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76.	488M-PP-60 Product Description: A two sided, high tack, high shear, 8-mils total thickness with an aggressive acrylic adhesive system on a 1-mil PET film and a blue PP liner. Product Use: 488M is the right choice when high tack, higher temperatures and high shear properties are needed. Converter friendly liner allows for precise die cutting and slitting needs. Exceptional performance for wood, metals, rubber and plastic extrusions. Applications: Mounting of rubber parts in the transportation industry Fastening com... Category: Products Search - NEW Publish Date: 10/15/2018 Relevance: 29
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79.	3000-2 Typical Applications include; Laminating paper, felt, sponge rubber, foam, and plastics Mounting nameplates, plastic trim, decals Gasket assembly Weather stripping Category: Products Search - NEW Publish Date: 6/5/2018 Relevance: 32
80.	3403H-P Typical Applications include; Laminating paper, plastic, foam, and metal Removable mounting tape Category: Products Search - NEW Publish Date: 6/5/2018 Relevance: 32
81.	2914B Typical Applications include; Reinforcing applications Sealing and protection Device component and assembly Excellent anchorage to ehter or ester foams, EPDM sponge, and plastics (including PE, TPO,ABS, and PP) Category: Products Search - NEW Publish Date: 6/5/2018 Relevance: 32
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88.	Adchem Corporation Launches New Responsive Design Website with Multi Attribute Search Adchem, the adhesive tape engineers, launched a new responsive design website Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 8/16/2016 Relevance: 26
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93.	Adchem repeats as the Gold Sponsor of the 2016 Ward’s Automotive Interiors Show Adchem is Gold Sponsor of the 2015 Ward’s Automotive Interiors Show Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 4/24/2016 Relevance: 26
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100.	Laser Cutting Tapes Category: Site Map Publish Date: 8/26/2014 Relevance: 71
101.	Adchem and Universal Laser Systems Study Saves Engineering Costs for Tape Selection Laser Cutting PSA tapes Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 8/25/2014 Relevance: 20
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103.	Document Library - Product SDS Category: Site Map Publish Date: 2/18/2014 Relevance: 40
104.	488M Supplemental Peel/Shear-UPVC-14DayDwell Category: Document Library - NEW Publish Date: 1/6/2014 Relevance: 106
105.	Product Spotlight - Adchem 488M-PP-54 - High Performance Adhesive Tape with RED liner Category: Site Map Publish Date: 1/2/2014 Relevance: 152
106.	Adchem Issues New Automotive Specification Summary Test Report Adchem has completed its annual automotive certification testing. Using the A2LA accredited facility, Adchem has tested and re-certified numerous double-coated, transfer tape, and foam tape products to specifications from several OEM and Tier One Automotive Suppliers. Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 11/18/2013 Relevance: 20
107.	Adchem Announces Adhesive Tape Bonding Study for BRP Rubber Materials The study reports on bonding Adchem adhesive tapes to BRP products Buna “N”, Neoprene, VITON® rubber sheet, EPDM Nylon inserted Neoprene products at varying durometer levels.. Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 6/24/2013 Relevance: 22
108.	Responsible Tape Manufacturer (PSTC RTM Program) Adchem has been certified to Responsible Tape Manufacturer Program of the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC RTM Program) Category: Site Map Publish Date: 5/2/2013 Relevance: 32
109.	Adchem concentrates on LSE Adhesives at 2013 Ward’s Automotive Interiors Show Adchem concentrates on LSE Adhesives at 2013 Ward’s Automotive Interiors Show Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 3/10/2013 Relevance: 26
110.	Adchem Announces Adhesive Tape Bonding Study for Armacell (Monarch) #8082 Low Sulfur Pure EPDM closed cell Foam and #2003 Neoprene-based technical Foam products The study reports on 20 adhesive tapes bonded to Armacell (Monarch®) #8082, a low sulfur, pure EPDM closed cell foam used in highly-sensitive automotive and electronics applications and Armacell (Monarch®) #2003, a high-density neoprene-based technical foam. Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 3/10/2013 Relevance: 22
111.	Adchem Certifies to Responsible Tape Manufacturing (RTM) Program Adchem Corporation, announced its certification under the newly established Responsible Tape Manufacturer (RTM) program of the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 1/3/2013 Relevance: 32
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113.	Adchem Creates New 650 Low Surface Energy (LSE) Tape Systems Adchem Corporation has engineered a new family of acrylic tape products to bond to Low Surface Energy (LSE) materials increasingly used in the automotive, electronics, and transportation markets. Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 12/19/2012 Relevance: 26
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141.	Conversion Toolbox A handy conversion and calculation tool, especially for the Pressure Sensitive Adhesive Tape Industry. Includes most of the common conversions and calculations like roll thickness, roll diameter, roll length, square yards per roll, roll pricing etc., for adhesive tapes in roll form. Category: Site Map Publish Date: 2/10/2012 Relevance: 60
142.	Adchem Announces Adhesive Tapes for Rubber and Elastomeric Materials from American Biltrite Bonding study involving Rubber and Elastomeric Materials from American Biltrite Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 9/14/2011 Relevance: 17
143.	Adchem Announces Adhesive Tapes for Engineered Materials from Teknor Apex Bonding study involving SarlinkÂ® TPV engineered plastic materials from Teknor Apex Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 8/2/2011 Relevance: 17
144.	Adchem Announces Adhesive Tapes for Materials from Kraiburg TPE Bonding study involving engineered plastic materials from Kraiburg TPE Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 7/17/2011 Relevance: 17
145.	Adchem's New 650 Family of LSE Bonding Tapes Demonstrates Excellent Foam Bonding Characteristics Foam Bonding Study of New 650 Family of Low Surface Energy Bonding Tapes Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 7/12/2011 Relevance: 17
146.	Adchem Announces Adhesive Tapes for TPO Materials from Spartech Bonding Study on Extreme TM TPO materials from Spartech Corporation Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 6/30/2011 Relevance: 17
147.	Adchem Completes Bonding Study on Thermoformable Grades of TPO from Premier Material Concepts (PMC) Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 10/7/2010 Relevance: 20
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149.	Adchem Exhibits at SPE TPO Conference and ACS Rubber Expo Category: Press Releases - NEW Publish Date: 9/19/2010 Relevance: 17
150.	Alcohol and Your Heart Alcohol and Your Heart More than 100 studies over the last three decades have shown an association between moderate drinking and a lowered risk for heart attack, heart and circulatory diseases, stroke, type 2 diabetes and gallstones, according to the Harvard School of Public Health. But the research results lead to a kind of two-edged sword when it comes to alcohol. Alcohol may have some health benefits, but it may also lead to abusive drinking and other diseases. Because there is no sure way to know wh... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 72
151.	On the Road in Retirement On the Road in Retirement Now that you're retired, you have time to travel. So you choose a destination, develop an itinerary, order the passport, and pack the bags. But wait, you forgot one important detail: your health. You've got company. Millions of travelers ponder every aspect of their itinerary, but forget to take health care precautions. Yet this can be a costly and even life-threatening mistake. Whether you plan to see the pyramids in Egypt or visit your cousin Vinny in the Bronx, you need to b... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
