Download or read book Pregnancy and Fluoride Do Not Mix written by John MacArthur and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-11 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The extensive scientific evidence gathered in this volume reinforces why we can no longer ignore the fact that in fluoridated communities, babies in the womb are being exposed to fluoride levels above safety thresholds established for young children. When a pregnant woman consumes fluoride, so does her baby. With every three cups of optimally fluoridated tap water a mother drinks, she consumes 0.5 mg of fluoride. Fetal fluoride levels average two-thirds of maternal levels, so her baby in the womb receives about 0.3 mg of fluoride. If a baby weighing less than six pounds receives 0.3 mg of fluoride in one day, this dosage exceeds its "Tolerable Upper Intake Level," beyond which "the risk of adverse effects increases." (Institute of Medicine, 1997) If a child 3 to 6 years old swallows more than 0.25 mg of fluoride in a pea-sized dab of toothpaste, the most that should be used for brushing, parents are warned to: "Get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away." (FDA, 1997) "The immature nervous system of an embryo or fetus is even more vulnerable to toxic exposures than is that of an infant." - National Scientific Council on the Developing Child (2009) A team of researchers at the EPA found "substantial evidence" that fluoride is a "developmental neurotoxicant" in the same category with alcohol, chlorpyrifos, lead, mercury, and nicotine. (Neurotoxicology Division, 2009) This is just the tip of the iceberg. Pregnancy and Fluoride Do Not Mix explores the iceberg and explains the numerous biological mechanisms linking prenatal fluoride and adverse pregnancy complications for mother and child. Four years in the making, this concise yet well-documented volume (300 references, mostly PubMed) includes MacArthur's three comprehensive reports published by the Townsend Letter: The Examiner of Alternative Medicine: Fluoride, Premature Birth and Impaired Neurodevelopment A global review of recent laboratory, clinical, and ecological evidence that fluoride is a significant risk factor for premature birth and long-term neurological disabilities in children. Placental Fluorosis: Fluoride and Preeclampsia Recent research and diverse evidence implicate fluoride and fluorosis in the pathogenesis of preeclampsia, the dangerous pregnancy complication caused by the abnormal placenta. Prenatal Fluoride and Autism Fluoride swallowed in amniotic fluid may disrupt colonization and composition of bacteria in the fetal microbiome and adversely affect neurological and immunological development. Inform and hold accountable those responsible for adding fluoride to your drinking water. Legislators and health professionals must no longer have an excuse to promote, condone, or ignore the dangers of fluoridation. To knowingly overexpose our most vulnerable children to a developmental neurotoxicant is unforgivable.
Download or read book Studies on the Dietary Intake of Fluoride and the Concentration of Fluoride in Urine Over the Course of Pregnancy written by Gina Alejandra Castiblanco Rubio and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The use of maternal urinary fluoride as a biomarker of prenatal fluoride exposure in epidemiology studies is increasing. However, the knowledge on maternal exposure to fluoride and its biomarkers, has not increased alongside. The objective of this dissertation was to improve our understanding of the dietary intake of fluoride (a major source of fluoride exposure), and spot urinary fluoride levels during pregnancy. Two secondary data analyses utilizing data from the Early Life Exposures in Mexico to ENvironmental Toxicants (ELEMENT) project were conducted, in a population of women living in a salt-fluoridated community. The first study estimated the dietary intake of fluoride over the course of pregnancy and assessed the influence of compliance with the dietary recommendations of intake of beneficial nutrients for pregnancy (calcium, iron, folate and protein) on the dietary intake of fluoride. The second study compared spot urinary fluoride in women during pregnancy and non-pregnancy (using one-year postpartum as a proxy for the non-pregnant state) and assessed associations between dietary factors (dietary fluoride intake, addition of table salt, calcium intake from diet and supplements, and dietary acid load) and urinary fluoride levels at each state. Results revealed that the median dietary intake of fluoride in pregnant women was 0.7 mg/day, increased with gestational age and in women who were moderately and highly compliant with recommendations of intake of beneficial nutrients for pregnancy. On the other hand, spot urinary fluoride levels during pregnancy did not significantly differ with those of women one-year postpartum, increased with gestational age, and decreased in calcium-supplemented women only during pregnancy. The dietary intake of fluoride, calcium, and dietary acid load were not associated with urinary fluoride in either state. Finally, reporting the addition of table salt to meals was associated with an increase in urinary fluoride only at one-year postpartum. The studies in this dissertation highlight the need for a deeper understanding of fluoride exposure and its biomarkers in the pregnant population.
