lab results you obtained to this discussion. Hemoglobin’s main function is to carry oxygen throughout the human body. As the oxygen molecule is dissolved in the blood it combines with hemoglobin forming oxyhemoglobin. Oxygen released from oxyhemoglobin increases as the blood pH levels decreases. Deoxyhemoglobin can also bind to the…

This case study was performed remembering the ultimate objective to support and appreciate the unmistakable characteristics of CVA and its signs and symptoms. The focus of this case study will be on hemorrhagic strokes. A cerebrovascular accident (CVA) or stroke is caused by an acute lack of blood supply to part of the cerebrum. There are two major types of stroke: ischemic, in which a blockage (a blood clot) diminishes or ends blood stream, and hemorrhagic, in which bleeding in the brain…

below the neck, as this may spill the contents of specific organs into the abdominal cavity and cause…