152.	Getting a Start on Solids Getting a Start on Solid Foods It's every first-time mother's worry as her infant approaches 4 to 6 months of age: When to start solid foods? Experts recommend going slowly and steadily as you help your baby make the transition from breast milk or formula to pureed foods to solids. A baby's introduction to solids should begin after 4 to 6 months and be gradual, says Catherine Dundon, M.D., a pediatrician in Tennessee. One or two tablespoons of rice cereal mixed with breast milk or formula, given twice a... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 35
153.	Sounding Off About Coughs Sounding Off About Coughs Coughs are valuable weapons in your body's self-defense arsenal. Their assignment: Quickly expel intruders from your throat and the airways of your lungs when the normal methods of clearing are not adequate. Usually, cilia (tiny, hair-like fibers) that line the bronchial tubes constantly push material out of the lungs and into the throat. If dust, fluid, viruses, bacteria or even tumors cause irritation or partial blockage in any part of this region, your cough reflex takes exp... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 32
154.	What Is Colorblindness? What Is Colorblindness? Colorblindness, also called color vision deficiency, is an inherited condition that can range from a slight difficulty in telling the shades of a color apart to the rare condition of not being able to identify any color. The most common type of colorblindness is one in which the person can't distinguish between red and green. The second most common type is the inability to distinguish between blue and yellow. Causes The dazzling visual experience of color begins when light strike... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 32
155.	The Doctor Who Discovered Aspirin Therapy The Doctor Who Discovered Aspirin Therapy Charles H. Hennekens, M.D., is one of America's most famous public health researchers -- a veteran epidemiologist whose huge, 12-year study of aspirin made headlines in 1988 when he announced that men who take aspirin regularly can reduce their risk of a first heart attack by a startling 44 percent. How do you become an impassioned disease-fighter and prize-winning researcher? For Hennekens, it might have started during his Brooklyn, N.Y., boyhood, when he used ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 17
156.	All About Endocrine Hormones All About Endocrine Hormones When you say hormones , you may be thinking of estrogen and testosterone. But these complex chemicals govern far more than sexuality. Hormones, which are chemical signals, affect growth, metabolism, blood pressure, even behavior. When our hormones don't behave, we may not either. The majority of hormones that affect the body's processes are produced by the endocrine glands. These glands release hormones directly into the blood or lymph system. The hormones travel in the bloo... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 32
157.	Your Voice Is Unique Your Voice Is Unique You've talked to the guy on the telephone several times. His deep, confident voice conjures up an image of someone tall, slim and distinguished. Surprise. When you meet him he's 5 feet 7 inches tall, paunchy and anything but distinguished. This isn't the voice you heard on the phone. What gives each voice its unique, if sometimes deceptive, sound? Why do voices follow patterns -- for example, men's voices are typically deeper than women's? And how can we account for super-tenor Luci... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 32
158.	Read Health Studies With Caution Read Health Studies With Caution If you're like most people in this era of fast-breaking health stories, you've probably encountered breathless reports about new studies on anything from the dangers of coffee to the benefits of fish oil. You've probably felt confused and frustrated as you try to evaluate studies that seem to contradict each other. Does margarine cut your risk of a heart attack, or not? Is coffee a health hazard for pregnant women, or not? How can consumers cut through the tangle to find... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 19
159.	Hold the Line on Phone Fraud Watching Out for Phone Fraud Phone fraud might seem like something you'd never fall for, but it can hit anyone. In fact, AARP says, well-educated, socially active people with higher-than-average income are most likely to fall for crafty telemarketers. Telemarketing fraud has become one of the most pervasive forms of white-collar crime, the U.S. Justice Department says. Victims lose an estimated $40 billion a year. It's very difficult to get your money back if you've been cheated. Many frauds focus on ol... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 19
160.	Too Much Juice? Too Much Juice? Although most children love fruit juice, that tasty beverage has a price. Juice contains a lot of natural sugar, so drinking too much can lead to obesity, stunted growth, digestive problems and tooth decay. A typical 8-ounce glass of apple juice has 120 calories. Unless the juice is fortified with vitamin C and calcium, it has negligible nutrients. Since juice tastes good, children often drink several glasses a day. When children are filling up on juice and skipping other nutrient dense ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 71
161.	How to Babyproof Your House How to Babyproof Your House Once your baby begins to walk, you'll need to keep a close eye on your child to protect your tot from hazards in the home. The key strategy for safety is adult supervision, says Joel Bass, M.D., a pediatrician in Newton, Mass. "With preschoolers, there should always be an adult looking on," he says. You should also take steps to "babyproof" your house. The average home contains lots of safety hazards, with the greatest dangers burns, falls on stairways or furniture, and accid... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 21
162.	How to Help an Overweight or Obese Child How to Help an Overweight or Obese Child Ask a parent to name the greatest health threat to children and you'll hear about drinking or drugs. Rarely will anyone cite obesity--even though it can lead to heart disease, high blood pressure, or diabetes. And it's rampant. Almost one child in five is overweight, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. One out of four obese children will likely be obese as adults. And as many as 80 percent of obese preteens and teens will be obese as adul... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 19
163.	Helping Your Kids Get the Fiber They Need Helping Your Kids Get the Fiber They Need Getting our daily dose of fiber is something we as adults think about as we get older. But fiber is as important for children, too. Often, children don't get enough. Fibrous plant material that cannot be digested by humans and is found in nutrient-rich fruits, vegetables and whole-grain foods -- is one thing that's lacking in lots of children's diets. Short-term problems like constipation and gastrointestinal distress are common complaints that may be improved b... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 17
164.	Asthma Signs and tests Allergy testing may be helpful in identifying allergens in people with persistent asthma. Common allergens include pet dander, dust mites, cockroach allergens, molds, and pollens. Common respiratory irritants include tobacco smoke, pollution, and fumes from burning wood or gas. The doctor will use a stethoscope to listen to the lungs. Asthma-related sounds may be heard. However, lung sounds are usually normal between asthma episodes. Tests may include: Arterial blood gas Blood tests to m... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 57
165.	Pulmonary embolus Signs and tests The following lab tests may be done to see how well your lungs are working: Arterial blood gases Pulse oximetry The following imaging tests can help determine where the blood clot is located: Chest x-ray CT angiogram of the chest Pulmonary ventilation/perfusion scan Pulmonary angiogram Other tests that may be done include: Chest CT scan Chest MRI scan D-dimer level Doppler ultrasound exam of an extremity ECG Echocardiogram Plethysmography of the legs Venography of the legs Support Groups... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 49
