Essential Vocabulary for English Language Learners
T2: Adjectives and Verbs
- Addicted: Liking something very much.
- Adventurous: Willing to try new and often difficult or dangerous things.
- Aware: Knowing that something exists, or having knowledge or experience of a particular thing.
- Bothered: If you are bothered about something, it is important to you and you are worried about it.
- Cautious: Taking care to avoid risks or danger.
- Critical: Saying that someone or something is bad or wrong.
- Decisive: Able to make decisions quickly and confidently, or showing
Antiretroviral and Antidiabetic Drugs: Mechanisms, Uses, and More
Antiretroviral Drugs
Mechanism of Action (MOA)
Antiretroviral drugs act by inhibiting various stages of the HIV life cycle, including:
- Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors: Prevent conversion of viral RNA to DNA.
- NRTIs: Compete with nucleosides.
- NNRTIs: Directly inhibit reverse transcriptase.
- Protease Inhibitors (PIs): Inhibit viral protease, preventing maturation of virions.
- Integrase Inhibitors: Prevent integration of viral DNA into host DNA.
- Entry Inhibitors: Block entry of the virus into host cells.
- Fusion
Unraveling the Mystery of Angela’s Death in Istanbul
Where and When Did Tom and Angela Meet?
They met at the Park Hotel, in the American Bar at 5 o’clock in the afternoon.
What Did Tom Do When Angela Didn’t Appear?
He went to her flat, number 11 on Quiet Street (a block of old apartments).
What Did Tom Do When He Received the Bad News?
He phoned Kemal to ask for help. They met in the American Bar at the Park Hotel.
Where Did Tom Expect to Stay?
He expected to stay at the Park Hotel, but he stayed at the Ankara Hotel because it was cheaper.
How Long Had Angela
Read MoreEmergency First Aid: Essential Techniques and Treatments
First Aid: Essential Standards and Techniques
Remain calm and act promptly. If an accident occurs, assess the scene. Note the number and severity of injuries, and quickly scan the area for sources of danger or gas. Leave the wounded lying on their back, although this may vary according to their condition (e.g., bleeding). Manage the casualty with caution. Examine the wounded thoroughly for fractures, shock, burns, etc. Only do what is essential. Keep the patient warm with blankets or jackets. Do
Read MoreOxygen Administration and Ventilotherapy: Methods and Care
Oxygen Administration Methods
Resources are those materials that are used when the patient can breathe by himself, such as a mask (facial and tracheotomy), nasal cannula, nasal catheter, and oxygen tent.
Mask
Oxygen is used to manage quickly and for a short period of time. With this method, oxygen concentrations between 24 and 100% can be given, with more frequent concentrations of 24 to 28%. When you use it, apply Vaseline to the patient’s lips, nose, and ears with gauze.
Nasal Cannula
Used when the
Read MoreAdult Health Risks, Nursing Care, and Pharmacology
Adult Health Risks and Prevention at Different Life Stages
Young Adulthood
In this stage, the main risks are:
- Traffic accidents
- Accidents related to recreational activities
- Workplace accidents
These accidents are often linked to alcohol consumption. Other risks include suicide, depression, and stress related to social factors.
Prevention:
- Recognize the signs of stress
- Develop defense mechanisms to prevent accidents and suicide
- Conduct education campaigns on sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) like AIDS
- Promote