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what is a mental status change?

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A difference in mind: This refers to an alteration in one or more of the basic domains of a person's mental state. The components of mental status examinations include, for example, appearance, attitude, behavior, mood and affect, speech, thought process, thought content, perceptions, cognition, insight, and judgment. These are the vital signs of a person's mental state.

Question 2

which chair is good for my back?

Accepted Answer

Office Supply store: Go to an office supply store and try sitting in several of them to see how they feel to you.  Since everyone is different you need to find the chair that fits you best.  If you spend most of your time in this chair don't scrimp on it; it is an investment as important as the right car.  You want good support for the back with your feet flat on the floor and no pressure on the back of the legs.

Question 3

why does my weight change a lot?

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Varied diet? See Dr.: I would guess that you vary what you eat regularly and how much activity you engage in if your weight fluctuates frequently.  A few pounds is normal fluctuation; however, a change of a few% of your body weight is atypically if unintentional.  Try eating a consistent diet (caloric intake) and see what happens.  It is advisable to talk to your doctor about this to rule out med prob & get diet advice.

Question 4

increase chances of having a boy?

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Boy: There us no known way to increase your chance of having a boy. Sorty!

Question 5

does microlute change your cycle?

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Cycle may stay same: Microlut is a progesterone-only birth control pill. Menstrual periods come at one's normal times and is of normal duration and heaviness in the majority of cases. However, both shorter and longer cycles can be seen. Cycle changes 
occur mainly during the first few months of pill use, tend to stabilize over time, and in most cases an establishes and individual pattern in each patient.

Question 6

could exercising change body shape?

Accepted Answer

Yes: toning and adding muscle while losing weight will change your shape

Question 7

does insurance cover shower chairs?

Accepted Answer

DME: DME, durable medical equipment. It may recovered but it depends on the type of insurance. Get a prescription from your doctor wit an appropriate diagnosis code. IE ATAXIA. If it is not covered keep receipts and ask your accountant if it can be claimed on your tax filing.

Question 8

rapid change in bp what could it be?

Accepted Answer

BP Flucctuates norma: It is normal for BP to go up and down by 10-20 mm related to physical activity and emotional states. So you have to be calm and rested for 10-15 minutes before your BP would stabilize and that is the correct value. Get a baseline value by checking on 3 different days and then use the average value as your real BP for future reference.

Question 9

could your eyesight change with age?

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Yes: The eyes can change somewhat with aging and the corrective need might be different.  Usually a minor adjustment and sometimes even an improvement for a small amount.

Question 10

how often should i change a bandage?

Accepted Answer

Twice a day: Usually twice a day to start off with and then leave the wound open to the air as a scab forms. This is for some wounds. If you are talking about a complex open wound best to consult with a physician who can evaluate the wound directly.

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