Module 3 Flashcards
Alternative medicine definition
Medicine or treatments that are used in place of Western or conventional medicines/treatments
Complementary medicine
-def
-medicine or treatments that are used in conjunction with Western or conventional medicines/treatments
*most patients choose complementary treatments rather than alternative (always exceptions though)
Complementary medicine: biologically based therapies
-botanical medicines
-Fish oil
-probiotics
-essential oils
Complementary medicine: biologically based therapies
-botanical medicines
*need proof of safety or efficacy?
*what do these usually promote?
*when would a product be taken off the market?
*what laws monitor botanical medicines?
-no; marketable without proof of safety or efficacy as there is a disclaimer that this product is not indicated for diagnosis, tx, cure, or prevention of disease
-may promote improvement of normal bodily functions or state
-a product must be proven as “unsafe” before it is taken off the market
-Dietary supplement and health education act (1994); united states pharmacopeia (USP)
-DSHEA
-USP
-the dietary supplement health and education act (1994)
created to ensure the safety of dietary supplements by prohibiting false claims and the sale of adulterated supplements; gives FDA authority to regulate the dietary supplement industry
*limits FDA’s action to taking retroactive action after unsafe products have been sold
-united states pharmacopeia (USP)
*independent, scientific nonprofit organization sets quality standards for dietary supplements and food ingredients
*USP does not enforce its standards, but instead provides them for FDA and other government authorities to use
Complementary medicine: mind-body medicine
-types/examples
-biofeedback
-tai chi
-hypnosis
-mindful meditation
-guided imagery
-yoga
Complementary medicine: biofeedback
-type
-def
-med?
-mind-body medicine
-using your thoughts to control some of your bodily responses
-Resperate has been approved by FDA to reduce stress and lower BP
Complementary medicine: Tai Chi
-type
-def
-mind-body medicine
-ancient Chinese tradition practiced as graceful form of exercise
*a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing
Requires continuous flow from one position to the next (gentle, smooth)
Complementary medicine: mindful meditation
-type
-def
-mind-body medicine
-centering oneself and taking slow deep breaths, focusing on the moment
Complementary medicine: guided imagery
-type
-def
-mind-body medicine
-meditation with focus on imagery
Complementary medicine: manual medicine
-types
-osteopathy
-chiropractic
-massage therapy
-dry needling
Complementary medicine: dry needling
-chiropractic care vs osteopathy
-chiropractor
*Doctorate of chiropractic degree
*No prescriptions
*more focused sessions
-osteopath
*MD
*Prescriptions
*includes manipulation of joint to treat whole systems of the body
Complementary medicine: energy medicine
-types
-Reiki
-Therapeutic touch
Complementary medicine: Reiki
-type
-def
-Energy medicine
-stress reduction and healing; flows through the affected areas and changes them with positive energy
Complementary medicine: therapeutic touch
-type
-def
-energy medicine
-(developed by RN) hands held 2-6 inches above skin; has specific phases including centering, assessing, intervention, balancing/rebalancing, and evaluation/closure
*has had scientific research upholding positive effects
phases of therapeutic touch
-centering
-assessing
-intervention
-balancing/rebalancing
-evaluation/closure
Complementary medicine: whole systems
-types
-traditional Chinese medicine (acupuncture)
-Ayurveda
-homeopathy
Complementary medicine: Traditional Chinese medicine
-type
-def
-whole systems
-acupuncture
*Meridians (energy pathways) are identified that are blocking the flow of Chi (energy); if pathways are blocked, it creates dis-ease
*Acupuncture points are stimulated with very fine acupuncture needles
*endorphins and enkephalins are released within the brain (functional MRI studies reveal different areas of brain are activated and deactivated during needling)
*used in combination (whole system) treatment along with Tai Chi, massage, and herbal medicines
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-type
-2 guided main principles
-whole body
-the mind and body are inextricably connected; nothing has more power to heal and transform the body than the mind (freedom from illness depends upon expanding our own awareness, bringing it into balance, and then extending that balance to the body
*Deepak Chopra, M.D.
