Epileptic Seizures by Melissa Rodgers
The topic I chose to research and write about is epilepsy because I have recently raised my brow to the fact that when an individual has a seizure that does not mean that they are automatically diagnosed with the condition epilepsy. In fact, as defined, epilepsy basically is a brain disorder in which a person […]
Lyme disease by Gina Bloomburg
Lyme disease affects approximately 16,000 people each year in the United States alone, as reported by the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention. The disease was not known in the United States until 1977, when a group of children in Lyme, Connecticut were diagnosed with symptoms resembling arthritis, although there is some indication that […]
Kidney Infections by Mandi Magruder
A kidney infection, or Pyelonephritis, is an infection that travels up into the kidney(s) and can be caused by bacteria that cause urinary tract infections, which travel up through the ureters, or objects obstructed in the kidneys, ureters, or bladder. A urinary tract infection that goes untreated could also result in an infection of the […]
What is Broselow Tape? PALS Class Nashville
Any healthcare providers that work in emergency pediatric situations must be PALS certified with the American Heart Association. PALS stands for Pediatric Advanced Life Support. A typical PALS class is usually given over 2 days, however, some training sites offer a one-day class such as CPR Nashville. All the typical skills associated with an emergency […]
Esophageal Cancer by Erin McCullough
It is not news that maintaining a healthy lifestyle can reduce your risk for many health problems, including cancer. What exactly does that mean? Eat right, exercise, do not smoke, and drink in moderation seem to be the most common, and obvious, answers. For esophageal cancer, this could not be more apparent. The leading risk […]
Hs and Ts Thrombosis Coronary and Pulmonary | ACLS Classes Nashville
For Hs and Ts Tension Pneumothorax Click Here. CPR Nashville classes in ACLS. Thrombosis- Coronary/Pulmonary Defined: The formation of a blood clot inside a blood vessel obstructs the flow of blood through the circulatory system. A clot that breaks free and begins to travel around the body is known as an embolus. When a […]
Ts and Hs Cardiac Arrest | Tension Pneumothorax
Click Here for Hs and Ts Hypothermia and Tamponade. Tension Pneumothorax- Defined: A tension pneumothorax occurs secondary to blunt or penetrating injury of the lung which results in a one-way valve being created. Air leaks from the lung out into the pleural space and is unable to escape, resulting in increased intrapleural pressure. Intrapleural pressure […]
Cardiac Arrest Hs & Ts Mnemonic Device
Go Here for Hypoglycemia. CPR Nashville brings your Hs and Ts for recognizing cardiac arrest in an Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS class Nashville, TN. Hypothermia- Defined: a condition in which core temperature drops below the required temperature for normal metabolism and body functions which is defined as 35.0 °C (95.0 °F). Cardiac Tamponade- Defined: Pressure on the […]
Hs and Ts Cardiac Arrest | Hypoglycemia | ACLS Class Nashville
Click Here For Hs and Ts Hypokalemia CPR Nashville teaches Advanced Cardiac Life Support Nashville certification classes. Hypoglycemia- Defined: Hypoglycemia is a condition that occurs when your blood sugar (glucose) is too low. Blood sugar below 70 mg/dL is considered low. Blood sugar at or below this level can harm you. ***can lead to […]
Hs and Ts | Cardiac Arrest Signs | Hyperkalemia | CPR Nashville
Go here for Hypokalemia. CPR Nashville brings you the Hs and Ts of Cardiac Arrest that you would learn in ACLS classes in Nashville. Hyperkalemia- Defined: Hyperkalemia is defined as a potassium level greater than 5.5 mEq/L.Ranges are as follows: 5.5-6.0 mEq/L – Mild, 6.1-7.0 mEq/L – Moderate, 7.0 mEq/L and greater – Severe Causes: […]