...seek professional help promptly. **Physical Signs** * Chest pain or discomfort * Rapid or pounding heart rate * Shortness of breath or hyperventilation * Trembling or shaking * Sweating *...
...other intravenous options. How Does the Procedure Work? A central venous catheter may be placed into the: Internal jugular vein in the neck Subclavian vein in the chest Axillary vein...
...* Bloody or blood-tinged sputum * Weight loss or fatigue * Fatigue * Hoarseness **Q: How is NSCLC diagnosed?** **A:** Diagnosis involves a combination of: * **Imaging tests (chest X-ray,...
Definition & Overview A pacemaker is a small, battery-operated device that is surgically implanted into the chest and sends electrical pulses to regulate the heartbeat. It is recommended for patients...
...to become permanent. Pneumothorax – Air can collect and remain in the chest cavity following the procedure but this usually resolves itself after some time Pain in the chest cavity...
...the chest cavity. Parasternal approach – The syringe penetrates the space between the 5th or 6th intercostal space or the space between the two ribs near the left lung. Who...
...of Smoke Inhalation?** **Answer:** Symptoms of smoke inhalation can vary depending on the severity of the exposure. They may include: * Coughing * Hoarseness * Difficulty breathing * Chest pain...
...medium-sized tumors When the tumor is growing at a rapid rate When the tumor has spread over a large part of the breast When the tumor has affected the chest...
...to a lung problem, especially when non-invasive diagnostic procedures (such as chest x-rays) have failed to yield any conclusive information Suspected lung cancer Suspected lymphoma, including Hodgkin’s disease Certain lung...
...MJ, Crapo RO. Pulmonary function testing. In: Mason RJ, Broaddus VC, Martin TR, et al., eds. Murray and Nadel’s Textbook of Respiratory Medicine. 5th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders; 2010:chap...