Introduction The cliché that states “children are just small adults” is certainly not true in the case of long bone fractures. A child’s experience of long bone fractures is dramatically different from that of an adult on account of their rapidly developing physiology (Wood et al 2003). This rapid development results in biochemical and physiological […]
CHAPTER 1 1.0 Introduction In Yemen as well as in many other developing countries the quality of health services which constitute social indicators of justice and equity is far from being satisfactory. Inappropriate, ineffective, and inefficient use of drugs commonly occurs at different health facilities (Abdo-Rabbo, 1993; Abdo-Rabbo, 1997). Irrational prescribing is a habit, which […]
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Get startedINTRODUCTION The aim of this dissertation is to explore the factors affecting concordance with prescribed antipsychotic medications. The rationale for selecting this topic is derived from personal working experience with mental health service users. Having worked as a nursing assistant for the past eight years on acute admissions wards and as a student nurse for […]
CHAPTER -1 CUTANEOUS TUBERCULOSIS INTRODUCTION: In this innovative world while progress in medicine has helped up to deal with many diseases Tuberculosis and Cutaneous Tuberculosis is still a challenge for doctors. A resurgence of Cutaneous Tuberculosis in areas of high HIV incidence, drug resistant present in patients with pulmonary tuberculosis and in immunosupressed patients are […]
Introduction Carbohydrate forms the principle source of energy. Usually polysaccharide (starch and glycogen) which are glucose units joined by a-glucosidic links and disaccharides (sucrose and lactose) the main dietary carbohydrate. Carbohydrate absorption must be presented to the intestinal epithelium in monosaccharide from mainly glucose and therefore digestion must precede absorption. Glucose gained a significant importance […]
Healthcare systems across the globe are under continuous reform. Thus, it is important to note that healthcare systems are still evolving. Moreover, in Europe a distinction is made between so-called Bismarck “mixed” and Beveridge healthcare models. Bismarck systems are based on social insurance, and characterized by a multitude of insurance organizations, who are organizationally independent […]
Study of Factors Influencing Medical Students in their Choice of Career Introduction What makes medicine such a sort-after field? Medicine today is a very highly regarded profession which is well compensated, provides excellent job security and has the opportunity to have a positive influence on the lives of many people1. Success in medicine requires hard […]
1. Introduction 1.1 Mental illness and stigma Inequalities in health services delivery and utilization for people with mental illness has been widely documented.1 Subsequently this results in poorer outcomes for this population in regard to general health, such as circulatory diseases, mortality from natural causes, and access to interventions .2-4 Several issues have been identified […]
Chapter 1 Introduction to Patient Care Using SMS Application Patients travel longer distances for the opinion of consultant which is not possible either due to patient situation or due to distances. Enhancement of health care in different locations and other remote areas can be achieved using mobile phone applications [1]. 1.1 Problem Statement Development of […]
S-Adenosyl-Methionine (SAMe) And Improved Methylation Offer A Serious Alternative To Orthodox Medications Can S-Adenosyl-Methionine (SAMe) and improved methylation offer a serious alternative to orthodox medications in the treatment of depression? Abstract In this dissertation we consider the issues surrounding the use of SAMe as an antidepressant. There are many different aspects to this consideration. […]
Simulation Introduction “Clinical simulation is pretending for the purpose of improving behaviors for someone else’s benefit (Kyle & Murray, 2008, p.xxiv).” All respiratory therapists are trained to manage the airway of an unconscious patient. Endotracheal intubation is the most effective method of securing the airway but is a complex psychomotor skill requiring much practice. Historically, […]
Introduction Medical innovations and rapidly evolving technology has led to a decrease in the rate of mortality from diseases. However, the fast and constantly changing hectic lifestyle of today has led to the introduction of new diseases, unhealthy lifestyle and early, premature deaths. Today s technology has provided us with the benefits of early detection […]
Human trypanosomiasis caused by Trypanosoma evansi and Trypanosoma lewisi in India : A matter of concern Introduction Disease produced by the parasite of genus Trypanosoma called as trypanosomiasis. It is one of the most important hemoprotozoan diseases, widely distributed in animals and human beings. It is endemic in Africa and America, are deadly pathogens that […]
Review of Literature Plants as therapeutic agents Plant medicines are the most widely used medicines in the world today. The use of herbs and plants as the first medicine is a universal phenomenon. Every culture on earth, through written or oral tradition, has relied on the vast variety of natural chemistry found in healing plants […]
Ambien induces sleep as well as causes relaxation. It is used to treat sleep disorders such as trouble falling asleep, waking up many times during the night, or waking up too early in the morning. It is classified as a CNS depressant. CNS depressants slow normal brain function. In higher doses, some CNS depressants can […]
