Nursing Notes and Study Guides for Student Nurses

Peritonitis

Peritonitis is the inflammation of the peritoneum, the serous membrane lining the abdominal cavity and covering the viscera.

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Appendicitis

Appendicitis (also known epityphlitis) is the inflammation of the appendix which is a small finger-like appendage attached to the cecum.

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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.