Category: Health & Medicine 13691

  • Acupuncture in the Treatment for Low Back Pain

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Acupuncture eases back pain Causes of back pains treated through acupuncture Conclusion References Abstract Acupuncture is a time tested treatment used by mankind because it has been used for a long time around the world. Most people have thought about the treatment as being helpful making it a very effective…

  • Scientific Principles Underlying Decontamination

    Introduction Water is an important and remarkable substance that makes all forms of life possible. Speculation about possible past or present life on other planets within our solar system, or any other extraterrestrial body somewhere within the universe, is conditioned on the evidence for or against the existence of past or present water or ice.…

  • Nurse Adherence to Chemotherapy Safe-Handling Practices

    Table of Contents Introduction Research Question Research Design Sample Size Data Collection Methods Limitations of the Study Findings Summary References Introduction Nurses working in oncology units may not realize the negative impact of their practice on their health. The problem is evident since many caregivers do not adhere to safety recommendations aimed to prevent occupational…

  • Martha Rogers – Science of Unitary Human Beings

    Table of Contents Introduction Reasons for Selecting the Video My Personal Philosophy Analysis Recommending the Video: Acquired Values Conclusion References Introduction Nursing is an evolving field since it borrows a lot from modern researchers and medical practitioners. The videos viewed in class present some of the leading theorists who managed to influence the quality of…

  • Event Standardization of Sit-To-Stand Movements

    This article critique will focus on the article titled “Event Standardization of Sit-to-Stand Movements”. The article is authored by Bruce Etnyre and David Q Thomas, and they wrote so much on body movements concerning when one is moving from various sitting positions to upright positions. Their study was concerned with natural standing where people were…

  • Deception In Dealings With Patients

    Trust is one of the vital elements in the building of relationships between the doctor and the patient. If trust is absent, the whole treatment can lead to worse than desired outcomes. It is safe to assume that the creation of trust requires honesty from both sides, so the doctor should always be honest with…

  • Nurse Leaders’ Tasks and Strategies

    Table of Contents Nurse Leaders’ Tasks and Challenges Nurse Leaders’ Strategies and Techniques Conclusion References In the process of nursing care, a significant role is played by the leaders of junior medical personnel who can be an example for their colleagues and coordinate their activities according to specific goals. The task of such staff is…

  • Post-Operative Readmission Rates: Literature Review

    Table of Contents Introduction Methods Results Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Cancer has become one of the major burdens in the healthcare system, leading to high mortality rates and significantly decreasing the quality of life of the surviving patients. In many cases, healthcare professionals manage to save their patients’ lives through surgical operations. However, there exists…

  • Cholelithiasis and Cholecystitis: Etiological and Symptomatic

    Etiological and Symptomatic Differences Cholelithiasis, also known as gallstones, is an inflammatory condition characterized by the hardening of digestive fluids. On the other hand, Cholecystitis is typified by inflammation of the gallbladder due to the blockage of cystic ducts by stones. Although the clinical presentation is similar, specific symptoms can help differentiate the diseases. For…

  • Practice Learning Assignment: Morbidity and Mortality

    Table of Contents Introduction Indicators Rationale Gaps in Programs Conclusion References Introduction The terms “morbidity” and “mortality” are used to analyze the impacts and severity of a given health condition or disease. The leading health indicator (LHI) selected for this week’s Public Health Program Planning is nutrition, physical activity, and obesity. Healthy People 2020 LHI…