Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorders COPD is a [preventable and treatable disease with some significant extra pulmonary effects that may contribute to the severity in individual clients.
It is characterized by airflow limitation that is not completely reversible.
Asthma is a condition in which your airways narrow and swell and produce extra mucus. This can make breathing difficult and trigger coughing, wheezing and shortness of breath. For some people, asthma is a minor nuisance.
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disorders COPD is a [preventable and treatable disease with some significant extra pulmonary effects that may contribute to the severity in individual clients.
It is characterized by airflow limitation that is not completely reversible.
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Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. The air sacs may fill with fluid or pus (purulent material), causing cough with phlegm or pus, fever, chills, and difficulty breathing. A variety of organisms, including bacteria, viruses and fungi, can cause pneumonia.
Pneumonia can range in seriousness from mild to life-threatening It is most serious for infants and young children, people older than age 65, and people with health problems or weakened immune systems.
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Lung infections are some of the most common ailments to strike people all over the world. Lung infections can also be caused by excessive smoking and genetic problems as well. Most people neglect lung infections interpreting it as a common cold but some diseases can even lead to death.
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Ethanol (CH3CH2OH), or beverage alcohol, is a two-carbon alcohol
that is rapidly distributed in the body and brain. Ethanol alters many
neurochemical systems and has rewarding and addictive properties. It
is the oldest recreational drug and likely contributes to more morbidity,
mortality, and public health costs than all illicit drugs combined. The
5th edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
(DSM-5) integrates alcohol abuse and alcohol dependence into a single
disorder called alcohol use disorder (AUD), with mild, moderate,
and severe subclassifications (American Psychiatric Association, 2013).
In the DSM-5, all types of substance abuse and dependence have been
combined into a single substance use disorder (SUD) on a continuum
from mild to severe. A diagnosis of AUD requires that at least two of
the 11 DSM-5 behaviors be present within a 12-month period (mild
AUD: 2–3 criteria; moderate AUD: 4–5 criteria; severe AUD: 6–11 criteria).
The four main behavioral effects of AUD are impaired control over
drinking, negative social consequences, risky use, and altered physiological
effects (tolerance, withdrawal). This chapter presents an overview
of the prevalence and harmful consequences of AUD in the U.S.,
the systemic nature of the disease, neurocircuitry and stages of AUD,
comorbidities, fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, genetic risk factors, and
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Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to the simulation of human intelligence processes by machines, especially computer systems. It encompasses tasks such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving, perception, and language understanding. AI technologies are revolutionizing various fields, from healthcare to finance, by enabling machines to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence.
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RESULTS: Overall life span (LS) was 2252.1±1742.5 days and cumulative 5-year survival (5YS) reached 73.2%, 10 years – 64.8%, 20 years – 42.5%. 513 LCP lived more than 5 years (LS=3124.6±1525.6 days), 148 LCP – more than 10 years (LS=5054.4±1504.1 days).199 LCP died because of LC (LS=562.7±374.5 days). 5YS of LCP after bi/lobectomies was significantly superior in comparison with LCP after pneumonectomies (78.1% vs.63.7%, P=0.00001 by log-rank test). AT significantly improved 5YS (66.3% vs. 34.8%) (P=0.00000 by log-rank test) only for LCP with N1-2. Cox modeling displayed that 5YS of LCP significantly depended on: phase transition (PT) early-invasive LC in terms of synergetics, PT N0—N12, cell ratio factors (ratio between cancer cells- CC and blood cells subpopulations), G1-3, histology, glucose, AT, blood cell circuit, prothrombin index, heparin tolerance, recalcification time (P=0.000-0.038). Neural networks, genetic algorithm selection and bootstrap simulation revealed relationships between 5YS and PT early-invasive LC (rank=1), PT N0—N12 (rank=2), thrombocytes/CC (3), erythrocytes/CC (4), eosinophils/CC (5), healthy cells/CC (6), lymphocytes/CC (7), segmented neutrophils/CC (8), stick neutrophils/CC (9), monocytes/CC (10); leucocytes/CC (11). Correct prediction of 5YS was 100% by neural networks computing (area under ROC curve=1.0; error=0.0).
CONCLUSIONS: 5YS of LCP after radical procedures significantly depended on: 1) PT early-invasive cancer; 2) PT N0--N12; 3) cell ratio factors; 4) blood cell circuit; 5) biochemical factors; 6) hemostasis system; 7) AT; 8) LC characteristics; 9) LC cell dynamics; 10) surgery type: lobectomy/pneumonectomy; 11) anthropometric data. Optimal diagnosis and treatment strategies for LC are: 1) screening and early detection of LC; 2) availability of experienced thoracic surgeons because of complexity of radical procedures; 3) aggressive en block surgery and adequate lymph node dissection for completeness; 4) precise prediction; 5) adjuvant chemoimmunoradiotherapy for LCP with unfavorable prognosis.
