Overview of a Concussion A concussion is when the brain becomes injured. The brain does not function correctly for a while after a concussion. You might have problems with coordination, stability, focus, judgement, and memory. Causes of a Concussion A concussion is caused by an unexpected, fierce bump to the brain. It might be caused […]
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Overview Of Foreign Objects In The Eye This occurs when any foreign body pierces the eye If the item is small it will be removed naturally by tears or the eyelashes Larger items will require the help of medical experts. Causes Of A Foreign Object In The Eye Dust particles become lodged in the eye Debris
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What Are Gastric Problems? These problems take place in the abdomen Interruption of the gastric mucosa causes an acid discharge Acids contact the nerve endings in the stomach Gastric problems causes pain and uneasiness Types Of Gastric Problems May be once off or it can be chronic Acute gastric issues decreases quickly Chronic gastric issues
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A stroke is considered a medical emergency and needs to be treated as soon as possible. The effects of a stroke are life changing. Immediate medical assistance can make a vast difference and can even mean the difference between life and death. Recognizing a Stroke It is vital to know how to identify the symptoms of
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People might see abdominal pain and stress as isolated problems, but the two often relate to each other through emotional and physical means. Nervousness is produced from stress which can affect the body’s nervous system and disturb functioning in the abdominal section. Some individuals might even notice they experience stomach problems when experiencing challenging situations.
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An automated external defibrillator is a gadget that’s used to check the rhythm of one’s heart. It can also be used to send an electric shock to the heart in an attempt to restore its normal rhythm. The devices are also used in the treatment of sudden cardiac arrests (SCAs). Sudden cardiac arrests happen
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A parasite refers to a plant or an animal that lives on or in another plant or animal from a different kind and feeds from it. Usually the relationship between the parasite and the host is non-mutual. The parasite benefits from shelter and food at the expense of the host thereby weakening the activities of
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Abstract The purpose of this experiment is to investigate neural responses to voluntary functions and reflexes. Right-handed participants were chosen to complete the tasks concerning patellar reflexes in relaxed and in Jendrassik’s maneuver position in order to understand its significance on the stretch reflex. The participants were also tested on their corresponding reaction times with
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Many people are not confident to help in an emergency because of the lack of first aid training. Despite the advocacy of the government and private organizations to train more people in first aid, the number of trained first aiders remains dismal. This reflects on the number of accident-related disabilities and deaths which could have
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