Electrolyte

as jugular vein distention, bilateral lower extremity swelling, and hypertension. My patient went through several tests to aid in the diagnosis of heart failure. Tests included a complete cardiac workup including, blood draws to check for any electrolyte imbalance which may occur from heart failure. K.D.’s results were the following: Sodium 138, Potassium was not tested during admission, Chloride 108 which is slightly elevated with the normal range being 98-107, Calcium 9.0. Medical staff…

Ursavas, et. al, (2014) studied patients undergoing breast-conserving surgery for breast cancer. Physical and physiological mode indicators were based on nine requirements, which included, oxygenation, nutrition, fluid-electrolyte and acid balance including neurologic and endocrine function (Ursavas, et. al, 2014). Self-concept mode consisted of positive body image, spiritual integrity, functional self- respect and other categories that reflect the patients “thoughts, moral-ethics…

close attention to the dosage given. B-blockage such as spironolactone and digoxin should also be provided to help deal with the potential of heart failure. These medications should be titrated depending on patient’s weight, blood pressure, and electrolyte values. Oxygen administration is necessary to reduce shortness of breath and increase oxygen supply to the tissues (Cleland et al.,…

The researchers bathed the lambs in artificial amniotic fluid with electrolytes, connected to an oxygenator. Only one animal lived 108 hours with complications. This was not enough Over the months with the help of surgeon Emily Partridge and fetal physiologist Marcus Davey, they experimented again. This time, they used non…

Anorexia Versus Bulimia Anorexia and Bulimia are both eating disorders that are common among both men and woman. Anorexia is an eating disorder that affects women all over the world. Seeing yourself as twice the size you are, as well as common social pressure are the main causes for this disorder. Woman will consume fewer than 1,000 calories a day while excessively exercising to lose the nonexistent weight they are viewing in the mirror. Anorexia not only affects woman, but it can affect…

Canine parvovirus (CPV) enteritis is a common cause of acute, severe gastroenteritis in young dogs. Dogs at greatest risk are less than 6 months of age and either unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated for canine parvovirus. Dogs vaccinated with over-the-counter vaccines also appear to have a higher incidence of parvovirus likely due to ineffective vaccine or improper use. Early clinical signs of parvovirus enteritis include anorexia, lethargy, diarrhea and vomiting. Parvovirus enteritis has…

Bulimia Nervosa The diagnosis and treatment of Bulimia eating disorder can be a tough journey to face and overcome on a daily basis. The main obstacle that a person with an eating disorder will face on a daily basis is the way they feel about themselves and how society views them. While thinking that society is always judging negatively, this causing a person to feel so negative about themselves and their self-esteem begins to go down. This particular eating disorder is marked by binging,…

Patient should use of silica gel or air midsoles as well as polyester or blend (cotton-polyester) socks to prevent blisters and keep the feet dry to prevent trauma. Proper footwear is important and must be emphasized for individuals with vascular disease.17 Physical therapist must monitor closely for blisters and other potential damage to their feet, before and after exercise. 17 She has adhesive capsulitis and for that, Physical therapist check for sensation before treatment of hot modalities.…

Nursing Management of a Patient with Alcohol Withdrawal Stephan is a 25-year-old, 75 kg male who presents to the emergency department via paramedics after suffering a general tonic-clonic seizure during his first day at a local alcohol and drug rehabilitation facility. He was ordered by the county court to attend this inpatient treatment program following his second drunk driving violation in one year. The seizure lasted approximately one minute, and resolved spontaneously without drug…

• Complete a physical for patient including labs, hypoxemia, electrolytes, glucose, ammonia levels, BUN/Cr and a bone scan. • • Evaluate changes in patient because of Infection • Evaluate any balance impairments related to falls. Evaluate patient for gait, balance, and any neuropathies. • Check and Monitor high…