CASE Study: The purpose of this assignment is to evaluate the value of health information technology in the prevention and detection of errors, as well as analysis of unintended consequences and human factors through quality improvement strategies. Review the following video and documents on the case study. * RaDonda Vaught speaks out l GMA [Video file]. Retrieved […]
Describe one health policy related to an identified health risk or disparity. Summarize the intended impact of the policy on the risk or disparity. Examine the policy within the context of a national population health initiative and determine the degree to which the policy is congruent with that national population health goal and/or objective. Propose […]
Cerebrovascular Accidents (CVAs): Discuss the key pathophysiological mechanisms involved in cerebrovascular accidents (strokes). What are the major risk factors and how do they contribute to the occurrence of a CVA? How can primary and secondary prevention strategies (including lifestyle changes and medical management) be used to reduce the risk of stroke? Cerebrovascular Accidents (CVAs): Pathophysiology, […]
Deep Tendon Reflex Scoring: Explain the 0 to 4+ scale for scoring deep tendon reflexes. How does this scale assist in assessing neurological health, and what can abnormal reflex findings indicate about a patient’s condition? Deep Tendon Reflex Scoring: A Tool for Neurological Assessment Deep tendon reflexes (DTRs) are involuntary muscle contractions in response to […]
Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Describe the pathophysiology of diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN). What clinical signs and symptoms are typically seen in patients with DPN? Discuss evidence-based health promotion strategies to prevent or manage DPN in diabetic patients, focusing on lifestyle modifications, medication management, and patient education. Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy: Pathophysiology, Clinical Presentation, and Prevention Strategies Introduction […]
Endocrine Disorders: Cushing’s Syndrome Discuss the pathophysiology of Cushing’s Syndrome and its impact on overall health. What are the major risk factors for this disorder, and how can these risks be mitigated through health promotion strategies such as lifestyle modifications, medication management, and patient education? Endocrine Disorders: Cushing’s Syndrome Cushing’s Syndrome is a complex endocrine […]
Evaluate theories and conceptual models from nursing and related fields for use in advanced nursing practice. Submission Instructions: Your initial post must be at least 500 words, formatted, and cited in current APA style with support from at least two academic sources. Quotes “……” cannot be used at a higher learning level for your assignments, […]
Mrs. Deer is a 72-year-old female who presents to your office complaining of right upper quadrant pain that has been increasing in intensity over the past 2 days. She would have come sooner, but she lacked transportation and waited until her son could drive her. She states that she has not been sleeping very much […]
Describe the ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists) classification system. Classification Physical condition description Example of a client that would be in this category (this does not have to be a client that you observed) ASA I (P 1) ASA II (P 2) ASA III (P 3) ASA IV (P […]
discuss a dermatologic disorder and its treatment modalities. Submission Instructions: Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources Within 5 years 2020-2025 Atopic dermatitis (AD), commonly known as eczema, is a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by intense itching, erythema, […]