This document discusses the management of adult cardiac arrest. It identifies the three major cardiac arrest rhythms as ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia, pulseless electrical activity, and asystole. For ventricular fibrillation/tachycardia, defibrillation is the most important intervention. For pulseless electrical activity and asystole, identifying and reversing the underlying cause is key. The document reviews treatment algorithms and evidence for interventions like epinephrine, amiodarone, and lidocaine for each rhythm type. High-quality CPR and addressing reversible causes are emphasized for optimal cardiac arrest management.
This document provides information on advanced life support for cardiac arrest. It discusses the chains of survival, including high-quality CPR, defibrillation, drug therapy, advanced airways, and identifying reversible causes. Specific techniques for CPR, defibrillation, intubation, and use of epinephrine, amiodarone, atropine, lidocaine are described. The reversible causes of cardiac arrest, known as the "5 Hs and 5 Ts" are also outlined. These include hypovolemia, hypoxia, hydrogen ion (acidosis), hypo-/hyperkalemia, hypotension, toxins, tamponade, tension pneumothorax, thrombosis (coronary/pulmonary e
Cardiac Arrhythmias - Robert K. Altman, MD, FACC Director, Clinical Cardiac E...Summit Health
Cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation are abnormal heart rhythms that can cause complications like stroke if left untreated, but can be managed through approaches like rate control or rhythm control using medications, cardioversion, or catheter ablation procedures to restore normal sinus rhythm and prevent stroke. The document reviews the anatomy and electrical function of the normal heart, abnormalities that can occur, evaluation and diagnosis of arrhythmias, treatment options including for atrial fibrillation, and complications to be aware of such as the increased risk of stroke.
The document discusses guidelines for using amplitude integrated EEG (aEEG) or cerebral function monitoring (CFM) to assess brain activity in newborns experiencing hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) or other neurological conditions. CFM can help predict outcomes from HIE by identifying abnormal brain activity in the first 6 hours after birth and detecting neonatal seizures. The document provides guidance on proper electrode placement and interpreting CFM readings to distinguish normal and abnormal brain activity patterns while avoiding common artifacts.
The document discusses temporary pacemakers, including their uses, common settings, potential complications, and care/maintenance. Temporary pacemakers are used to stimulate the heart in the absence of an intrinsic rhythm or to supplement an inadequate rhythm. Common settings include AAI, VVI, and DDD. Complications include failure to pace or sense, and care involves cleaning and securing insertion sites and leads while monitoring for proper pacing.
Amiodarone is a potent antiarrhythmic agent that is used as a first-line treatment for cardiac arrest due to refractory ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia. It works by prolonging the action potential in cardiac tissues through its effects on sodium, potassium, and calcium channels. For stable wide-complex tachycardia with a pulse, amiodarone is administered in doses of 150mg over 10 minutes, which can be repeated if needed. For ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia, the initial dose is 300mg administered via IV push, which can be repeated at 150mg if there is no response.
This document discusses the approach to diagnosing and managing patients presenting with palpitations. It outlines common causes of palpitations including sinus rhythm, ectopic beats, supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and ventricular tachycardia. For diagnosis, it recommends performing a 12-lead ECG and considering additional testing like Holter monitoring if needed to correlate rhythms with symptoms. Management depends on diagnosis but may include reassurance, lifestyle changes, or referral to cardiology depending on risk factors and abnormal findings.
