Description : Which one of the following statements is false ? Allergic asthma is characterized by: a) Response to cyclosporin therapy in severe disease. b) Is characterised by reversible airways obstruction. c) T2 ... fluid. d) Affects 5% of the population. e) Is diagnosed routinely by use of ELISA
Last Answer : Ans: E
Description : Which one of the following statements is not true? (a) The flowers pollinated by flies and bats secrete foul odour to attract them. (b) Honey is made by bees by digesting pollen collected ... . (d) Pollen grains of some plants cause severe allergies and bronchial afflictions in some people.
Last Answer : (b) Honey is made by bees by digesting pollen collected from flowers.
Description : Which one of the following statements is not true? (a) Pollen grains of many species cause severe allergies. (b) Stored pollen in liquid nitrogen can be used in the crop breeding programmes. (c) Tapetum helps in the dehiscence of anther. (d) Exine of pollen grains is made up of sporopollenin.
Last Answer : (c) Tapetum helps in the dehiscence of anther.
Description : A patient needs antibiotic treatment for native valve, culture-positive infective enterococcal endocarditis. His medical history includes a severe anaphylactic reaction to penicillin G during the past year. ... /clavulanate (b) Aztreonam (c) Cefazolin plus genatamicin (d) Meropenem (e) Vancomycin
Description : A 75-year-old man had been receiving gentamicin (an aminoglycoside antibiotic) to treat an urinary tract infection. After three months of therapy patient's serum creatinine levels were 10 mg/ ... Type II allergic reaction b)Type III allergic reaction c) Pseudo allergic reaction d) Overdose toxicity
Last Answer : d) Overdose toxicity
Description : Dog has allergies I think, what will the vet do?
Last Answer : I have two dogs, both are sensitive to things, one has environmental allergies. She didn't wind up doing testing, because I could tell her when my dog seemed to have the strongest reaction. ... dogs allergies, is important, it really can answer a lot of questions and eliminate those pricey tests.
Description : My pug has really bad indoor allergies. We have been to the vet and he cannot seem to help. Any suggestions?
Last Answer : My dog does too and she gets a shot of some kind of cortisone/steroid from the vet. This helps tremendously with her itching, as does Benadryl. I have a lab and a great dane, so they are huge and under ... but I just can't justify the cost. It's like $70.00 for a 30 lb bag or something ridiculous.
Description : Do you have allergies? Would you be interested to know that you might've been mis-diagnosed?
Last Answer : answer:Some people can't/won't use links, so here's the article: Doubt Is Cast on Many Reports of Food Allergies By GINA KOLATA Many who think they have food allergies actually do not. A ... for thinking their patients have a food allergy. By themselves they are not sufficient, Dr. Fenton said.
Description : A patient presents complaining of a stomach upset 48 hours after starting a course of antibiotic for oral infection, this is an example of, A. Type I allergic reaction B. Nervous disorder C. Side effect of the drug D. Type IV hypersensitivity reaction E. Pyloric stenosis
Last Answer : C. Side effect of the drug
Description : I just picked up my 15 year old dog from the pound and she has no movement in her back legs and not responding to her name. I think she has had a stroke but have no money to take her to the vet hospital.?
Last Answer : I would call PETA. They usually have very low prices and are willing to help. Here is the website. http://www.peta.org/
Description : What's an alternate treatment for dogs infected with heartworms other than the costly in vet office treatment?
Last Answer : answer:There is no alternative. Canine heartworms, if left untreated, will eventually cause death. There is no way to know how long an infected animal will live (a few months ... monthly heartworm protection to prevent a repeat infection. Having heartworms once will not prevent a reinfestation.
Description : A: Holistic approach explains the environmental interactions. R: All environmental factors are integrated with no limits of time and space
Last Answer : A: Holistic approach explains the environmental interactions. R: All environmental factors are integrated with ... Reason are false, then mark (4).
Description : What is the holistic approach to diabetes treatment ?
Last Answer : The best thing you can do to manage Diabetes naturally is to work towards and maintain a healthy weight, and include healthy foods with little added sugar in order to keep your blood sugar at an optimum level.
Description : Holistic approach of total organization needs allows projects to be staffed and scheduled in order to A. Replace System Performance B. Minimize System Performance C. Maximize System Performance D. Optimize System Performance
Last Answer : Optimize System Performance
Description : The primary data analysis approach in ethnography is: a. Open, axial, and selective coding b. Holistic description and search for cultural themes c. Cross-case analysis d. Identifying essences of a phenomenon
Last Answer : b. Holistic description and search for cultural themes
Description : What do you consider as the main aim of inter disciplinary research? (A) To bring out holistic approach to research. (B) To reduce the emphasis of single subject in research domain. (C) To over simplify the problem of research. (D) To create a new trend in research methodology.
Last Answer : Answer: A Inter-disciplinary approach of research is the latest innovation in the field and b e lieves that the elements of scientific phenomenon must be dealt in integrated form instead of ... . It gives a detailed mapping plan of all the difficulties lying with the students simultaneously.