166.	Pneumonia Signs and tests If you have pneumonia, you may be working hard to breathe, or breathing fast. Crackles are heard when listening to your chest with a stethoscope. Other abnormal breathing sounds may also be heard through the stethoscope or via percussion (tapping on your chest wall). The health care provider will likely order a chest x-ray if pneumonia is suspected. Some patients may need other tests, including: Arterial blood gases to see if enough oxygen is getting into your blood from the lungs CBC to... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 45
167.	Hospital-acquired pneumonia Signs and tests A physical examination shows: Respiratory distress Crackles or decreased breath sounds when listening to the chest with a stethoscope Tests performed may include: Arterial blood gases Blood cultures Chest x-ray or CT scan Complete blood count ( CBC ) Sputum culture Sputum gram stain Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Most patients respond to treatment and improve within 2 weeks. However, hospital-acquired pneumonia can be very severe and sometimes life-threatening. Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
168.	Goodpasture syndrome Signs and tests A physical examination may reveal signs of high blood pressure and fluid overload. The health care provider may hear abnormal heart and lung sounds when listening to the chest with a stethoscope. Urinalysis results are usually abnormal, and shows blood and protein in the urine. Abnormal red blood cells may be seen. The following tests may also be done: Anti-glomerular basement membrane test Arterial blood gas BUN Chest x-ray Creatinine Lung biopsy Kidney biopsy Support Groups Expectation... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 40
169.	Wegener’s granulomatosis Signs and tests Your doctor may order a blood test that looks for proteins called antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibodies (ANCA), which are often found in people with active Wegener's granulomatosis. However, it is not foolproof -- the test may be negative in some patients. Urinalysis is done to look for signs of kidney disease such as protein and blood in the urine. Sometimes urine is collected over 24 hours to better check how the kidneys are working. A biopsy is needed to confirm the diagnosis. The exa... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 32
170.	Chemical pneumonitis Signs and tests The following tests help determine how severely the lungs are affected: Blood gas CT scan of chest Lung function studies X-ray of the chest Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) The outcome depends on the chemical agent involved, the severity of exposure, and whether the problem is acute or chronic. Calling your health care provider Call your health care provider if you have trouble breathing after inhaling (or possibly inhaling) any substance. Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
171.	Pulmonary edema Signs and tests The health care provider will perform a physical exam and use a stethoscope to listen to the lungs and heart. The following may be detected: Crackles in the lungs, called rales Abnormal heart sounds Increased heart rate (tachycardia) Pale or blue skin color (pallor or cyanosis) Rapid breathing (tachypnea) Possible tests include: Complete blood count (CBC) to check for anemia and reduced red cell count Other blood tests to measure blood chemistries and kidney function Blood oxygen levels ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 26
172.	Silicosis Signs and tests Your health care provider will take a medical history that includes many questions about your jobs (past and present), hobbies, and other activities that may have exposed you to silica. The health care provider will also do a physical exam. Tests to confirm the diagnosis and rule out similar diseases include: Chest x-ray Pulmonary function tests Purified protein derivative (PPD) skin test (for tuberculosis) Support Groups Joining a support group where you can meet other people with silic... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 26
173.	Tuberculous pleural effusion Signs and tests Fluid can be removed with a needle (thoracentesis) from the pleural space. However, in most cases, the tuberculosis bacteria cannot be found in the fluid by examining it under a microscope or by trying to grow the bacteria in the laboratory from a sample of pleural fluid (culture). The best way to make the diagnosis is to remove a piece of the lining of the lung (pleural tissue) by biopsy. This is more likely to reveal the disease-causing organism through a culture or by examining it und... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 58
174.	Diffuse interstitial lung disease Signs and tests The health care provider will perform a physical exam. Dry, crackling breath sounds may be heard when listening to the chest with a stethoscope. The health care provider may notice nasal flaring . The following tests may be done: Blood tests to check for connective tissue diseases Bronchoscopy with biopsy Chest x-ray CT scan of the chest Lung biopsy Measurement of the blood oxygen level at rest or during exertion Pulmonary function tests Support Groups For additional information and reso... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 49
175.	Pulmonary aspergilloma (mycetoma) Signs and tests Blood test for presence of aspergillus in the body (galactomannan) Blood test to detect antibodies to aspergillus (serum precipitins for aspergillus ) Bronchoscopy or bronchoscopy with lavage (BAL) Chest CT Chest x-ray Sputum culture Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) The outcome can be good in many patients. However, it depends on the severity of the condition and other factors. In some people, surgery can be very effective when it is successful, but this surgery is complex and can... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
176.	Empyema Signs and tests The health care provider may note decreased breath sounds or a friction rub when listening to the chest with a stethoscope ( auscultation ). Tests may include the following: Chest x-ray CT scan of chest Pleural fluid gram stain and culture Thoracentesis Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) When empyema complicates pneumonia, the risk of permanent lung damage and death goes up. Patients will need long-term treatment with antibiotics and drainage. However, most people fully recover from... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
177.	Hemothorax Signs and tests Your doctor may note decreased or absent breath sounds on the affected side. Signs of hemothorax may be seen on the following tests: Chest x-ray CT scan Pleural fluid analysis Thoracentesis Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) The outcome depends on the cause of the hemothorax and how quickly treatment is given. Calling your health care provider Call 911 if you have: Any serious injury to the chest Chest pain or shortness of breath Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
178.	Cor pulmonale Signs and tests Abnormal fluid collection in the abdomen Abnormal heart sounds Bluish color to the skin ( cyanosis ) Enlargement of the liver Swelling (distension) of the neck veins, indicating high right-heart pressures Swelling of the ankles The following tests may help diagnose cor pulmonale: Blood antibody tests Blood test for brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) Chest x-ray CT scan of the chest Echocardiogram Lung biopsy (rarely performed) Measurement of blood oxygen by arterial blood gas ( ABG ) Pulmon... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 24
179.	Coal worker's pneumoconiosis Signs and tests The doctor will perform a physical exam and listen to your lungs with a stethoscope. A chest x-ray will be taken. Support Groups For additional resources, see lung disease support group . Expectations (prognosis) The outcome for the simple form is usually good. It rarely causes disability or death. The complicated form may cause shortness of breath that gets progressively worse. Calling your health care provider Call for an appointment with your health care provider if you develop sympto... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 16
