Pneumothorax

Introduction Patient care is of fundamental importance to a radiographer. They have to be empathetic, reassuring, as well as gaining their patients trust as quickly as possible. In this assignment it will be discussed how patient care is crucial for a 45 year old female patient. The radiographer’s technique will have to be adapted to suit the specific needs of that patient. Care of this patient will be considered under the following headings: Communication, consent, patient dignity, health…

Use of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Pain Management Kevin Cates Hypothesis: TCM is an effective choice in pain management, specifically chronic pain and psychogenic pain of the lower back area. Chronic Pain and Pain Management: Chronic pain is a major health issue in our modern day society. It causes immense suffering for patients and their families, drains public health care resources and is a major detriment to society due to lost work productivity. Current western medical treatments are…

QUESTIONS 1. Discuss the pathophysiology of coronary artery atherosclerosis. Include discussion of risk factors associated with the development of this disease. (10 points) Coronary artery atherosclerosis is most commonly comprised of atherosclerotic fibrous fatty obstructions of the large epicardial vessels, which provide for blood flow and transport nutrients, oxygen, and elimination of metabolic waste products such as CO2, lactic acid, and hydrogen ions. Coronary artery atherosclerosis…