Perineum

she was friends with Ripper victims Mary Ann Nichols and Annie Chapman, and presented a danger. Smith was threatened then beaten up. The beating was particularly brutal and a stick or blunt object was pushed forcibly into her vagina, tearing her perineum; she died in hospital the following day from her Injuries. Smith, shortly before she slipped into a coma and died, claimed she was assaulted by three or possibly four men, one a youth of about…

1. Describe the function of the scrotum in protecting the testes from temperature fluctuations. Scrotum is an external sex organ. The scrotum is a pouch like structure made up of skin. It has 2 main functions. It protects the testis and maintains 2-3oc temperature lower than body temperature, which is very important for spermatogenesis. The scrotum also contains numerous blood vessels and nerves. The cremaster muscle present in the scrotum contracts and pulls scrotum closer to the body whenever…

“Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) describes a chronic idiopathic relapsing and remitting disorder of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract characterised by GI inflammation” (Bettany, Gardiner, 2013). Crohn’s disease is a type of inflammatory bowel disease that affects a portion of the gastrointestinal tract. According to Elaine Cronin, CD is an idiopathic, chronic, transmural process of the bowel, in which 90% of patients have involvement of the terminal ileum. Inflammation extends through the entire…

Interpretting CTG’s is a competence I am still developing and admit I need to focus on. Aided by my new knowledge of the ‘criteria’ for a good CTG based on the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (n.d) education programe, I worked systematically with Amanda through the trace. I clearly articulated what I thought, paying attention to the DR C BRAVADO nuemonic (COMPETENCE, COMMUNICATION). During this time I also included Ellise by tailoring my communication…

term that is used to describe a group of symptoms that affects ones’ memory, thinking and social abilities, and abilities to perform daily activities (Mayo Clinic Staff, 2016). She may have been neglecting her personal hygiene entirely, wiping her perineum incorrectly after urination, or simply neglecting to realize and acknowledge the burning sensation that comes with a basic…

It is important to make an accurate diagnosis in this case as the risk of severe illness and treatment varies between an uncomplicated and a complicated UTI.1 The absent of classical presentation of loin pain and rigors would make acute pyelonephritis very unlikely. She was also haemodynamically stable on examination and showed no signs of urosepsis. Hence, based on this patient’s complaint of dysuria, frequency and suprapubic pain accompanied by urinalysis findings of leucocytes and nitrites;…

Introduction Necrotizing Fasciitis is known as a “flesh-eating” bacterium that can destroy skin, fat, and the tissue covering a person’s muscles. Studies have shown that there are many different factors that come into play for contracting this disease and multiple risks that can put someone at a higher chance for getting it. In addition, there are various treatment options depending on the severity of the condition and different outcomes. This infection, although rare, can be extremely helpful…

Normal flora is the colonisation of human tissues by a diverse mixture of microorganisms. This colonisation begins at birth with pioneer species, depending on physiochemical factors. The normal flora inhibits the skin, oral cavity, upper respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, urogenital and conjunctival membranes. They are commensal bacteria; getting shelter and nourishment from the host without causing harm (Gould, 2012). To a healthy individual, most normal flora is harmless, however some…

On 10-7-14, PT Wilcox documented that Mr. Durland reported he hadn’t taken any pain medication since he was last in. Pt Wilcox documented improved tissue mobility in the UGT (upper gluteal tendon) today. On 10-13-14, Chiropractor, D.C. Bogan…

Postnatal period is the Latin word which means “After birth”. It starts immediately after birth and last for six weeks. Postnatal period usually referred as fourth stage of pregnancy. Canadian women spend 2 days in hospital after normal vaginal birth. After C-section, hospital stay is for 3-4 days (Public Health Agency of Canada, 2009). Nurse must be competent enough in caring for both mother and infant and teaches information in short time. Nurse starts preparing mother and family in immediate…