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i3 Health is pleased to make the speaker slides from this activity available for use as a non-accredited self-study or teaching resource.
This slide deck presented by Dr. Kami Maddocks, Professor-Clinical in the Division of Hematology and
Associate Division Director for Ambulatory Operations
The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center, will provide insight into new directions in targeted therapeutic approaches for older adults with mantle cell lymphoma.
STATEMENT OF NEED
Mantle cell lymphoma (MCL) is a rare, aggressive B-cell non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) accounting for 5% to 7% of all lymphomas. Its prognosis ranges from indolent disease that does not require treatment for years to very aggressive disease, which is associated with poor survival (Silkenstedt et al, 2021). Typically, MCL is diagnosed at advanced stage and in older patients who cannot tolerate intensive therapy (NCCN, 2022). Although recent advances have slightly increased remission rates, recurrence and relapse remain very common, leading to a median overall survival between 3 and 6 years (LLS, 2021). Though there are several effective options, progress is still needed towards establishing an accepted frontline approach for MCL (Castellino et al, 2022). Treatment selection and management of MCL are complicated by the heterogeneity of prognosis, advanced age and comorbidities of patients, and lack of an established standard approach for treatment, making it vital that clinicians be familiar with the latest research and advances in this area. In this activity chaired by Michael Wang, MD, Professor in the Department of Lymphoma & Myeloma at MD Anderson Cancer Center, expert faculty will discuss prognostic factors informing treatment, the promising results of recent trials in new therapeutic approaches, and the implications of treatment resistance in therapeutic selection for MCL.
Target Audience
Hematology/oncology fellows, attending faculty, and other health care professionals involved in the treatment of patients with mantle cell lymphoma (MCL).
Learning Objectives
1.) Identify clinical and biological prognostic factors that can guide treatment decision making for older adults with MCL
2.) Evaluate emerging data on targeted therapeutic approaches for treatment-naive and relapsed/refractory MCL and their applicability to older adults
3.) Assess mechanisms of resistance to targeted therapies for MCL and their implications for treatment selection
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a quick overview of physiological basis of a normal electrocardiogram.
Learning objectives:
1. Define an electrocardiogram (ECG) and electrocardiography
2. Describe how dipoles generated by the heart produce the waveforms of the ECG
3. Describe the components of a normal electrocardiogram of a typical bipolar leads (limb II)
4. Differentiate between intervals and segments
5. Enlist some common indications for obtaining an ECG
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 11, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 9, Human Physiology - From Cells to Systems, Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
3. Chapter 29, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
4. Electrocardiogram, StatPearls - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK549803/
5. ECG in Medical Practice by ABM Abdullah, 4th edition
6. ECG Basics, http://www.nataliescasebook.com/tag/e-c-g-basics
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2. Respiratory infections Infections of the respiratory tract can occur in: The upper respiratory tract The lower respiratory tract Both. Organisms capable of infecting respiratory structures include: bacteria. viruses: the majority of upper respiratory tract infections are caused by viruses as rhinovirus and parainfluenza virus. fungi. Depending on the organism and extent of infection, the symptoms can range from mild to severe and even life threatening.
10. Sore throatInfluenza infection can causemarked inflammation of the respiratory epithelium and a loss of ciliated cells that protect the respiratory passages from other organisms. As a result, influenza infection may lead toco-infection of the respiratory passages with bacteria. It is also possible for the influenza virus to infect the tissues of the lung itself to cause aviral pneumonia. Upper respiratory tract Infections INFLUENZA
14. Provides protection against certain A and B influenza strains that are expected to be prevalent in a certain year.
15. The vaccine must be updated and administered yearly to be effective but will not be effective against influenza strains not included in the vaccine.
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17. Asthma – What is It? Asthma is a chronic lung disease that obstructs airflow The obstruction is reversible It involves difficulty in breathing due to Inflammation (swelling) Mucus in the airways Tightening of muscles around the airways
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20. Symptoms of asthma Coughing Wheezing, a whistling sound Shortness of breath Chest tightness Sneezing & runny nose Itchy and inflamed eyes
21. Can asthma be cured? Asthma can be controlled (but not cured) by: Avoiding triggers or reducing exposure to triggers Using medication to control symptoms Medications- generally two types are used Long-term drugs Taken to prevent excess production of mucus & to reduce the inflammation and constriction of airway muscles Rescue or quick-relief drugs Taken to relax muscles around the airways to improve breathing
22. What YOU can do if you have asthma? Identify and minimize contact with your asthma trigger(s) Understand and take asthma medications as prescribed Recognize early signs that your asthma is getting worse Know what to do when your asthma is getting worse
23. LARYNGITIS An inflammation of the larynx. It causes hoarse voice or the complete loss of the voice because of irritation to the vocal folds.