Download or read book Prenatal Fluoride Exposure and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in a National Birth Cohort written by Rivka Ruth Green and published by . This book was released on 2018 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Background: The potential neurotoxicity of exposure to fluoride, which has sparked controversy about community water fluoridation, is poorly understood. Objective: To test the association between prenatal fluoride exposure and childhood IQ in 512 Canadian mother-child pairs. Methods: We measured fetal exposure to fluoride using: (a) maternal urinary fluoride (MUF) during pregnancy; (b) fluoride concentration in water; and (c) fluoride intake estimated from beverage consumption. We evaluated childrens IQ using the Wechsler Primary and Preschool Scale of Intelligence-III. Multiple linear regression analyses examined covariate-adjusted associations between fluoride predictors and IQ. Results: Higher MUF levels predicted lower IQ in males (B=-4.49, p=.02) but not females. Higher levels of water fluoride and fluoride intake predicted a main effect of diminished IQ. Conclusion: Exposure to fluoride during fetal development is associated with lower IQ scores. These findings, which suggest that fluoride is neurotoxic, underscore the need to critically evaluate the practice of water fluoridation.
Download or read book Human Reproductive and Prenatal Genetics written by Peter C.K. Leung and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2018-08-28 with total page 712 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Human Reproductive and Prenatal Genetics presents the latest material from a detailed molecular, cellular and translational perspective. Considering its timeliness and potential international impact, this all-inclusive and authoritative work is ideal for researchers, students, and clinicians worldwide. Currently, there are no comprehensive books covering the field of human reproductive and prenatal genetics. As such, this book aims to be among the largest and most useful references available. Named a Highly Commended book in the Basic and Clinical Sciences by the British Medical Association. - Features chapter contributions from leading international scientists and clinicians - Provides in-depth coverage of key topics in human reproductive and prenatal genetics, including genetic controls, fertilization and implantation, in vitro culture of the human embryo for the study of post-implantation development, and more - Identifies how researchers and clinicians can implement the latest genetic, epigenetic, and –omics based approaches
Download or read book Your Pregnancy Quick Guide Women of Color written by Glade B. Curtis and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2006-06-20 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By the best-selling authors of the Your Pregnancy series, medically sound and succinct information for the woman who needs detailed information on a specific concern --The facts about the frequency of sickle-cell disease, multiples, Tay-Sachs, thalassemia, preeclampsia, gestational diabetes, and hypertension during pregnancy in women of color -- Explanations of how these conditions are tested for, diagnosed, and monitored throughout pregnancy -- Information on premature birth and how you can protect yourself --Suggestions for staying healthy throughout pregnancy, including detailed information on diet and exercise.
Download or read book Maternal Child Health Nursing written by Adele Pillitteri and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2010 with total page 1806 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing research shows that many children from immigrant and refugee families are not doing well in school, due in part to linguistic and cultural disadvantages. Teaching dual-language learners requires cultural sensitivity, an understanding of language acquisition, and intentional teaching strategies. Combining research and techniques, this resource helps early childhood educators support dual-language learners as they develop the skills necessary for school readiness and success.
Download or read book Your Pregnancy After 35 written by Glade B. Curtis and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2013-03-05 with total page 417 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today, 1 in 5 women in the United States has her first child after age 35. When a woman becomes pregnant in her late thirties or forties, she has different needs than a younger mother-to-be. Now, after more than ten years, Your Pregnancy after 35 has been fully revised with cutting-edge information, addressing nearly every health and lifestyle concern pertaining to “older” mothers. From how age affects pregnancy to when to consider genetic counseling to finding the best care when returning to work, this essential guide offers mothers—and their partners—the wise, supportive answers they need. With millions of copies sold worldwide, the highly trusted Your Pregnancy series has established itself as the go-to resource for expectant parents time and time again. Medically grounded, this informative, reassuring guide gives older expectant parents the information they need to have a healthy, happy pregnancy.
