Category: Health & Medicine 13691

  • “Normal-Tension Glaucoma” by Killer

    Introduction Glaucoma is one of the diseases affecting broad populations a threat to the health of a nation. Normal-tension glaucoma (NTG) is one of the conditions representing the glaucoma family; however, it can also be viewed as an exception as the major factor preconditioning the emergence of issues, such as intraocular pressure, is missing (Killer…

  • Pressure Injury Prevention: Evidence-Based Solution

    Table of Contents Introduction Evidence-Based Solution Nursing Intervention Patient Care Health Care Agency Nursing Practice References Introduction Pressure injuries are a hospital-acquired condition that frequently emerges in environments where patients stay immobile for extended periods, such as intensive care units. These wounds are generally preventable and associated with significant harm, extending the patient’s length of…

  • Nurse Manager Engagement: Concept Analysis

    Table of Contents Methods of Analysis Steps of the Process Practical Application of the Concept Conclusion References Nowadays, nurses play an important role in the healthcare segment, as they assess the patient’s health and propose appropriate interventions (Sellman, 2011). This profession is challenging since the nurses have to consider theoretical knowledge, environmental support, patient’s conditions,…

  • Improving the Quality of Dental Services

    The use of scientific sources in medicine is an integral part of the clinical practice of a specialist. This approach allows not only to achieve professional and personal growth of the medical professional but also to achieve a culture of evidence-based and justified decisions. In other words, referring to the evidence-based writings of reputable authors…

  • The Computerized Physicians’ Order Entry Issues

    Table of Contents Description of the Issues Probable Causes of Identified Issues Recommended Solutions for Identified Issues References Description of the Issues The core implementation is the integration resistance by the three physicians. With the Computerized Physicians Order Entry (CPOE) being implemented and expected to last the next three years, the management requires every practitioner…

  • Reviewing a Request for Proposal: Organization’s Needs

    Introduction The healthcare organization has requested vendors’ information on the products and services. This follows the fact-finding part of the system’s implementation and intends to help select the potential vendors. The request for proposal has been issued after the organization has screened potential vendors and gathered information. This paper examines whether the request for proposal…

  • Door-to-Baloon Time Reduction: Data Collection

    An interview with an IT representative helped explore the existing variety of different types of data collection and reporting tools that are available to be used by nurse leaders to clarify and comprehend quality performance process parameters. At the beginning of the conversation, it became clear that today’s healthcare organizations are faced with several requirements…

  • Helicobacter Pylori Treatment: Heartburn and GERD

    As the patient’s symptoms of heartburn remain persistent, stronger antacids might be recommended to reduce the intensity of pain and the recurrence of symptoms. Antacid Maximum Strength can be prescribed to the patient, but only for one to two weeks, as its ineffectiveness might indicate that the patient does not have heartburn but rather GERD…

  • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Detection

    Asiel Case Study Introduction The patient, Mary, has presented the list of complaints that allowed me to suspect Lyme disease, discoid lupus erythematosus, and systemic lupus erythematosus in her. The last diagnosis was confirmed by physical examination. I have developed a nursing care plan to address Mary’s problems and a teaching care plan to help…

  • The Experience of Viewing Oneself in the Mirror After a Mastectomy: Review

    Table of Contents Problem Statement Purpose and Research Questions Literature Review Theoretical Framework Summary Reference List This discussion presents a critical analysis of a qualitative study named: ‘The experience of viewing oneself in the mirror after a mastectomy’. The paper focuses on the purpose of the study, literature review, research question, theoretical framework and problem…