1) Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disease of the airways characterized by recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness, chest tightness, and coughing.
2) The inflammation is caused by a variety of inflammatory cells like mast cells, eosinophils, and T lymphocytes which release mediators that cause bronchoconstriction and airway hyperresponsiveness.
3) Symptoms of asthma include wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Diagnosis involves lung function tests and demonstration of improvement after bronchodilator treatment.
The document discusses various classes of beta-lactam antibiotics including penicillins and cephalosporins. It describes the structure and properties of different generations of penicillins and cephalosporins. Examples such as penicillin G, methicillin, cloxacillin, ampicillin, amoxicillin, piperacillin, and various cephalosporins are explained in terms of their antibacterial spectrum, pharmacological properties, clinical uses and adverse effects.
1) Tetracyclines are a class of broad spectrum antibiotics originally obtained from soil bacteria.
2) They work by inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria through preventing aminoacyl-tRNA from binding to the A site on the 30S ribosome.
3) Tetracyclines are effective against a variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria but have side effects like gastrointestinal upset, photosensitivity, and tooth staining.
1) The document discusses several antibiotics including tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, and macrolide antibiotics.
2) It describes how each antibiotic works, providing details on their mechanisms of action at the ribosomal level to inhibit bacterial protein synthesis.
3) For each antibiotic, it also summarizes their antimicrobial spectrum, pharmacokinetics, clinical uses, and common adverse effects.
Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It mainly affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and respiratory tract mucosa. There are three main types of leprosy - lepromatous, tuberculoid, and borderline. Diagnosis involves examination of skin and nerves to check for sensation loss in patches. Treatment depends on whether a patient has paucibacillary or multibacillary leprosy. Common drugs used include dapsone, clofazimine, and rifampin.
The endocrine system uses hormones to regulate various bodily functions including growth, development, reproduction, and homeostasis. Hormones are chemical signals produced in endocrine glands and transported via bloodstream to target tissues. They activate physiological responses by binding to cell surface or intracellular receptors. Common hormones include amines derived from amino acids, peptides and proteins, and steroids. Hormone levels are regulated by feedback loops involving the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. Endocrine disorders can result from hormone deficiencies or excesses.
The surgeon in this photo is transfusing donor islet cells into a diabetic patient. The islet cells may take residence in the pancreas and secrete insulin for the patient. This patient will never again need to inject insulin.
Medications That Affect The Endocrine SystemMandy McBride
This document discusses various medications that affect the endocrine system, including those related to diabetes and adrenocortical hormones. It provides information on insulin, types of diabetes, oral anti-diabetic drugs, diabetic ketoacidosis, thyroid and adrenocortical drugs, glucocorticoids and their effects on body systems, and mineralocorticoids. The document was created by Amanda McBride and contains detailed information on the uses, actions, adverse effects and nursing considerations for these various endocrine-related medications.
The endocrine system is composed of hormone-releasing organs that maintain homeostasis by releasing chemicals called hormones into the bloodstream. The hypothalamus and pituitary gland control the endocrine system. Hormones have broader response times than neurotransmitters in the nervous system. Endocrine drugs include natural, semi-synthetic, and synthetic hormones used for replacement therapy, treatment of disorders, and diagnosis. Examples discussed include hypothalamic-pituitary hormones like growth hormone, ACTH, TSH, and gonadotropins; steroid hormones; and thyroid hormones.
The document discusses various classes of beta-lactam antibiotics including penicillins and cephalosporins. It describes the structure and properties of different generations of penicillins and cephalosporins. Examples such as penicillin G, methicillin, cloxacillin, ampicillin, amoxicillin, piperacillin, and various cephalosporins are explained in terms of their antibacterial spectrum, pharmacological properties, clinical uses and adverse effects.
1) Tetracyclines are a class of broad spectrum antibiotics originally obtained from soil bacteria.
2) They work by inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria through preventing aminoacyl-tRNA from binding to the A site on the 30S ribosome.
3) Tetracyclines are effective against a variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria but have side effects like gastrointestinal upset, photosensitivity, and tooth staining.
