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Sun Poisoning in Children
Sun poisoning occurs when the symptoms of a sunburn (itchiness, redness, peeling) become more serious. The condition can be more likely and harmful in children.
How to Learn Child CPR
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation is extremely helpful in extending the window of time a person can survive without defibrillation. It's vital that help is arriving while CPR is being carried out. There are different rules for different people, but they all have similar guidelines. When dealing with a
Pillar Procedure Complications
Snoring can be an embarrassing habit for the culprit and an insanely frustrating obstacle for those who have to attempt to sleep through it. Snoring impedes the sleep of millions of Americans daily, but can be cured with the Pillar procedure. The Pillar procedure is performed by the the doctor placi
Marine Stings and Scrapes-Credits
A list of authors contributing to the topic of marine stings and scrapes.
Carotid Stents vs Endarterectomy: Separate and Not Yet Equal
Frank Veith, MD, takes issue with the AHA guidelines that claim equivalency between carotid stenting and endarterectomy.
How to Use a Patient Lift
A sling lift or patient lift is a type of hydraulic machine that helps medical personnel move and transport patients who are immobile and may be too heavy to lift manually. Patient lifts are commonly used in nursing homes, hospitals, extended-care centers and hospices. They are fairly simple to oper
Gastric Bypass Surgery Outcomes After Failed Gastric Banding
With such a high number of reoperations after gastric banding, are the indications for gastric banding too broad?
Nobel-Honored Surgeons
Since the Nobel prize was first presented 100 years ago, only 10 surgeons have been honored. Their contributions range from the discovery of antibiotics to the first organ transplantation. Dr. Albert Lowenfels surveys their lives and accomplishments.
Definition of Debridement
According to "Fundamental Nursing Skills and Concepts" by Barbara Kuhn Timby, debridement is when dead tissue is removed from a wound to promote healing. While most wounds heal on their own, devitalized tissue can sometimes impede this process.
Earthquake Emergency Procedures
Earthquakes do not give any warning as to when they will happen. This makes it necessary for people who live in earthquake prone areas to know the emergency procedures beforehand to survive and earthquake. Teach these procedures to your children and your employees. Have drills to make sure everyone
First Aid Steps for Choking in Children
Learn these steps from WebMD for helping a choking child.
Facts About the American Red Cross
For over 100 years, the American Red Cross has been providing the country with disaster relief. The Red Cross started its services by helping victims of war and disasters, but has now expanded its services to several other areas, with the main objective of helping others reduce their suffering. The
How to Remove Surgical Gloves
Learning to properly remove surgical gloves is essential for the safety of any medical professional. Those using surgical gloves to protect their hands while performing non-medical tasks, such as automotive work, need to understand how to properly remove these types of gloves as well in order to pro
Failure to Reposition Increases Pressure at the Sacrum
Are patients who slide down more likely to develop pressure ulcers?
President's Message (A Cry for Help Unanswered?)
Unfortunately, AAEM can do little to help members who sign contracts that give away some of their basic employment rights.
How to Become CPR & First Aid Certified
According to the American Heart Association, more than 250,000 experience out-of-hospital sudden cardiac death. Early Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation can double or triple a person's chance of survival. Additionally, the United States Department of Labor reported more than 130,000 workplace injuries i
Phlebotomy Clinic Emergency Procedures
Phlebotomists use safety protocols when drawing blood.drawing blood image by Pix by Marti from Fotolia.comPhlebotomy emergency protocols are required in all clinical practices. Phlebotomy is licensed practice of drawing blood from individuals. Clinical laboratory assistants and nurse...
Infant CPR Information
If an infant chokes, suffocates or receives any number of injuries that could inhibit her breathing, it is a matter of minutes before the loss of blood flow can cause brain damage, according to the United States National Library of Medicine. CPR, when properly learned and applied, can help avoid dea
Animal and Human Bites-Prevention
Tips to help prevent bite injuries: Do not disturb animals, even your family pets, while they are eating, sleeping, or nursing. Animal mothers can be very aggressive when protecting their young. Never leave a young child or baby alone with an animal.