Metabolic bone disease
Understand the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus, common disturbances, and nutrient requirements in preterm infants. Learn why metabolic bone disease is important and its long-term effects on bone health.
1 views • 59 slides
Appropriate use of benzodiazepines for sleep disturbances in people living with dementia
The proper use of benzodiazepines for managing sleep disturbances in individuals living with dementia. This education activity by CMUS provides valuable information on the topic.
2 views • 27 slides
NERC IBR Alert Summary
NERC IBR Alert Summary highlights the issued Level 2 Alert pertaining to disturbances in BES-connected solar PV resources, focusing on data collection for possible BPS performance risks. The summary also covers insights on ERCOT Region inverter manufacturers, fault ride-through behavior, and phase p
0 views • 17 slides
Electrolyte and Metabolic Disturbances in the Critically Ill
Dr. Srilekha Ammapalli discusses the cations (sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium) and anions (chloride, bicarbonate, phosphate, lactate) involved in electrolyte and metabolic disturbances in critically ill patients. The physiology, causes of abnormalities, diagnosis, evaluation, and management of
2 views • 104 slides
SMALL FIBRE
Small fiber neuropathy involves thin and unmyelinated nerve fibers, leading to various sensory disturbances. The Erlanger and Gasser classification details the different types of nerve fibers involved. Symptoms include burning, tingling, and numbness, often presenting in a stocking-glove pattern. Di
4 views • 53 slides
Understanding Postnatal Depression: Risk Factors, Symptoms, and Assessment in a Case Study
This case study revolves around Rachel, a 36-year-old woman experiencing postnatal depression. She exhibits symptoms of low mood, guilt, sleep disturbances, and lack of appetite. Risk factors including her past history of depression, family mental health background, and lack of sibling support are d
2 views • 16 slides
Improving Sleep Quality, The Role of Sleep Lab Services by MedKarma
In today's fast-paced world, quality sleep is often elusive, yet essential for overall well-being. Sleep disturbances can impact physical health, cognitive function, and emotional stability. Recognizing the significance of healthy sleep patterns, MedKarma is dedicated to providing comprehensive slee
6 views • 8 slides
Comprehensive School and Community Treatment Outcomes for Youth 2023 Legislative Update
The Comprehensive School and Community Treatment (CSCT) Program aims to support high-risk students behaviorally, socially, emotionally, and academically. The program provides individualized mental health services, enhances social and academic skills, and offers counseling to parents/families. CSCT t
0 views • 20 slides
Seminar 7 Digital Communication and Signal Processing
Learn how to design a second order ARMA filter to suppress sinusoidal disturbances in a signal while preserving the original signal. The process involves deriving the transfer function, determining coefficients, and sketching a block diagram representation of the filter.
0 views • 7 slides
Understanding Anxiety: Causes, Effects, and Solutions
Anxiety is a natural emotion that can lead to physical symptoms and disruptions in daily life. Causes include stressful events, high-stress environments, personality traits, and childhood trauma. Effects may manifest as sweating, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and excessive worry. Solutions involve re
0 views • 11 slides
Understanding Tropical Cyclones: General Characteristics, Types, and Origins
Tropical cyclones, developed in the region between the tropics of Capricorn and Cancer, exhibit unique characteristics such as varying size and velocity. They primarily impact coastal areas, known for low pressure centers and lack of temperature variations. These cyclones are classified based on int
0 views • 15 slides
Impacts of Shark Removal on Coral Reef Dynamics
This study delves into the repercussions of shark removal on the intricate ecosystem of coral reefs. It explores the correlation between shark abundance, reef fish community structure, benthic disturbances like cyclones and bleaching, and the synergistic effects of top-down and bottom-up processes.
