Marianne Belleza, R.N., Author at Nurseslabs

Fracture

A fracture is a complete or incomplete disruption in the continuity of the bone structure and is defined according to its type and extent.

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Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism results from suboptimal levels of thyroid hormone.

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)

HIV or human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome is a chronic condition that requires daily medication.

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Chronic Renal Failure

Chronic renal failure (CRF) is the end result of a gradual, progressive loss of kidney function.

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Pulmonary Embolism

Pulmonary embolism refers to the obstruction of the pulmonary artery or one of its branches by a thrombus that originates somewhere in the venous system or in the right side of the heart.

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Pancreatitis

Pancreatitis is an inflammation of the pancreas.

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Cerebrovascular Accident (Stroke)

A cerebrovascular accident (CVA), an ischemic stroke or “brain attack,” is a sudden loss of brain function resulting from a disruption of the blood supply to a part of the brain.

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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease or sometimes called osteoarthrosis even though inflammation may be present.

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Cellulitis

Cellulitis is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection.

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Myocardial infarction (MI), is used synonymously with coronary occlusion and heart attack, yet MI is the most preferred term as myocardial ischemia causes acute coronary syndrome (ACS) that can result in myocardial death.