Preprosthetic Surgery: A Comprehensive Overview

Preprosthetic Surgery

Causes of Bone Loss

  1. Metabolic Factors
  2. Aging
  3. Trauma
  4. Periodontal Disease
  5. Long-Term Denture Usage
  6. Combination of Factors

Resorptive Pattern of the Edentulous Ridge

Type I: Minor Ridge Remodeling

Type II: Sharp Atrophic Residual Ridge

Type III: Basal Bone Ridge

Type IV: Basal Bone Resorption

Aims of Preprosthetic Surgery

  • Provide adequate bony tissue support for the placement of Removable Partial Dentures (RPD) or Complete Dentures (CD)
  • Provide adequate soft tissue support
  • Elimination of pre-existing
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Family Intervention Plan: Addressing Truancy, Abuse, and Addiction

Family Intervention Plan

Serious Troubles Identified

  • Truancy of minors, Antonio (14) and Ana (9).
  • Overload and responsibility placed on Ana, prioritizing household chores over her well-being and education.
  • Abuse towards the mother, Maria, and occasionally Antonio, negatively impacting their emotional, social, and intellectual development.
  • Maria’s struggle with depression.
  • Jose’s alcohol addiction and its associated problems, though potentially less severe after treatment.

Gravity of the Problem and Needs

The

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Common Foodborne Illnesses & Symptoms

Common Foodborne Illnesses

OrganismCommon Name of IllnessOnset Time After IngestingSigns & SymptomsDurationFood Sources
Bacillus cereusB. cereus food poisoning10-16 hrsAbdominal cramps, watery diarrhea, nausea24-48 hoursMeats, stews, gravies, vanilla sauce
Campylobacter jejuniCampylobacteriosis2-5 daysDiarrhea, cramps, fever, and vomiting; diarrhea may be bloody2-10 daysRaw and undercooked poultry, unpasteurized milk, contaminated water
Clostridium botulinumBotulism12-72 hoursVomiting, diarrhea,
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The Impact of Drugs and Alcohol on Your Body

Analgesics (Pills)

Examples:

Tylenol® (acetaminophen), ibuprofen

Function:

Block pain receptors in the brain and nervous system

Benefits:

Reduce pain; help with sleep

Risks:

Can cause liver damage

Steroids (Vial + Syringe)

Examples:

Testosterone, nandrolone

Function:

Mimic hormones produced by the endocrine system

Benefits:

Help correct hormone imbalances; increase muscle mass and blood amounts

Risks:

Can damage the heart and cardiovascular system when overused

Antibiotics (Pills)

Examples:

Penicillin, amoxicillin

Function:

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The Changing Roles of Women in Literature: A Streetcar Named Desire and The Great Gatsby

The Role of Women in A Streetcar Named Desire

Stella Kowalski: The Subservient Woman

Stella exemplifies society’s preconceptions of femininity during the time the text was written. As the dutiful housekeeper and obedient wife, she is a symbol of femininity. From a current perspective, however, she is considered to be a downtrodden and oppressed woman. Her character represents absolute passivity due to her largely domestic and subservient role.

Stella is almost a prisoner in her own home, continuously

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Programs and Services for Adult and Elderly Health in Primary Care

A) Health Care Specific Problems

Care for Immobilized Persons:

This includes people who are normally in bed and need assistance, or those who never leave their homes except in exceptional cases. We must also assess the needs of their caregivers.

Care for the Terminally Ill:

Pay special attention to those suffering from chronic illnesses with no cure and a life expectancy of less than six months. Assess the family, primary caregiver, the emotional burden involved, and the circumstances surrounding the

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