It has been noted that shock in children can be easily managed if early recognition of the condition is achieved and if timely intervention and treatment is initiated. Nurses have a big role in such through proper patient assessment, family education, and proper management. Assessment It is crucial for the health team to come up […]
Importance It is necessary in serving the fetus and to prepare the circulatory system to function after birth Three Important Parts of the Fetal Circulation Ductus Venosus shunts a significant majority (80%) of the blood flow of the umbilical vein directly to the inferior vena cava it allows oxygenated blood from the placenta to bypass the liver in conjunction with the […]
Rabies is an avoidable viral disease of mammals mainly often transmitted through the bite of a rabid animal. According to Centre of Disease and Control, majority of the cases reported were bites from raccoons, skunks, bats, and foxes. Recent studies show that rabies is worldwide. Every year, according to the World Health Organization, approximately 55,000 […]
Potassium deficit or hypokalemia is a condition where the serum potassium in the blood becomes lower than its normal value of 3.5 meq/L. It is common among pediatric patients who are critically ill. It reflects a total body insufficiency of potassium or associated with conditions that promote the shift of extracellular potassium into the intracellular […]
Hyperkalemia or potassium excess is an occurrence where the serum potassium concentration is greater than the normal limits. The major cause of this condition is attributed to a decreased renal excretion of potassium (those who have underlying renal conditions are at most risk). Some may be caused by an adrenal hormone deficiency (causes potassium retention) […]
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