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Altered level of consciousness
| Institution | University |
| Course | BACHELOR OF SCIENCE... |
| Year | 1st Year |
| Semester | Unknown |
| Posted By | stephen oyake rabilo |
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altered level of consciousness is defined as a condition of being less responsive to and aware of environmental stimuli.
• LOC is gauged on a continuum with a normal state of alertness and full cognition(consciousness) on one end and coma on the other end.
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DERMATOLOGICAL CONDITIONS
Dermatological refers to disorders or disease that affect the skin, hair and nails. This conditions manifest in different ways including rushes, itching, swelling blisters, discoloration and sores. Dermatological conditions are caused by variety of factors such as infections(bacterial, fungal or viral), autoimmune disorders, allergies, genetic predisposition, hormonal imbalance and certain medication
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NUR 229:BACTERIAL MENINGITIS
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influenzae type B
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GENDER AND SEXUAL REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH
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These roles are learned, vary across cultures and change over time.
Gender is dynamic, geographical, learned and
socially constructed.
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GIT Drugs
Ulceration and erosion of the lining of
the upper portion of the GIT are common
problems that manifest as Gastro
Esophageal Reflux Disease, gastric and
duodenal peptic ulcers, and stress related mucosal injury
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DISORDERS OF PENIS, URETHRA
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permanent erectile dysfunction if not treated
promptly
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Theories and Concepts of Growth and Development
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HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Examining the male patient:
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• This helps the patient feel less embarrassed
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Hematinic
RBCs are produced in the bone marrow by
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INTRODUCTION TO MIDWIFERY AND WOMEN'S HEALTH.
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devil
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