This document provides information on advanced life support for cardiac arrest. It discusses the chains of survival, including high-quality CPR, defibrillation, drug therapy, advanced airways, and identifying reversible causes. Specific techniques for CPR, defibrillation, intubation, and use of epinephrine, amiodarone, atropine, lidocaine are described. The reversible causes of cardiac arrest, known as the "5 Hs and 5 Ts" are also outlined. These include hypovolemia, hypoxia, hydrogen ion (acidosis), hypo-/hyperkalemia, hypotension, toxins, tamponade, tension pneumothorax, thrombosis (coronary/pulmonary e
Cardiac Arrhythmias - Robert K. Altman, MD, FACC Director, Clinical Cardiac E...Summit Health
Cardiac arrhythmias such as atrial fibrillation are abnormal heart rhythms that can cause complications like stroke if left untreated, but can be managed through approaches like rate control or rhythm control using medications, cardioversion, or catheter ablation procedures to restore normal sinus rhythm and prevent stroke. The document reviews the anatomy and electrical function of the normal heart, abnormalities that can occur, evaluation and diagnosis of arrhythmias, treatment options including for atrial fibrillation, and complications to be aware of such as the increased risk of stroke.
The document discusses guidelines for using amplitude integrated EEG (aEEG) or cerebral function monitoring (CFM) to assess brain activity in newborns experiencing hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) or other neurological conditions. CFM can help predict outcomes from HIE by identifying abnormal brain activity in the first 6 hours after birth and detecting neonatal seizures. The document provides guidance on proper electrode placement and interpreting CFM readings to distinguish normal and abnormal brain activity patterns while avoiding common artifacts.
The document discusses temporary pacemakers, including their uses, common settings, potential complications, and care/maintenance. Temporary pacemakers are used to stimulate the heart in the absence of an intrinsic rhythm or to supplement an inadequate rhythm. Common settings include AAI, VVI, and DDD. Complications include failure to pace or sense, and care involves cleaning and securing insertion sites and leads while monitoring for proper pacing.
Amiodarone is a potent antiarrhythmic agent that is used as a first-line treatment for cardiac arrest due to refractory ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia. It works by prolonging the action potential in cardiac tissues through its effects on sodium, potassium, and calcium channels. For stable wide-complex tachycardia with a pulse, amiodarone is administered in doses of 150mg over 10 minutes, which can be repeated if needed. For ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia, the initial dose is 300mg administered via IV push, which can be repeated at 150mg if there is no response.
This document discusses the approach to diagnosing and managing patients presenting with palpitations. It outlines common causes of palpitations including sinus rhythm, ectopic beats, supraventricular tachycardia, atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, and ventricular tachycardia. For diagnosis, it recommends performing a 12-lead ECG and considering additional testing like Holter monitoring if needed to correlate rhythms with symptoms. Management depends on diagnosis but may include reassurance, lifestyle changes, or referral to cardiology depending on risk factors and abnormal findings.
Atrial flutter is a condition where the top chambers of the heart (atria) beat much faster than normal. This causes less blood to be pumped to the lower chambers (ventricles) which can lead to poor circulation. Atrial flutter may be triggered by things like alcohol, smoking, lung diseases, heart issues, or thyroid problems. Symptoms include a fluttering heartbeat, fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, and shortness of breath. Diagnosis involves ECG, Holter monitor, or echocardiogram. Treatment focuses on controlling the heart rate through medications like ibutilide, cardioversion, or ablation. Nurses monitor patients for irregular heart rates and side effects of medications like digoxin toxicity
Med viva/revision for Anaes M.Med Part 2 Hon Liang
Based on the new ABG results, the patient is now in respiratory acidosis and hypoxic. Given the acute worsening, I would:
1. Intubate the patient for airway protection and to allow for mechanical ventilation
2. Start mechanical ventilation with initial settings of:
- Mode: A/C
- Tidal volume 6-8 ml/kg predicted body weight
- PEEP 10 cmH2O
- FiO2 100%
3. Consider sedation (e.g. propofol) and paralysis after intubation
4. Optimize oxygenation and ventilation by adjusting ventilator settings as needed
5. Treat the underlying cause of respiratory failure/dist
This document discusses sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) and sudden cardiac death (SCD). SCA refers to sudden cessation of cardiac activity that may be reversible by interventions like defibrillation, while SCD is uncorrected SCA that leads to death. SCD is defined as natural death from cardiac causes within one hour of symptoms in someone who may have unrecognized heart disease. About 500,000 cases occur annually in the US, accounting for 10-15% of natural deaths. Risk factors include prior arrhythmias, low ejection fraction, heart disease, and family history. Treatment involves cardiopulmonary resuscitation, defibrillation if needed, and treating underlying causes. Advanced cardiac life support may include int
The document discusses aortic dissection, including:
1. It is a difficult diagnosis to make, often with delays in diagnosis. Imaging such as CT scans are important for diagnosis.
