Question 1

what is crb?

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Capillary Refill...: Brisk - the process whereby blood returns to a portion of the capillary system after its blood supply has been interrupted briefly. Capillary refilling is tested by pressing firmly on a fingernail and estimating the time required for blood to return after pressure is released. In a normal person with good cardiac output and digital perfusion, capillary refilling should take less than 3 seconds.

Question 2

cush curb curb?

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Unfortunate: Can you expand on this?  Did you stumble on the sidewalk?

Question 3

how can i curb my hunger?

Accepted Answer

Eat! But eat smart.: If you're always hungry, you're probably not eating enough of right foods. It's not just number of calories but also composition of those calories. Carbohydrates tend to get burned up quickest, although you can choose healthier low glycemic carbs w/lots of fiber. Protein sticks around longer & delays hunger. Choose lean meats, fish, chicken, even beans. Don't forget healthy fats like fish & veggie.

Question 4

what is indirect combs test?

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Blood test.: It is performed to detect antibodies in the blood. It is commonly used for blood transfusion related tests and prenatal testing of pregnant women usually with rh negative blood group.
For additional details please check at http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/coombs_test.

Question 5

how can one curb an appetite?

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I wish I knew: When i was 30 i couldn't understand why people couldn't take off pounds. Now that i'm passed 60 i understand there is no easy answer.

Question 6

what can i take to curb appetite?

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Healthy frequent: Eat 5-6 healthy feedings of 2-300 calories, combining complex carbs, protein and good fats. This will not only keep you satisfied, but also properly keep Insulin levels under control, avoiding weight gain.

Question 7

how can i curb my cravings for sweets?

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Self-discipline: Develop taste for unsweet food & beverages by choosing & sticking with them until you get used to them. Combine sweet & unsweet & gradually reduce the sweet. Choose fruit, be active, eat regularly, consider sugarless gum. Become engrossed in mental & physical but enjoyable challenges. Become stubborn & insist on self-discipline with pride. Develop/practice self-control in other areas of your life.

Question 8

what causes cknb levels to be elevated?

Accepted Answer

Heart Attack!: Ckmb is an enzyme that is elevated with damage to heart muscle.  This should be investigated with ekgs, serial blood tests with fractionated cks, and primarily to rule out a heart attack or heart damage.

Question 9

what is a natural way to curb your appitite?

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Water; portion size: Drinking a glass or 2 of water before each meal partly fills the stomach so you feel full more quickly. Limiting portion size for each meal will train your stomach/body to expect less food. Avoid high glycemic index foods like starches (potatoes/rice/pasta/white bread) bad fats (trans fats, fatty meats) sugars (soda pop, snack foods, high calorie desserts). Eat 4-6 small meals, not 2-3 big ones.

Question 10

what are natural ways to curb your appetite?

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These are the best: This is one situation in which "natural is better" is really true. Aerobic exercise will tend to normalize your brain to eat right. Don't buy things you'll tend to overeat (greasy stuff, sugar-loaded stuff). Make friends with fitness-lifestyle folks. Work hard on the physical side of any romantic relationship you may have. Learn new aerobic activities you enjoy.

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