|
|
In inpatient settings, adverse drug events account for an estimated one in three of all hospital adverse events. They affect approximately 2 million hospital stays every year, and prolong hospital stays by between one and five days.
The first-known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used in Egypt in 2000 BC. Condoms were also reportedly used, made of animal bladders or intestines.
Patients who have undergone chemotherapy for the treatment of cancer often complain of a lack of mental focus; memory loss; and a general diminution in abilities such as multitasking, attention span, and general mental agility.
In ancient Rome, many of the richer people in the population had lead-induced gout. The reason for this is unclear. Lead poisoning has also been linked to madness.
Vaccines prevent between 2.5 and 4 million deaths every year.
![Mobilize shoulders with “cat paw” technique. Place a hand on each shoulder to establish contact. ...](https://biology-forums.com/gallery/33/medium_380798_23_08_17_1_47_38_3310855.jpeg)
![Adjust drape for abdominal massage, and stand at the side of the table facing the head. Place hands ...](https://biology-forums.com/gallery/33/medium_380798_23_08_17_5_30_10_332112315.jpeg)
![(A) Thumb slide along diaphragm, and lift around the waist. Place thumbs just under the rib cage, ...](https://biology-forums.com/gallery/33/medium_380798_23_08_17_5_30_11_332121547.jpeg)