2. Treatment depends on the type - Type A usually requires urgent surgery while Type B is initially treated medically to control blood pressure and heart rate.
3. Factors such as intramural hematoma, classification (Stanford vs. DeBakey), and long term prognosis are reviewed. Early recognition and treatment are important due to the risk of complications.
The document discusses aortic dissection, including:
1. It is a difficult diagnosis to make, often with delays in diagnosis. Imaging such as CT scans are most accurate for diagnosis.
2. Type A dissections involve the ascending aorta and require urgent surgery, while Type B can often be initially treated medically to control blood pressure and heart rate.
3. Risk factors include hypertension, connective tissue disorders, cocaine use, and family history. Atypical presentations can include abdominal pain, neurological symptoms, or syncope.
A complete Theoretical as well as practical aspects of Cardiac defibrillation with the definition,history,defibrillator and cardiovesrsion,Equipments,pre procedural consideration,care of patient before and after defibrillation,cardiac defibrillation procedure steps with rationale,complications,documentation and legal aspects
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Journal presentation on essential tremorEjaj Ahmed
1) Essential tremor is a syndrome of isolated tremor of the upper limbs that has been present for at least 3 years, with or without tremor in other locations like the head or voice.
2) Propranolol and primidone are first-line pharmacological treatments that can reduce tremor severity by 55-60% through effects on the cortico-ponto-cerebellar-thalamic circuit implicated in essential tremor pathophysiology.
3) When medications are ineffective, neurostimulation techniques like deep brain stimulation targeting the thalamus or focused ultrasound thalamotomy can provide relief of tremors, though effectiveness may diminish over time and risks include ataxia, dys
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is an event caused by a problem with the heart's "electrical" system. SCA occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. The heart’s electrical system sends signals to the heart to beat much too fast. The heart cannot beat that fast, so the heart muscle just quivers. Blood and oxygen do not reach vital organs like the brain. Then it stops altogether. The heart needs immediate treatment from an electrical shock (defibrillation) to restart the electrical system. If SCA is not treated within 7-10 minutes, it leads to sudden cardiac death.
The document summarizes the pulseless arrest (cardiac arrest) algorithm. There are four rhythms seen with pulseless cardiac arrest: pulseless ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, asystole, and pulseless electrical activity. PEA and asystole make up half of the algorithm and have poorer outcomes than VF and VT. Positive outcomes depend on high-quality CPR and identifying/treating the underlying cause. Epinephrine and vasopressin are used for PEA, while asystole is treated on the right side of the algorithm. VF is commonly seen in sudden cardiac arrest and is treated with defibrillation, while pulseless VT is also a cause of cardiac arrest
This document provides an overview of the management of acute stroke. It defines stroke and transient ischemic attack, and discusses the epidemiology, classification, risk factors, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, management, complications and prognosis of stroke. The management involves resuscitation, reperfusion therapies like thrombolysis and thrombectomy, treating complications, secondary prevention including blood pressure and diabetes control, and rehabilitation. The document emphasizes the importance of specialized stroke units and timely management to improve outcomes for patients with acute stroke.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blockage in an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Symptoms vary depending on the affected area of the brain and can include paralysis, confusion, vision changes, and headaches. Treatment depends on the type of stroke, but may involve clot-busting drugs, surgery, or lifestyle changes to prevent future strokes such as controlling risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and obesity. Prognosis depends on the severity and location of damage to the brain.
acute stroke for rehab physician - dr trilochan shrivastavamrinal joshi
1. The document discusses acute management and rehabilitation of stroke, providing information on types of strokes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, investigations, treatments, and rehabilitation approaches.
