• 1. The Trusted Provider of Medical Information since 1899 - The Merck Manuals

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• 2. Merck Manual Professional Edition

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• 3. Hypertension - Cardiovascular Disorders - The Merck Manuals

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  Description: WEBHypertension is sustained elevation of resting systolic blood pressure ( 130 mm Hg), diastolic blood pressure ( 80 mm Hg), or both. Hypertension with no known cause (primary; formerly, essential, hypertension) is most common. Hypertension with an identified cause (secondary hypertension) is usually due to primary aldosteronism.

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• 4. Overview of Mechanical Ventilation - The Merck Manuals

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  Description: WEBNormal inspiration generates negative intrapleural pressure, which creates a pressure gradient between the atmosphere and the alveoli, resulting in air inflow. In mechanical ventilation, the pressure gradient results from increased (positive) pressure of the air source. Peak airway pressure is measured at the airway opening (Pao) and is ...

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• 5. Overview of the Merck Manuals - Merck Manual Professional Edition

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• 6. Overview of Meningitis - Neurologic Disorders - Merck Manual

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  Description: WEBMeningitis is inflammation of the meninges and subarachnoid space. It may result from infections, other disorders, or reactions to drugs. Severity and acuity vary. Findings typically include headache, fever, and nuchal rigidity, Diagnosis is by cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis. Treatment includes antimicrobial drugs as indicated plus ...

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• 7. Kidney and Urinary Tract Disorders - The Merck Manuals

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  Description: WEBControl of Urination. The kidneys constantly produce urine, which flows through 2 tubes (the ureters) to the bladder, where urine is stored (see figure Viewing the Urinary Tract). The lowest part of the bladder (the neck) is encircled by a muscle (the urinary sphincter) that remains contracted to close off the channel that carries urine out of ...

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• 8. Aminoglycosides - Infectious Diseases - The Merck Manuals

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  Description: WEBAminoglycosides that are active against P. aeruginosaP. aeruginosaP. aeruginosaSerratia marcescens. Aminoglycosides are infrequently used alone, except when used for plague and tularemia. They are usually used with a broad-spectrum beta-lactam for severe infection suspected to be due to a gram-negative bacillary species.

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• 9. External Otitis (Acute) - Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders - Merck

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  Description: WEBExternal otitis is an acute infection of the ear canal skin typically caused by bacteria; Pseudomonas. External otitis may manifest as a localized furuncle or as a diffuse infection of the entire canal (acute diffuse external otitis). The latter is often called swimmer’s ear; the combination of water in the canal and use of cotton swabs is ...

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• 10. Symptom Relief for the Dying Patient - The Merck Manuals

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  Description: WEBMany dying patients are immobile, poorly nourished, incontinent, and cachectic and thus are at risk of pressure injuries. Prevention requires relieving pressure by rotating the patient or shifting the patient’s weight every 2 hours; a specialized mattress or continuously inflated air-suspension bed may also help.

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