Description : Which of the following mitral valve conditions generally produces no symptoms? a) Prolapse Mitral valve prolpase is a deformity that usually produces no symptoms and has been diagnosed more ... ) Infection Mitral valve infection, when acute, will produce symptoms typical of infective endocarditis.
Last Answer : a) Prolapse Mitral valve prolpase is a deformity that usually produces no symptoms and has been diagnosed more frequently in recent years, probably as a result of improved diagnostic methods.
Description : Can spring allergies cause "allergic asthma"?
Last Answer : Allergic asthma can be triggered by mold allergies as well as pollen. It’s a good idea to see a doctor for relief. It may be a combination of an inhaler and medication.
Description : Which of the following is NOT a type I hypersensitivity? A. Food Allergies B. Contact Dermatitis C. Allergic Rhinitis D. Exercise Induced Allergies
Last Answer : B. Contact Dermatitis
Description : My dog is sick, could i do something without taking her to the vet?
Last Answer : I'd take my dog to the vet after more than one day of vomiting and fever. Period. You should make certain she is well hydrated. Low Sodium soup broth is a good way to encourage drinking more ... her during the same visit, then give you antibiotics or some other meds to help her get better quickly.
Description : Why is my dog itchy? And should I take her to a different vet?
Last Answer : Do you have fleas? (Not likely if you are not seeing flea-dirt) Where is she biting primarily? Do you have a pool? There are a lot of reasons a dog can itch. Hopefully Syz will drop by with ... red on her underside mostly. We changed to a salmon-based natural food and within 2 weeks she was fine.
Description : The antibiotic penicillin is obtained from which of the following? (1) synthetic process (2) a bacterium (3) fungus (4) virus infected cells
Last Answer : (3) fungus Explanation: Penicillins are a group of antibiotics used to treat a large range of bacterial infections. They are derived from Penicillium fungi and can be taken orally or via injection. Penicillin was discovered in 1928 by Scottish scientist Alexander Fleming.
Description : The antibiotic penicillin is obtained from which of the following ? (1) synthetic process (2) a bacterium (3) fungus (4) virus infected cells
Last Answer : fungus
Description : Can Mold Cause Chronic Allergies?
Last Answer : answer:Many people are allergic to mold - it's not a good thing to have constant exposure to it. I believe (and may be wrong here) that there are some types of mold that are actually toxic to all humans ... , I can see it reacting to other substances, too. You need to get rid of that mold, or move.
Description : What are some symptoms of mold allergies?
Last Answer : Depending on what type of mold you are dealing with there are several symptoms of mold Allergies. A few examples of symptoms are nasal congestion, sneezing, itchy nose & runny nose.
Description : What can I do to relieve my mold allergies?
Last Answer : First, see an ENT or an allergist to isolate and diagnose an allergy to mold. Allergy shots can be helpful. Check your home for mold under sinks, behind washing machine, and any other place it could be hiding.
Description : What affect does diet have on mold allergies?
Last Answer : Certain homeopathic ideologies would suggest that diet is a key factor in Allergies. For example, if a person is allergic to trees and grass, a homeopath might suggest to eat locally produced honey to reduce those effects.
Description : How do mold allergies affect a person's health?
Last Answer : Mold Allergies would affect a person's health like any other allergies. Some symptoms could be excessive sneezing, troubled breathing, or itches around the face or body parts. Mold allergies is one of many common allergies people are allergic to.
Description : What are the general symptoms of mold allergies?
Last Answer : Mold alergies can cause coughing, itchy eyes, nose and throat, sneezing, watery eyes, and a runny or stuffy nose. Mold Allergies may cause someone with Asthma to have a severe asthma attack ... the "symptoms of mold allergies": http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/mold-allergy/DS00773/DSECTION=symptoms
Description : What are symptoms of mold allergies and how can I reduce my exposure?
Last Answer : When exposed to mold the number one symptom that exist the uneeded sneezing. To reduce these mold Allergies it is suggested that you let the rooms that are mold infected air out.
Description : Living With Mold Allergies?
Last Answer : Mold Allergies are amongst the most common types of allergies that humans normally suffer from. Because certain types of mold can have a strongly detrimental effect on one's health - leading ... and this can trigger dangerously strong allergic reactions. Amongst other effects, severe coughing and A
Description : A diabetic develops a severe perineal infection with skin necrosis, subcutaneous crepitance, and drainage of a thin, watery, grayish and foul-smelling fluid. Management should consist of: a. Gram stain ... normal, healthy tissue can be achieved e. A colostomy is of little benefit in this situation
Last Answer : Answer: a, b, c, d The presence of severe perineal infection (referred to as Fournier gangrene when this process involves the perineum and scrotum in males) is associated with a ... often provides improved wound care and patient management, although it is not invariably a positive outcome
Description : Can I give my dog benedryl for her allergies?
Last Answer : no, dogs have separate medicines
Description : What's a good diet for dog just diagnosed with terminal cancer (golden retriever)?