2. It covers diagnostic testing including imaging, medications, and interventional procedures for ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
3. Rehabilitation services are described including physical, occupational and speech therapy in various settings from inpatient to home-based care with the goal of improving functional abilities and outcomes for stroke patients.
This document summarizes guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). It discusses:
1) The sequence of steps for CPR has changed and is now CAB for all ages, even children and infants, with an emphasis on minimizing delays to chest compressions.
2) Recommendations for compressions in children include pushing hard and fast at a rate of 100-120 per minute to a depth of at least one third the chest diameter.
3) An automated external defibrillator (AED) can now be used for infants, starting with an initial shock of 2-4 joules.
4) Hypothermia treatment is recommended for comatose cardiac arrest patients
1. Cardiorespiratory arrest is the sudden, unexpected cessation of respiration and functional circulation. CPCR may be successful if performed within 4-6 minutes before biological death of vital tissues develops.
2. CPCR involves circulating oxygenated blood to vital organs like the heart and brain. It aims to restore breathing, circulation, and cerebral functions in those experiencing sudden failure of these systems.
3. Defibrillation is required for ventricular fibrillation, while continued CPR is important for asystole and PEA. Drugs like adrenaline, amiodarone, and atropine may be used if initial shocks and CPR fail to restore a perfusing rhythm.
This document provides an overview of pacemaker systems and pacing modes. It discusses normal cardiac conduction and how abnormalities can lead to pacing needs. Common pacing indications are outlined. Modes of pacing including ventricular, atrial, and dual chamber are described. The document reviews implantation techniques and measurements taken at implant to confirm proper lead positioning. It also discusses end of life details for pacemakers.
This document provides an overview of atrial fibrillation (AF), including statistics on prevalence, pathophysiology, types, treatment goals, and medication options. Some key points:
- AF affects over 2 million Americans and is expected to increase to 5 million by 2050 due to an aging population.
- It involves chaotic electrical activity in the atria causing irregular heartbeat. Treatment aims to restore normal rhythm or control heart rate while preventing clots.
- Options include electrical or chemical cardioversion, catheter ablation, and medications to restore rhythm or slow heart rate such as amiodarone, diltiazem, digoxin, and beta blockers. Anticoagulants like heparin and
This document discusses thrombolysis nursing competencies and the stroke care pathway. It provides background on factors that informed the UK Stroke Strategy, including audits showing low rates of thrombolysis. It then covers thrombolysis treatment details such as the window for administration, complications, and evidence from clinical trials demonstrating benefits. Key aspects of thrombolysis nursing care are outlined, and the importance of rapid diagnosis, imaging, treatment initiation and supportive care is emphasized.
