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Prevention of Nosocomial Infections Class Description: The course will provide the students with a solid foundation in understanding the concepts of prevention of the nosocomial infections; including the risk factors and methods of prevention and will be able to employ the knowledge in the clinical setting. Student Outcomes: Upon completion of the class the students will be able to: • Describe nosocomial infections, including its etiology, risk factors, methods of prevention, and the…

Management of Central Lines Sarah Dunbar, Lourie Grijalva, Brittany Matthews, Megen Price, & Lauren Sapp Introduction According to the Joint Commission (2012, p. v), Central Venous Catheters (CVCs) are the most frequent cause of healthcare-associated bloodstream infections, and about 3 million are placed in the United States annually. A central line associated bloodstream infection (CLABSI) is an infection in the blood that develops as a result of introducing bacteria into these…

Alumina Dandruff is a state of hair scalp form that causes peeling white or yellow scales. It is also clinically phrased as seborrhea dermatitis of the mysterious cause. Greasy skin is frequently connected with this trouble. A lot of people have this setback which is distinct by burning and excessive peeling of the scalp. It is not infectious, infrequently serious and it can frequently be restricted. A homeopathic treatment for dandruff may be fruitful to combat this problem • Causes of…

Erysipelas Erysipelas is an infection that affects the skin and the tissues near the surface of the skin. It causes the skin to become red, swollen, and painful. The infection is most common on the legs but may also affect other areas, such as the face. With treatment, the infection usually goes away in a few days. If not treated, the infection can spread or lead to other problems, such as abscesses. CAUSES Erysipelas is caused by bacteria. Most often, it is caused by bacteria called…

Meningitis is an infection that causes swelling of the meninges, the membrane that covers and protects the brain and spinal cord that can be viral, bacterial and even fungal but very rare. It is most commonly a viral infection first followed by bacterial infection. Viral Meningitis is a mild form and can clear up on it's own and is caused by a group of viruses known as enteroviruses. These viruses can be spread through food, water, or contaminated objects. Several strains of bacteria can cause…

Introduction: Sparse evidence outline whose infections are responsible for hospital admission in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Their location, severity and prognosis are unknown. Our aim was to characterize infections requiring hospitalization in MS patients. Methods: We performed a retrospective study of MS patients admitted to our hospital between 2006 and 2014. We collected information about MS characteristics, location and severity of infection, need for Intermediate/Intensive Care Units (ICU)…

Cellulitis is an inflammatory condition of the skin and fat tissue (subcutaneous tissue). Cellulitis can occur on any part of the body, but there are more reported cases in the lower limbs. Cellulitis is caused by bacteria. The two most common bacteria that causes cellulitis are streptococci and staphylococci and normally found on the surface of the surface of the skin. The bacteria causing cellulitis has to have a route of entering into the skin which is normally caused by a break in the skin…

The answer to the question of whether or not to use a blackhead remover for acne care is yes, and no. If the device is used properly and kept sanitary, then the answer is yes; otherwise, you could do more harm than good. A blackhead remover will help you with your acne care. Do Not Dig at Your Face We have all seen the blackheads and we all want them out of our face as fast as possible, so finding a blackhead remover for your acne care is very important. Digging at your face with your fingers…

Necrotizing fasciitis is a form of soft tissue infection that can destroy the tissue in your skin as well as your muscles and the tissue under your skin. Necrotizing fasciitis is usually caused by an infection with group A Streptococcus, and usually called a “flesh-eating bacteria.” This is the fastest moving kind of the infection. When this infection is caused by other types of bacteria, it typically doesn’t spread and grow as quickly and isn’t as dangerous. While A Streptococcus is the most…

Seborrheic Dermatitis Overview- The seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin disease that mainly affects the scalp, causing itching, flaking, redness and persistent dandruff. In infants seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp is known as cradle cap. The disease can also affect the face, chest, back and other parts of the body where the concentration of sebaceous glands is greater. Seborrheic dermatitis has no effect on the patient's state of health, but it can make him uncomfortable and embarrassing…