This assignment is a reflection of ethical dilemmas in nursing practice as a registered nurse; this paper is based on the group assignment which was completed for NURS3004. This reflection will include an explanation of the role that I portrayed in the group, the preparation that I did for the role, what could have been done differently, how this group assignment has impacted me in terms of working in a team and finally explain how this assignment will assist me in my future clinical practice as
Allergy Friendly Halloween Treats Halloween is a fun and festive time, where children get to go out and receive large amounts of goodies. However, for children that live with allergies, this time of year can be anything but fun and festive. Fortunately, companies have been striving to produce lines of allergen friendly Halloween treats that you can feel safe giving to your child. What are Some Great Allergen Friendly Halloween Treats? When it comes to allergen friendly Halloween treats, most people
Abstract: Food allergy is defined as an adverse immunologic response to a dietary protein. Food-related reactions are associated with a broad array of signs and symptoms that may involve many bodily systems including the skin, gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts, and cardiovascular system. Food allergy is a leading cause of anaphylaxis and, therefore, referral to an allergist for appropriate and timely diagnosis and treatment is imperative. Diagnosis involves a careful history and diagnostic
Animal testing has been getting worse and worse by the minute; 100 million animals die each year from the painful, death-threatening experiences. Animal testing has been around since 322 BC. Some people believe no living creature should ever be treated like that and be put in treacherous experiences that they have no say in to stop them. Others think it is a great, more realistic way for testing products we use on an everyday basis. People all over the world say it's the closest thing were ever going
Eczema Skin Disease Eczema alludes to an unending incendiary skin condition, described by dry skin, with patches that are red and seriously irritated. These patches of eczema may overflow, turn out to be textured, crusted, or solidified. Side effects can run from mellow to extreme, and the condition can contrarily affect personal satisfaction. Dermatitis can happen anyplace on the skin and is normally found on the flexors. There are numerous sorts of eczema, with the most widely recognized one being
Omalizumab Omalizumab is a humanized monoclonal antibody used for the treatment of persistent allergic asthma. In general, allergic reactions are triggered by IgE present in human immune system. Allergies predominately occur on skin surface, in gut, in respiratory tract, or any other sites of parasitic invasion. The persistent allergic asthma is the allergic reaction at the respiratory tract that initiates inflammation, bronchoconstriction and mucus secretion. Omalizumab binds to the Cε3 domain of
child’s life. Food allergies are a struggle that many families have to endure on a daily basis. It is predicted that at least 1 in 13 children have a type of food allergy in the United States alone. The allergies range from slight intolerances to severe allergic reactions. It is vital around the holidays that families feel safe while letting their children trick-or-treat. It’s no fun when parents have to go through Halloween goodies and pull out over half the candy because of an allergy,
Explain the benefits of food additives. In theory, additives are supposed to be safe. However, they can provoke allergic reactions in some children. Foods which contain the highest amounts of additives are sweets, savoury snacks, desserts and snack bars. Some of the most common additives in foods which you should look out for on labels are: Colourings: Tartrazine (E102) Sunset Yellow (E110) Carmoisine (E122)
Mass hysteria (also known as collective hysteria or group hysteria) in psychology is defined as an imagined or assumed threat that causes physical symptom among a large number of people. It spreads rapidly through rumours and fears. Mass hysteria is often characterized by the rapid spread of conversion disorder, a condition where people start complaining about their health without any sound basis of it. This phenomenon is known as Mass psychogenic illness. It is seen that in such instances, psychological
medications from sunscreen with aloe Vera to many different creams to treat acne. Unfortunately nothing worked as expected, and finally I decide to look for a professional treatment; I visited a dermatologist. After more that five consultations and an allergy test (non mention the economical burden); my doctor told me that my condition was a no curable disease named rosacea. My prescription was a Azelaic Acid Cream 20% 15 gram tube which cost me more than twenty five dollar each. At first, the product