This document provides information on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and cardiac arrest. It discusses the cardiac arrest rhythms of asystole, pulseless electrical activity, pulseless ventricular tachycardia, and ventricular fibrillation. It outlines the international guidelines for CPR, including recommendations to improve survival from sudden cardiac arrest. The four links in the chain of survival for cardiac arrest are early CPR, early defibrillation, early advanced care, and early access to emergency medical services. Basic life support procedures like checking responsiveness, calling for help, opening the airway, providing rescue breaths, and chest compressions are described. Advanced life support builds upon these with securing the airway, confirming device
Atrial flutter is a condition where the top chambers of the heart (atria) beat much faster than normal. This causes less blood to be pumped to the lower chambers (ventricles) which can lead to poor circulation. Atrial flutter may be triggered by things like alcohol, smoking, lung diseases, heart issues, or thyroid problems. Symptoms include a fluttering heartbeat, fatigue, dizziness, chest pain, and shortness of breath. Diagnosis involves ECG, Holter monitor, or echocardiogram. Treatment focuses on controlling the heart rate through medications like ibutilide, cardioversion, or ablation. Nurses monitor patients for irregular heart rates and side effects of medications like digoxin toxicity
Med viva/revision for Anaes M.Med Part 2 Hon Liang
Based on the new ABG results, the patient is now in respiratory acidosis and hypoxic. Given the acute worsening, I would:
1. Intubate the patient for airway protection and to allow for mechanical ventilation
2. Start mechanical ventilation with initial settings of:
- Mode: A/C
- Tidal volume 6-8 ml/kg predicted body weight
- PEEP 10 cmH2O
- FiO2 100%
3. Consider sedation (e.g. propofol) and paralysis after intubation
4. Optimize oxygenation and ventilation by adjusting ventilator settings as needed
5. Treat the underlying cause of respiratory failure/dist
This document discusses sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) and sudden cardiac death (SCD). SCA refers to sudden cessation of cardiac activity that may be reversible by interventions like defibrillation, while SCD is uncorrected SCA that leads to death. SCD is defined as natural death from cardiac causes within one hour of symptoms in someone who may have unrecognized heart disease. About 500,000 cases occur annually in the US, accounting for 10-15% of natural deaths. Risk factors include prior arrhythmias, low ejection fraction, heart disease, and family history. Treatment involves cardiopulmonary resuscitation, defibrillation if needed, and treating underlying causes. Advanced cardiac life support may include int
The document discusses aortic dissection, including:
1. It is a difficult diagnosis to make, often with delays in diagnosis. Imaging such as CT scans are important for diagnosis.
2. Treatment depends on the type - Type A usually requires urgent surgery while Type B is initially treated medically to control blood pressure and heart rate.
3. Factors such as intramural hematoma, classification (Stanford vs. DeBakey), and long term prognosis are reviewed. Early recognition and treatment are important due to the risk of complications.
The document discusses aortic dissection, including:
1. It is a difficult diagnosis to make, often with delays in diagnosis. Imaging such as CT scans are most accurate for diagnosis.
2. Type A dissections involve the ascending aorta and require urgent surgery, while Type B can often be initially treated medically to control blood pressure and heart rate.
3. Risk factors include hypertension, connective tissue disorders, cocaine use, and family history. Atypical presentations can include abdominal pain, neurological symptoms, or syncope.
A complete Theoretical as well as practical aspects of Cardiac defibrillation with the definition,history,defibrillator and cardiovesrsion,Equipments,pre procedural consideration,care of patient before and after defibrillation,cardiac defibrillation procedure steps with rationale,complications,documentation and legal aspects
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Journal presentation on essential tremorEjaj Ahmed
1) Essential tremor is a syndrome of isolated tremor of the upper limbs that has been present for at least 3 years, with or without tremor in other locations like the head or voice.
2) Propranolol and primidone are first-line pharmacological treatments that can reduce tremor severity by 55-60% through effects on the cortico-ponto-cerebellar-thalamic circuit implicated in essential tremor pathophysiology.
3) When medications are ineffective, neurostimulation techniques like deep brain stimulation targeting the thalamus or focused ultrasound thalamotomy can provide relief of tremors, though effectiveness may diminish over time and risks include ataxia, dys
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is an event caused by a problem with the heart's "electrical" system. SCA occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. The heart’s electrical system sends signals to the heart to beat much too fast. The heart cannot beat that fast, so the heart muscle just quivers. Blood and oxygen do not reach vital organs like the brain. Then it stops altogether. The heart needs immediate treatment from an electrical shock (defibrillation) to restart the electrical system. If SCA is not treated within 7-10 minutes, it leads to sudden cardiac death.
