What exactly is infection control? According to the CDC, infection control measures are actions taken to prevent or stop the spread of infections within a healthcare setting. Infection Control and Prevention measures contribute to making the hospital environment as safe as possible for both patients and staff. These measures include an evaluation of how infections […]
Traditional Dressings for Wounds: Traditional wound dressings are typically used as primary or secondary dressings to keep the wound clean. Gauze, lint, plasters, bandages (natural or synthetic), and cotton wool are examples of these products. Traditional wound dressings commonly used include: Wound Dressings for Advanced Patients: Clinicians typically prescribe advanced wound dressings following a visit […]
What exactly is an open wound? An open wound is a type of injury that involves an external or internal break in body tissue, most commonly the skin. Almost everyone will have an open wound at some point in their lives. Most open wounds are minor and treatable at home. The most common causes of […]
Negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT) Wounds are part of our life, and we receive them anywhere anytime, like cooking, driving, walking, working, or slipping. Generally, they heal on their own or with help of little medical assistance. But some wounds need more care and attention. Some wounds are complex and very difficult to heal. Burns […]
IMAEC Medntek’s disinfecting wipes and body wipes Germs are everywhere. They generally concentrate on high-touch surfaces like desks, kitchen tops, doorknobs, handrails, and lift doors. Germs are invisible to the human eye, grow very fast, and can live on any surface. Germs are one of the main causes of to spread of illness. Though germ […]
What is the function of artificial kidney? The human body is a complex machine working autonomously, continuously, and persistently. One never realizes or feels or understands many things happening inside the body. There are many parts to this machine, called the organs, and they are just names for common people. These organs work in the […]
The Importance of Personal Protective Equipment: Professionals in all occupations face varying levels of risk of injury or illness. OSHA describes how “these injuries and illnesses may result from contact with chemical, medical, radiological, physical, electrical, mechanical, or other workplace hazards” on a regular basis. Various organisations establish regulations in accordance with OSHA standards to […]
What Effects Do Dry Weight and Fluid Gain Have on Dialysis Patients? A healthy person can urinate up to seven times per day. Most dialysis patients, however, produce little to no urine because their kidneys are no longer removing wastes and excess fluid from the body. Fluid builds up in the body without urination, causing […]
Seizures among hemodialysis patients: Seizures are common among hemodialysis patients. Seizures in hemodialysis patients can have a variety of causes. Seizures usually occur during or shortly after hemodialysis because of the hemodynamic and biochemical changes that occur during the procedure.This topic discusses the causes and treatment of seizures in hemodialysis patients. The treatment of seizures […]
What is (PPE) personal protective equipment? PPE is protective equipment worn by workers to reduce their exposure to specific hazards. PPE includes respirators, gloves, aprons, fall protection, full body suits, and head, eye, and foot protection. Using personal protective equipment (PPE) is only one component of a comprehensive hazard control programme that would employ a […]