Environmental Cold Injuries in Intercollegiate Athletics
Learn about environmental cold injuries in intercollegiate athletics, including hypothermia, frostbite, and chilblains. Understand the recognition signs and proper treatment methods to address these conditions promptly.
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Protocol: Cooling Basics, Clinical Considerations, and Phases of Care
The essentials of cooling protocols and clinical considerations, focusing on temperature management, thermoregulation basics, effects of hypothermia/cooling, central temperature measurement, and factors influencing target temperature. It emphasizes the importance of safe monitoring and application o
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Understanding Cooling Basics and Clinical Considerations for Patient Care
This presentation delves into essential information on temperature regulation and the application of cooling in patient care. It covers topics such as thermoregulation basics, physiological effects of hypothermia, central temperature measurement, and factors influencing target temperature. The talk
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Progress in Prevention and Health Inequalities - Annual Report 2023-24
The Prevention and Health Inequalities Team at BOB ICB is dedicated to enhancing prevention efforts and reducing health inequalities across their population and communities. Key achievements include setting up inpatient and maternity tobacco dependency treatment services, establishing prevention net
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Understanding Suicide Risk and Prevention During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised concerns about potential increases in suicide rates due to its economic impacts and social disruptions. While there is a focus on suicide prevention efforts, the exact effect of the pandemic on suicide rates remains unclear. Initiatives such as Suicide Prevention Act
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Quality Improvement Toolkit for Improving Normothermia in Very Preterm Infants
This resource provides a comprehensive toolkit developed by the British Association of Perinatal Medicine in collaboration with the National Neonatal Audit Programme to assist clinicians in neonatal units in delivering normothermia to very preterm infants. It includes evidence-based interventions, d
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Winter Safety Preparedness Tips and Cold Weather Hazards
Learn how to prepare for extreme cold weather conditions to stay safe and prevent potential dangers like frozen pipes, car battery issues, power outages, and more. Discover safety tips, warning signs of hypothermia and frostbite, wind chill effects, and practical steps for home and car winter prepar
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Understanding Disability Prevention and Levels of Prevention
Disability prevention involves efforts to eliminate or reduce the causes and severity of disabilities. It can be achieved through primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention strategies, aiming to prevent risk factors that cause impairment and promote overall well-being. Primary prevention focuses on
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Understanding Hypothermia: Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment
Hypothermia is a condition where the body's temperature drops in response to cold. It can range from mild to severe, with potentially deadly consequences. Learn how to recognize and prevent hypothermia, including tips on measuring temperature in the field and preventing heat loss through proper clot
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Comprehensive Student Support Program for Mental Health and Wellness
Providing a wide range of no-cost services to students and families, the program focuses on drug/alcohol prevention, suicide prevention, character building, bullying prevention, and more. Through initiatives like teaching Botvin Life Skills, implementing suicide prevention curriculum, and offering s
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Survival Strategies and Risks in Cold Water Immersion and Hypothermia Scenarios
Explore the critical information on cold water immersion and hypothermia, including severity levels, thermal regulations, and survival tips. Understand the dangers of reflexive gasp, stages of incapacitation, and the crucial 10 minutes window for purposeful movement. Learn how to differentiate betwe
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Southern Uplands Mountain Weather Forecast for Thursday, 4th March 2021
Detailed mountain weather forecast for the Southern Uplands on Thursday, 4th March 2021. Expect snow showers or flurries, chilly winds, and blustery conditions on higher terrain. Snow flurries are likely in certain areas, with reduced visibility around showers. Temperatures will be cold, dropping to
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Prevention of Surgical Site Infections: Key Factors and Recommendations
Surgical site infections (SSIs) are a significant concern in healthcare settings, with 25% of healthcare-associated infections being SSIs. They are preventable, but still pose challenges due to multifactorial causes. Risk factors include uncontrolled diabetes, obesity, smoking, and length of preoper
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Mountain Maladies: How to Prevent and Manage Common Outdoor Health Risks
Explore the risks of outdoor activities, from dehydration to hypothermia, and learn how to identify symptoms and take preventive measures. Discover the importance of staying hydrated, recognizing heat exhaustion, and preventing hypothermia by dressing appropriately and avoiding wet conditions.