26. It may develop after a common cold or other viral infection of the nasopharynx, throat, or bronchi
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28. Signs & symptoms Malaise Chilliness Slight fever Back and muscle pain Sore throat Onset of a distressing cough usually signals onset of bronchitis Cough starts off dry and later produces mucous.
29. Treatment The patient should rest until fever subsides Drink plenty of fluids. Fever reducer.
30. STREP THROAT Strep throat is a bacterial infection of the tissues in the back of the throat and the tonsils. The tissues become irritated and inflamed, causing a sudden, severe sore throat. Strep throat is caused by streptococcal (strep) bacteria. There are many different strains of strep bacteria, some of which cause more serious illness than others.
38. Strep can cause a red skin rash,vomiting, loss of appetite, and a general feeling of discomfort or illness.
39. Strep throat is diagnosed with a physical examination, medical history, and a rapid strep test. A throat culture is sometimes done to confirm the results of the rapid strep test.
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41. Your health professional also may also recommend nonprescription medications to relieve pain and discomfort
50. Treatment of Pneumonia To treat Pneumonia a doctor would choose an antibiotic. Mainly based on your health, how serious the pneumonia is, and by how old you are. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic medicine that is sometimes prescribed by doctors, depending on how bad the pneumonia is. If pneumonia isn’t bad, the infection can be treated at home with oral antibiotics. Drink a lot of fluids as well.
51. EMPHYSEMA Emphysema is a chronic (long-lasting) disease that gradually destroys the lungs. This destruction means that you become unable to breathe in enough oxygen. You also have trouble breathing out carbon dioxide.
52. Cigarette smokingis by far the most common reason that people develop emphysema, and it is also the most preventable cause. Other risk factors include air pollution, heredity, male sex, and age. Cigarette smoke contributes to this disease process in 2 ways. 1. It destroys lung tissue, which is the cause of the obstruction. 2. It causes inflammation and irritation of airways that can cause the disease to get worse.
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54. What is tuberculosis (TB)? ► Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease caused by bacteria called Mycobacterium tuberculosis. ► The TB bacteria can affect any part of the body, but usually affects the lungs. ► If not treated properly, a person who has TB infection can develop TB disease. ► If a person develops TB disease and does not get appropriate medical treatment he/she can die.
55. How do you get TB? ►TB is generally spread through the air when a person who has TB disease frequently sneezes, coughs, speaks or sings near others for a long period of time. ►Persons who breathe in air containing TB germs can become infected with TB. ►Typically, only close contacts of a person who has TB disease are considered to be at risk.
56. How is TB infection different from TB disease? ►People with TB infection have a positive TB skin test but they: are not sick, do not have symptoms, cannot spread TB to others, can develop TB disease if not treated for TB infection. ►When TB infection is treated it greatly reduces the chance that you will ever develop TB disease.
57. How do I get tested for TB? ► A TB skin test is performed by injecting a small amount of fluid in the skin on the lower part of the arm. You will need to return within 48-72 hours to have a trained health care worker see if the skin test is positive or negative. ► You can get a skin test at your local health department or at your healthcare provider’s office. ► If you have a positive reaction to the skin test (TB infection), your healthcare provider may do other tests to see if you have developed TB disease.
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59. What are the symptoms of TB? ►Symptoms of TB disease include: feelings of sickness or weakness, weight loss, fever, and night sweats. ►When TB disease affects the lungs, additional symptoms may include: a bad cough that lasts longer than 2 weeks, shortness of breath, pain in the chest and coughing up blood.
60. Remember… ► TB infection occurs when a person has breathed in the TB germ, but the person is not sick. ► TB disease can develop in a person with TB infection if they do not get medical treatment. ► A person with TB disease is sick and may have several symptoms of the disease. ► If left untreated, persons with TB disease can die from TB.
61. How is TB treated? ► TB disease can usually be cured by taking several medicines for 6-12 months. ► It is very important that people who have TB disease take the medication exactly as prescribed. ► If you stop taking the medication too soon, you can become sick again. ► Also, if you do not take the medication correctly, the germs may become resistant to those medications and become more difficult to treat.
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63. LUNG CANCER Lung cancer is the #1 cause of cancer-related deaths by far in the U.S. …more than breast, prostate, and colon cancer combined.
67. How is Lung Cancer Evaluated? Because almost all patients will have a tumor in the lung, a chest x-ray or CT scan of the chest is performed The diagnosis must be confirmed with a biopsy The location(s) of all sites of cancer is determined by additional CT scans, PET (positron emission tomography) scans, and MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) It is important to find out if cancer started in the lung or somewhere else in the body. Cancer arising in other parts of the body can spread to the lung as well
68. How is Lung Cancer Treated? Treatment depends on the stage and type of lung cancer Surgery Radiation therapy Chemotherapy (options include a combination of drugs) Targeted therapy Lung cancer is usually treated with a combination of therapies