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How the coronavirus (COVID-19) nasal swab test works?
Dec 08 , 2020
Testing for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is increasing in many communities.But who actually needs coronavirus testing, and how does COVID-19 nasal swab test work? The person doing the test will insert a long stick into the end with a very soft brush in your nose and rotate it for a few seconds. The soft bristles will collect secretion samples for analysis. The test uses antigen detection to de...
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Using Oxygen at Home:What You Need to Know
Feb 02 , 2021
Oxygen is what your body needs to work properly. Your cells need oxygen for energy. Your lungs absorb oxygen from the air you breathe. Oxygen travels through your blood from your lungs and to your organs and tissues. Some medical conditions can cause low levels of oxygen in your blood. Low blood oxygen may make you feel shortness of breath, tired, or confused. It can also damage your body. While o...
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Are There Different Sizes Of Nasal Cannula?
Mar 09 , 2021
A Disposable Nasal Cannula is a medical device used when people cannot get enough oxygen to maintain optimal body function, whether it is due to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), another respiratory disease, or environmental changes. The nasal cannula (and its connected oxygen source) is lightweight, easy to use, and reasonably priced. They can be used in various hospital settings, whe...
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How Does An Oxygen Concentrator Work?
May 18 , 2021
Oxygen Concentrator Machine is a medical device to help people with low oxygen content in the blood. They are powered by plugging devices into power outlets or using batteries. If a battery is used, it needs to be plugged into a power outlet for charging. Most concentrators also come with adapters, so you can use the device while driving. The oxygen generator receives the air, purifies it, an...
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Types and Advantages of Inoculating Rings and Cell Spreaders
Jun 15 , 2021
Types and Advantages of Inoculation Rings and Cell Spreaders Laboratory technicians and researchers have to plant and streak dozens of samples every day for storage and diagnosis. They have to be very careful when extracting materials from samples to prepare cultures for clinical testing or diagnosis. Depending on the way a microbiologist works and the tasks involved, he or she may use one, two, o...
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How to Prepare for Surgery?
Aug 31 , 2021
To prevent patients from being exposed to harmful bacteria during medical procedures, operating rooms must always be kept sterile. Infection can occur if these bacteria are exposed during a medical procedure. As a result, when scrubbing, surgeons and other members of the surgical team must follow special instructions (known as aseptic technique). This process necessitates some planning, close atte...
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How to Use a Venturi Mask
Sep 17 , 2021
Supplemental oxygen is an important component of supportive care, both in the hospital and at home. A Venturi Mask is a medical oxygen delivery mask used by patients suffering from chronic or acute respiratory distress. It is vital to highlight that the goal of venturi mask oxygen delivery is to raise the patient's oxygen saturation to normal or near-normal levels, not just to give oxygen. Th...
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High Flow Mean High Concentration?-- Truth About Venturi Oxygen Masks
Nov 03 , 2021
High flow does not mean high concentration. High concentration oxygen therapy is not suitable for most patients, while high flow provides a steady flow of oxygen. Next, let's discuss how does a Venturi Oxygen Mask works? 1.What Is the Venturi Effect? 1.1 Venturi Mask Mechanism The venturi effect involves the continuity equation and Bernoulli's principle in fluid physics. When a certain flow rate o...