180.	Metastatic pleural tumor Signs and tests Chest x-ray CT scan of the chest Open pleural biopsy Pleural fluid analysis Pleural needle biopsy Thoracentesis Support Groups You can ease the stress of illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and problems. See: Cancer - support group Lung disease - support group Expectations (prognosis) The 5-year survival rate (number of people who live for more than 5 years after diagnosis) is less than 25% for people with pleural tumors that have spread. Calling you... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
181.	Asbestosis Signs and tests When listening to the chest with a stethoscope ( auscultation ), the doctor may detect a crackling sound. These tests may help diagnose the disease: Chest x-ray CT scan of the lungs Gallium lung scan Pulmonary function tests Support Groups You can ease the stress of this illness by joining a support group whose members share common experiences and problems. See lung disease - support group . Expectations (prognosis) The outcome depends on the duration and extent of the asbestos exposure.... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
182.	Coccidioidomycosis - acute pulmonary Signs and tests Biopsy of lymph node or lung (often done with bronchoscopy) Blood test for antibodies to the fungus Bronchoscopy with lavage Complete blood count ( CBC ) Sputum smear ( KOH test or Papanicolaou stain) Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) The outlook in milder cases is usually good. Disseminated coccidioidomycosis can be serious, particularly in people with weakened immune systems from: Anti-tumor necrosis factor (TNF) therapy Chemotherapy Glucocorticoid medications (prednisone) Heart-... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 80
183.	Cystic fibrosis Signs and tests A blood test is available to help detect CF. The test looks for variations in a gene known to cause the disease. Other tests use to diagnose CF include: Immunoreactive trypsinogen (IRT) test is a standard newborn screening test for CF. A high level of IRT suggests possible CF and requires further testing. Sweat chloride test is the standard diagnostic test for CF. A high salt level in the patient's sweat is a sign of the disease. Other tests that identify problems that can be related to ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 80
184.	Hypersensitivity pneumonitis Signs and tests Your doctor may hear abnormal lung sounds called crackles (rales) when listening to your chest with a stethoscope. Lung changes due to chronic hypersensitivity pneumonitis may be seen on chest x-ray . Other tests may include: Aspergillus precipitins test Bronchoscopy with washings and biopsy CBC High-resolution CT scan of the chest Hypersensitivity pneumonitis antibody panels Pulmonary function tests Video-assisted or open-lung biopsy Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Most symptoms... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 58
185.	Psittacosis Signs and tests The health care provider will hear abnormal lung sounds such as crackles and decreased breath sounds when listening to the chest with a stethoscope. Tests include: Antibody titer (rising titer over time is a sign of infection) Blood culture (grows chlamydia ) Blood gases CT scan of the chest Sputum culture X-ray of the chest Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Full recovery is expected. Calling your health care provider Antibiotics are needed to treat this infection. If you develop s... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 58
186.	Acute respiratory distress syndrome Signs and tests Listening to the chest with a stethoscope ( auscultation ) reveals abnormal breath sounds , such as crackles that suggest fluid in the lungs. Often the blood pressure is low. Cyanosis (blue skin, lips, and nails caused by lack of oxygen to the tissues) is often seen. Tests used to diagnose ARDS include: Arterial blood gas Bronchoscopy CBC and blood chemistries Chest x-ray Sputum cultures and analysis Tests for possible infections Occasionally an echocardiogram or Swan-Ganz catheterizatio... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 53
187.	Simple pulmonary eosinophilia Signs and tests The health care provider will listen to your chest with a stethoscope. Crackle-like sounds called rales may be heard. Rales suggest inflammation of the lung tissue. A blood count test shows increased white blood cells, particularly eosinophils . Chest x-ray usually shows abnormal shadows called infiltrates. They may disappear with time or reappear in different areas of the lung. A bronchoscopy with washing may show a large number of eosinophils. Gastric lavage may show signs of the ascar... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
188.	Pulmonary alveolar proteinosis Signs and tests The doctor may hear crackles in the lungs. Often, the physical examination is normal. The following tests may be done: Chest x-ray Arterial blood gases test Pulmonary function tests High-resolution CT scan of the chest Bronchoscopy with saline wash of the lungs (lavage) Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Some people with this condition go into remission. Others develop worsening respiratory failure. Calling your health care provider Call your health care provider if you develop symp... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 32
189.	Mesothelioma (malignant) Signs and tests Chest x-ray Cytology of pleural fluid Open lung biopsy Pleural biopsy Thoracic CT Mesotheliomas are often hard to diagnose under the microscope. It can be hard to distinguish between this type of tumor and other conditions and tumors of the pleura. More than one specialist may be involved in examining the biopsy. It may take some time for the diagnosis to be made. Support Groups You can ease the stress of illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and probl... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
190.	Occupational asthma Signs and tests The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask questions about your medical history. Your symptoms may have a pattern of getting worse with a specific workplace environment or substance. The health care provider may hear wheezing when listening to the chest with a stethoscope. The following tests may be used to diagnose this condition: Blood tests to detect specific antibodies to the suspected substance Bronchial provocation test (test measuring reaction to the suspected a... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
191.	Drug-induced pulmonary disease Signs and tests The doctor will perform a physical exam and listen to your chest and lungs with a stethoscope. Abnormal breath sounds may be heard. Tests that may be done include: Bronchoscopy Complete blood count with blood differential Chest CT scan Chest x-ray Lung biopsy (in rare cases) Thoracentesis (if pleural effusion is present) Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Acute episodes usually go away within 48 - 72 hours after the medication has been discontinued, but chronic syndromes may take lo... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
192.	Histoplasmosis - acute (primary) pulmonary Signs and tests To diagnose histoplasmosis, the doctor needs to find the fungus in the body, or evidence that your immune system is reacting to the fungus. Tests include: Antibody tests for histoplasmosis (also called serologies) Biopsy of infection site Bronchoscopy (usually only done if symptoms are severe or you have an abnormal immune system) Complete blood count (CBC) with differential Chest CT scan Chest x-ray (might show a lung infection or pneumonia) Sputum culture (often not positive, even if y... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 26
193.	Metastatic cancer to the lung Signs and tests Bronchoscopy Chest CT scan Chest x-ray Cytologic studies of pleural fluid or sputum Lung needle biopsy Surgical lung biopsy Support Groups You can ease the stress of illness by joining a support group where members share common experiences and problems. For this condition, see cancer support group . Expectations (prognosis) A cure is unlikely in most cases. It is rare for someone to live more than 5 years with metastatic cancer to the lungs. Rarely, patients with certain types of cancer ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 26
