…Intubation is reasonable in: a reduced level of consciousness with inadequate protective reflexes active major haematemesis severe agitation respiratory failure an anticipated difficult or prolonged…

…symptoms or obscures the tympanic membrane — not routinely . The wax has a protective function, and the commonest complication of ear syringing is that someone syringes…

…cast or has extensive wounds so that the cuff cannot be applied. Place the cuff over a protective dressing, or measure at the toe instead…

…haemodynamic instability — stabilise the patient first. Marked septal deviation towards the bleeding side (relative). Preparation and equipment Personal protective equipment (gloves, a visor, an apron)…

…The amplitude of the waveform recorded in any given lead correlates directly with the projection of the heart vector onto that specific lead vector [3]…

…stunning . This is a protective mechanism since the cessation of contractions leads to a marked reduction in cell metabolism and thus prolongs survival. Myocardial stunning…

…saw, protective sheeting Hot water gives faster setting and more heat production — a risk of burns Document the distal neurovascular status before casting : sensation, motor…

…reason why this is highly relevant is that the identification of a protective factor could guide the development of a pharmacological agent that can alleviate…

…of intense epidemiological debate, likely reflecting the catabolic state of advanced HF (cardiac cachexia) rather than a protective effect of adiposity. Etiology and underlying causes…