Category: Health & Medicine 13691

Medical malpractices which occur in many healthcare facilities across the US have created challenges for the healthcare system. Erroneous tests and procedures done by doctors have exposed patients to harm. Some of the tests done by doctors are said to be unnecessary and they increase the possibility of erroneous treatments. Some medical procedures are also…

Table of Contents Applicable Nursing Theory Utilized Proposed Implementation Plan with Outcome Measures Potential Barriers to the Plan Implementation References Applicable Nursing Theory Utilized Jean Watson’s theory of Human Caring is applicable to the given project as it focuses on health promotion and highlights the need for nurses to provide patients with holistic care. Informing…

Table of Contents Ethical Aspects of a Study Problem Statements, Purpose Statements, and Research Questions Literature Review Study Framework Hypotheses and Research Questions Quantitative Research Designs Qualitative Designs Reference Ethical Aspects of a Study The study was approved by an institutional review board. The ability of a study to give highly acceptable results is pegged…

Table of Contents Time Distance Shielding Training and Education Conclusion References The provision of high-quality care is often associated with certain risks and the use of potentially hazardous measures. Patients and healthcare professionals have to evaluate a myriad of possible benefits and hazards when choosing the most appropriate treatment. Radiation exposure is one of the…

Hypothyroidism is a condition characterized by low levels of thyroid hormones. The underproduction of thyroid hormones can result from an abnormality either in the thyroid gland itself, the pituitary gland, or the hypothalamus. Congenital hypothyroidism is not common. This paper will discuss the etiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, treatment, and preventive measures of hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism…

Table of Contents Prevailing Theories and Findings Theories and Findings Comparison Conclusion References Hear failures (HF) that are often referred to as congestive heart failures (CHF) are one of the most persistent causes of readmissions. As stated by Feltner et al. (2014), readmissions within thirty days occur for almost 25% of patients that were hospitalized…

Introduction This study is a case analysis of a mental patient who goes by a fictitious name, Sandy. The patient has a history of mental disorders and therefore has undergone several psychosocial, social, and biological interventions to treat his condition. According to the patient’s mental history, he has previously been engaged in alcohol abuse, ecstasy…

Introduction A policy refers to a rule or a strategy that can be used as a guide to achieving a specified outcome (Birkland, 2010). Policies are usually made by institutions and governments to help in achieving predetermined objectives. The policies made by the government are often referred to as public policies and are used to…

Mammography is one of the most delicate processes involving vulnerable tissues. There is a need to consider several factors such as device sensitivity, resolution, and ease of use before buying the equipment. In most cases, every manufacturer provides some data associated with the machine’s functionality (Suleiman et al., 2017). However, this information mostly refers to…

Nowadays, the traditional means people use for socialization and recreational purposes, such as alcohol or tobacco, have become more diverse and accessible. Stimulants belong among such recreational means that recently gained in popularity. However, their social and recreational level of use often turns into abuse and addiction. There are two major mediators in this case:…