Syncope

Perfusion is a vital component to our everyday living. The definition of perfusion is the process of the body delivering blood to a capillary bed in its biological tissue (Merriam-Webster, 2015). This process helps our blood that caries oxygen get to our vital organs in the body, such as, the brain, lungs, and to our extremities. When our perfusion is compromised however, our blood cannot complete its task and get the oxygen to the parts of our body that need it. If the body does not have a key…

A RANDOMIZED, PLACEBO-CONTROLLED, CARDIOVASCULAR RESPONSE COMPARISON OF UNILATERAL POSTERIOR-TO-ANTERIORLY DIRECTED MOBILIZATION OF THE NECK IN PAIN-FREE ADULTS BACKGROUND Neck pain is a prevalent malady, ranking fourth most burdensome disease worldwide, which results in considerable functional and economic implications (Vos et al., 2010). Joint mobilization (JM) is widely acknowledged as an effective intervention; and UPA is an entry-level form of JM commonly used by physiotherapists globally.…

Pertussis Pathophysiology Pertussis is an extremely contagious respiratory infection that is usually referred to as “whooping cough”. This is a respiratory disease that is caused by the organism Bordetella pertussis this is a gram- negative bacteria that is transmitted only from human to human. Pertussis is transmitted through droplets up to 3 weeks after the cough has started if untreated. After it is inhaled the organism attaches itself to the ciliated respiratory epithelial cells that are in…

which prompted his wife to call EMS (emergency medical service). On 4/29/15 at 1:32 pm, EMS brought Mr. Green to the emergency department of Saint Francis Hospital. On 4/29/15 at 1:32 pm, RN Arnold documented that Mr. Green had a chief complaint of syncope just prior to falling and bumping into the wall. RN Arnold documented Mr. Green’s last seen normal was 30 minutes ago and Mr. Green had left-sided hemiparesis (weakness on one side of the body). On 4/29/15 at 2:07 pm, RN Paul documented…

Cardiovascular disease is one of the most prevalent chronic diseases and the leading cause of death in the United States. Every year about 1 million Americans die due to cardiovascular related problems, which is about 42% of total death per year. Cardiovascular disease is the disease of heart and vascular system of the human body that includes narrowing down or blocking of blood vessels (arteries, veins and capillaries) that can lead to range of diseases such as coronary artery disease,…

In considering my lifetime goals, I have to discuss my past experiences in order for the Admission Committee to have insight into my journey to achieve academic excellence with the ultimate goal of becoming a part of the medical community. As far as I can remember, I always wanted to be part of the medical community; I believe that this quest started from my mother’s womb. The reason for this statement is because my mother experienced two great losses during her pregnancy with me; the loss of…

Based on Trevor’s symptomology, he is currently experiencing neuroleptic malignant syndrome that is an adverse reaction to anti-psychotic medications and anti-depressant medications (Benzer, 256). Trevor is currently unconscious thus; describing an adverse reaction to the medications he currently has taken copious amounts of (Benzer, 256). From a pathophysiological standpoint, there is a decreased amount of dopamine receptors, due to an initial blockade, and a decreased performance from the…

When the heart pumps blood through the blood vessels, the blood pushes against the walls of your blood vessels, and such a force is defined as blood pressure. Blood pressure represents the rises and falls with the phases of the heartbeat, and the heart is at its highest during systole and at rest during diastole. The systolic pressure is the measurement of when the heart muscle contracts to force blood through the arteries, while the diastolic pressure is the measurement of when the heart is at…

not implanted until 1960. The three most common pacemakers implanted are the single-chamber pacemakers, dual-chamber pacemakers, and biventricular pacemakers (“common”). These three pacemakers can be used to treat heart disease, heart failure, and syncope (fainting…

sex partners within the last six months with occasional condom use. LMP: 11/01/2015, menstrual cycle x 3 days with no heavy bleeding; Musculoskeletal: Denies joint or back pain, stiffness, or family history of osteoporosis; Neurological: Denies syncope episodes, seizures, paralysis, parethesis, or weakness; Heme/Lymph/Endo: Denies HIV testing or known status, previous blood transfusions, swollen glands, increased thirst, or intolerance to heat or cold; Psychiatric: Denies suicidal ideation,…