Shortness of breath

changes in the baseline vitals, the nurse can then take measures to provide the appropriate care. Prioritizing is the nurses main duty in each and every patient she treats, it can literally mean life or death. If a patient came into the ER with shortness of breath, checking their pulse first would not be the priority and can potentially harm the patient if the assessment is not done correctly. Airway, breathing and circulation are always top priority, especially in a patient experiencing…

The most common symptom related to anemia is feeling very tired and weak. Other signs and symptoms of anemia include jaundice, shortness of breath, leg ulcers, coldness in the hands and feet, and headaches (Makani, Ofori-Acquah, Nnodu, Wonkam, Ohene, 2013). Another common side effect to having this disease is having sudden bursts of pain throughout the body. This pain is known as sickle…

What is kidney failure? Kidney failure, also called end-stage renal disease. When someone’s kidney function gets below a certain point, it is called kidney failure. Kidney failure is when someone’s body cannot filter wastes from the blood. Kidney failure can make someone feel very ill and if it is left untreated it can be life-threatening. Kidney failure is life changing, it can be deadly and sometimes it can be treatable or…

Lung Cancer is a common disease which affects millions of people each year. Lung cancer begins when cells in the lung change and grow uncontrollably, forming a mass called a tumor, a lesion, or a nodule (Cancer.Net 1). Lung Cancer is the leading cause of death among cancers, and the second most diagnosed cancer in both men and women. Cigarette smoking is the number one cause of lung cancer. Lung Cancer also can be caused by types of tobacco, pipes, or cigars and being exposed to substances such…

arteries that provide vital oxygen and nutrients to the heart. It occurs generally due to the settling down of excess cholesterol in the arteries, narrowing and blocking the space through which the blood flows. It leads to pain in the chest, shortness of breath and also becomes the cause of heart…

What is Meth Mouth? “Meth Mouth” is a term used to describe the mouth of a methamphetamine user because of the extensive tooth decay that often occurs with the use of this drug. Using meth can cause decay to the point that the teeth cannot be saved and must be pulled or extracted. It’s also linked to tooth fracture, acid erosion, and other oral problems. Methamphetamine is also known as meth, crystal, crank, speed, glass, ice and dope. The main ingredients of methamphetamines are Lithium, ether…

The Risk Factors: There are many risk factors linked and caused by cardiovascular disease some include- aging, sex, family history, smoking, poor diet, high blood pressure, cholesterol, stress, diabetes, obesity, and poor hygiene. Risk factors such as genetics or family history are things that you cannot change. Although it can’t be changed you can certainly fix your environment to help out. Things that you can change, if you notice you do these things, it is never too late to change your diet…

Patient Interview Paper The chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a progressive and mostly irreversible deteriorating condition of the function of the lung and disease of heterogeneous with comorbidities. According to World Health Organization (WHO, 2015) the COPD is going to be the third leading cause of death by 2030 and estimated approximately 80 million in worldwide. This is the general term used to explain the numeral conditions inclusive of chronic bronchitis and emphysema. The…

be stored in the refrigerator and used within 6 hours. Side effects include black tarry stools, chest pain, chills, cough, diarrhea, fever, flu-like symptoms, headache, joint pain, muscle aches, nausea, pain, difficult or painful urination, shortness of breath, ulcers in mouth, swollen glands, unusual bleeding or bruising, and tiredness or weakness. Contraindications for…

Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble compound similar to glucose. Although fairly stable in acidic solution, it is usually the least stable of the vitamins and is very sensitive to light, heat and air, which stimulate the activity of oxidative enzymes. A very important function of the vitamin C is to maintain activity in the collagen, a protein necessary for the formation of the connective tissue of the skin, ligaments and bones. Vitamin C plays an important role in the…