1 views • 18 slides
Boreal Wildfire Effects and Research Synthesis
The thematic breakout report focuses on the impacts of fire and insect disturbances on the environment, with projects studying wildfires in boreal regions and their effects on ecosystems. Various studies funded by agencies like NASA and ERC aim to understand wildfire vulnerability, resiliency, and c
0 views • 10 slides
Understanding Acid-Base Balance in Health and Disease
Many critical illnesses can disrupt acid-base balance, indicating underlying diseases or organ damage. Interpretation of disturbances requires analyzing arterial blood gases, plasma electrolytes, and compensatory mechanisms. Acid-base disorders are classified into respiratory acidosis, respiratory a
3 views • 26 slides
Understanding Acid-Base Balance in the Body: Importance and Regulation
Acid-base balance is crucial for maintaining optimal health, as slight deviations in hydrogen ion concentration can impact enzyme activity and metabolic processes. The body employs various defense mechanisms to regulate pH levels, involving buffers, lungs, and kidneys. Strong acids release more H+ i
1 views • 48 slides
Understanding Rabies: Epidemiology, Etiology, and Control Measures
Rabies is an acute fatal disease affecting humans and warm-blooded animals worldwide. It is characterized by abnormal behavior, nervous disturbances, and ultimately death due to respiratory paralysis. Rabies claims approximately 55,000 human lives annually, with efforts at control showing marginal s
1 views • 22 slides
Understanding Personality Disorders in Older Adults
Personality disorders in older adults refer to pervasive disturbances in personality and behavior that impact social functioning. Prevalence is around 10% in older community populations, with three main types of disorders categorized by emotional traits. Recent personality changes may indicate under
0 views • 12 slides
Understanding PTSD and Trauma: A Comprehensive Overview
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a clinical diagnosis that develops following exposure to a distressing event. Trauma describes something with a significant emotional impact. PTSD symptoms include re-experiencing, avoidance, hyperarousal, and emotional numbing. Complex PTSD (CPTSD) involves
0 views • 16 slides
Understanding Thought Disorders in Psychiatry: Insights from Clinical Meeting Presentation
Explore the definitions and divisions of thought disturbances in psychiatry, including disorders of thought stream, form, content, and possession. Delve into thought stream disorders like tempo and continuity disruptions, as well as form of thinking disorders seen in conditions like schizophrenia. G
1 views • 32 slides
Understanding Sleep Problems in Older Adults
Sleep problems are common among older adults, especially those with chronic illnesses and mood disturbances. Primary sleep disorders that increase with age include sleep-related breathing disorders and restless legs syndrome. Changes in sleep patterns with aging involve decreases in total sleep time
0 views • 16 slides
Understanding Fluid and Electrolyte Management in Surgical Patients
This article delves into the intricacies of fluid and electrolyte management in surgical patients, covering topics such as total body water distribution, fluid compartments, electrolyte composition, body fluid changes, and disturbances in volume, concentration, and composition. It explores the fluid
0 views • 25 slides
Supporting Student Mental Wellbeing in Academic Environments
Explore the impact of mental health on student academic success, Deakin University's strategies to support student mental health, challenges students face in the curriculum process, and real-life experiences of students during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn about the struggles students face, such as s
0 views • 11 slides
Understanding Rabies: A Comprehensive Overview
Rabies is an acute fatal disease affecting humans and warm-blooded animals, characterized by abnormal behavior, nervous disturbances, excessive salivation, and respiratory paralysis. It claims around 55,000 human lives globally, with efforts in rabies control showing marginal success. The etiology o
0 views • 22 slides
Understanding Acid-Base Disturbances in Medical Practice
Explore the intricacies of acid-base physiology, mechanisms, and interpretation, along with the life-saving roles of blood buffers, respiratory reactions, and renal mechanisms. Learn how to handle acid loads and interpret abnormalities confidently, guided by expert insights.
1 views • 29 slides
Understanding Depression: Causes, Risk Factors, and Symptoms
Depression is a serious illness influenced by various factors such as brain chemistry, genetics, and life circumstances. This presentation explores the causes, risk factors, and symptoms of depression to raise awareness and promote discussion on a sensitive topic. It provides insights into identifyi
0 views • 27 slides
Understanding Power Quality and Its Impact on Electrical Systems
Power quality refers to the characteristics of electrical power that drives sensitive equipment. It involves voltage and current deviations from ideal waveforms, impacting the efficiency and reliability of electrical systems. Various types of power quality phenomena exist, such as voltage variations
1 views • 16 slides
Understanding Migraine: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Migraine is a complex neurological condition characterized by recurrent headaches, often accompanied by other symptoms such as nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances. This comprehensive guide delves into the various types of migraines, including those with aura and hemiplegi
1 views • 8 slides
Update on Transmission System Performance Standard TPL-007-1 for Geomagnetic Disturbance Events
The status update covers the evolution of Reliability Standard TPL-007-1, focusing on the approval process, modifications required by FERC, and directives for NERC to enhance the standard. TPL-007-1 aims to assess vulnerability to geomagnetic disturbances and mandates corrective actions for non-comp
1 views • 11 slides
Evolution of Geomagnetic Methods in Applied Geophysics and Their Diverse Applications
Explore the rich history of geomagnetic methods from ancient Chinese lodestone use to modern magnetic surveying technologies. Learn about the principles of magnetics surveying, applications in locating metal objects, mapping near-surface features, mineral exploration, and geological bedrock mapping.
