18. I insisted on giving him Protein C. We had to cut his skull open. I insisted on amphotericin. Killed his kidneys. I missed the pneumonia completely. I would've searched his home and ignored mine. I would've watched him die trying to save his hand. Oh, if I didn't have House ...
Prescription Medication Abuse: What Do We Do?Harm reductionInjecting drug useOral useGelatine capsulesStimulantsMethamphetamineAn abstract is unavailable.doi:10.3109/10884602.2011.547057ComptonPeggyJournal of Addictions Nursing
Prescription and Delivery of Enteral Nutrition for ICU Patients: A Case Study of a Hospital in the Interior of Brazil Background: The objective of the present study was to evaluate during one year the total delivery of volume, calories, and proteins and compare them with t... VPDO Junior,...
Treat Yourself: Is Self-Medication the Prescription for What Ails American Health Care?This paper analyzes the drive to switch more pharmaceutical products to nonprescription status. First, it describes the mechanisms and criteria used by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to distinguish between...
When should I seek immediate care?You lose feeling in your hands or feet. You lose feeling on one side of your body. You have sudden pain in your eyes and vision problems.When should I contact my healthcare provider?You have trouble urinating, or you urinate less than usual. You have ...
When should I seek immediate care?You have a fever and night sweats. You cough up blood. You have a headache and a stiff neck. You are confused and notice changes in the way you think.When should I call my doctor?You are having side effects from your medicines that make you want to...
The article considers self-medication and its influence in the U.S. health care industry. Official figures showing the annual sales of nonprescription products in the country is provided. The Food and Drug Administration explained that nonprescription medications have a vital role in the U.S. hea...
Can't be used for costs that aren't deemed necessary, such as teeth whitening, funeral services, or non-prescription medication Is set up by the employer, who decides how much money goes into the plan Can't withdraw funds first, then pay expenses; must pay first, and then wait to get...
The start date is in a month, and HR requires a (urine) drug test, which does not surprise me. But I have a concern. I take prescription medication and I’m worried my meds will turn up in the test results. The meds are for a chronic condition I do not want to reveal to the ...
You may get injured or sick during your travels – if you need prescription medication, make sure to check whether your medication is legal and available in your destination country/ies. You might lose something – make sure to make copies of all important documents such as tickets, passport,...