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Understanding the Risks of Working in Cold Weather
Working in cold weather conditions can lead to various health risks, including frostbite, hypothermia, and musculoskeletal disorders. Employers should have policies and procedures in place to protect workers from the impacts of extreme cold, such as reduced performance and increased risk of accident
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POLLUTION PREVENTION: A Closer Look at Environmental Initiatives in Oklahoma
Explore the evolution and implementation of pollution prevention measures in Oklahoma, focusing on statutory directives, recent activities, recycling efforts, tax credits, and more. The Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 plays a crucial role in reducing environmental hazards through the reduction of p
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Understanding Temperature Measurement in Healthcare
Temperature, Pulse, and Respirations are vital signs used to assess a patient's health. Temperature can be measured through various methods such as oral, rectal, axillary, tympanic, and temporal routes using different types of thermometers. It's important to know the normal temperature ranges for di
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Cold Weather Exercise Injury Prevention and Treatment Guidelines
This expert consensus statement by the ACSM provides comprehensive information on preventing and treating cold injuries during exercise. It covers frostbite, hypothermia, snow blindness, and other cold-related conditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding risk factors, prevention strategie
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Understanding Body Temperature Regulation in Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine, spearheaded by Dr. Hussein AlNaji, focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating internal diseases like hypothermia, hyperthermia, and fever. The body maintains a constant core temperature through heat production and loss mechanisms. Heat is transferred through convection, condu
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Preventing Complications in Newborns: Tips and Strategies
Learn effective ways to prevent common complications in newborns, such as hypothermia, infection, and breathing difficulties. Discover practical tips for maintaining the baby's health and well-being during the crucial early stages, including measures to prevent hypothermia, infection, and breathing
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Prevention and Care of Airborne Infections in TB/HIV Settings
In this session, participants will learn the importance of infection prevention and control in TB/HIV care, levels of prevention in airborne infections, strategies to prevent TB transmission in healthcare settings, and patient management steps to prevent TB transmission. The spread of TB, risks of t
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Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Funding in California
California utilizes Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant (SABG) funding to support primary prevention services for youth. Approximately $40 million is distributed annually to 58 counties for strategic prevention planning based on local needs assessments. Initiatives like the Strategi
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Comprehensive Overview of HIV Prevention Strategies and Interventions
This synthesis covers the importance of monitoring progress in HIV prevention through data cascades, the need for standardized frameworks, promoting effective HIV prevention programs in diverse social contexts, and the key pillars of combination HIV prevention strategies. It also outlines various HI
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Animal Temperature, Respiration, and Pulse Recording Guide
Learn how to record the temperature, respiration, and pulse in animals for diagnosing febrile diseases and monitoring health. Understand the techniques, precautions, factors affecting temperature, and causes of hypothermia in animals. Follow Dr. Ranveer Kumar Sinha's comprehensive instructions to en
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Comprehensive Hypothermia Prevention Measures in Tactical Field Care
Hypothermia is a critical concern in trauma casualties, especially in cold environments. This module covers the importance of preventing hypothermia, strategies to minimize exposure, and active and passive warming techniques. Proper hypothermia prevention can significantly impact the outcome of trau
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Understanding Fever and Hypothermia: Body Temperature Regulation
Body temperature is the balance between heat production and heat loss, crucial for maintaining health. Fever and hypothermia are conditions where body temperature is elevated or decreased respectively. Factors like age, exercise, hormonal levels, stress, and environment can affect body temperature.