9 views • 36 slides
Understanding Crowd Psychology in Civil Disturbances: Insights from Expert Dr. Tamara D. Herold
Explore the dynamics of crowd behavior in civil disturbances through the expertise of Dr. Tamara D. Herold, discussing useful theories, policing tactics, and strategies for de-escalation to ensure safety and protect freedoms during protests.
0 views • 11 slides
The Intriguing Relationship Between Earth's Rotation, Geomagnetism, and Climate
High correlations between Earth's rotation and climate variables have been observed at multidecadal time scales, sparking questions about a common origin. This study explores the potential causality between geomagnetism, length-of-day variations, and climate, searching for significant correlations a
0 views • 8 slides
Comprehensive Approach to Patients with Confusion by Dr. Hana Albulaihe
A comprehensive guide discussing the definition, pathogenesis, causes, risk factors, clinical features, diagnosis, and management of patients with confusion, as outlined by Consultant Neurologist Dr. Hana Albulaihe. The content covers various aspects including disturbances in attention, cognition, p
0 views • 41 slides
EPRI's GMD Research Updates and Preliminary Conclusions
EPRIs GMD workshop presented updates on research projects focusing on the impacts of geomagnetic disturbances (GMD) on the bulk power system. The workshop highlighted ongoing and upcoming projects, including assessments of transformer thermal impacts, GIC estimation models, geoelectric field enhance
0 views • 16 slides
Understanding the Impact of Space Weather on Humans and Technology
Space weather, such as solar flares and geomagnetic storms, can have significant effects on humans and various technologies. These events result in disruptions to power grids, satellite operations, and even impact aviation and global positioning systems. Awareness of space weather is crucial for pre
0 views • 15 slides
Understanding Low Geo-Effectiveness of Fast Halo CMEs in 2002 with EUHFORIA
Study investigates the puzzling low impact of fast halo CMEs associated with X-class flares in 2002 on Earth's magnetosphere. Despite high velocities, the weak geomagnetic effects were linked to a low Bz-component of the magnetic field, lack of relationship with longitude, and other factors. Utilizi
0 views • 17 slides
Advancing the Living with a Star Program: Science Goals and Community Priorities
The Living with a Star (LWS) program, led by a dedicated steering committee, aims to provide yearly reports, set long-term visions, and address key science topics in solar and space physics. The community priorities include enabling discovery and addressing societal needs, emphasizing the importance
0 views • 11 slides
Understanding Sleep Phenotypes in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Sleep disturbances in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) vary from delayed sleep onset to difficulties waking up. Lack of proper sleep exacerbates core ASD symptoms and affects overall well-being. The importance of addressing sleep health in ASD is highlighted, as chronic sleep disturba
0 views • 26 slides
Investigation of Low-Latitude S-Band Ionospheric Scintillations during September 2017 Geo-Magnetic Storm
The study focuses on analyzing the impact of geo-magnetic storms on NAVIC satellites, particularly the S-band signal, during September 2017. Researchers from K.L. Deemed to be University observed variations in solar and geomagnetic activity indices, providing insights into the behavior of the ionosp
0 views • 15 slides
Geomagnetic Observatory Kiev: History, Destruction, and Restoration Efforts
Geomagnetic Observatory Kiev, established in 1958, played a vital role in studying the Earth's magnetic field. Unfortunately, it was destroyed in February 2022 but efforts are underway to restore it with new computers, magnetometers, and more. Key figures leading this restoration include Professor M
0 views • 4 slides
Monitoring Forest Cover Disturbances During Natural Hazards by Meteorological Satellites
Ecosystem functioning relies on energy, water, and carbon fluxes regulated by vegetation and soil properties. This study focuses on monitoring forest cover disturbances before, during, and after natural hazards using meteorological satellites. It involves analyzing land surface temperature, evapotra
0 views • 37 slides