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May 10, 2024 · Maternal sepsis is a life-threatening medical emergency defined as organ dysfunction resulting from infection during pregnancy, childbirth, abortion, miscarriage, or the postpartum period. Neonatal sepsis describes sepsis in an infant’s first 28 days of life. The U.S. has the third highest rate of maternal mortality of all high-income ...
Apr 30, 2024 · 3. Monitor and report any signs and symptoms of infection. Signs and symptoms of infection vary according to the body area involved. Assess for the following signs and symptoms: 3.1. Redness, swelling, increased pain, a purulent discharge from incisions, injury, and exit sites of tubes (IV tubings), drains, or catheters. These are the classic ...
May 17, 2024 · Sepsis is the body’s response to a severe infection. Sepsis symptoms can change and are not easy to detect. Infections like bacterial, viral, or fungal ones often cause sepsis. Blood tests, imaging tests, and vital sign examinations help doctors diagnose sepsis. Sepsis management includes medicines, intensive care support, and sometimes surgery.
May 4, 2024 · Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in young children and infants. It causes swelling and irritation and a buildup of mucus in the small airways of the lung. These small airways are called bronchioles. Bronchiolitis is almost always caused by a virus. Bronchiolitis starts out with symptoms much like a common cold.
May 2, 2024 · The dying process usually begins well before death takes place. There are often signs 40 days (or more) before death where people move through end-of-life stages that follow a general timeline. Being tuned in to the physical, mental, and emotional changes of your loved one can help you recognize the ...
May 10, 2024 · The urinary system is responsible for providing the route for drainage of urine formed by the kidneys, and these should be fully functional because the damage could easily affect other body systems. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are caused by pathogenic microorganisms in the urinary tract. The normal urinary tract is sterile above the urethra.
May 14, 2024 · Diagnosis of Jaundice. Diagnosing jaundice involves the following: Physical exam – this involves assessing for unusual bruising, abnormal collection of blood vessels under the skin (spider angiomas), red discoloration of the palms (palmar erythema) and palpation of the liver for signs of tenderness. Laboratory studies.
