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INTRA-OPERATIVE MONITORING OF THE PATIENT DURING SURGERY

** Monitoring of the Emergency Patient: A Multidisciplinary Approach ** Urgency in the operating room demands a rapid and coordinated response from the entire medical team.** From the moment a patient is classified as an emergency and scheduled for surgery, a rigorous monitoring process begins that involves surgeons, nurses, and other health professionals. ** Preparing the Surgeon for a Surgical Emergency ** Surgeons, as leaders of the surgical team, play a crucial role in the care of emergency patients. Their preparation involves: * Deep knowledge of the pathology: The surgeon must have a thorough knowledge of the medical condition that requires immediate surgery, as well as the possible complications and treatments. * Availability: Surgeons on call must always be ready to respond to emergency calls and arrive at the operating room in the shortest possible time. * Coordination with other teams: They must coordinate closely with anesthesiologists, circulating nurses, a...

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

Alternative medicine, also known as complementary and integrative medicine (MCI), encompasses a wide spectrum of practices and approaches that are not part of conventional medicine. These therapies are used to treat or prevent diseases, improve general well-being and complement traditional medical treatments.

Types of alternative medicine:

The MCI can be classified into various categories, some of the most common are:

* Complete Medical Systems:** Ayurveda, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Homeopathy.

* Mind-Body Techniques:** Yoga, Meditation, Tai Chi, Mindfulness.

* Biology-based practices:** Phytotherapy, nutrition, dietary supplements.

* Manipulative therapies:** Chiropractic, osteopathy, therapeutic massage.

* Energy therapies:** Reiki, acupuncture, biomagnetism.

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Objective of alternative medicine in the hospital setting:

The integration of MCI in hospitals has as its main objective to offer patients more complete and personalized care, taking into account not only physical illness, but also the emotional, mental and spiritual dimensions of health. Potential benefits of MCI in the hospital setting include:

* Reduction of pain and anxiety:** Some therapies, such as acupuncture, massage and meditation, have been shown to be effective in relieving chronic pain and anxiety in patients with various conditions.

* Improvement of mood and quality of life:** The MCI can contribute to improving mood, reduce stress and increase the overall quality of life of patients.

* Strengthening of the immune system:** Certain practices, such as yoga and meditation, can help strengthen the immune system and improve resistance to disease.

* Reduction of treatment side effects:** Some MCI therapies can help relieve side effects of conventional treatment, such as nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.

**It is important to note that the MCI should not replace conventional medicine.** Its use should always be under the supervision of a qualified health professional and in conjunction with traditional medical treatments. **Conclusion:** Alternative medicine in the hospital setting represents a comprehensive and personalized approach to medical care, which seeks to complement conventional medicine and offer patients greater physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. Scientific research continues to shed light on the potential benefits of MCI, and its integration into hospitals is becoming an increasingly common trend.


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