1) The document discusses several antibiotics including tetracyclines, chloramphenicol, and macrolide antibiotics.
2) It describes how each antibiotic works, providing details on their mechanisms of action at the ribosomal level to inhibit bacterial protein synthesis.
3) For each antibiotic, it also summarizes their antimicrobial spectrum, pharmacokinetics, clinical uses, and common adverse effects.
Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae. It mainly affects the skin, peripheral nerves, and respiratory tract mucosa. There are three main types of leprosy - lepromatous, tuberculoid, and borderline. Diagnosis involves examination of skin and nerves to check for sensation loss in patches. Treatment depends on whether a patient has paucibacillary or multibacillary leprosy. Common drugs used include dapsone, clofazimine, and rifampin.
The endocrine system uses hormones to regulate various bodily functions including growth, development, reproduction, and homeostasis. Hormones are chemical signals produced in endocrine glands and transported via bloodstream to target tissues. They activate physiological responses by binding to cell surface or intracellular receptors. Common hormones include amines derived from amino acids, peptides and proteins, and steroids. Hormone levels are regulated by feedback loops involving the hypothalamus and pituitary gland. Endocrine disorders can result from hormone deficiencies or excesses.
The surgeon in this photo is transfusing donor islet cells into a diabetic patient. The islet cells may take residence in the pancreas and secrete insulin for the patient. This patient will never again need to inject insulin.
Medications That Affect The Endocrine SystemMandy McBride
This document discusses various medications that affect the endocrine system, including those related to diabetes and adrenocortical hormones. It provides information on insulin, types of diabetes, oral anti-diabetic drugs, diabetic ketoacidosis, thyroid and adrenocortical drugs, glucocorticoids and their effects on body systems, and mineralocorticoids. The document was created by Amanda McBride and contains detailed information on the uses, actions, adverse effects and nursing considerations for these various endocrine-related medications.
The endocrine system is composed of hormone-releasing organs that maintain homeostasis by releasing chemicals called hormones into the bloodstream. The hypothalamus and pituitary gland control the endocrine system. Hormones have broader response times than neurotransmitters in the nervous system. Endocrine drugs include natural, semi-synthetic, and synthetic hormones used for replacement therapy, treatment of disorders, and diagnosis. Examples discussed include hypothalamic-pituitary hormones like growth hormone, ACTH, TSH, and gonadotropins; steroid hormones; and thyroid hormones.
1. Amebiasis is caused by infection with Entamoeba histolytica, which exists in infective cysts or invasive trophozoite forms.
2. Metronidazole is the drug of choice for treatment as it acts on both luminal and tissue trophozoites.
3. Metronidazole is metabolized in the liver and excreted in urine, with potential adverse effects including nausea, vomiting, and neurological effects.
Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae that mainly affects the skin and nerves. It is diagnosed based on finding definite loss of sensation in skin patches. Treatment involves multidrug therapy, with regimens depending on the classification of the patient as paucibacillary or multibacillary. Common drugs used include dapsone, clofazimine, rifampin, and ofloxacin. Side effects of the drugs include liver toxicity, rash, and peripheral neuropathy.
Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which most commonly affects the lungs. It is a leading cause of death worldwide, killing over 3 million people per year. TB is transmitted through the air when people with active TB disease cough, sneeze, or laugh. While most people who are exposed to TB do not become infected, those who do can develop either latent TB infection or active TB disease. Treatment for latent TB infection and active TB disease involves taking antibiotic medications for several months.
The document discusses the structure and functions of cells. It states that cells are the basic unit of life and are organized into three main regions: the nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane. The nucleus contains genetic material and controls the cell. The cytoplasm contains organelles that carry out metabolic functions. The plasma membrane acts as a barrier and controls what enters and exits the cell. Materials are transported across the membrane through passive diffusion or active transport processes that require energy.
