Category: Health & Medicine 13691

Definition of the Problem Patient’s immobility results in strain ulcers The treatment eliminates health and financial complications Need to consider ulcers improvement cases Elaboration of methods to help individuals Strain ulcers in the critical department Note: Ulcers result from patients’ immobility and lead to specific complications. Scientific and Mathematical Analytical Perspective Evaluation of healthcare services…

The selected professional organization is the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). After the merger in 2013 by two older organizations, this association is the largest national professional organization for NPs in all specialties. Similar to other major nursing organizations, the AANP has a diverse focus with the purpose to promote high-quality healthcare. Its purpose…

Metformin is among the front-line medications for type-2 diabetes treatment which is administered to overweight patients. The chemical name of Metformin HCI is 1-Dimethylbiguanide hydrochloride, and its molecular formula is C4H11N5 • HCl (Yu et al., 2018). Metformin was discovered in 1922 by Jean Sterne, a French physician, and the compound is a white hygroscopic…

Table of Contents Summary Manifestation of Hypothyroidism Symptoms and Signs of Hypothyroidism Causes of Hypothyroidism Manifestations of Hyperthyroidism Risk Factors of Hyperthyroidism Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism Continuation of Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism References Summary The thyroid can become hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism (Sindhu et al., 2016). Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) produces fewer hormones. Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) produces more hormones.…

Table of Contents The Issue Background of the Issue Stakeholders Possible Methods of Addressing the Issue Goal and Option of Changes Risks and Benefits of the Changes Evaluation Methodology Recommendation Conclusion References The Issue Florida is a state with a very high population of senior citizens (“Population and demographic data,” 2017). People are either living…

The American Association for Community Dental Programs (AACDP) focuses on supporting efforts to promote vulnerable populations’ oral health at the community level. AACDP (n.d.a) offers guidance and information support for those participating in program development and implementation. Another critical area of activity is the organization of conferences and professional events to strengthen links between stakeholders…

Helen Branswell’s article on the development, testing, and rollout of the Ebola vaccine details the challenges and breakthroughs achieved by various individuals and teams involved in its manufacturing. According to the article, Gary Kobinger worked on an Ebola vaccine but had not conducted human trials when the 2014 Ebola broke out in West Africa (Branswell).…

There are multiple legislators and governmental sections, directly and indirectly, involved in the policy development to regulate the usage of alternatives for decreasing opioids misuse. The U.S. Congress has established and disseminated the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act that provides the available approaches and treatment options to overcome the crisis (Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America,…

The organs that aggravate or alleviate hypoglycemia entail the pancreas, liver, and muscles. Each organ contains specific enzymes and hormones that participate in the metabolic process, regulating blood sugar and maintaining equilibrium (Melmed et al., 2020). Glucagon raises blood sugar levels and keeps them from falling too low, whereas insulin lowers blood sugar levels. Defects…

Table of Contents Problem Statement Hypothesis and Variables Research Questions Review of Literature References Problem Statement The lack of standardized protocols for the prevention of pressure ulcers (PU) in ICUs and other emergency departments compromises patient safety and induces prolonged hospital stay as well as increased treatment costs. Developing and implementing effective standards would significantly…