Question 1

describe the mechanism of injury (moi), for a burner and stinger injury

Accepted Answer

Plexus stretch: The brachial plexus gets stretched. Head & neck go 1 way and shoulder &arm go the opposite way . The nerves don't like it & let u kno about their unhappiness in a big way.

Question 2

what is the mechanism.of action giving iv pantoprazole to inhalation injury patient?

Accepted Answer

Reduce stomach acid: It will reduce the risk of aspiration of stomach acid and keep the situation from getting worse. It also reduces the risk of stress ulcers.

Question 3

describe the mechanism of injury (moi) for shin splints and list three symptoms?

explain how rice helps an acute injury?

2 questions and two answers

Accepted Answer

Homework?: Shin splints are caused by inflammation of the periosteum of the tibia bone.  Symptons include pain, swelling, slight warmth to touch in the region of the inner lower shin. Rest ice compression elevation helps acute injury by decreasing additional stress/injury (rest) and by decreasing inflammation in the injured area.

Question 4

i was in the backseat of a car and when going over a speedbump i bounced up and my head contacted the roof.could this cause a serious neck injury or c spine fracture? worried about the axial loading mechanism. or is the force not strong enough?

Accepted Answer

Neck injury: You apparently didn't injure the vertebrae or spinal cord which would have been serious injuries. However a milder injury would be a whiplash type where muscles and/or ligaments are strained. This can result in neck pain and stiffness for varying periods of time.

Question 5

lower back pain on and off for a year. suddenly worse day with no known mechanism of injury. cannot sit, stand, or walk without bad pain. muscle relaxers not helping. pain sometimes goes down front of left leg. now having blurry vision. advice?

Accepted Answer

: You need a through evaluation with  MRI of back -may be sciatica, and blood work and other imaging to insure that not  a mass or autoimmune process. .  Go to ER today especially since there is new onset blurred vision.

Question 6

what are positive coping mechanisms?

Accepted Answer

Coping methods : There are many - good self care that includes proper sleep, activity and hobbies, and overall healthy eating.  With regard to work, achieving a good work-life balance as far as time. Other self care tips include, having good social support, continued personal development and learning (ie, taking a class in something fun interesting). Consider looking up models of holistic wellness for more ideas.

Question 7

what is the medical definition of a control mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Control mechanism: A regulatory mechanism for physiological functions in which there is responsive action to feedback.

Question 8

what is the mechanism by which some boys grow faster than others?

Accepted Answer

Genetics: Simply because we are all different, based upon our environment and dna makeup.There are many different ' normals'. So do not worry.

Question 9

would faking being happy trigger the chemical mechanisms for happiness?

Accepted Answer

No: In fact, it is likely to have an anxiety provoking effect. If you feel the need to fake happiness, then you should see a psychologist and explore why happiness naturally eludes you. Happiness may be less important than meaning and purpose in life. Some say that happiness is getting and meaning and purpose is giving. Don't chase happiness but do look for satisfaction in life.

Question 10

what is the mechanism by which people become allergic to insects and flies?

Accepted Answer

Insect allergy: This just happens and there is no good predictor for it, it is more common in people who already have environmental allergies.

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I was in the backseat of a car and when going over a speedbump i bounced up and my head contacted the roof.could this cause a serious neck injury or c spine fracture? worried about the axial loading mechanism. or is the force not strong enough?

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Lower back pain on and off for a year. suddenly worse day with no known mechanism of injury. cannot sit, stand, or walk without bad pain. muscle relaxers not helping. pain sometimes goes down front of left leg. now having blurry vision. advice?

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What are positive coping mechanisms?

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What is the medical definition of a control mechanism?

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What is the mechanism by which some boys grow faster than others?

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Would faking being happy trigger the chemical mechanisms for happiness?

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What is the mechanism by which people become allergic to insects and flies?

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