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For most of us who are registered nurses, and have been functioning as one for quite some time now, it is not just a profession but it is a passion...
For most of us who are registered nurses, and have been functioning as one for quite some time now, it is not just a profession but it is a passion...
Cardiomyopathy is a disease that weakens and eventually enlarges the heart muscle. Since the heart is weak, it is unable to pump enough blood or rather it makes it harder...
PRC December 2011 Nursing Board Exam Room Assignments. Manila Manila (Removal) Baguio Dagupan La Union Pampanga Cabanatuan Cagayan De Oro Davao Tuguegarao (Removal) Tuguegarao Pagadian Legazpi Important Reminders: Examinees should...
Latex allergy can be determined by one of the three groups of signs and symptoms:
1. Irritant dermatitis – People who get this form of latex allergy involves the skin as the contact surface. Itchiness and eventual breakdown on the skin can predispose individuals especially health care workers to entrance of bacteria that can be found in the hospital causing nosocomial infections.
2. Delayed hypersensitivity reaction – The reaction surfaced after 24 hour to 48 hours of exposure. Initially, itchiness can also be seen as well as redness. An individual is expected to be allegic with latex in the future as this delayed reaction can be seen.
3. Immunoglobulin E mediated reaction – This can be serious since the latex proteins comes in contact with the bloodstream, the tendency of the body is to release IgE which are specific for allergic reaction. This is common when latex are used inside the body such as during surgical intervention.
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