Operating room temperatures and humidity levels may vary by region.surgery image by Andrey Rakhmatullin from Fotolia.com66 to 68 Degrees F and 70 Percent Humidity.ASHRAE recommended temperatures are from 66 to 68 degrees F.surgery image by Andrey Rakhmatullin from Fotolia.comThe optimal...

A reduction in surgical debridements could lower the mortality rates associated with necrotizing fasciitis. Are maggots the answer?

Hemorrhoids are inflamed veins that swell around the anus; they are commonly encouraged by constipation, diarrhea and straining while defecating. Hemorrhoids can cause bowel movements to be painful--especially internal hemorrhoids, which are the most likely to bleed due to the friction of hard stool

The utilization of CT/MRI for evaluating atraumatic headaches in the ED is on the rise -- but is it beneficial?

Doctors spend years studying and learning about human health and wellness. While all doctors study for years, finding the best doctor for a specific procedure requires some personal research. Each doctor is different and most doctors have different areas of specialization. Finding the best doctor fo

Dislocated ankles are usually easy to put back into alignment ("reduce"), but often also involve fractured bones. Reduction of the ankle will reduce pain and prevent further injury.

If possible,call ahead to let emergency room staff know you are coming. Call your doctor,if possible. He or she may meet you at the emergency room or call in important information. If you think you may have to wait to be seen by a doctor,take the checklists below and your medical records with you. W

Reconstruction of complex defects in the abdominal wall after wound infection or trauma can be challenging. Learn from 3 interesting case studies with images.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency offers free distance learning courses in natural disaster management through its Emergency Management Institute. It also offers on-campus courses at its Maryland campus, but these require tuition and housing payments. The EMI accepts both U.S. citizens and for

Find out about the factors associated with first-attempt success of emergency endotracheal intubation.

Effective disaster management contains the effects of hazards and reduces related deaths, illness, and damages.firetrucks and firefighters on a boom image by Elnur from Fotolia.comDisaster management refers to the policies, programs, administrative actions and operations undertaken to...

Stress tests examine the effect that exercise has on the heart, according to the U.S. National Institute of Medicine. The test measures the heart's response to physical activity, specifically the increased need for oxygen.

The mouth is an important part of the body because it's a gateway for providing nourishment to the body, and, course we use it to communicate. When you sustain a mouth wound, you want to find treatment fast. When you want to treat a mouth wound, there are situations where you can perform treatment a

A transient ischemic attack (TIA), or mini-stroke, occurs when the supply of oxygen is cut off to an area of the brain. Unlike the effects of a stroke, which are ...

During spring and summer, many people spend their outdoor time fighting off mosquitoes. In order to ward these creatures off, we are often told to wear light colored clothing as opposed to dark clothing.

Applying a tourniquet to an extremity can mean the difference between a trauma victim living or bleeding to death. A tourniquet cuts off blood flow to the point below a wound. However, it should only be used when all other means to stop bleeding have failed.

An acoustic neuroma is a benign growth on the portion of the eighth cranial nerve responsible for balance. It is also known as a vestibular schwannoma and is rarely a cause for serious concern. Many people opt to have them removed surgically if they cause problems, and due to the relatively invasive

Crises occur when a person experiences a major loss or event. This can include life-threatening situations such as natural disasters as well as crime, mental and medical illness and sexual assault. Crises can be connected to problems that include suicide, homicide, sexual assault, substance use and

Serious eye injuries can result in permanent vision loss or even blindness. Prompt first aid measures can prevent such consequences, according to PreventBlindness.org. Injuries include blows to the eye, cuts and punctures, chemical burns and specks in the eye.

The symptoms of human poisoning vary widely, depending on the specific type of toxic substance that has been consumed or inhaled. Medical professionals can best treat cases of poisoning if they know what type of toxin has been ingested or inhaled. Some of the more-widely diagnosed causes of poisonin