Enzyme investigations in acute care

Article Abstract:

The measurement of plasma enzyme activity can help pinpoint damage to tissues, assisting with diagnosis of genetic disease. It can also help in the treatment of other diseases, such as Paget's disease or hepatitis, when monitoring is needed. There are likely to be further developments in the use of enzymology testing.

Health aspects, United Kingdom, Testing, Enzymes

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Monitoring critically ill patients in accident and emergency

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Monitoring techniques used in accident and emergency to access critically ill patients are discussed. The vital contribution of nurses in identification and treatment of accident and emergency cases is highlighted.

Medical examination, Emergency medical services, Technology application, Medical screening, Health screening, Critically ill

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The right plasma volume expander

Article Abstract:

Continuous revision of intravenous therapies will ensure nurses are fully aware of possible after effects of administering medications and using volume expanders for the delivery of plasma.

Usage, Equipment and supplies, Training, Nursing, Medical equipment, Plasma exchange (Therapeutics)

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