Category: Disease

Chronic diseases are a significant matter of concern to both healthcare organizations and financial institutions developing state budgets and allocating resources not to mention the patients themselves. Similar diseases have a negative influence on the everyday life of people decreasing the quality of their lives because of constant discomfort and the need for special treatment,…

The herniated disk disease is a dangerous disease that can occur due to injury or heavy load on the spine. In its process, the integrity of the outer membrane of the intervertebral disc is violated. The herniated disk disease is most common in men between 30 and 50 and all older adults (Cramer & Darby,…

The incidence of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) has declined since the 2010s, but it is still the highest in the world, according to the United States Renal Data System (USRDS) (2020). In 2018, the number of ESRD patients in the USA reached 131,636 (USRDS, 2020). The prevalence of ESRD in Hawaii is 2,315.2 patients per…

Introduction Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the most spread illnesses among the US population. Not only is this health condition dangerous, but it also may lead to rather serious complications such as cardiovascular disease, kidney failure, and other severe conditions. Patients suffering from CKD have different types of support needs to cope with…

Table of Contents Chronic Diseases and Their Impact Nursing Assistants Conclusion References Chronic diseases have become rather widespread. They tend to alter lives dramatically. This paper aims to justify the use of “transition” in terms of chronic disease, give examples of disruptive life events, and consider how nurses could assist in facilitating its impact. Chronic…

Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion References Introduction Currently, the problem of obesity is acute, and it calls for effective measures. Doctors are trying to identify the factors that trigger this disease. To my mind, the cause of obesity may lie in eating disorders and lack of physical activity. Xu and Xue state that…

Introduction Elderly people are fragile individuals whose body tissues have deteriorated over time. This has led to development of chronic conditions (Rossheim & McAdams, 2010). In addition, the conditions have affected their daily functioning. The conditions range from physical impairment to internal complications. This often results in acute pain. Most countries have reported a rapid…

Dupuytren’s contracture is a disorder of the triangular structure of fibers inside the palm. There are multiple procedures that are proven to be effective in the treatment of this disease, such as dermofasciectomy, open and needle fasciotomy, and segmental or limited fasciectomy.1 While a number of new options have been proposed, none of them are…

Table of Contents Risk Factors for Tuberculosis The Use of Surveillance to Control Tuberculosis Prevention and Control Activities Conclusions References Tuberculosis is an infectious disease which is traditionally considered a disease of poverty. It influences mainly adults of the productive age (McHugh, 2013). According to World Health Organization (2017), it is among the ten major…

Table of Contents Introduction National Kidney Foundation of Florida American Association of Kidney Patients University of Florida Health Shands Hospital General Evaluation of the Resources References Introduction The treatment of patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD) in America has become one of the key issues of public health care. This ailment causes a significant number…