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Prevention of Perioperative Hypothermia (PPH) Tool Kit Faculty and Disclosures
AORN collaborates with Victoria Steelman, PhD, RN, CNOR, FAAN, and The University of Iowa to offer the Prevention of Perioperative Hypothermia (PPH) Tool Kit, funded by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. The kit features expert faculty members, including Susan K. Bakewell, Ellice Mellin
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Precision Medicine Approach for Post-cardiac Arrest Care Study
Study aims to develop novel biomarkers for optimizing hypothermia duration post-cardiac arrest and predicting 90-day function. Overcoming past limitations in neuroprognostication research, the study utilizes a multicenter approach and standardizes post-resuscitation care protocols. Addressing challe
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High-Risk Newborn Nursing Care and Factors
Maternal and neonatal nursing specialties focus on providing care for high-risk newborns and their families, who face conditions endangering the neonate's survival. Factors contributing to high-risk newborns include high-risk pregnancies, maternal medical illnesses like diabetes, labor complications
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Managing Vasopressors and Sedation in Therapeutic Hypothermia
This presentation discusses the pathophysiology of hypotension in neonates, the role of vasopressors and sedation in neonates with HIE, and the cardiovascular and pulmonary vascular effects of therapeutic hypothermia. It emphasizes the importance of a pathophysiology-based approach to managing vasop
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Newborn Care Curriculum for Late Preterm Infants in Level II NICU
This curriculum module focuses on the care of late preterm infants in Level II NICU settings, covering topics such as respiratory management, feeding difficulties, hypoglycemia, hypothermia, sepsis, hyperbilirubinemia, and discharge planning. It includes learning objectives, nursery care levels, phy
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Understanding Haemorrhage and Its Impact in Surgery
Haemorrhage in surgery is a critical phenomenon leading to hypovolaemic shock, trauma-induced coagulopathy, and other complications. It involves ongoing bleeding, hypoperfusion, acidosis, and hypothermia, exacerbating the condition. Classification includes revealed and concealed haemorrhage, with pr
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Effective Strategies for Injury Prevention in Trauma Centers
Organized and data-driven injury prevention activities are crucial in trauma centers. Community partnerships, evidence-based reviews, designated injury prevention coordinators, and involvement of trauma personnel are key elements for successful injury prevention. Targeting contributing factors like
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Prevention Subcommittee Update - July 26, 2023 Review
The Prevention Subcommittee Update held on July 26, 2023, highlighted key topics including an introduction, strategic plan prioritization, insights from subject matter experts, and discussions on the Prevention Center and workshops. The subcommittee comprises talented preventionist commissioners and
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Assessment of HIV Prevention Programme Needs and Barriers in Ghana
Conduct a data-driven assessment of HIV prevention programme needs and barriers in Ghana based on the Ghana Road Map Baseline Survey components. Evaluate the country's preparedness in addressing HIV epidemic patterns and prevention response analysis. Identify key barriers hindering HIV prevention ef
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Understanding Situational Crime Prevention Strategies
Situational crime prevention strategies aim to reduce crime by altering environmental conditions, influencing offender decisions, and targeting crime opportunities. Primary prevention focuses on modifying physical and social environments, while secondary prevention aims to identify potential offende
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Understanding Death from Starvation and Cold: Mechanisms and Lesions
Starvation and cold can lead to death through specific mechanisms that affect the body's metabolism and tissue integrity. In cases of starvation, the body breaks down fat stores, leading to organ damage and eventual death. For cold-related deaths, exposure to extreme temperatures disrupts metabolic
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California's Family First Prevention Services Program
California's Family First Prevention Services Program, established under the Family First Prevention Services Act of 2018, aims to provide evidence-based prevention and trauma-informed services to children and youth at risk of entering foster care. The program leverages a comprehensive plan that inc
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Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center - Promoting Safe Communities
The Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center (KIPRC) at the University of Kentucky focuses on reducing the burden of injuries across the state. Founded in 1994, KIPRC works on surveillance, data analysis, and prevention of injuries related to falls, poisonings, fires, motor vehicles, and viole
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Suicide Prevention Advisory Group Meeting - April 23, 2024
The Suicide Prevention Advisory Group held its monthly meeting on April 23, 2024, discussing critical research priorities and key areas of focus for suicide prevention efforts. The meeting agenda included reviewing priority setting processes, analyzing survey results, and determining key research ar
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