194.	Rheumatoid lung disease Signs and tests The doctor may hear crackles when listening to the lungs with a stethoscope ( auscultation ). Or, the patient may have decreased breath sounds, a rubbing sound, or normal breath sounds. The following tests may show problems consistent with rheumatoid lung disease: Chest x-ray CT scan of the chest Echocardiogram (may show pulmonary hypertension) Needle inserted into the fluid around the lung ( thoracentesis ) Bronchoscopic, video-assisted, or open lung biopsy Support Groups Expectations (... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 16
195.	Coccidioidomycosis - disseminated Signs and tests Tests that may be done include: CBC with differential Chest x-ray Coccidioidin skin test Sputum KOH test Coccidioides complement fixation titer to measure antibodies to the Coccidioides fungus in the blood Sputum culture A biopsy of tissue may be done to determine the area of disseminated disease: Bone marrow biopsy Liver biopsy Open lung biopsy Skin lesion biopsy A brain and nervous system (neurological) examination may show abnormalities. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) People ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
196.	Respiratory acidosis Signs and tests Arterial blood gas (measures levels of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood; in respiratory acidosis, the level of carbon dioxide is too high) Chest x-ray Pulmonary function test Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) How well you do depends on the disease causing the respiratory acidosis. Calling your health care provider Severe respiratory acidosis is a medical emergency. Seek immediate medical help if you have symptoms of this condition. Call your health care provider if you have s... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
197.	Blastomycosis Signs and tests Chest x-ray Skin biopsy Sputum culture and examination under the microscope after applying special stains to sputum Tissue biopsy Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Patients with minor skin sores (lesions) and relatively mild lung infections usually recover completely. If the infection is not treated, it can become severe enough to cause death. Calling your health care provider Call your health care provider if you have symptoms of blastomycosis. Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
198.	Histoplasmosis - chronic pulmonary Signs and tests Tests that may be used to diagnose chronic pulmonary histoplasmosis include: Biopsy of infected tissue, such as open lung biopsy Bronchoscopy with transbronchial biopsy or bronchoalveolar lavage CBC Chest CT scan Chest x-ray Histoplasma complement fixation titer Histoplasma urinary antigen test (positive only if the person also has disseminated histoplasmosis) Immunodiffusion test Sputum culture and stain Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) The infection usually goes away with antifu... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 13
199.	Pulmonary hypertension Signs and tests A physical examination may show: Abnormal heart sounds (especially a splitting of the second heart sound) Enlargement of the veins in the neck Feeling of a pulse over the breastbone Heart murmur Leg swelling Liver and spleen swelling Normal breathing sounds In the early stages of the disease, the exam may be normal or almost normal. The condition may take several months to diagnose. Asthma causes similar symptoms and must be ruled out. Tests may include: Cardiac catheterization Chest x-r... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 12
200.	Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease Signs and tests The best test for COPD is a simple lung function test called spirometry. This involves blowing out as hard as one can into a small machine that tests lung capacity. The test can be interpreted immediately and does not involve exercising, drawing blood, or exposure to radiation. Using a stethoscope to listen to the lungs can also be helpful, although sometimes the lungs sound normal even when COPD is present. Pictures of the lungs (such as X-rays and CT scans) can be helpful but sometimes... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 12
201.	Flu Signs and tests The evaluation of an individual with flu symptoms should include a thorough physical exam and, in cases where pneumonia is suspected, a chest x-ray . Additional blood work may be needed. They may include a complete blood count , blood cultures, and sputum cultures. The most common method for diagnosing the flu is an antigen detection test, which is done by swabbing the nose and throat, then sending a sample to the laboratory for testing. The results of these tests can be available rapidl... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 61
202.	Pulmonary tuberculosis Signs and tests Examination may show: Clubbing of the fingers or toes (in people with advanced disease) Enlarged or tender lymph nodes in the neck or other areas Fluid around a lung Unusual breath sounds (crackles) Tests may include: Biopsy of the affected tissue (rare) Bronchoscopy Chest CT scan Chest x-ray Interferon-gamma blood test such as the QFT-Gold test to test for TB infection Sputum examination and cultures Thoracentesis Tuberculin skin test Support Groups You can ease the stress of illness by... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 49
203.	Pulmonary actinomycosis Signs and tests Tests that may be done include: Bronchoscopy with culture Complete blood count (CBC) Chest x-ray Chest CT scan Lung biopsy Modified AFB smear of sputum Sputum culture Sputum Gram stain Thoracentesis with culture Tissue culture Tissue and fluid analysis Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Most people get better after treatment with antibiotics. Calling your health care provider Call your health care provider if: You have symptoms of pulmonary actinomycosis Your symptoms get worse or d... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
204.	Viral pneumonia Signs and tests Persons with suspected pneumonia should have a complete medical evaluation, including a thorough physical exam and a chest x-ray -- especially since the physical exam may not always distinguish pneumonia from acute bronchitis or other respiratory infections. Depending on the severity of illness, additional studies may be done, include: Complete blood count (CBC) Blood cultures Blood tests for antibodies to specific viruses Bronchoscopy Open lung biopsy (only done in very serious illnesse... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
205.	Acute upper airway obstruction Signs and tests Physical examination may show: Decreased breath sounds in the lungs Rapid, shallow, or slowed breathing Tests are usually not necessary, but may include: Bronchoscopy Laryngoscopy X-rays Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Prompt treatment is often successful. However, the condition is dangerous and may be fatal, even if treated. Calling your health care provider Airway obstruction is an emergency. It is a good idea to learn how to clear an airway of a foreign body by using a method ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 40
206.	Histiocytosis Signs and tests The tumors produce a "punched-out" look on a bone x-ray. Specific tests vary depending on the age of the patient. Tests in children may also include: Biopsy of skin to check for the presence of Langerhans cells Bone marrow biopsy to check for the presence of Langerhans cells Complete blood count ( CBC ) X-rays of all the bones in the body (skeletal survey) to find out how many bones are affected Tests in adults may include: Bronchoscopy with biopsy Chest x-ray Pulmonary function tests Hi... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 36
207.	Mediastinitis Signs and tests Signs of mediastinitis in patients who have had recent surgery include: Chest wall tenderness Wound drainage Unstable chest wall Tests include: Chest CT scan or MRI scan Chest x-ray Your health care provider may insert a needle into the area of inflammation and remove a sample to send for gram stain and culture to find the source of any infection. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) How well a person does depends on the cause of the mediastinitis. Mediastinitis after open chest surge... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