Download or read book Your Pregnancy Quick Guide Feeding Your Baby written by Glade Curtis and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2009-04-30 with total page 206 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The advantages and disadvantages of breastfeeding and bottle-feeding Guidelines for establishing a breastfeeding routine What you need to know about how your nutrition affects your breast milk Tips for safe and healthy bottle-feeding Information on different formula options and how to find the right one for your baby Tips for introducing solid foods and monitoring for food allergies Advice on the best feeding and burping positions How to recognize whether your baby is getting enough nourishment
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Download or read book Your Pregnancy Week by Week written by Glade B. Curtis and published by Da Capo Lifelong Books. This book was released on 2016-05-24 with total page 476 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The classic week-by-week guide to a happy, healthy pregnancy--celebrating over 30 years of expert advice! Doctors recommend it and pregnant couples rely on it--and you and your partner will find it indispensable! For over thirty years, Dr. Glade B. Curtis and Judith Schuler have helped millions of parents-to-be navigate and prepare for the most exciting and challenging time of their lives--and now they'll help you. With Your Pregnancy's signature week-by-week format, including illustrations of your baby, you'll easily and comfortably follow your baby's development as it grows during these exciting 40 weeks. Whether you're a first-time parent just learning to navigate pregnancy or an experienced pro, Your Pregnancy Week by Week is the perfect, comprehensive resource to guide you through your pregnancy. In this eighth edition, Dr. Curtis and Schuler address today's most pressing questions and concerns, including: Detailed descriptions and illustrations of baby's development Information on medical tests and procedures Tips on nutrition, your overall health and how it affects your growing baby Safe and easy weekly exercises to help you stay in shape Covering a wide range of new topics such as elective delivery, electronic cigarettes, pregorexia, salt-therapy spas, belly bands before and after pregnancy, and men preparing for pregnancy, Your Pregnancy Week by Week makes sure you and your partner will have everything you need to know at your fingertips--for this pregnancy and for any to follow.
Download or read book 2014 Lippincott s Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses written by Amy Morrison Karch and published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. This book was released on 2013-10-07 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The 2014 Lippincott's Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses provides current, vital drug information "in a nutshell." Based on the popular Lippincott's Nursing Drug Guide by Amy Karch, this handy pocket guide by the same author gives essential information on over 1,500 medications in an easy-access A-to-Z format. The "mini" drug monographs include generic and trade names, drug class, pregnancy risk category and controlled substance schedule, "black box" warnings, indications & dosages, dose adjustments, adverse effects, drug interactions, nursing considerations, and patient teaching. A new section provides Patient Safety information. Appendices cover topical and ophthalmic medications, laxatives, combination products, contraceptives, and biological agents (vaccines). The pocket-sized 2014 Lippincott's Pocket Drug Guide for Nurses will quickly become your go-to guide for important drug facts and vital patient safety tips & alerts. New to this edition: � More than 1,200 additions, changes, and updates on indications, dosages, and administration � Section on Patient Safety and Medication Administration
Download or read book Mosby s Drug Guide for Nursing Students with update E Book written by Linda Skidmore-Roth and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2023-03-29 with total page 1251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Find the information you need to administer drugs safely, accurately, and professionally! Mosby's Drug Guide for Nursing Students, 15th Edition with 2024 Update provides concise profiles of more than 4,000 generic and trade name drugs, including the drugs most recently approved by the FDA. Each drug monograph includes clear guidelines to dosing, administration, and the nursing process, so you’ll always be sure that you’re practicing medication safety. What sets this handbook apart is its detailed coverage of rationales and explanations, IV drugs, and the similarities and differences in common classes of drugs. From well-known pharmacology expert Linda Skidmore-Roth, this drug guide has been trusted by nursing students for more than 25 years! More than 4,000 generic and trade-name drugs are profiled, covering almost every drug you will administer in practice or in clinicals. Alphabetical organization by generic name provides quick and easy access to specific drugs, and a full-color design highlights important information. Nursing Process steps are used as the framework for organizing all nursing care information. Black Box Warnings provide alerts to FDA warnings of dangerous or life-threatening drug reactions. High Alert headings indicate drugs that pose the great risk if administered improperly. Additional drug monographs on the Evolve website provide information on the most recently approved drugs. Individual drug monographs include generic name, pronunciation, functional and chemical classification, do-not-confuse drug names, action, therapeutic outcome, uses, unlabeled uses, pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics, contraindications, precautions, dosages and routes, adverse effects, interactions (including drug/herb, drug/food and lab test), nursing considerations, black box