English Phonetics: Sounds, Symbols & Articulation
English Phonetics
Vowel Sounds
A (r), er, ear, al, au:
- Ae, a
ɜ: ir, er, ear, ur, or, our:
- ʌ, u (between 2 consonants), or, or, oo
i: ee, eo, ie, ei, and:
- e, e, o, u
ɔ: or, ore, oor, aw, oar, or ours:
- E-Schaw
u: oo, u, or, or, ew, ue, ui, oe:
- i, e, and
Others the, au, or:
- U.S. u, oo, or
Diphthongs:
- ai: a + i (e, i, ie, is, uy, eye)
- au: a + u (or, ow)
- ei: e + i (ei, ai, ai, a (between comfort and seguida of and (shwa) – (are, ear, air, ere))
- əu: (shwa + u.corta) – (a, oa, oe, ow, ou)
- iə: (i.breve + shwa) – (eer,
Health and Disease: Understanding the Determinants and Indicators
Health and Disease
What is Health?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948, health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. This definition provides a holistic view of health, emphasizing its positive aspects and extending beyond the physical realm.
Advantages of the WHO definition:
- Comprehensive: Encompasses physical, mental, and social aspects.
- Positive: Focuses on well-being rather than just the absence of
The Impact of Low-Cost Airlines & Other Societal Trends
The High Price of Low-Cost Airlines
They have expanded the market, leading to an increase in flights. However, air travel has the most detrimental ecological impact of all transportation methods.
- No, only a minority will contribute financially, which isn’t an effective alternative to a political solution.
- True: “At first sight … thanks to near-full capacity usage” (Lines 5-6)
- True: “A two-day shopping trip … would remain a luxury … without these carriers” (Lines 8-9)
- True: “It is still the traveler’s
Glossary of Filmmaking and Life Stages Terminology
Filmmaking Terminology
A
Agenda
A list of items to be discussed at a meeting.
Archival Footage
Film or video footage from the past that can be used in other films.
Armed With
Furnished with weapons.
Audio Engineer
A person whose job is to alter and balance the levels of different sounds as they are recorded.
Axe
To get rid of a service, system, or someone’s job.
B
Back
To support.
Ban
To decide or say officially that something is not allowed.
Bid
An offer by a person or a company to pay a particular amount of money
Read MoreClinical History Documentation in Hospital and Primary Care
Clinical History Documentation
Hospital Care
Clinical history is a comprehensive record of patient information gathered during hospital care, including outpatient and inpatient services. It should contain all relevant documentation.
Structure and Order
- Patient Identification and Statistical Data: Collected upon admission, this section includes name, address, contact information, date of birth, sex, and a unique patient history number.
- Admission Sheet, Case History, and Clinical Exploration: Completed
Cardiac Conditions: A Paramedic’s Guide
Module 1: Cardiac Basics
Cardiovascular Disease (CVD)
CVD is an umbrella term encompassing coronary artery disease, heart failure, stroke, peripheral artery disease, and others.
History Taking (CVD)
- Current event history (e.g., hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, or diabetes)
- Past medical history
- Family and social history (smoking)
- Surgical and medication history
Common Cardiac Complaints
- Chest pain
- Dyspnea (SOB)
- Dizziness/syncope/fatigue
- Unexplained nausea with or without vomiting
- Swollen ankles, abdominal