208.	Pneumomediastinum Signs and tests During a physical examination, the doctor may feel small bubbles of air under the skin of the chest, arms, or neck. A chest x-ray or CAT scan of the chest may be done to confirm the presence of air in the mediastinum and help diagnose a hole in the trachea or esophagus. Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) The outlook depends on the disease or events that caused the pneumomediastinum. Calling your health care provider Go to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such a... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
209.	Atelectasis Signs and tests Bronchoscopy Chest x-ray Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) In an adult, atelectasis in a small area of the lung is usually not life threatening. The rest of the lung can make up for the collapsed area, bringing in enough oxygen for the body to function. Large atelectases may be life threatening, especially in a baby or small child, or someone who has another lung disease or illness. The collapsed lung usually reinflates gradually once the obstruction has been removed. However, some... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
210.	Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis Signs and tests The health care provider will perform a physical exam and ask questions about your medical history. Your doctor will ask whether you have been exposed to asbestos and if you have been a smoker. Patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis have abnormal breath sounds called crackles. Patients with advanced disease may have blue-colored skin ( cyanosis ) around the mouth or in the fingernails due to low oxygen. Examination of the fingers and toes may show abnormal enlargement of the fingern... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 26
211.	Sarcoidosis Signs and tests Often the disease is found in patients with no symptoms who have an abnormal chest x-ray. Different imaging tests may help diagnose sarcoidosis: Chest x-ray to see if the lungs are involved or lymph nodes are enlarged CT scan Lung gallium (Ga.) scan Biopsies of different tissues may be done: Lymph node biopsy Skin lesion biopsy Bronchoscopy to perform a biopsy Open lung biopsy Mediastinoscopy with biopsy Liver biopsy Kidney biopsy Nerve biopsy Heart biopsy This disease may also alter the... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 24
212.	Lung disease Signs and tests Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) Calling your health care provider Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
213.	Primary alveolar hypoventilation Signs and tests The health care provider will perform a physical exam. Tests will be done to rule out other causes. For example, muscular dystrophy can make the rib muscles weak, and emphysema damages the lung tissue itself. A small stroke can affect the breathing center in the brain. Tests that may be done include: Blood gases Chest x-ray Hematocrit Lung function tests Overnight oxygen level measurements (oximetry) Serum bicarbonate Sleep study ( polysomnography ) Support Groups Expectations (prognosis... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
214.	Solitary pulmonary nodule Signs and tests A solitary pulmonary nodule is usually found on a chest x-ray. If x-rays repeated over time show the nodule size has remain unchanged for 2 years, it is generally considered benign. A chest CT scan is often done to look at a solitary pulmonary nodule in more detail. Other tests used to examine a solitary pulmonary nodule may include: PET scan Percutaneous needle biopsy Single-photon emission CT (SPECT) scan Skin tests to rule out infectious causes Lung biopsy Support Groups Expectations ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
215.	Pulmonary nocardiosis Signs and tests Bronchial alveolar lavage - fluid is sent for stain and culture Bronchoscopy Chest x-ray Crackles (rales) in the infected lung detected by stethoscope CT scan Decreased breath sounds in the lung Pleural fluid culture and stain Sputum stain and culture Support Groups Expectations (prognosis) The outcome is usually good with quick diagnosis and treatment. The outcome is poor when the infection spreads and treatment is delayed. Calling your health care provider Call your health care provide... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
216.	Atypical pneumonia Signs and tests Persons with suspected pneumonia should have a complete medical evaluation, including a thorough physical exam and a chest x-ray -- especially since the physical exam may not always distinguish pneumonia from acute bronchitis or other respiratory infections. Depending on the severity of illness, additional studies may be done, include: Complete blood count (CBC) Blood cultures Blood tests for antibodies to specific bacteria Bronchoscopy Open lung biopsy (only done in very serious illness... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 13
217.	Heart attack first aid First Aid Have the person sit down, rest, and try to keep calm. Loosen any tight clothing. Ask if the person takes any chest pain medication for a known heart condition. Help the person take the medication (usually nitroglycerin, which is placed under the tongue). If the pain does not go away promptly with rest or within 3 minutes of taking nitroglycerin, call for emergency medical help. If the person is unconscious and unresponsive, call 911 (or your local emergency number), then begin CPR . If an infa... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 40
218.	Heat emergencies First Aid Have the person lie down in a cool place. Raise the person's feet about 12 inches. Apply cool, wet cloths (or cool water directly) to the person's skin and use a fan to lower body temperature. Place cold compresses on the person's neck, groin, and armpits. If alert, give the person beverages to sip (such as Gatorade), or make a salted drink by adding a teaspoon of salt per quart of water. Give a half cup every 15 minutes. Cool water will do if salt beverages are not available. For muscle cramp... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 40
219.	Skull fracture First Aid 1. Check the airways, breathing, and circulation. If necessary, begin rescue breathing and CPR. 2. Avoid moving the victim (unless absolutely necessary) until medical help arrives. Instruct someone to call 911 (or the local emergency number) for medical assistance. 3. If the victim must be moved, take care to stabilize the head and neck. Place your hands on both sides of the head and under the shoulders. Do not allow the head to bend forward or backward, or to twist or turn. 4. Carefully check... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 36
220.	Nose fracture First Aid Reassure the patient and try to keep the patient calm. Have the patient breathe through the mouth and lean forward in a sitting position in order to keep blood from going down the back of the throat. Apply cold compresses to the nose to reduce swelling. If possible, the patient should hold the compress so that there isn't too much pressure on the nose. To help relieve pain, acetaminophen (Tylenol) is recommended. Do Not Do NOT try to straighten a broken nose. Do NOT move the person if there is... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 34
221.	Fishhook removal First Aid If the barb of the hook has not entered the skin, pull the tip of the hook out in the opposite direction it went in. Otherwise, you can use one of the following methods for removal of a hook that is superficially (not deeply) embedded just beneath the skin: Fish line method: First, wash your hands with soap. Put a loop of fish line through the bend of the fishhook so that a quick jerk can be applied and the hook can be pulled out directly in line with the shaft of the hook. Holding onto the sh... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
222.	Frostbite First Aid 1. Shelter the person from the cold and move him or her to a warmer place. Remove any constricting jewelry and wet clothing. Look for signs of hypothermia (lowered body temperature) and treat accordingly. 2. If immediate medical help is available, it is usually best to wrap the affected areas in sterile dressings (remember to separate affected fingers and toes) and transport the person to an emergency department for further care. 3. If immediate care is not available, rewarming first aid may b... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 22
