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| - a temporary cessation (usually lasting 15 seconds) or absence of spontaneous breathing |
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| - Asthma is a chronic, inflammatory disorder in which the smooth muscles of the smaller bronchi and bronchioles spasm close, completely or partially, causing labored breathing |
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- is inflammation of the bronchial mucosa that causes the bronchial tubes to swell and extra mucus to be produced.
- The two types are acute and chronic
- CONTRAINDICATION if a fever is present |
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| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease |
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| - is a group of pulmonary disorders characterized by persistent of recurring obstruction of airflow, such as asthma, emphysema, cystic fibrosis, pneumoconiosis, or chronic bronchitis |
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- an acute inflammation of the mucosa of the upper respiratory tract, usually confined to the nose and throat but the larynx can be involved as well.
- CONTRAINDICATION for 2-3 days after symptoms start |
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| - involves overinflation and destruction of the alveoli, which produces abnormally large air spaces that remain filled with air during expiration |
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- a general term used to denote any allergic reaction of the nasal mucosa and is characterized by sudden attacks of sneezing, swelling, and profuse water discharge of the nasal mucosa, with itching and watering of the eyes.
- CONTRAINDICATED during acute allergic attacks |
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- an acute viral infection of the respiratory tract caused by different strains of viruses designated A, B, and C.
- CONTRAINDICATION |
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- inflammation of the larynx that often results in loss of voice
- Only contraindicated if caused by an underlying illness |
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- inflammation of the pleural membranes characterized by stabbing pain during breathing
-Must obtain doctor's clearance |
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- an infection or inflammation of the alveoli caused by the bacterium Streptococcus pneumoniae, but other infectious agents such as protozoans, viruses, and fungi may be responsible
-CONTRAINDICATION |
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-an inflammation of the paranasal sinuses
- only contraindication if a fever is present |
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- is a chronic lung infection caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis
- CONTRAINDICATED until client is no longer infective |
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- classified both as an eating and emotional disorder
- is the prolonged avoidance of eating
- DOCTORS CLEARANCE REQUIRED |
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- an inflammation of the vermiform appendix
- is often detected by acute pain in the lower right quadrant of the abdomen, vomiting, fever, and elevated white blood cell count.
- CONTRAINDICATED |
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- classified both as an eating disorder and emotional disorder
- characterized by overeating (bingeing) and self induced vomiting(purging)
- INDICATION |
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- chronic or acute inflammation of the gallbladder
- CONTRAINDICATED during acute stage |
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- a chronic degenerative disease in which the hepatic cells are destroyed and replaced with fibrous connective tissue, giving the liver a yellow-orange color
- CONTRAINDICATION |
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- an inflammation of the mucosa of the large intestine and rectum and is characterized by weight loss, intestinal ulcerations, diarrhea, and bleeding of the colon wall.
- abdominal massage is contraindicated |
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- infrequent or difficult passing of stools
- only contraindicated if caused by an underlying illness |
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- a progressive inflammatory disease of the colon and/or the ileum
- indication |
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- frequent passing of unformed, loose, watery stools
- only contraindicated if caused by an underlying illness |
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- pouchlike herniations of the colon wall where the muscle has become weak
- CONTRAINDICATED if symptoms are severe |
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- small mucosal herniations through the muscular wall anywhere in the colon but most typically in the sigmoid colon
- CONTRAINDICATED only if symptoms and pain are severe |
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- result from the fusion of cholesterol crystals in bile
- CONTRAINDICATED during acute stages |
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- an inflammation of the lining of the stomach and intestines characterized by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, lack of appetite, and weakness
- CONTRAINDICATED when caused by infectious agents |
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| Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease |
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- caused by lower cardioesophageal sphincter failing to close normally after food has entered the stomach, hydrochloric acid from the stomach can enter the inferior portion of the esophagus
- massage is fine as long as symptoms are not severe |
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- an inflammation of the liver that can be caused by alcohol, drugs, toxins, or infection by the hepatitis virus, of which several viral types are known
- CONTRAINDICATED during acute stages |
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- is a protrusion of an organ or part of an organ through its surrounding connective tissue membranes or cavity wall
- avoid the herniated area, deep pressure is contraindicated |
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- is a condition of the large intestine characterized by abnormal muscular contraction and excessive mucus in stools.
- massage is fine as long as symptoms are not severe |
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| - is characterized by an abnormal increase in subcutaneous fat, primarily in visceral regions of the body |
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- inflammation of the pancreas, usually the result of trauma, alcohol abuse, infection, or certain medications that damage the pancreas
- CONTRAINDICATED in acute stage |
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- an acute inflammation of the peritoneum, produced by bacteria or irritating substances that gain access into abdominal cavity
- obtain doctors clearance |
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- inflammation or infection of the pharynx
- only contraindicated if caused by an underlying illness |
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- can be single or multiple growths on a mucous membrane, but they most commonly occur in the colon
- ABDOMINAL MASSAGE IN CONTRAINDICATED |
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- caused by the fungi Candida albicans
- affects the oral cavity
- only contraindicated if caused by illness |
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inflammation of the tonsils, especially the palatine tonsils
- CONTRAINDICATED |
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- is an inflammation of the mucosa of the large intestine and rectum
- is a type of chronic inflammatory bowl disease
- abdominal massage is contraindicated |
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- a lesion in a membrane
- abdominal massage is contraindicated |
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