In most cases, kidneys can recover from almost complete loss of function, such as in acute kidney (renal) failure.
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Cyanide works by making the human body unable to use oxygen.
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In 1864, the first barbiturate (barbituric acid) was synthesized.
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Never take aspirin without food because it is likely to irritate your stomach. Never give aspirin to children under age 12. Overdoses of aspirin have the potential to cause deafness.
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For pediatric patients, intravenous fluids are the most commonly cited products involved in medication errors that are reported to the USP.
A 1789 engraving of the Boston Tea Party by W. D. Cooper.
Rocking out, baby style: The author’s daughter dances at her first birthday party.
Medical assistants who perform billing must know and use the proper codes to ensure third-party ...