Appetite Suppressant: Adipex-P (Phentermine) Darla Zacharias Abstract Adipex-P (Phentermine) is an appetite suppressant that is being prescribed by physicians to help patients, who are considered obese, with weight loss. Phentermine, along with a controlled, healthy diet and a daily, 30 minute + exercise program, helps jump start weight loss in men and women at an average of 3 to 5 lbs. within the first three months of taking a daily dosage of 35 mg. Phentermine affects the central nervous system decreasing a person’s appetite and cravings as well as boosting energy to help motivate exercise and other activities. Phentermine is considered an amphetamine and is classified in the United States as a schedule II drug. For this reason, Adipex-P (Phentermine) can only be prescribed and monitored by a physician.
Aside from treatment options of exercise and dietary supplements, bisphosphonates are the main class of drugs for the treatment of osteopenia and osteoporosis in early 2011, made from two phosphonic groups. The drugs worked by slowing the breakdown of bone by osteoclasts, resulting in an increase in BMD and a decrease in fractures. Despite the strong efficacy of bisphosphonates, compliance was low; studies indicated that about 50% of patients discontinued oral bisphosphonate therapy within the first year. Prolia’s competition: | U.S. Sales (mil) | Year | Boniva | $600.00 | 2008 | Reclast | $579.00 | 2010 | Evista | $682.00 | 2009 | Forteo |
The immune system can fail us in two ways-either by becoming under-vigilant, letting infections enters the body, or over-vigilant, so that it is the immune system itself, rather than an infectious agent that causes illness. Kiecolt Glaser et al (1984) conducted an experiment to see the effects of stress on the immune system. This was by taking blood samples of 75 medical students one month before and during their examination period. They then compared the two blood samples and found decreased leucocyte activity in the sample taken during high levels of stress (during their exams). They found high T cell activity prior to exams but low activity during exams.
Background Jesse Gelsinger was a victim that died after participating in a clinical trial for gene therapy. He was an 18 year old young man diagnosed with a rare metabolic disorder called ornithine transcarbamylase deficiency (OTCD). Jesse had been diagnosed with a less severe case of OTCD since the age of 2. He controlled it with a low protein diet and a combination of drugs. Jesse was the youngest chosen to participate in this clinical trial by a group of University of Pennsylvania researchers.
Critical Issue Analysis After reading the selected critical issue, use the following questions to analyze the issue. 1. What are at least two facts presented by each side of the critical issue? Pro · “The eating disorder anorexia nervosa results in the death of between 20-30 patients per year in the UK 1 and death rates internationally are reported to be between 4-20%” (Draper, 2000, p. 33). · “Force-feeding (feeding without consent) has been recognized in the UK by the Mental Health Commission as a legitimate therapy to give under section 63 of the UK Mental Health Act 1983” (Draper, 2000, p. 33).
They were called in on six different days during 2 weeks after consuming a standardized meal. They introduced dysphasia by asking them to recall sad memories and to listen to sad music, assessing their mood to ensure the dysphoric mood has been achieved. The had a choice between a carbohydrate rich drink and a protein rich drink. They found that the carbohydrate drink has greater anti-depressive effect over protein drink.those who crave carbs self medicate their low mood by eating foods low in carbs. This experiment was a double blind trial were the research assistant and the participants had no idea the contents of the drink.
A Diabetic Case Study University of Utah Nursing 245: Disease Management Lisa Frye, CNM, FNP, MS December 01, 2013 Angelo Reyes: A Diabetic Case Study Angelo Reyes, a 40-year-old Hispanic male, has been managing his type 1 diabetes mellitus (DM) since the age of 13. Angelo and Rachel, his wife of three years, have confronted challenges of infertility, diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), and an urgent vitrectomy as the result of Angelo’s disease process. Angelo actively participates in the self-management of his chronic disease with compliance and diligence. Despite his diligence and experience in dealing with the disease for 27 years, areas for educational opportunities still exist. In this paper, we will review the incidence of DM in the United States (U.S.), the potential effects of the disease on the body as a chronic process, and the psychosocial challenges patients like Angelo must endure.
33(2). 138-142. This article review the evidence for the most common dietary modification employed in the treatment of autism and ADHD, including historical background information regarding dietary treatment in children with behavioral disorder from evidence-based literature published over the past two decades (Cormier et al., 2007). Cormier and Elder (2007) said currently, with mounting concern about the efficacy and safety of medications, health care providers and families are seeking alternative approaches to treatment for child behavior and/ or developmental problems associated with autism and ADHD. Cormier et al., (2007) stated that dietary intervention have been studied by placing the child on a restricted diet for a period of time and then challenging them with the offending food component versus placebo, or placing different groups of children on diets that differ only in respect to the offending agent like sucrose versus artificial sweetener.
She admitted that she still smokes ‘occasionally’ (although she is trying to give up), and drinks alcohol ‘rather more than she should’, varying between 20-28 units a week. The GP refers her to the heart and chest clinic at the local hospital for further tests. Here she is fitted with a 24-hour ECG Holter monitor and asked to go jogging while wearing it. The monitor gives a definite diagnosis, and Laura is sent home with medication that seems to resolve the problem. However, she is warned that if the dizziness recurs, more active intervention may be necessary in the future.
Running head: HIV Case Study I- HIV Case Study, Chapter 46 Learning Objectives: 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 Leslie Young, a 45-year-old male, returns to the clinic for a one-week follow-up visit for results of his confirmatory testing. He has continuing complaints of fatigue, cough, and lymphadenopathy. A buccal HIV test was done a week ago and found to be positive. Data Obtained From Nursing Assessment Vital signs: temperature, 99.1°F; pulse, 70; respiration, 16; blood pressure, 110/88 Reports progressively becoming more fatigued over past 6 months Divorced States “burning the candle at both ends” by working overtime Cough with onset 5 days before first visit Denies previous medical problems Physical examination within normal limits except for palpable nodes on the posterior neck, in both axilla and bilateral inguinal areas Lab Data Viral load: 10,000; CD4 T-cell count: 550 cells/mm3 CBC, chemistry panel, and UA all within normal limits Buccal HIV test positive one week ago; confirmed with Western blot test, and those results given at this visit Chest X-ray negative Plan Intervention at this visit is aimed at allowing Mr. Young to ventilate his feelings as well as providing referral to the local health department for informational classes. Mr. Young will return to the clinic in 1 month.