discuss what training and equipment would be needed in order to provide a safe and effective care environment and why it could benefit the client.
Text book McGonigle D. & Mastrain K. (2012) Nursing Informatics and the Foundation of Knowledge Sudbury MA: Jones & Bartlett Publishers American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (6th ed.). Washington DC: American Psychological Association. American Nurses Association (2008). Nursing Informatics: Scope and Standards of Practice Silver Spring MD: Assignment Please […]
What impacts or affects a persons metabolism?
Discussion Board Questions: 1) What impacts or affects a persons metabolism? 2) How does “skipping” meals impact metabolism? (raise or lower) 3) What are ways you can increase your metabolism 4) In regards to vitamins- identify those who may be at risk for a deficiency of ” the water soluble” vitamins (Hint: Think about how […]
Which fibers would most likely be responsible for causing the client’s phantom limb pain?
Integumentary and Musculoskeletal System Case Study Several months ago, a young woman fell while rock climbing and her left leg was wedged tightly into a crevice. The resulting injury was severe and required amputation below the knee. She has reported to her physician that she continues to suffer from phantom limb pain. Based on the […]
Define nutrient, energy, and fluid needs during each life stage.
Create a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation discussing the nutritional needs during a person’s different life stages (childhood, adulthood, pregnancy, lactation, and such). Include the following in your presentation: • Define nutrient, energy, and fluid needs during each life stage. • Describe nutrients of concern or special concerns during each life stage. • Identify […]
Explain how you might educate a pediatric patient on the disorder you selected and how you might educate a geriatric patient on the same disorder.
Immune Disorders in Pediatrics and Geriatrics In this week’s Discussion, you began exploring the pathophysiology and treatment for immune disorders, such as HIV, psoriasis, inflammatory bowel disease, and systemic lupus E. You continue this exploration as you consider these disorders in specific patient groups: pediatrics and geriatrics. As an advanced practice nurse, you must understand […]
Discuss the etiology and pathophysiology of coronary artery disease
Inquiry Problem Discuss the etiology and pathophysiology of coronary artery disease (CAD). Are there links between the epidemiology and etiology/pathophysiology in CAD? Is there a physiological link between CAD and exercise that manifests in certain symptoms?
How is karyotyping related to meiosis?
Part I: Look at the earlobes of twenty (20) unrelated individuals. Count how many of them have “free” earlobes and how many have “attached” earlobes. In the picture below, the earlobe on the right is “free” and the earlobe on the left is “attached”. Record the number of people who can and the number of […]
A nurse practitioner is providing care for a 40-year-old male who is experiencing chronic insomnia in recent months while going through a divorce and child custody proceedings. The man is requesting a prescription for “sleeping pills” to help him through this time. Which of the following statements forms a valid basis for the nurse practitioner’s plan for treatment?
Question 1. 1. The unique clinical presentation of a three-month-old infant in the emergency department leads the care team to suspect botulism. Which of the following assessment questions posed to the parents is likely to be most useful in the differential diagnosis? (Points : 0.4) “Have you ever given your child any honey or honey-containing […]
explain the pathophysiology of a Cerebrovascular Accident (stroke) and how it affects the central nervous system using the correct medical and nursing terminology.
Greta Balodis (patient) One of Greta’s close friends from the Latvian club has a daughter who is a second year student nurse. Greta has asked if you can explain the pathophysiology of a Cerebrovascular Accident (stroke) and how it affects the central nervous system to her friend’s daughter, as she doesn’t understand and has an […]
What are the four factors that account for almost all cases of pulmonary edema?
Include in your discussion an evaluation of the presence and effects of alteration in the homeostatic state secondary to gender, genetic, ethnic, and temporal variables. Requirements: Make sure all of the topics in the case study have been addressed. Cite at least three sources; journal articles, textbooks or evidenced-based websites to support the content. Two […]
Explain the pathophysiology of the alterations, including changes that occur in at least two body systems.
During the last 5 weeks, you have explored various body systems: neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, and hematological. These four systems work together along with other body systems to complete a myriad of functions. For this reason, when disorders occur within one body system, it can create potentially devastating effects throughout the entire body. For instance, Parkinson’s […]
What is a hypothesis?
Why is the sky blue? Why do bees sting? Why is the ocean salty? These are questions a young child may ask about the world based on his or her observations and experiences. As children grow older, their inquisitive nature may begin to fade. Anyone involved in the scientific process, however, must continually make observations […]