Author: Jorge Rodrigues Simao

(24) Quit Smoking

How have the Surgeon General’s Reports affected the smoking habits of Americans? Since the publication of the Surgeon General’s Reports, along with the mounting evidence that cigarettes were both dangerous to one’s health and...

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(8) High Blood Pressure

Measuring blood pressure – Accuracy of readings What are the factors that may influence an accurate reading of BP? There has been a great deal of research into the factors that influence and control accurate BP...

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20. Oropharyngeal Angioedema: Management Protocol

. Repeatedly examine oropharynx, watching for edema (may be subtle swelling of lip or tongue just on one side). . If angioedema is suspected, immediately call for personnel experienced in intubation and airway management. Do not...

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22. Heart Failure – Causes

Are the causes of heart failure known? Heart failure usually occurs because of a weakness of the heart muscle. The heart then doesn’t pump as strongly as it should. The most common cause of damage to the muscle is a heart attack...

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