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In nursing, the halo sign is the result of a test to see if drainage from a head injury contains cerebrospinal fluid. When a Dextrostix or Tes-Tape test gives a positive reading for glucose, the drainage must be further tested because glucose is also found in the blood. To perform the test, the leaking fluid is dripped onto a 4x4 gauze or towel.
CT of a subpleural nodule (halo sign) [23] On chest X-ray and CT, pulmonary aspergillosis classically manifests as a halo sign, and later, an air crescent sign. [24] In hematologic patients with invasive aspergillosis, the galactomannan test can make the diagnosis in a noninvasive way. Galactomannan is a component of the fungal wall. [13]
Scabies (also sometimes known as the seven-year itch) is a contagious human skin infestation by the tiny (0.2–0.45 mm) mite Sarcoptes scabiei, variety hominis. The word is from Latin: scabere, lit. 'to scratch'. The most common symptoms are severe itchiness and a pimple -like rash. Occasionally, tiny burrows may appear on the skin. In a first-ever infection, the infected person usually ...
Cases of norovirus, a.k.a. the stomach bug, are surging in the U.S. right now. There is no specific medication to treat norovirus. Doctors share tips for feeling better, sooner. The U.S. is seeing ...
Classic Beef Stroganoff. A nod to tradition, with a tip of the hat to the ’80s love of decadent meals, beef Stroganoff seemed destined for popularity.
Shelf-staple food items like spices, nuts, coffee and spice blends can be packed in carry-on luggage, while sauces, marinades and oils can be brought home in checked luggage.
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To perform halo-traction therapy a surgeon will use six to ten small pins to attach a "halo" made of a metal ring to the patient's skull. [23] [24] [25] Doctors will typically leave one to two centimeters of distance between the halo and the patient's head. It is common for older patients to be given eight pins while younger patients are given 10.