223.	Broken or knocked out tooth First Aid Save any tooth that has been knocked out for possible reimplantation. Bring it to your dentist as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the less chance there is for successful reimplantation. Handle the tooth only by the crown (chewing edge). Use one of the following options to transport the tooth: Try to replace the tooth in the socket, to the level of adjacent teeth. Bite down gently on gauze or a wet tea bag to help keep it in place. The surrounding teeth can be used as anchors. Care must ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 14
224.	Sleep disorders in the elderly Signs and tests The health care provider will perform a physical exam to rule out medical causes. Diagnosis is also based on the patient's history of sleep disturbances and other contributing factors. Expectations (prognosis) Most people see improvement in sleep with treatment or interventions. However, others may continue to have persistent sleep disruptions. Calling your health care provider Call for an appointment with your health care provider if a lack of sleep or too much sleep is interfering with... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 13
225.	Chemical burn or reaction First Aid Make sure the cause of the burn has been removed. Try not to come in contact with it yourself. If the chemical is dry, brush off any excess. Avoid brushing it into your eyes. Remove any contaminated clothing or jewelry. Flush the chemicals off the skin surface using cool running water for 15 minutes or more. Treat the person for shock if he or she appears faint, pale, or if there is shallow, rapid breathing. Apply cool, wet compresses to relieve pain. Wrap the burned area with a dry sterile dr... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 13
226.	How to make a splint First Aid 1. Care for all wounds first before applying a splint. 2. An injured body part should usually be splinted in the position in which it was found. 3. Find something rigid to use as supports to make the splint such as sticks, boards, or even rolled up newspapers. If none can be found, use a rolled blanket or clothing. An injured body part can also be taped to an uninjured body part in order to prevent it from moving. For example, you can tape an injured finger to the finger next to it to keep it ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 61
227.	Foreign object - inhaled or swallowed First Aid FOR INHALED OBJECT Any child who may have inhaled an object should be seen by a doctor. Children with obvious breathing trouble may have a total airway blockage that requires emergency medical attention. If choking or coughing goes away, and the child does not have any other symptoms, he or she should be watched for signs and symptoms of infection or irritation. X-rays may be needed. Bronchoscopy may be necessary to make a definitive diagnosis and to remove the object. Antibiotics and respirat... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 58
228.	Shock First Aid Call 911 for immediate medical help. Check the person's airway, breathing, and circulation. If necessary, begin rescue breathing and CPR . Even if the person is able to breathe on his or her own, continue to check rate of breathing at least every 5 minutes until help arrives. If the person is conscious and does NOT have an injury to the head, leg, neck, or spine, place the person in the shock position. Lay the person on the back and elevate the legs about 12 inches. Do NOT elevate the head. If... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 53
229.	Electrical injury First Aid 1. If safely possible, shut off the electrical current. Unplug the cord, remove the fuse from the fuse box, or turn off the circuit breakers. Simply turning off an appliance may NOT stop the flow of electricity. 2. Call for medical help. 3. If the current can't be turned off, use a non-conducting object, such as a broom, chair, rug, or rubber doormat to push the victim away from the source of the current. Do NOT use a wet or metal object. If possible, stand on something dry and non-conducting,... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 53
230.	Foreign body in the nose First Aid Do not search the nose with cotton swabs or other tools. Doing so may push the object further into the nose. Have the person breathe through the mouth. He or she should avoid breathing in sharply, which may force the object in further. Once you known which side of the nose is affected, gently press the other nostril closed and have the person blow gently. Avoid blowing the nose too hard or repeatedly. If this method fails, get medical help. Do Not DO NOT try to remove an object that you cannot... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 48
231.	Hypothermia First Aid If any symptoms of hypothermia are present, especially confusion or changes in mental status, immediately call 911. If the person is unconscious , check airway, breathing, and circulation. If necessary, begin rescue breathing or CPR . If the victim is breathing fewer than 6 breaths per minute, begin rescue breathing. Take the person inside to room temperature and cover him or her with warm blankets. If going indoors is not possible, get the person out of the wind and use a blanket to provide i... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 40
232.	Near drowning First Aid When someone is drowning: Do NOT place yourself in danger. Do NOT get into the water or go out onto ice unless you are absolutely sure it is safe. Extend a long pole or branch to the person, or use a throw rope attached to a buoyant object, such as a life ring or life jacket. Toss it to the person, then pull him or her to shore. If you are trained in rescuing people, do so immediately only if you are absolutely sure it will not cause you harm. Keep in mind that people who have fallen through i... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 36
233.	Sprains First Aid Apply ice immediately to help reduce swelling. Wrap the ice in cloth -- DO NOT place ice directly on the skin. Try NOT to move the affected area. To help you do this, bandage the affected area firmly, but not tightly. ACE bandages work well. Use a splint if necessary. Keep the swollen joint elevated above the level of the heart, even while sleeping. Rest the affected joint for several days. Aspirin, ibuprofen, or other pain relievers can help. DO NOT give aspirin to children. Keep pressure off... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 29
234.	Genital injury First Aid Reassure the victim and try to keep them calm. As first aid is administered, be sensitive to the victim's privacy -- shield the injured area. To control bleeding, use direct pressure. Place a clean cloth or sterile dressing on any open wounds. If the vagina is bleeding severely, pack the area with sterile gauze or clean cloths unless a foreign body is suspected. Apply cold compresses to help reduce swelling. If the testicles have been injured, support them with a sling made from towels and app... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 26
235.	Ear emergencies First Aid Follow the steps below, depending on the type of ear emergency. OBJECT IN THE EAR Calm and reassure the person. If the object is sticking out and easy to remove, gently remove it by hand or with tweezers. Then, get medical help to make sure the entire object was removed. If you think a small object may be lodged within the ear, but you cannot see it, DO NOT reach inside the ear canal with tweezers. You can do more harm than good. Try using gravity to get the object out by tilting the head to t... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 24
236.	Eye emergencies First Aid Take prompt action and follow the steps below if you or someone else has an eye-related injury. SMALL OBJECT ON THE EYE OR EYELID The eye will often clear itself of tiny objects, like eyelashes and sand, through blinking and tearing. If not, take these steps: Tell the person not to rub the eye. Wash your hands before examining it. Examine the eye in a well-lighted area. To find the object, have the person look up and down, then side to side. If you can't find the object, grasp the lower eyelid... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 24
