Mitral Valve Prolapse by Stephanie Murphy
Mitral valve prolapse is a heart condition where the mitral valve does not work properly. The mitral valve is made up of two flaps that separate the left ventricle and the left atrium. In the case of a properly working mitral valve, it opens and closes to let blood flow from the left atrium to […]
The Deadly Nature of Hypertension by Eric Raines
Hypertension, high blood pressure is a very serious disease that many people have in the United States. High blood pressure occurs when too much pressure is exerted on the artery walls. It is often called the silent killer because it is a disease that many people have and go through life without knowing it until […]
Migraines Are Not Just Bad Headaches by Angela Lamb
Despite popular belief among non-migraine sufferers, migraines are not just really bad headaches. In addition to a really bad headache, migraine sufferers, most commonly women, also experience nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and/or sound. Curious to learn more about why females are largely the recipients of this annoying and often disabling problem I dove […]
Diabetes by Cory Do
Diabetic patients have found many welcoming hospitals and facilities, which help aid them through the process of living life with a diabetic disease. This topic was chosen because there are people in society who are unaffected and have little knowledge about diabetes. The goal is to inform, help people with a higher chance of contracting […]
What is Wheat Grass? by Robert Brown
My Dad’s poor dietary habits ultimately led him towards colon cancer. My Father Michael Brown ate mostly meat. Towards his final few years, he was constantly in and out of the hospital. Diabetes, leg amputation and complete dependence on the healthcare system proved to be a miserable existence for Him. After intensive care treatment the […]
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: […]
Hs and Ts for Cardiac Arrest | Hydrogen Ions, Acidosis | Nashville CPR
CPR Nashville Brings You the Hs and Ts of Cardiac Arrest. Go here for Hypoxia. Hydrogen ion (acidosis) Metabolic Acidosis Defined: State of excess acid accumulation and deficient base bicarbonate. Symptoms are a result of the body’s attempt to compensate for and correct the acidotic condition. Causes: anaerobic metabolism- lactic acid production, chronic alcoholism, diabetic […]
Hs and Ts For Cardiac Arrest | Hypoxia | CPR Nashville
CPR Nashville brings you the Hs and Ts of Cardiac Arrest. These are used in Advanced Cardiac Life Support ACLS classes in Nashville to assess for Cardiac Arrest. Go Here for Hypovolemia. Hypoxia – Defined: A pathological condition in which the body as a whole (generalized hypoxia) or a region of the body (tissue hypoxia) is deprived […]
Hs and Ts Cardiac Arrest | CPR Classes Nashville | CPR Nashville
Hs & Ts by CPR Nashville ***In an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) class don’t forget as a team approach to search for and discuss possible contributing factors/reversible causes. These notes outline the definitions, causes, symptoms, and reversing treatments for the Hs and Ts for Cardiac Arrest. Hypovolemia – Defined: In hypovolemic shock there […]
What is Diabetes by Nancy Bone
More and more people today are being diagnosed with Diabetes. Through modern medicine, diabetes has been separated into three major types, Pre-diabetes, Type I Diabetes, and Type II Diabetes. First, let’s start with “What is diabetes?” Diabetes is a condition in which the body, specifically the pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin for the […]