h4. Thirty Plus Years Ago In the 1960s, the most popular form of treatment for heroin addiction was “Civil Commitment,” which essentially placed heroin addicts in prison camps. After use of heroin (and other drugs) skyrocketed, methadone was tested and found to be an effective treatment for opiate addiction. In the early 1970s, public concern over veterans returning from Vietnam with ...

Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurological condition that typically causes tremor and/or stiffness in movement. The condition affects about 1 to 2 percent of people over the age of 60 years and the chance of developing PD increases as we age. Most people affected with PD are not aware of any relatives with the condition but in a number of families, ...

h4. Introduction While there have been sporadic reports of adverse reactions to latex products since the 1920's, there has been an unprecedented increase in the prevalence of latex allergies since the late 1980's. After the first North American reports of allergic reactions to latex in 1989, an alarming number of cases were reported to the Food & Drug Administration, including 15 ...

h4. Definition and Clinical Picture The term "dyspepsia" is derived from the Greek term for "bad digestion". Used broadly and in a general sense, it may be used to describe a number of upper gastrointestinal disorders of known or unknown etiology. The most common disorders in the group of dyspeptic syndromes with a known cause are peptic ulcer disease, gastroesophageal reflux ...

h4. Chiropractic Medicine h4. General Description Chiropractic medicine is a non-drug, non-surgical approach practiced for over 100 years. Its name comes from the Greek words practikos and cheir, which means done by hand. Chiropractic physicians diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate physical problems or illnesses caused by or related to the neuromusculoskeletal system, especially the spinal column. Chiropractic medicine is a hands-on manipulation ...

Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (ZES) is a rare disorder that causes tumors in the pancreas and duodenum and ulcers in the stomach and duodenum. The pancreas is a gland located behind the stomach. It produces enzymes that break down fat, protein, and carbohydrates from food, and hormones like insulin that break down sugar. The duodenum is the first part of the small intestine. ...

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h4. What is age-related macular degeneration? Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a disease associated with aging that gradually destroys sharp, central vision. Central vision is needed for seeing objects clearly and for common daily tasks such as reading and driving. AMD affects the macula, the part of the eye that allows you to see fine detail. AMD causes no pain. In ...

In phototherapy skin is exposed to an ultraviolet (UV) light source for a set amount of time to treat certain skin conditions. Ultraviolet lights are rays of light from the sun that are not visible. Phototherapy uses a man-made source of ultraviolet light for your treatment. h4. Types of Phototherapy _Broad band UVB_ – Effective light therapy treatment using UVB light ...

In 1965, a lawyer made an unusual deal with one of his older clients, Jeanne Calment of Arles, France. In exchange for ownership of her apartment, he agreed to pay her a monthly pension for the rest of her life. Because Mme. Calment was 90 years old at the time, it seemed likely that the lawyer would only have to make ...

While working as a nurse in today’s healthcare world can be stressful enough, nurses with disabilities can face additional on-the-job challenges, including colleagues who may not feel they are capable of doing the work and needing assistance in a job that often requires strength and stamina. However, by making some adjustments, nurses with disabilities can continue to practice their profession. Cary ...

Many herbs have a long history of use and of claimed health benefits and supplement sales are soaring in the US and abroad. However herbs are not controlled substances and many can interact with drugs and can cause health problems. It more important than ever for nurses to know the basics about popular herbs in order to protect patients from misinformation ...

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These FAQs are intended to answer some of the most common questions we receive here at NursingLink asking how to begin a career as a nurse. We encourage anyone interested in a nursing career to begin their journey using out comprehensive guides. These guides cover everything you need to know in order to start a fulfilling career as a nurse: *10 ...

Introduction Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a person’s ability to carry out daily activities. The most common form of dementia among older people is Alzheimer’s disease (AD), which initially involves the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. Although scientists are learning more every day, right now they still do not know what causes AD, ...

Diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases characterized by high levels of blood glucose resulting from defects in insulin production, insulin action, or both. Diabetes can be associated with serious complications and premature death, but people with diabetes can take steps to control the disease and lower the risk of complications. h4. Types of diabetes Type 1 diabetes was previously called ...

The salaries of LPN professional vary from one state to the other. The significant increase in the demand for health care professionals has resulted in a lot of competition in the market and there is a greater variance in the salaries of the LPN professional, mostly depending on the experience and educational background. A LPN (licensed practical nurse) or LVN ...

What if you could drop off your children at school, work a shift at the hospital, then be back to greet your kids after classes? Such parent work shifts are ideal for nurses who want to keep a toe in the working world without sacrificing time with their kids. They're becoming more common as hospitals get creative to fill staffing gaps. ...

Homeopathy, Chinese medicine, acupuncture; there are now more terms used to describe approaches to health care that are outside the realm of conventional medicine than your average nurse can keep track of. However, it is becoming increasingly important for nurses to familiarize themselves with these terms since patients frequently use alternative healing methods in conjunction with their western therapies. This fact ...

h4. Why is this medication prescribed? Digoxin is used to treat heart failure and abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). It helps the heart work better and it helps control your heart rate. This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information. h4. How should this medicine be used? Digoxin comes as a tablet, capsule, or ...