The document discusses different classes of metabolic pathways that can be targeted by antimicrobial drugs. Class I reactions involve glucose metabolism and are not promising targets as bacteria can use alternative carbon sources. Class II reactions involve small molecule synthesis and some pathways only exist in microbes, making them better targets. Class III reactions like peptidoglycan synthesis, protein synthesis and nucleic acid synthesis are particularly good targets as bacteria must produce these molecules themselves. The document then provides more details on mechanisms of several antimicrobial drugs that target bacterial cell wall, protein and DNA/RNA synthesis.
Sulfonamides are a class of antibacterial drugs that were first discovered in the 1930s. They work by inhibiting the bacterial enzyme dihydropteroate synthase, blocking the synthesis of folic acid and slowing bacterial growth. Common sulfonamides include sulfamethoxazole, sulfisoxazole, sulfadiazine, and silver sulfadiazine for topical use. Adverse effects can include crystalluria, hematuria, hemolytic anemia, and hypersensitivity reactions. Sulfonamides remain widely used due to their low cost and broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against many gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens.
Strategies for Effective Upskilling is a presentation by Chinwendu Peace in a Your Skill Boost Masterclass organisation by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan on 08th and 09th June 2024 from 1 PM to 3 PM on each day.
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 InventoryCeline George
In this slide, we'll explore how to set up warehouses and locations in Odoo 17 Inventory. This will help us manage our stock effectively, track inventory levels, and streamline warehouse operations.
How to Make a Field Mandatory in Odoo 17Celine George
In Odoo, making a field required can be done through both Python code and XML views. When you set the required attribute to True in Python code, it makes the field required across all views where it's used. Conversely, when you set the required attribute in XML views, it makes the field required only in the context of that particular view.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
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Philippine Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) CurriculumMJDuyan
(𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝟏𝟎𝟎) (𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟏)-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐬
𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐏𝐏 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬:
- Understand the goals and objectives of the Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) curriculum, recognizing its importance in fostering practical life skills and values among students. Students will also be able to identify the key components and subjects covered, such as agriculture, home economics, industrial arts, and information and communication technology.
𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫:
-Define entrepreneurship, distinguishing it from general business activities by emphasizing its focus on innovation, risk-taking, and value creation. Students will describe the characteristics and traits of successful entrepreneurs, including their roles and responsibilities, and discuss the broader economic and social impacts of entrepreneurial activities on both local and global scales.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
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1. Amebiasis is caused by infection with Entamoeba histolytica, which exists in infective cysts or invasive trophozoite forms.
2. Metronidazole is the drug of choice for treatment as it acts on both luminal and tissue trophozoites.
3. Metronidazole is metabolized in the liver and excreted in urine, with potential adverse effects including nausea, vomiting, and neurological effects.
Leprosy is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae that mainly affects the skin and nerves. It is diagnosed based on finding definite loss of sensation in skin patches. Treatment involves multidrug therapy, with regimens depending on the classification of the patient as paucibacillary or multibacillary. Common drugs used include dapsone, clofazimine, rifampin, and ofloxacin. Side effects of the drugs include liver toxicity, rash, and peripheral neuropathy.
Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which most commonly affects the lungs. It is a leading cause of death worldwide, killing over 3 million people per year. TB is transmitted through the air when people with active TB disease cough, sneeze, or laugh. While most people who are exposed to TB do not become infected, those who do can develop either latent TB infection or active TB disease. Treatment for latent TB infection and active TB disease involves taking antibiotic medications for several months.
The document discusses the structure and functions of cells. It states that cells are the basic unit of life and are organized into three main regions: the nucleus, cytoplasm, and plasma membrane. The nucleus contains genetic material and controls the cell. The cytoplasm contains organelles that carry out metabolic functions. The plasma membrane acts as a barrier and controls what enters and exits the cell. Materials are transported across the membrane through passive diffusion or active transport processes that require energy.
The document discusses different classes of metabolic pathways that can be targeted by antimicrobial drugs. Class I reactions involve glucose metabolism and are not promising targets as bacteria can use alternative carbon sources. Class II reactions involve small molecule synthesis and some pathways only exist in microbes, making them better targets. Class III reactions like peptidoglycan synthesis, protein synthesis and nucleic acid synthesis are particularly good targets as bacteria must produce these molecules themselves. The document then provides more details on mechanisms of several antimicrobial drugs that target bacterial cell wall, protein and DNA/RNA synthesis.
