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Tobacco depletes the body of vitamins A, C, and E, which can result in any of the following: dry hair, dry skin, dry eyes, poor growth, night blindness, abscesses, insomnia, fatigue, reproductive system problems, sinusitis, pneumonia, frequent respiratory problems, skin disorders, weight loss, rickets, osteomalacia, nervousness, muscle spasms, leg cramps, extremity numbness, bone malformations, decayed teeth, difficulty in walking, irritability, restlessness, profuse sweating, increased uric acid (gout), joint damage, damaged red blood cells, destruction of nerves, infertility, miscarriage, and many types of cancer.
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The first-known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used in Egypt in 2000 BC. Condoms were also reportedly used, made of animal bladders or intestines.
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Normal urine is sterile. It contains fluids, salts, and waste products. It is free of bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
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In the United States, there is a birth every 8 seconds, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Population Clock.
The patient and his family meet with the nurse to discuss progress on the patient care plan.
The patient interview often requires note taking.
Mechanical ventilation. The photograph shows a patient receiving breathing assistance by the use of
A hearing-impaired patient using an interpreter.
ROM exercises on a patient’s wrist: ulnar deviation.