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-steps
- find your body type
- eat a colorful, flavorful diet
- Get abundant restful sleep
- Live in tune with nature
- Exercise: tune into your body
- Strengthen your digestive power
- Take it easy
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: Vata
-Vata: embodies energy of movement and is often associated with wind and air element
*linked to creativity and flexibility
*governs all movement - flow of breath, pulsation of heart, muscle contractions, tissue movements, cellular, mobility; movement of body
*communication
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: pitta
-represents the energy of transformation and is therefore closely aligned with the first element
-water is the secondary element
-neither mobile or stable, but spreads
-closely related to intelligence, understanding, and ingestion of foods, thoughts, emotions, and experiences
-governs nutrition and metabolism, body temp, and light of understanding
-governs nutrition and metabolism, body temperature, and light of understanding
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: Kapha
-lends structure, solidity, and cohesiveness to all things, and it therefore associated primarily with the earth and water elements
-embodies watery energies of love and compassion
Hydrates the cells and systems, lubricates the joints, moisturizes the skin, maintains immunity, and protects the tissues
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: Vata
~physical characteristics
-usually have thin, light frame, very agile, experience bursts of energy
-dry skin/hair, cold hands/feet
-sleep lightly and have sensitive bowels
-imbalances present with arthritis, IBS, weight loss, restlessness, weakness, and HTN
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: Vata
~emotional characteristics
-love excitement/new experiences
-quick temper but also quick to forgive
-creative, flexible, and energetic when balanced
-anxious, worried, and experience insomnia when out of balance
-often blame themselves or ask “what did I do wrong” when out of balance
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: pitta
~physical characteristics
-medium build/frame
-sometimes have bright red hair (often balding, thinning)
-excellent digestion and appetite/warm body temperatures
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: pitta
~emotional characteristics
-powerful intellect/strong ability to concentrate
-good decision makers/teachers/speakers
-sleep soundly for short periods of time/strong sex drive
-beautiful complexion, lots of energy
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: kapha
~physical characteristics
-strong build/excellent stamina
-large soft eyes, smooth skin, thick hair
-sleep soundly, good digestion systems
Complementary medicine: Ayurveda
-Finding body type
*types of doshas: kapha
~emotional characteristics
-naturally calm, loving, and thoughtful
-enjoy life and embrace routine
-strong, loyal, patient, steady, and supportive
-change/stubbornness
Commonly used herbal medicines:
-saw palmetto
-St John’s Wort
-Ginkgo
-Ginseng
-Elderberry
-BPH
-Mild to moderate depression
-enhancing memory and cognitive function and improving circulation
-improving energy, brain function, and regulating blood sugar levels
-colds/flu, COVID 19??
Commonly used herbal medicines:
-echinacea
-turmeric
-garlic
-ginger
-peppermint
-soy
-common cold S/S
-rich in curcumin, it has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
-HILD, HRN, CV disease
-treatment/prevention of N, pain, and inflammation
-IBS, nausea
-CV disease/osteoporosis
Commonly used herbal medicines
-Aloe vera
-feverfew
-milk thistle
-Ashwagandha
-chamomile
-popular for skin care, soothing burns, and aiding digestion
-prevent migraines and relieve arthritis pain
-supports liver health and is often used for detoxifying the body
-adaptogen that helps the body manage stress and boosts mental clarity
-inflammatory diseases
Vitamins C,D, and Zinc
-zinc: what system does it help? proven to decrease what? helps to lower what?
-immune function
-replication of common cold virus
-inflammation in the upper respiratory system
Magic mushrooms
-type of mushroom
-what kind of effect does it have on the body?
-microdosing
-psychedelic drug
-elevated BP, mild tachycardia, N/V, agitation, confusion, paranoia, fear
-Microdose is 0.1-0.2g (in comparison to 1.0-2.5g); at microdose, can cause mood elevation, increased focus, and increased energy.
Bioterrorism: what should we do first? (3 steps)
- identify
- report
- refer
Bioterrorism:
-def
-what substances are included in bioterrorism?
-terrorism that utilizes release of biochemical agents
-viruses, bacteria, toxins, or other harmful agents
Bioterrorism: how many categories of agents?
3
Bioterrorism: high priority agents “A”
-can they be transmitted from person to person?
-high or low mortality rates?
-how it impacts CDC
-yes, easily
-high mortality rates/major public health impact
-requires special action for public health preparedness
Bioterrorism: second highest priority agents “B”
-can they be transmitted from person to person? If so, at what ease?
-high or low mortality? high or low morbidity?
-how it impacts CDC
-moderate ease of transmission
-moderate morbidity but low mortality rates
-requires surveillance of the disease(s) by the CDC
Bioterrorism: third highest priority agents “C”
-can they be transmitted from person to person? If so, at what ease?
-high or low mortality? high or low morbidity?
-can be mass produced easily
-potential for high morbidity and mortality
Bioterrorism: examples of category A
-Anthrax
-Botulism
-Plague
-Smallpox
-Tularemia
-Viral hemorrhagic fevers (VHF)
Bioterrorism: examples of category B agents?
