Bias does not only affect research; it also influences how we lead, listen, and communicate. Use a reputable search tool to review common forms of bias such as confirmation bias, cultural bias, gender bias, or sampling bias. You may use Business Source Complete through myDHA, Google Scholar, PubMed, or other respected academic search tools. Choose […]

What are the errors in the following prescriptions (1 per prescription)? Rewrite each prescription correctly. What is each medication classification? What is the mechanism of action (MOA)? Appropriate medication is prescribed or changed. Rationale provided and includes current literature to support decision. All aspects of the patient history are considered in making the medication selection. methylphenidate 5 mg po BID before breakfast and lunch #60 […]

SCENARIO 2 Nicotine stimulates nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain, leading to increased release of dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, acetylcholine, and glutamate. These neurochemical effects can temporarily enhance mood, concentration, and alertness—making nicotine use feel relaxing or mentally focusing. Many individuals with ADHD, anxiety, or depression use tobacco products as a form of self-medication. Identify a single prescription medication that can […]

SCENARIO 3 Tramadol has a half-life of 6 hours. If a patient takes 50 mg at 21:00, what will the blood level be at 09:00 the next morning? Name 3 antidepressants that can be prescribed for pain-related conditions (eg fibromyalgia, neuropathic pain, or chronic musculoskeletal pain). Include complete medication orders, MOA and common side effects for each of the 3 medications. SCENARIO 3 Tramadol has a half-life of […]

SCENARIO 4 PL is a 42-year-old female presenting for medication refills. She has no recent lab work, but reports fatigue and occasional dizziness. Current meds: metformin 1000 mg PO daily, Invokamet 50/500 mg BID with meals, eszopiclone 2 mg po qHS, atomoxetine 40 mg po daily, and gabapentin 300 mg PO TID. How would you assess and improve her regimen? What monitoring is needed? List 5 possible disease states based on her medications. SCENARIO 4 PL is a 42-year-old female presenting for medication refills. She has no recent lab work, […]

Concept Map: Alzheimer’s Disease Primary Diagnosis:  Alzheimer’s­­­­­­­­­­ Describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis in your own words. What are the patient’s risk factors for this diagnosis? Pathophysiology of Primary Diagnosis Alzheimer disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disease and gradually progressing and is distinguished by the multiplexing of amyloid-beta plaques and tau tangles in the […]

Instructions: Locate a mass media article published within the last year that describes findings of an epidemiological study. Be sure that the article is about an epidemiological study and not another area of population health. Then, use the Walden Library to locate the peer-reviewed research article on which the mass media report is based. Post a response to […]

Write a 3–5-page paper using a minimum of 5 peer reviewed resources from the past 5 years. Guidelines Select an assessment tool from the list provided. Overview of Tool (10 points): Provide an overview of the assessment tool including the history and what it was developed to assess for. How was the assessment tool developed? […]

cultural assessment is part of the foundation for every patient’s care plan. It provides valuable data for setting mutual goals, planning care, intervening, and evaluating the care (Andrews et al., 2019). Cultural assessment systematically examines individuals, families, groups, and communities’ health-related cultural beliefs, values, and practices. Instructions: Read the one (1) statement below, then answer […]

module 2First, read Nightingale’s curriculum vitaLinks to an external site.. Second, create a resume or a curriculum vita based on what you read about the life and work of Florence Nightingale. Third, create your own resume. Finally, compare and contrast the two documents. What do you think? Is Florence still relevant? Explain or expand on the […]