Samenvatting In de gezondheidszorg zijn gelijke rechten en plichten erg van belang. Deze rechten en plichten worden in verscheidene wetten en verdragen belicht. Onder één van deze gelijkheidswetten behoort het gelijkheidsbeginsel. Het gelijkheidsbeginsel komt in veel internationale verdragen tot uitdrukking. In de Nederlandse wet is dit beginsel verankerd in artikel 1 van de grondwet. Gelijke […]
What the problems and needs of the sponsor are? Evaluate Healthcare Informatics in the governmental hospitals of Kuwait Develop a unified definition for the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Identify some of the EMR implementation benefits and challenges in the governmental hospitals of Kuwait Develop an informative reference about EMR implementation in the governmental hospitals of Kuwait What are the […]
2. Methodology: Critically examine possible quantitative and qualitative approaches to examining medication adherence/compliance in African Americans and choose the ‘best’ research method (support your choice). Denote the strengths and weaknesses of using multiple regression and logistic regression when analyzing data. When you have a dependent variable that can be continuous or dichotomous, choose which regression […]
CHAPTER-I INTRODUCTION “Every child born into the world is a new thought of god an ever fresh and radiant possibilityâ€? -Kate dauglas Wiggin Health is the most important, sought-after thing in the world by all, no matter who we are, when well- cared for their earliest years, children are more likely to survive grow up […]
The common name mussel is used for members of several families of clams or bivalvia mollusca, from saltwater and freshwater habitats. These groups have in common a shell whose outline is elongated and asymmetrical compared with other edible clams, which are often more or less rounded or oval. The word “mussel” is most frequently used […]
Introduction: Depression is one of the parts of mental disorder which is affecting millions of people worldwide. [6] The logical analytical approach used in clinical and forensic toxicology for the identification of one or more Antidepressant Drugs as a cause of intoxication is largely based on both simple and fast screening methods which cover their […]
Euthanasia:Â Whose decision is it??? I.Introduction In a 1988 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association, an article titled “It’s Over Debbie” describes how an anonymous doctor administers a fatal dose of morphine to a woman dying of ovarian cancer (Anonymous, 1988). In a 1989 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine, […]
2.1 Definitions of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) CSR has been defined as the duty of the organization to respect individuals’ rights and promote human welfare in its operations (Manakkalathil and Rudolf, 1995; Oppewal et al., 2006). Businesses not only have the economic responsibility of being profitable and the legal responsibility to follow the laws or […]
The issue of grievance handling has not been new in organizations and it has been one of the most persistent problems of all times. In the course of running an organization, there are many complaints that are handled daily by the management which constitute the process of grievance handling. Grievances are common not only in […]
Chapter 2: LITERATURE REVIEW 2.1 Medical tourism 2.1.1 Introduction to Medical tourism The word “Medicalâ€? means treatment of illness, disorder or injuries. In general, “Tourismâ€? means traveling for pleasure. According to World Tourism Organization(WTO), the word “Tourismâ€? compromises of “the activities of persons traveling to and staying in place outside their usual environment for leisure, […]
The Indian healthcare sector is expected to become a US$ 280 billion industry by 2020 with spending on health estimated to grow 14 per cent annually, according to a report by an industry body. “Healthcare has emerged as one of the most progressive and largest service sectors in India with an expected GDP spend of […]
Case Study: The Government and the Affordable Care Act of 2010 Abstract The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 has certainly been a momentous subject for the United States history. This case study will describe the many significant processes of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010. It is essential for […]
Certificate of Need Project The Certificate of Need (CON) program is a mechanism used by some states to restrain or control health care facility costs and to allow for the coordinated planning of new services and construction. The CON program was created by the National Health Planning and Resource Development Act (“NHPRDAâ€) in 1974. […]
The overall aim of this report is to critically analyse the real case study of health care pharmaceuticals, a geocentric company with headquarter in Germany, and to suggest the best suitable compensation policy for the company. The report demands to suggest that whether the globally standardised or locally customised policy will be best suitable for […]
Data Governance Cancer Care Ontario Personal Case Study TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION The Facts ABSTRACT PROBLEM STATEMENT INTRODUCTION This section will not be the focus of this project document, but rather a short introduction so that the audience can relate to the background of CCO. As the Ontario government’s advisor on the cancer and renal […]
