Weight loss programs are comprehensive programs that help the patients manage their food and exercise plans. Physicians and professionals in weight loss facilities must determine unique nutrition and exercise regimens for their patients so that the patient can optimize his or her overall health, fitness, and wellbeing.
Whiplash is an injury that occurs when the patient suddenly distorts his or her neck and overextends his neck. The condition is characterized by an inability to move the head and neck without pain due to the initial injury. Whiplash occurs commonly in motor vehicle accidents.
Work-related injuries and traumas can occur if the company is negligent or the worker is working with heavy machinery or in dangerous conditions. If the company is endangering its workers, it may have to pay for the resulting medical care. Companies and employees alike should be sure to follow all health and safety rules.
Wound care is a specific area of expertise in the medical field in which physicians, nurses, and EMTs treat patients’ wounds. There is a specific set of procedures that must be followed so that the wound will heal properly: health care professionals must remove any foreign objects from the wound, clean and sterilize it, stitch it up, and close it so no infection will occur.
Wrongful death is a term used in medical law trials when the litigant sues someone for causing the death of a loved one. This is closely related to malpractice and negligence, because it suggests that the accused has played a role in the untimely and unfortunate death of the late patient.
X-ray examination is a process in the health care profession through which qualified physicians and technicians examine the images gathered with x-ray technology. They must be well-trained in analyzing the results so that they will be able to detect any potential problems and diagnose and treat the patient appropriately.
Ovarian cancer occurs when malignant growths are found in the patient’s ovary. Over 90% of ovarian cancers occur on the lining of the ovary; ovarian cancer is highly dangerous unless treated immediately.
Otorhinolaryngology is a medical specialty that is also known as ENT. ENT stands for ear, nose, and throat. Doctors in this specialty are referred to as otorhinolaryngologists and they diagnose and treat ear, nose, and throat disorders.
Ontology is a philosophical discussion over what it means to be human and what constitutes existence. This is relevant to medicine because it factors into the debate over life and medical intervention. When a patient signs a DNR document and is then declared brain dead, the debate over existence pertains to whether or not the patient should remain on life support.
Otorhinolaryngology is a medical specialty that is also known as ENT. ENT stands for ear, nose, and throat. Doctors in this specialty are referred to as otorhinolaryngologists and they diagnose and treat ear, nose, and throat disorders. Surgical procedures used to treat such disorders are performed by otolaryngology surgeons.
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