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The cochlea is a snail-like structure located in the inner ear. It contains canals that transmit pressure and the organ of Corti, which is the sensitive part that detects pressure impulses. These impulses travel along the auditory nerve and are absorbed as electrical impulses from the cochlea. The semicircular canals balance the body and detect…

What is a union? A union is an organization of individuals who work together who use collective bargaining to prevent the employer from doing what workers do not want, and influencing the employer to do what workers do want. This includes issues that the organization can negotiate with including wages, benefits, and working conditions. Healthcare…

As a child, I had a deep passion for assisting injured people. When visiting the hospital, I was captivated by the procedures and eager to understand their importance. My personal experiences with emergency care, including visits to the ER and interactions with paramedics, nurses, and doctors, profoundly affected both myself and my mother. Opting for…

Common components of the clinical portion of the record include the identification sheet, problem list, dedication record, history and physical, progress notes, consultation, physician orders, imaging and x-ray reports, laboratory reports, consents, operative reports, pathology reports, and discharge summary (Wager, Lee, & Glasses, 2009). CAMS CAMS is the abbreviation for Center for Medicare and Medicaid…

Vaccines are good for many reasons, but have been known at times to be fatal. Vaccines can prevent a certain disease from being spread. Getting these vaccines are quick and easy to get, and may not only prevent one disease but can also prevent two. For example, if you are not vaccinated with the varicella…

The university gives such a warm welcome, and makes you feel very comfortable in knowing that you are making a great choice and they have your best interest at heart. Making the right decision to attend was a huge stress reliever, knowing that I can excel and succeed in a career that will e fulfilling…

When giving a speech in front of a huge crowd or even playing in a championship game and you start to get that anxious feeling. Well, that happens to everybody. If this seem to happen to you regularly you would get diagnose with anxiety disorder. Anxiety is an unpleasant feeling of fear and apprehension. There…

Mycoplasma pneumoniae also called “walking pneumonia”. It is an atypical pneumonia and it only affects humans. Atypical pneumonia means that it is a pneumonia cased by certain bacteria’s. The bacteria attach to the surface of respiratory epithelial cells causing cell damage through the release of hydrogen peroxide or an inflammatory response. The infection grows within…

A vitamin is any of assorted fat-soluble or water-soluble organic substances indispensable in minute sums for normal growing and activity of the organic structure and obtained of course from works and carnal nutrients. A mineral is A of course happening, homogenous inorganic solid substance holding a definite chemical composing and characteristic crystalline construction, colour, and…

Take rehabilitation into your own hands Hand Rehabilitation Quality of life is dependent on healthy hand function. Numerous orthopedic and neurological disease and injuries lead to hand impairments that affect hand function and decrease quality of life. Clinical research shows that the use of the HandTutor, a novel and innovative wrist and finger rehabilitation system,…