warnings, patient/family education, and treatment of overdose. Drug Categories sections promote the safe administration of common classes of drugs, explaining the similarities and differences among drugs in the same functional class including their common side effects and interactions. Common and life-threatening side effects are organized by body system, showing signs to watch for during assessments. Coverage of IV drug administration highlights dosage and IV administration instructions, including safety considerations and Y-site, syringe, and additive compatibilities. Complete pharmacokinetic information includes the mechanism and absorption of the drug, as well as its action, duration, and excretion. Photo atlas of drug administration includes full-color illustrations showing physical landmarks and administration techniques used for IV and other drugs. Cross-references indicate drug information that may be found in the appendixes. Flexible, water-resistant cover provides durability in the clinical setting. NEW! Information on new drugs for 2024 is included in the appendix. NEW! Updated Drug Categories sections include the new 2024 drugs.
Download or read book Pregnancy Childbirth and the Newborn written by Janet Walley and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2016-03-29 with total page 514 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you only buy one pregnancy book, this should be the one! It’s the most complete. It covers all aspects of childbearing, from conception through early infancy, and tells you what to expect. It offers detailed information, suggestions on decisions to make, and advice on steps to take to have a safe and satisfying experience. The Award-Winning Resource Recommended by Experts & Loved by Parents Parents love this book because it puts them in control by explaining a wide range of options, information, and questions to ask, so parents can find what works best for their health situation, personal goals, and priorities. Experts love this book because it’s based on the latest medical research and recommendations from leading health organizations. It’s practical—rooted in the real-life experiences of new families. The five authors bring a combined total of 150 years of experience working with expectant and new families as educators, nurses, counselors, doulas, physical therapists, and lactation consultants. They have attended hundreds of births, heard thousands of birth stories, and assisted innumerable new parents in adapting to their new lives. Not only that, the authors have a combined total of 12 children and 12 grandchildren. All of this experience allows them to write with compassion, understanding, and wisdom based on what really works in the real-world of parenting. The companion website offers even more details on select subjects, including lists of all the best resources on each topic and worksheets to guide parents’ decision-making process. The website also includes a bonus chapter on pre-conception, which provides ways to improve your health and fertility before pregnancy begins.
Download or read book Mosby s 2014 Nursing Drug Reference E Book written by Linda Skidmore-Roth and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-04-17 with total page 1385 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is a difference in drug handbooks. From the leading name in nursing, Mosby’s 2014 Nursing Drug Reference makes it easy to find the latest and most vital information on the drugs you administer most frequently. More than 5,000 drugs are profiled — including 70 new entries on current drugs and drugs recently approved by the FDA. And no other drug handbook places a higher emphasis on patient safety. With a full-color design and an A to Z organization, this portable reference gives you the most complete information for each drug, including dosing, side effects, interactions, and administration. Updated by nursing pharmacology expert Linda Skidmore-Roth, Mosby’s Nursing Drug Reference is a bestseller that has been relied upon by nurses for over 25 years. More than 5,000 generic and trade-name drugs are profiled, covering almost every drug you will administer in practice or in clinicals. Attractive full-color design highlights important information for quick and easy access. Black Box Warnings provide alerts to dangerous or life-threatening adverse reactions. Safety Alert icon identifies situations that require special attention. Common and life-threatening side effects are organized by body system, showing signs to watch for during assessments. Nursing Process steps are used as the framework for organizing all nursing care information. Coverage of IV drug administration highlights dosage and IV administration instructions, including special considerations and Y-site, syringe, and additive compatibilities. Comprehensive drug monographs include generic names, Rx or OTC availability, pronunciations, U.S. and Canadian trade names, functional and chemical classification, controlled-substance schedule, do-not-confuse drugs, action, uses, unlabeled uses, dosages and routes, available forms, side effects, contraindications, precautions, pharmacokinetics, interactions (including drug/herb, drug/food and drug lab test), nursing considerations, and treatment of overdose. Complete pharmacokinetic information includes the mechanism and absorption of the drug as well as its action, duration, and excretion. Flexible, water-resistant cover provides durability in the clinical setting. A companion website includes updates with infrequently used or recently approved drugs, a full-color pill atlas, guidelines to safe handling of chemotherapeutic agents, combination products, drugs metabolized by known P450s, medications to be cautiously for geriatric patients, herbal products, a listing of high-alert Canadian medications and immunization schedules, patient teaching guides in English and Spanish, and more. 70 NEW monographs provide up-to-date content on added or newly released drugs.