237.	Cuts and puncture wounds First Aid If the wound is bleeding severely, call 911. Minor cuts and puncture wounds can be treated at home. Take the following steps. FOR MINOR CUTS Wash your hands with soap or antibacterial cleanser to prevent infection. Wash the cut thoroughly with mild soap and water. Use direct pressure to stop the bleeding. Apply antibacterial ointment and a clean bandage that will not stick to the wound. FOR MINOR PUNCTURES Wash your hands with soap or antibacterial cleanser to prevent infection. Use a stream o... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 24
238.	Bleeding First Aid First aid is appropriate for external bleeding. If bleeding is severe, or if shock or internal bleeding is suspected, get emergency help immediately. Calm and reassure the person. The sight of blood can be very frightening. If the wound is superficial, wash it with soap and warm water and pat dry. Superficial wounds or scrapes are injuries that affect the top layers of skin and bleeding from such wounds is often described as "oozing," because it is slow. Lay the person down. This reduces the c... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 22
239.	Heimlich maneuver First Aid For a conscious person who is sitting or standing, position yourself behind the person and reach your arms around his or her waist. Place your fist, thumb side in, just above the person's navel and grab the fist tightly with your other hand. Pull your fist abruptly upward and inward to increase airway pressure behind the obstructing object and force it from the windpipe. If the person is conscious and lying on his or her back, straddle the person facing the head. Push your grasped fist upward ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 16
240.	Choking - infant under 1 year First Aid DO NOT perform these steps if the infant is coughing forcefully or has a strong cry -- either of which can dislodge the object on its own. Lay the infant face down, along your forearm. Use your thigh or lap for support. Hold the infant's chest in your hand and jaw with your fingers. Point the infant's head downward, lower than the body. Give up to 5 quick, forceful blows between the infant's shoulder blades. Use the heel of your free hand. IF THE OBJECT ISN'T FREE AFTER 5 BLOWS Turn the infant... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 13
241.	Choking - unconscious adult or child over 1 year First Aid 1. Roll the person onto the back on a hard surface, keeping the back in a straight line while firmly supporting the head and neck. Expose the person's chest. 2. Open the person's mouth with your thumb and index finger, placing your thumb over the tongue and your index finger under the chin. If the object is visible and loose, remove it. If the person is older than age 8, sweep two fingers from one side of the throat to the other to attempt to remove the object. 3. Lift the person's chin while ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 13
242.	Choking - adult or child over 1 year First Aid How to perform the Heimlich maneuver: First ask, "Are you choking? Can you speak?" DO NOT perform first aid if the person is coughing forcefully and able to speak -- a strong cough can dislodge the object. Stand behind the person and wrap your arms around the person's waist. Make a fist with one hand. Place the thumb side of your fist just above the person's navel, well below the breastbone. Grasp the fist with your other hand. Make quick, upward and inward thrusts with your fist. Continue the... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 13
243.	Radiation sickness First Aid Only provide medical care if you have the appropriate protective gear to prevent contaminating yourself: Check the person's breathing and pulse. Start CPR , if necessary. Have the person's remove their clothing and place the items in a sealed container. This stops ongoing contamination. Vigorously wash body with soap and water. Dry the body and wrap with soft, clean blanket. Call for emergency medical help and take the person to nearest emergency medical facility. REPORT EXPOSURE TO EMERGENCY ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 106
244.	Animal bites First Aid Calm and reassure the person. Wear latex gloves or wash your hands thoroughly before attending to the wound. Wash hands afterwards, too. If the bite is not bleeding severely, wash the wound thoroughly with mild soap and running water for 3 to 5 minutes. Then, cover the bite with antibiotic ointment and a clean dressing. If the bite is actively bleeding, apply direct pressure with a clean, dry cloth until the bleeding stops. Raise the area of the bite. If the bite is on the hand or fingers, cal... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 66
245.	Convulsions First Aid When a seizure occurs, the main goal is to protect the person from injury. Try to prevent a fall. Lay the person on the ground in a safe area. Clear the area of furniture or other sharp objects. Cushion the person's head. Loosen tight clothing, especially around the person's neck. Turn the person on his or her side. If vomiting occurs, this helps make sure that the vomit is not inhaled into the lungs. Look for a medical I.D. bracelet with seizure instructions. Stay with the person until he or ... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 66
246.	Snake bites First Aid 1. Keep the person calm, reassuring them that bites can be effectively treated in an emergency room. Restrict movement, and keep the affected area below heart level to reduce the flow of venom. 2. If you have a pump suction device (such as that made by Sawyer), follow the manufacturer's directions. 3. Remove any rings or constricting items because the affected area may swell. Create a loose splint to help restrict movement of the area. 4. If the area of the bite begins to swell and change colo... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 49
247.	Marine animal stings or bites First Aid Wear gloves, if possible when removing stingers. Wipe off stingers or tentacles with a towel. Wash the area with salt water. Soak the wound in as hot of water as the patient can tolerate for 30 - 90 minutes, if told to do so by trained personnel. For some types of stings/bites, you may be told to apply vinegar or a meat tenderizer/water solution to neutralize the venom. Do Not Do NOT attempt to remove stingers without protecting your own hands. Do NOT raise the affected body part above the lev... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 43
248.	Unconsciousness - first aid First Aid Call or tell someone to call 911 . Check the person's airway, breathing, and pulse frequently. If necessary, begin rescue breathing and CPR . If the person is breathing and lying on the back, and you do not think there is a spinal injury , carefully roll the person toward you onto the side. Bend the top leg so both hip and knee are at right angles. Gently tilt the head back to keep the airway open. If breathing or pulse stops at any time, roll the person on to his back and begin CPR. If you th... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 40
249.	Insect bites and stings First Aid For emergencies (severe reactions): Check the person's airways and breathing. If necessary, call 911 and begin rescue breathing and CPR . Reassure the person. Try to keep him or her calm. Remove nearby rings and constricting items because the affected area may swell. Use the person's Epi-pen or other emergency kit, if they have one. (Some people who have serious insect reactions carry it with them.) If appropriate, treat the person for signs of shock . Remain with the person until medical help... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 36
250.	Burns First Aid FOR MINOR BURNS If the skin is unbroken, run cool water over the area of the burn or soak it in a cool water bath (not ice water). Keep the area submerged for at least 5 minutes. A clean, cold, wet towel will also help reduce pain. Calm and reassure the person. After flushing or soaking, cover the burn with a dry, sterile bandage or clean dressing. Protect the burn from pressure and friction. Over-the-counter ibuprofen or acetaminophen can help relieve pain and swelling. Do NOT give children u... Category: Unknown Publish Date: 8/27/2010 Relevance: 34
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