typically have more of these symptoms. In a study conducted in Thammasat University Hospital it was found that in children with allergic rhinitis there is a higher prevalence of sleep problems that in those without allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis (allergies) may occur year-round or seasonally. Airborne particles from trees, outdoor mold, grass, or ragweed can be seasonal causes. Indoor substances such as indoor mold, dust mites in bedding, mattresses, and carpeting, pet dander, and cockroaches can cause
of eczema. Eczema usually begins in infancy or early childhood with a significant proportion of children having continued problems into adulthood. Patients who suffer from eczema suffer from itchy, dry and inflamed skin, sometimes suffering food allergies and/or asthma, which can take away from their quality of life. The cause of Eczema is still unknown, however “much of the medical community believes liver dysfunction is related to Eczema.” (Achtermen, 2015) When a liver cell is damaged the enzyme
Written Assignment Unit 2 by Elie Arslan Unhealthy eating or poor diet is a health behavior that I found myself engaging in the past two years. Since my promotion to a Quality Manager position, I work and travel a lot to audit different clinical suppliers domestically and internationally. Unfortunately, food is sometimes the last thing I think about when I am working. When I wake up in the morning, I skip breakfast and leave home to start work at 7:30 am. When I arrive at work, my executive assistant
Pandas are cute cuddly and one of the most beloved animals in the world. Sadly, their numbers have declined and there are only 1600 pandas left living in the wild. Do you ever ask why? That’s the mission of many conservationists, but should this be at any expense? That is the dilemma that is facing the animal world right now; should we save pandas or should we allow them to become extinct? The emotive photos of pandas in the internet is the only reason why everyone is in love with them. In reality
Bronchial asthma What is Bronchial asthma? It is a chronic inflammatory disease of the lungs that made the airways to swell and narrow, hence results in periodic "attacks" of coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and chest tightness. This problem can affect any one despite of any age group or gender. Bronchial asthma mainly depends on a number of environmental and hereditary factors. What are the symptoms of Bronchial asthma? The symptoms of Bronchial asthma can vary from person to person and
ABSTRACT Anaphylactic shock is an extreme lethal allergy to certain foods, medications, or insect bites. It is an allergic reaction that can involves all systems in the body. Rapid intervention is very important because the patient may suffer from hypotension, loss of consciousness and death. This case report will describe a lady who presented with acute generalized body itchiness associated with difficulty in breathing and near fainting episode and was then diagnosed to have anaphylactic shock.
¬ Acute asthma attack refers to a single episode while chronic asthma refers to a long-term condition. Acute episodes are triggered by type I hypersensitivity reaction to an inhaled antigen. Type I hypersensitivity begins when an individual is exposed to a specific allergen and for some reason, develops IgE antibodies from B lymphocytes, these antibodies then attach to mast cells in specific locations which ultimately creates sensitized mast cells. When the individual is re-exposed to the same
Since allergic rhinitis is frequently caused by pollen, symptoms occur when pollen is in the air. Trees primarily pollinate in the spring, while grasses pollinate in the spring and summer. Weeds usually pollinate in the late summer and fall. Of allergy sufferers in the United States, many are allergic to ragweed, about half are allergic to grasses, and fewer are allergic to trees. Of course, many people are allergic to other substances such as mold spores, animal protein, and dust mites, to name
The eyelids perform many important functions, including protecting and lubricating the eye, producing oil secretions, and helping to drain away tears. The following conditions are usually not serious and can often be easily treated. Contact us at Atlantic Vision Center to treat these conditions, which can be uncomfortable, unattractive, and can lead to more serious problems. *Blepharitis is a common and persistent inflammation of the eyelid margins, or the edges of the eyelids. This condition frequently
seasonal allergies hope with a potential vaccine that nudges the immune system response away from developing allergies. The findings published in the journal Mucosal Immunology have major clinical implications since allergies and asthma are lifelong conditions that often start in childhood and for which there is presently no cure. The reasons why allergies develop remain unexplained, but it is believed that all children are born with the potential to develop allergies. Children without allergies make