Download or read book Dietary Reference Intakes for Calcium Phosphorus Magnesium Vitamin D and Fluoride written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 1999-10-17 with total page 449 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since 1941, Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs) has been recognized as the most authoritative source of information on nutrient levels for healthy people. Since publication of the 10th edition in 1989, there has been rising awareness of the impact of nutrition on chronic disease. In light of new research findings and a growing public focus on nutrition and health, the expert panel responsible for formulation RDAs reviewed and expanded its approachâ€"the result: Dietary Reference Intakes. This new series of references greatly extends the scope and application of previous nutrient guidelines. For each nutrient the book presents what is known about how the nutrient functions in the human body, what the best method is to determine its requirements, which factors (caffeine or exercise, for example) may affect how it works, and how the nutrient may be related to chronic disease. The first volume of Dietary Reference Intakes includes calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin D, and fluoride. The second book in the series presents information about thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, folate, vitamin B12, pantothenic acid, biotin, and choline. Based on analysis of nutrient metabolism in humans and data on intakes in the U.S. population, the committee recommends intakes for each age groupâ€"from the first days of life through childhood, sexual maturity, midlife, and the later years. Recommendations for pregnancy and lactation also are made, and the book identifies when intake of a nutrient may be too much. Representing a new paradigm for the nutrition community, Dietary Reference Intakes encompasses: Estimated Average Requirements (EARs). These are used to set Recommended Dietary Allowances. Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs). Intakes that meet the RDA are likely to meet the nutrient requirement of nearly all individuals in a life-stage and gender group. Adequate Intakes (AIs). These are used instead of RDAs when an EAR cannot be calculated. Both the RDA and the AI may be used as goals for individual intake. Tolerable Upper Intake Levels (ULs). Intakes below the UL are unlikely to pose risks of adverse health effects in healthy people. This new framework encompasses both essential nutrients and other food components thought to pay a role in health, such as dietary fiber. It incorporates functional endpoints and examines the relationship between dose and response in determining adequacy and the hazards of excess intake for each nutrient.
Download or read book Mosby s Drug Guide for Nursing Students with 2022 Update E Book written by Linda Skidmore-Roth and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2021-04-01 with total page 1239 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Approx.1206 pages Approx.1206 pages NEW! The most up-to-date information on drug dosages, warnings, and patient information ensures you understand the safe administration of common classes of drugs, as well as their common side effects and interactions.
Download or read book Mosby s Drug Guide for Nursing Students with 2014 Update E Book written by Linda Skidmore-Roth and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2013-06-27 with total page 1304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: No nursing student should leave home without this book! Mosby's Drug Guide for Nursing Students, 10th Edition offers the most reliable information, now presented in full color. With an A to Z organization, you have quick access to information on 50 drug classifications and more than 4,000 individual generic and trade name drugs. The newest NANDA-I nursing diagnoses help you write care plans, and data on interactions and therapeutic outcomes help you prevent errors. Detailed illustrations show how drugs work at the cellular level, and a photo atlas depicts physical landmarks and techniques for safe and effective drug administration. Known for its focus on drug safety, this handbook is compiled by Linda Skidmore-Roth, a well-known expert in nursing pharmacology, which means you will ALWAYS find the latest and most trustworthy drug information. An Evolve companion website includes profiles of several drugs commonly encountered in clinicals, vibrant animations of drug actions, comprehensive list of combination products, patient-teaching guides, clinical calculators, and more! 2014 Update includes 23 recently approved drugs.