-brucellosis
-Epsilon toxin of clostridium perfrigens
-food safety threats
-Ricin toxin
-viral encephalitis
-water safety threats (Vibrio cholesa, cryptosporidium parvum)
Bioterrorism: examples of category C agents?
-Hanta virus (cotton rat, deer mouse, rice rat, white footed mouse)
-Nipah virus (NIV infections) (pigs, flying fox bat; Malyasia/Singapore)
Bioterrorism: Anthrax
-what category?
-what kind of precautions?
-can this be transmitted to humans?
-how can this enter human’s body? (by means of…?)
-category A
-droplet
-yes, animal to human (zoonotic disease)
-inhaled, ingested, topical
Bioterrorism: Anthrax
-cutaneous anthrax
*how is this transmitted?
*host does it get into the body?
*most common places this is found?
*likely source of bioterrorism?
*high or low dose required for illness?
-contaminated animal to humans
-spores/bacterium enter body through open wound, sore, or abrasion
*most often through contaminated hide
-Africa, Asia (uncommon in US)
-not likely source of bioterrorism
-requires high dose of anthrax exposure to cause illness
What is the most common type of anthrax?
cutaneous anthrax
Bioterrorism: gastrointestinal anthrax
-where is this found (countries)?
-can this be a likely method of bioterrorism?
-what are spores resistant to?
-what percent mortality rate? and how fast?
-sx
-Africa/Asia, undercooked meats
-Has been utilized as weapon by several countries already
-spores are resistant to heat and disinfectants
*can be mass produced quickly/low cost
-80% mortality rate; almost half of all deaths occur within 24-48 hours
-first sx: large number of cases in a focused area: acute flu-like sx followed by brief period of improvement
*severe resp distress, dyspnea, diaphoresis, stridor, and cyanosis; widened mediastinum with pleural effusions (no infiltrates)
Bioterrorism: inhalation anthrax
-treatment (med - first and second line)
-treatment (timeline)
-what treatment is used in pediatrics
-is there a vaccine?
-Ciprofloxacin = first line!
*levaquin (levofloxacin) is considered second line agent in ages 18 years and older
*doxycycline if allergic to cipro or levaquin
-post exposure treatment should last for 60 days at least (longer if sx warrant)
-penicillin for peds IF anthrax strain is sensitive
-vaccination should be given prior to exposure (not routinely given in US; military personnel receive this vaccine - 5 series injections (post exposure 3 series injections)
Types of anthrax?
Cutaneous
GI
Inhalation
Plague
-how does it spread?
-what type of plague is most common?
-progression of plague
-infected fleas that bite; artificial aerosols
-bubonic plague
-bubonic –> septicemia plague –> pneumonic plague –> transferable between humans
Plague: pneumonic plague
-human to human transmission?
-does this plague progress slowly or quickly?
-does pneumonic plague always result from bubonic plague?
-yes! now risks escalate for human to human transmission
-quickly - results in death within a few days
-can be primary and not a results of bubonic plague
Plague:
-what category?
-sx
-incubation
-category A
-high fever, HA, malaise, fatigue, adenopathy (cervical, axillary, or inguinal)
*inguinal nodes are the MOST common sx of plague
*diagnosed through lymph node aspiration, sputum, blood, or CSF
-2-6 days
Plague:
-how is it diagnosed?
-inguinal nodes are the MOST common sx of plague
-diagnosed through lymph node aspiration, sputum, blood, or CSF
Plague: TX
-first and second line
-course of treatment (acute vs post exposure)
-what kind of precautions?
-Doxycycline is first line; Ciprofloxacin is second line
-10 day treatment for acute, 7 day treatment for post exposure
-drainage and secretion
Smallpox
-what category?
-what virus is responsible?
-how does it spread?
-when was it eradicated?
-when does this virus shed?
-category A
-Variola virus
-spreads through respiratory, saliva, and other direct contact
-1980 worldwide; 1949 in US
-variola virus sheds during days 10-14 (unlike other viruses)
Smallpox:
-When does this virus shed?
-Incubation?
-Who gets vaccinated?
-days 10-14 (unlike other viruses)
-1-4 days
-Military personnel
Smallpox:
-phases
-prodrome
-acute
Smallpox: prodrome
-sx
-abrupt onset of fever 101-105 degrees AND at least 1 of the following:
prostration
severe (splitting) headache (90%)*
backache (90%)**
chills (60%)**
*vomiting
*Delirium
*abdominal colic
*diarrhea
*convulsions