The document summarizes the pulseless arrest (cardiac arrest) algorithm. There are four rhythms seen with pulseless cardiac arrest: pulseless ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, asystole, and pulseless electrical activity. PEA and asystole make up half of the algorithm and have poorer outcomes than VF and VT. Positive outcomes depend on high-quality CPR and identifying/treating the underlying cause. Epinephrine and vasopressin are used for PEA, while asystole is treated on the right side of the algorithm. VF is commonly seen in sudden cardiac arrest and is treated with defibrillation, while pulseless VT is also a cause of cardiac arrest
This document provides an overview of the management of acute stroke. It defines stroke and transient ischemic attack, and discusses the epidemiology, classification, risk factors, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, management, complications and prognosis of stroke. The management involves resuscitation, reperfusion therapies like thrombolysis and thrombectomy, treating complications, secondary prevention including blood pressure and diabetes control, and rehabilitation. The document emphasizes the importance of specialized stroke units and timely management to improve outcomes for patients with acute stroke.
A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted or reduced, depriving brain tissue of oxygen and nutrients. There are two main types of stroke: ischemic, caused by a blockage in an artery, and hemorrhagic, caused by a ruptured blood vessel in the brain. Symptoms vary depending on the affected area of the brain and can include paralysis, confusion, vision changes, and headaches. Treatment depends on the type of stroke, but may involve clot-busting drugs, surgery, or lifestyle changes to prevent future strokes such as controlling risk factors like high blood pressure, smoking, diabetes, and obesity. Prognosis depends on the severity and location of damage to the brain.
acute stroke for rehab physician - dr trilochan shrivastavamrinal joshi
1. The document discusses acute management and rehabilitation of stroke, providing information on types of strokes, risk factors, signs and symptoms, investigations, treatments, and rehabilitation approaches.
2. It covers diagnostic testing including imaging, medications, and interventional procedures for ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.
3. Rehabilitation services are described including physical, occupational and speech therapy in various settings from inpatient to home-based care with the goal of improving functional abilities and outcomes for stroke patients.
This document summarizes guidelines for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). It discusses:
1) The sequence of steps for CPR has changed and is now CAB for all ages, even children and infants, with an emphasis on minimizing delays to chest compressions.
2) Recommendations for compressions in children include pushing hard and fast at a rate of 100-120 per minute to a depth of at least one third the chest diameter.
3) An automated external defibrillator (AED) can now be used for infants, starting with an initial shock of 2-4 joules.
4) Hypothermia treatment is recommended for comatose cardiac arrest patients
1. Cardiorespiratory arrest is the sudden, unexpected cessation of respiration and functional circulation. CPCR may be successful if performed within 4-6 minutes before biological death of vital tissues develops.
2. CPCR involves circulating oxygenated blood to vital organs like the heart and brain. It aims to restore breathing, circulation, and cerebral functions in those experiencing sudden failure of these systems.
3. Defibrillation is required for ventricular fibrillation, while continued CPR is important for asystole and PEA. Drugs like adrenaline, amiodarone, and atropine may be used if initial shocks and CPR fail to restore a perfusing rhythm.
This document provides an overview of pacemaker systems and pacing modes. It discusses normal cardiac conduction and how abnormalities can lead to pacing needs. Common pacing indications are outlined. Modes of pacing including ventricular, atrial, and dual chamber are described. The document reviews implantation techniques and measurements taken at implant to confirm proper lead positioning. It also discusses end of life details for pacemakers.
This document provides an overview of atrial fibrillation (AF), including statistics on prevalence, pathophysiology, types, treatment goals, and medication options. Some key points:
- AF affects over 2 million Americans and is expected to increase to 5 million by 2050 due to an aging population.
- It involves chaotic electrical activity in the atria causing irregular heartbeat. Treatment aims to restore normal rhythm or control heart rate while preventing clots.
- Options include electrical or chemical cardioversion, catheter ablation, and medications to restore rhythm or slow heart rate such as amiodarone, diltiazem, digoxin, and beta blockers. Anticoagulants like heparin and
This document discusses thrombolysis nursing competencies and the stroke care pathway. It provides background on factors that informed the UK Stroke Strategy, including audits showing low rates of thrombolysis. It then covers thrombolysis treatment details such as the window for administration, complications, and evidence from clinical trials demonstrating benefits. Key aspects of thrombolysis nursing care are outlined, and the importance of rapid diagnosis, imaging, treatment initiation and supportive care is emphasized.
