Trendelenburg position: when this patient management is relevant
The Trendelenburg position is essential in a variety of patient procedures. It is called "anti-shock" because it…
Urinary infections, a general overview
Urinary infections are known by the acronym UTI. This term is used to define all infections caused by pathogens…
Poisoning from chemicals and household cleaners: a few notions
Poisoning occurs when a certain amount of a toxic material (natural or processed) enters the body
Developmental psychology: oppositional defiant disorder
Oppositional Defiant Disorder: The child is unable to control emotions and behaviors. It can occur around the age…
Low vision: what is it and when to take action?
Low vision refers to a condition of very limited visual capacity, a tremendously disabling condition for sufferers.…
Patellar luxation: causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Patellar luxation is the dislocation of the kneecap. Different and less serious than knee luxation, it consists of…
Heart disease: tricuspid insufficiency (tricuspid regurgitation)
Tricuspid insufficiency is a heart disease characterised by regurgitation of blood within the right atrium during…
Pediatric epilepsy: psychological assistance
Psychological assistance in cases of epilepsy complements drug treatment and serves to reduce fears and protects…
Child saves grandfather thanks to the Heimlich manoeuvre learned in an Italian Red…
Italy / a child practices the Heimlich manoeuvre on his grandfather: in an extraordinary display of courage and…
CPR and first aid: what is there to know?
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an essential first aid skill for life-threatening emergencies