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Modified Barium Swallow Modified Barium Swallows also simply deemed MBS’s are fluoroscopic procedures used to determine the underlying cause of impaired swallowing (dysphasia). The Modified Barium Swallow study will help determine a treatment option for people who are having difficulty swallowing or aspirating. The procedure is painless and not at all time consuming. The study consists of swallowing different consistencies of a radiopaque agent called Barium and at the conclusion of the exam…

Got milk? Hopefully so because osteoporosis is the most common type of bone disease, affecting over 200 million people worldwide. It involves the loss of bone mass and mineral content which causes the bones to become fragile and brittle. This leads to a higher risk of fractures, or breaks and cracks, than in normal bone. Literally, the word “osteoporosis” translates to “porous bones,” and occurs when excessive bone is lost, inadequate bone is produced, or a combination of both. Living with…

First argument: Video. “Republican chokes up at Gay Marriage Debate in Washington.” Posted by Chris Cunningham on February 9, 2102. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRmw1Su21iw In the video “Republican chokes up at Gay Marriage Debate in Washington”, Republican State Representative Maureen Walsh, representing the 16th district of Walla Walla, speaks in support of legalizing same-sex marriages in front of her colleagues during a debate in Washington DC. Maureen Walsh supports same-sex marriage…

even bleeding. Massage therapy can also relieve muscular tension that may be radiating pain. According to the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) those with lupus should avoid massage therapy modalities that increase inflammation. Contraindications means massage therapy is not…

Pediatric Congenital Heart Conditions There are several pediatric congenital heart conditions that can occur and it is important as practitioners that each can be recognized as not to delay treatment. This article speaks of three different types of congenital heart conditions; the presentation, exam, diagnosis, treatment, and any long term effects for the patients. Patent Ductus Arteriosus In utero the ductus arteriosus connects the aorta and pulmonary artery. It allows blood to flow from the…

Ethical Issue-Family Presence in the ER Definition Family presence is an important consideration in the health care setting, specifically in the emergency room. Family presence is the ability of a family member to have contact with a patient in a health care area during resuscitation or emergency procedures (İşlekdemir & Kaya, 2016, p. 39). Resuscitation is the process health care providers utilize to sustain life and prevent further deterioration (Leske, McAndrew & Brasel, 2013, p. 78). Family…

Introduction Chronic Myeloid Leukaemia is a type of cancer that occurs when bone marrow produces too many leucocytes (white blood cells) . This over production of leucocytes occurs when they grow uncontrollably by overcoming the cell regulation cycle. Cells not undergoing the regulation cycle continue to divide without dying ,causing an overcrowding of cells, hence, forming a tumour in bone marrow. The tumour can become an even more serious issue when the cancer cells from a tumour spreads to…

Asthma is characterized by the pathological changes in the submucosal glands, the increase of smooth muscle composition and hardening of the lamina reticularis; due to the recurrent inflammation and overproduction of mucus in the airways (Holgate & Sly, 2014). The inflammatory response is highly associated with the clinical symptoms of wheezing, coughing, short of breath and chest tightness (Cosio, Rosado & Rossi, 2012). The objectives of this essay is to discuss the pathophysiology of asthma,…

Introduce the agency Today, as a leading behavioral health agency, Beech Brook serves more than 24,000 children, teens, and families each year. From prevention and early intervention programs to intensive treatment for the most seriously disturbed youth, Beech Brook continues to pursue its mission of healing troubled children and strengthening families (Beech Brook, 2015). Discuss Client System As a leading behavioral health agency headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Beech Brook is…

Introduction A Critical Review of Kuyken, Willem, et al. "Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of mindfulness-based cognitive therapy compared with maintenance antidepressant treatment in the prevention of depressive relapse or recurrence (PREVENT): a randomised controlled trial." The Lancet (2015). Based on a previous pilot study, a randomised controlled trial which compared the clinical efficacy and cost effectiveness of MBCT-TS with is maintenance antidepressants (m-ADM) was conducted in the…