Last Answer : answer:This may sound cold, and I wish it wasn't true: a high dose of pentobarbital. My mother died slowly of cancer over many many months. There were no lessons left to learn from her suffering ... food until the onset of misery, and then give your animal the gift of a quick and painless death.
Description : Does my dog have an abscessed tooth or could it be an allergic reaction?
Last Answer : It probably is a tooth root abscess (slab fractures of the fourth premolars are quite common). The reason he seems to feel better may be that it has perforated and drained, relieving some of the pressure and pain.
Description : My cat has been sick and it's costing me a fortune. Is it imperative that I bring her to the ER vet, instead of waiting until tomorrow (see details)
Last Answer : I say bring her in. Better safe than sorry, and you’d hate yourself if something went wrong and she didn’t make it through the night.
Description : Severe mold in 4 rooms causing severe illness in disabled elder disabled needs financial assistance to remove mold and repair home?
Last Answer : disabled senior has severe mold in 4 rooms causing andcontributing to severe illness. Needs financial assistance toremove mold and repair home.
Description : My mother was just diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Will her medicare pay for the pet scan the Dr. has asked for Her medical ins. will not.?
Last Answer : In April 2009, Medicare expanded PET scan to include most cancers that are solid tumors. So, this would not cover cancers such as Leukemia, which are blood-based and not solid masses. I do not know ... Medicare is a secondary payor for your Mom, as they will likely assume it is the first payor.)
Description : ___________ is an example of latent adverse drug reactions. a) Antibiotic-associated diarrhea b) Tardive dyskinesia c) Serum sickness d) Severe bronchoconstriction
Last Answer : D
Description : Is anyone using steroids on there dog?
Last Answer : I take it you're talking about anabolic steroids? That's completely different matter than the more commonly used steroids such as dexamethasone or prednisone - as a matter of fact, most clinics don't even keep ... of last resort (a dog that is unable to get to his feet without help, for example).
Description : My wife has been diagnosed with cervical cancer. What are her chances of a full recovery?
Last Answer : Due to modern advancements in medicine the chance that someone will make a full recovery is very high. In fact almost 80 percent of those with Cervical cancer manage to recover.
Description : One of my friends just found out she's allergic to a long list of foods (please read details inside) How can I help her to cope?
Last Answer : answer:If by cope you mean emotionally and perhaps spiritually, then I can share the gist of a story I am working on about someone who has had problems with compulsive overeating. This person was ... when we tap in to our spiritual nature and actually seat ourselves and operate from that place.
Description : Transposable genetic elements (transposons) a. Were First Discovered By Watson And Crick. b. Are Smaller Than Insertion Sequences. c. Are Examples Of Plasmids. d. May Have Information For Antibiotic Resistance.
Last Answer : d. May Have Information For Antibiotic Resistance.
Description : My kitten is crying and not eating too much, hes just been 24 hours with me, should I take him to the vet?
Last Answer : answer:If you are concerned, take her to the veterinarian. If she's not ill, they can begin her vaccination series at that time. In the meantime, make sure that her litter box, her food (which should ... are near or in her hiding place. Forcing her to come out of hiding will only stress her more.
Description : Which one of the following is a false statement about atopic eczema? a) It commonly begins by drug reaction. b) Super-added herpes simplex infection is a serious complication. c) The serum IgE ... . d) The skin lesions are typically itchy. e) Treatment with systemic steroids is often necessary.
Description : Allergic reaction to hand soap or just dry skin?
Last Answer : Yes it could be due to the hand soap. The skin on the palms are thick so they are more resistant to irritants, hence the redness or rashes appear behind the hands and between the fingers. ... Wear gloves when going outside in cold weather or when you are washing dishes.Try using Cetaphil Cleanser.
Description : Which of the following statements describes the clinical manifestations of a delayed hypersensitivity (type IV) allergic reaction to latex? a) Signs and symptoms are localized to the area of ... minutes after exposure to latex, an immediate hypersensitivity (type I) allergic reaction has occurred.
Last Answer : a) Signs and symptoms are localized to the area of exposure, usually the back of the hands. Clinical manifestations of a delayed hypersensitivity reaction are localized to the area of exposure.
Description : When the nurse observes diffuse swelling involving the deeper skin layers in the patient who has experienced an allergic reaction, the nurse records the finding as a) angioneurotic edema. ... the result of increased interstitial fluid and associated with disorders such as congestive heart failure.
Last Answer : a) angioneurotic edema. The area of skin demonstrating angioneurotic edema may appear normal but often has a reddish hue and does not pit.
Description : Should I take my dog to the vet?
Last Answer : I’d automatically say yes but I’m not a vet. My dogs have streams. I think we have a vet tech here, hopefully she see’s this soon. :)
Description : Do I really have to take my dog to the vet?
Last Answer : To go the DIY route Infection is your biggest concern. Keep the punctures clean and washed and look for discharge of the wound. DO check with your palm a few times a day for hot spots which is a sure sign ... her rest. I am not a vet or a doctor .just have had a bit of 1st aid/survival training.