Sulfonamides are a class of antibacterial drugs that were first discovered in the 1930s. They work by inhibiting the bacterial enzyme dihydropteroate synthase, blocking the synthesis of folic acid and slowing bacterial growth. Common sulfonamides include sulfamethoxazole, sulfisoxazole, sulfadiazine, and silver sulfadiazine for topical use. Adverse effects can include crystalluria, hematuria, hemolytic anemia, and hypersensitivity reactions. Sulfonamides remain widely used due to their low cost and broad-spectrum antibacterial activity against many gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens.
Strategies for Effective Upskilling is a presentation by Chinwendu Peace in a Your Skill Boost Masterclass organisation by the Excellence Foundation for South Sudan on 08th and 09th June 2024 from 1 PM to 3 PM on each day.
How to Setup Warehouse & Location in Odoo 17 InventoryCeline George
In this slide, we'll explore how to set up warehouses and locations in Odoo 17 Inventory. This will help us manage our stock effectively, track inventory levels, and streamline warehouse operations.
How to Make a Field Mandatory in Odoo 17Celine George
In Odoo, making a field required can be done through both Python code and XML views. When you set the required attribute to True in Python code, it makes the field required across all views where it's used. Conversely, when you set the required attribute in XML views, it makes the field required only in the context of that particular view.
ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, and GDPR: Best Practices for Implementation and...PECB
Denis is a dynamic and results-driven Chief Information Officer (CIO) with a distinguished career spanning information systems analysis and technical project management. With a proven track record of spearheading the design and delivery of cutting-edge Information Management solutions, he has consistently elevated business operations, streamlined reporting functions, and maximized process efficiency.
Certified as an ISO/IEC 27001: Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) Lead Implementer, Data Protection Officer, and Cyber Risks Analyst, Denis brings a heightened focus on data security, privacy, and cyber resilience to every endeavor.
His expertise extends across a diverse spectrum of reporting, database, and web development applications, underpinned by an exceptional grasp of data storage and virtualization technologies. His proficiency in application testing, database administration, and data cleansing ensures seamless execution of complex projects.
What sets Denis apart is his comprehensive understanding of Business and Systems Analysis technologies, honed through involvement in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). From meticulous requirements gathering to precise analysis, innovative design, rigorous development, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: May 29, 2024
Tags: Information Security, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, GDPR
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Webinars: https://pecb.com/webinars
Article: https://pecb.com/article
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Gender and Mental Health - Counselling and Family Therapy Applications and In...PsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
Philippine Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) CurriculumMJDuyan
(𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝟏𝟎𝟎) (𝐋𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝟏)-𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐬
𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐏𝐏 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬:
- Understand the goals and objectives of the Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (EPP) curriculum, recognizing its importance in fostering practical life skills and values among students. Students will also be able to identify the key components and subjects covered, such as agriculture, home economics, industrial arts, and information and communication technology.
𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐮𝐫:
-Define entrepreneurship, distinguishing it from general business activities by emphasizing its focus on innovation, risk-taking, and value creation. Students will describe the characteristics and traits of successful entrepreneurs, including their roles and responsibilities, and discuss the broader economic and social impacts of entrepreneurial activities on both local and global scales.
Beyond Degrees - Empowering the Workforce in the Context of Skills-First.pptxEduSkills OECD
Iván Bornacelly, Policy Analyst at the OECD Centre for Skills, OECD, presents at the webinar 'Tackling job market gaps with a skills-first approach' on 12 June 2024
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Leveraging Generative AI to Drive Nonprofit InnovationTechSoup
In this webinar, participants learned how to utilize Generative AI to streamline operations and elevate member engagement. Amazon Web Service experts provided a customer specific use cases and dived into low/no-code tools that are quick and easy to deploy through Amazon Web Service (AWS.)