Odudu Abasi A bounding pulse is when a person feels their heart beating harder or more vigorously than usual. [ninja_tables id=”73422″] People are often worried that a bounding pulse is a sign of a heart problem. However, anxiety or panic attacks cause many cases and will resolve on their own. People may notice their heartbeat feels stronger …
Schamberg disease represents the most common type of pigmented purpuric dermatoses (PPDs), a chronic, benign, cutaneous eruptions characterized by petechiae, purpura, and increased skin pigmentation (brown, red, or yellow patchy). In Summary: Schamberg disease is a skin ailment that produces pigmentation of the lower limbs. It mainly affects the lower limbs and very rarely …
The half-moon shape at the base of your fingernail is known as a lunula. Lunulae cover the bottom of your nail, just above your cuticle. [ninja_tables id=”73415″] Lunulae are part of your nail matrix. The matrix refers to the tissue just beneath your nail. It contains nerves, lymph, and blood vessels. It also produces the …
Defining/Explaining Peak Inspiratory Pressure (PIP) [ninja_tables id=”73411″] Peak inspiratory pressure is the pressure that is generated by the ventilator to overcome both airway resistance and alveolar resistance. The goal of the pressure is to obtain the set inspiratory flow and the tidal volume goal that is set by the provider. The maximum amount of pressure …
Definition and Description of Smith Lemli Opitz Syndrome Smith-Lemli-Opitz syndrome is a congenital or developmental condition that affects many bodily systems. This disorder is distinguished by unusual facial characteristics, a tiny head shape (microcephaly), intellectual handicap or learning difficulties, and behavioral difficulties. Many of the children impacted by this syndrome have autism, a developmental …