Category: Health & Medicine 13691

Introduction Myocardial infarction is one of the best-known heart issues, yet, ironically, the levels of awareness about preventing it are drastically low in vulnerable groups. In the case under analysis, the patient, Mr. Vlog could use the support of a nurse who would not only provide the necessary treatment but also shed light on the…

Abstract This paper is focused on Kolcaba’s theory of comfort and practice. Its purpose is to consider how it can be applied in practice when working with patients who have the post-cardiac arrest syndrome. The paper is based on five articles that discuss related topics. It gathers trustworthy and reliable evidence to prove the advantage…

Table of Contents Introduction Post-Op Care Among DVT Patients Conclusion References Introduction Also known as blood thinners, anticoagulants are the recommended approach in the treatment of Deep Venous Thrombosis (DVT). In post-op DVTs, however, debate has arisen over the effectiveness of early ambulation in comparison to bed rest. Bed rest, often recommended in a hospital…

Alice in Wonderland syndrome (AIWS) is a complex of disorientating neurological symptoms characterized by a wrong perception of the size and position of the body and violation of coordination. People who suffer from AIWS often see things smaller or bigger than in reality or feel their bodies changing in size (Naarden et al., 2019). In…

Table of Contents Introduction Physicians vs. Registered Nurses Conclusion References Introduction Nowadays, the healthcare field is extended and involves numerous medical professionals that are required to perform specific duties. Among such healthcare professionals are registered nurses (RNs) and physicians. While the first group gathers valuable medical data, conducts tests, treats sicknesses, and cares for the…

Table of Contents Introduction Nurses’ Roles and Responsibilities The Importance of Transparency The CMS Position on Financial Reimbursement for “Never Events” Conclusion References Introduction The issue of quality is one of the leading concerns in healthcare. Quality improvement should become a continuous intervention to provide better patient outcomes and increased safety. However, quality improvement usually…

Table of Contents Introduction American Red Cross: Mission and Values American Red Cross: Influence American Red Cross: Equal Opportunity Promotion American Red Cross: Funding Nurse Work and American Red Cross Conclusion References Introduction Public health non-profits are organizations that receive most of their funding from private sources and donations and channel those funds towards equitable…

Table of Contents Case Summary Additional Questions to Ask Classification of Headaches Old and New Headaches Making a Definite Diagnosis Distinguishing Between Benign and Serious Headaches Diagnostic Tests Diagnosis Flow Sheet References Case Summary A 35-year old female patient reported to the nursing office, complaining about “bad headaches,” which have been present for the past…

Some infectious diseases reappear again after a period of decline in incidence. One of such reemerging acute febrile infectious diseases is malaria. Every 30 seconds, it becomes the reason for a child’s death (Fauci, 2005). The symptoms include high temperature, headache, and muscle pains. The causative agents are the reason for widespread infection. Malaria is…

Radioactive isotopes, or chemical elements produced through the decay of atoms, are widely used in medicine. The branch of medicine known as nuclear medicine studies the use of radioactive materials for monitoring the internal functioning of organs and directed elimination of the affected or damaged tissues of the body. Thus, using radioisotopes in medicine for…