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Solving the Burn Depth Puzzle
Laser Doppler flowmetry is a noninvasive measure of microvascular perfusion used to measure burn depth, but is it the best method?
Intermittent Pneumatic Compression or Graduated Compression Stockings for the Control of Postoperati
Commentary on a study on the effectiveness of intermittent pneumatic compression vs graduated compression stockings for the prevention of postoperative venous thrombosis.
Steps for Learning CPR
Learning CPR steps helps you provide caresign. first aid sign image by L. Shat from Fotolia.comCardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a series of steps used to help someone who is not breathing and does not have a heartbeat. Many types of CPR classes are available, including those for the...
15 Things Dermatologists Think Hospitalists Need to Know
Many generalists may feel unprepared to address hospitalized patients with challenging dermatologic conditions. When should a dermatologist be called in?
OSHA Recommendations for Spent Alumina Protective Clothing
Alumina (also known as Aluminum Oxide, Aluminum trioxide, Corundum) is a powdery substance used primarily in the production of aluminum, but it is also used as a drying agent, a component of abrasives and as a chemical catalyst.
Ultrasonic Dissection vs Standard Surgical Technique
Commentary on a study on ultrasonic dissection vs standard surgical technique for hemicolectomy and total gastrectomy, published February 2011 in the British Journal of Surgery.
The Essence of Equilibrium
In this conclusion of a series on issues facing women in hospital medicine, the authors discuss the challenges of balancing the stressful demands of the hospital with family and personal time.
How to Rescue Tormund's Sister in "Neopets" for PS2
"Neopets: The Darkest Faerie" is a PlayStation 2 adventure game that takes place in the Neopian universe. The game starts with a young character known as Tormund, or Tor for short, learning about an evil creature known as the Darkest Faerie, who was banished to the sea thousands of years ago. The sp
Heat Stroke Symptoms
Heat stroke can come on a person suddenly; in some cases, without warning signs of heat exhaustion. If at any point someone experiences symptoms of heat stroke, that person should be taken to a doctor immediately for treatment. Heat stroke can be fatal if left untreated. Take precautions when in ext
10 Things Oncologists Think Hospitalists Need to Know
Cancer patients can be some of the most challenging who come into a hospitalist's care. These 10 tips from oncologists may help.
Head Injury Treatment
Head injury is a general term used to describe any trauma to the head, and most specifically to the brain itself. Learn what to do if you're with someone who experiences a head trauma.
How to Use a Hare Traction Splint
The femur is the largest and strongest bone in the body. A fracture to the femur causes a significant loss of blood -- due to the blood supply to the bone -- as well as the damage the bone ends cause to the surrounding area. It is important to quickly apply a treatment to reduce the damage. The Hare
Gastroschisis Treatment
Gastroschisis is a type of hernia in which the intestine of a newborn infant protrudes through a defect in the umbilical cord. The problem can be detected before birth with frequent monitoring of the fetus via a prenatal ultrasonography while measuring amniotic fluid levels, an excess of which may
Front-line Medicine in the Forgotten War
Robert T. Schorr, MD, FACS, reflects on his experiences as the Battalion Medical Officer, 1st Battalion, 179th Infantry Regiment, 45th Division, Korea, 1952.
Projecting Surgeon Supply Using a Dynamic Model
Will there be a sufficient surgeon workforce to meet the population needs in the near future? This study forecasts the imminent nature of reductions in surgical workforce supply.
Negative Pressure Dressings
The authors present their experience with the use of NPWT in the treatment of open wounds of the extremities.
Medical Examination Requirements
Doctors have to pass the USMLE to practice legally.main surgeon image by Andrey Rakhmatullin from Fotolia.comAccording to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), all doctors who work within the United States have to be licensed in the state in which they work. To become...
Review of Alternatives to Anticoagulation With Warfarin
Find out more on the recently approved anticoagulant agents dabigatran and rivaroxaban and how they compare with warfarin in preventing thromboembolic events in atrial fibrillation.
How to Use Ferrite Chokes
In the digital age, audio and video products are mainly composed of microchips and other advanced electronics components. But basic analog devices utilize a variety of small electrical parts that serve a specific function in their internal circuitry, including capacitors, resistors and transistors.
LASIK Post-Operative Instructions
LASIK surgery decreases or eliminates the use of prescription glasses or contact lenses. A laser permanently changes the cornea's shape, creating better vision. After surgery, there are several things included in the healing process.