This document provides information on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and cardiac arrest. It discusses the cardiac arrest rhythms of asystole, pulseless electrical activity, pulseless ventricular tachycardia, and ventricular fibrillation. It outlines the international guidelines for CPR, including recommendations to improve survival from sudden cardiac arrest. The four links in the chain of survival for cardiac arrest are early CPR, early defibrillation, early advanced care, and early access to emergency medical services. Basic life support procedures like checking responsiveness, calling for help, opening the airway, providing rescue breaths, and chest compressions are described. Advanced life support builds upon these with securing the airway, confirming device
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These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a simplified look into the mechanisms involved in the regulation of respiration:
Learning objectives:
1. Describe the organisation of respiratory center
2. Describe the nervous control of inspiration and respiratory rhythm
3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
6. Explain the role of central chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
8. Explain the regulation of respiration during exercise
9. Integrate the respiratory regulatory mechanisms
10. Describe the Cheyne-Stokes breathing
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 42, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
Know the difference between Endodontics and Orthodontics.Gokuldas Hospital
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Let’s be honest. Maintaining that beautiful smile is not an easy task. It is more than brushing and flossing. Sometimes, you might encounter dental issues that need special dental care. These issues can range anywhere from misalignment of the jaw to pain in the root of teeth.
Histololgy of Female Reproductive System.pptxAyeshaZaid1
Dive into an in-depth exploration of the histological structure of female reproductive system with this comprehensive lecture. Presented by Dr. Ayesha Irfan, Assistant Professor of Anatomy, this presentation covers the Gross anatomy and functional histology of the female reproductive organs. Ideal for students, educators, and anyone interested in medical science, this lecture provides clear explanations, detailed diagrams, and valuable insights into female reproductive system. Enhance your knowledge and understanding of this essential aspect of human biology.
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The development of nanogold-based cancer therapy could revolutionize oncology by providing a more targeted, less invasive treatment option. This project contributes to the growing body of research aimed at harnessing nanotechnology for medical applications, paving the way for future clinical trials and potential commercial applications.
Cancer remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, prompting the need for innovative treatment methods. Nanotechnology offers promising new approaches, including the use of gold nanoparticles (nanogold) for targeted cancer therapy. Nanogold particles possess unique physical and chemical properties that make them suitable for drug delivery, imaging, and photothermal therapy.
NAVIGATING THE HORIZONS OF TIME LAPSE EMBRYO MONITORING.pdfRahul Sen
Time-lapse embryo monitoring is an advanced imaging technique used in IVF to continuously observe embryo development. It captures high-resolution images at regular intervals, allowing embryologists to select the most viable embryos for transfer based on detailed growth patterns. This technology enhances embryo selection, potentially increasing pregnancy success rates.
low birth weight presentation. Low birth weight (LBW) infant is defined as the one whose birth weight is less than 2500g irrespective of their gestational age. Premature birth and low birth weight(LBW) is still a serious problem in newborn. Causing high morbidity and mortality rate worldwide. The nursing care provide to low birth weight babies is crucial in promoting their overall health and development. Through careful assessment, diagnosis,, planning, and evaluation plays a vital role in ensuring these vulnerable infants receive the specialize care they need. In India every third of the infant weight less than 2500g.
Birth period, socioeconomical status, nutritional and intrauterine environment are the factors influencing low birth weight
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We’re talking about Vedic Meditation, a form of meditation that has been around for at least 5,000 years. Back then, the people who lived in the Indus Valley, now known as India and Pakistan, practised meditation as a fundamental part of daily life. This knowledge that has given us yoga and Ayurveda, was known as Veda, hence the name Vedic. And though there are some written records, the practice has been passed down verbally from generation to generation.