Entries by Linus

Malnutrition Among Children

Identify the research problem/research question, null hypothesis, and alternative hypothesis from the articles you examined in Modules 2 and 4. Using the topic you chose for your annotated bibliography and literature review, write a problem statement, a research question, a null hypothesis, and an alternative hypothesis. Within your group, provide feedback to your classmates. For […]

lifestyle changes a person should if diagnosed with diabetes type 2

Nursing Discussion Post Your patient has just been diagnosed with Diabetes Type 2 and the doctor prescribed metformin. 1. Describe the mechanism of action of metformin and potential contraindications. 2. What education that the registered nurse would have provided would you reinforce? 3. Explain lifestyle changes a person should if diagnosed with diabetes type 2? […]

URINARY DISORDERS

A 45-year-old grocery sales clerk has been suffering from bouts of severe pain in his left flank region. He blamed it on prolonged standing for 8 hours straight while working. He was taking over-the-counter pain medications for his pain. One day, he found fresh blood in his urine. He went to a doctor who performed […]

DRUG PREVENTION PROGRAM

 Design a drug prevention program and send it to the Journal tool. Accompany it with a detailed explanation of the program and a justification for which such a program would be successful.

CLINICAL JUDGMENT AND INTUITION

Answer the following questions in complete sentences and paragraphs 1. How does clinical judgment affect: (1 paragraph= 4-6 sentences) Past or present experience? Knowledge? Combination of experience and knowledge? 2. Define intuition in nursing? (1 paragraph= 4-6 sentences) 3. In your opinion, what part does intuition play in clinical judgment? (1 paragraph= 4-6 sentences) 4. How do you […]

ANTHRAX

As a fresh research intern, you are a part of the hypothetical National Anthrax Eradication Program. Your first task is to present a detailed summary on this lethal disease. Using the  the Internet, research, acquire, compile the primary data and respond to the following: What organism produces this disease and how? What are the four […]

Psychiatric Care and Mental Health in the Community

Psychiatric Care and Mental Health in the Community Read chapter 24 of the class textbook and review the attached PowerPoint presentation.  Once done answer the following questions; Explain and give some examples of the concepts of community mental health and discuss the importance of community mental health promotion in special populations. Describe the biological, social, and […]

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

Discussion: Posttraumatic Stress Disorder It is estimated that more than 6% of the U.S. population will experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in their lifetime (National Center for PTSD, 2010). This debilitating disorder often interferes with an individual’s ability to function in daily life. Common symptoms of anxiousness and depression frequently lead to substance abuse issues […]

VEGETARIANISM

In the United States, 32% of adults eat a vegetarian diet (Vegetarianism in America, n.d.). What does the term “vegetarian” mean? Do you think vegetarian diets are practical? That is, can someone easily be a vegetarian while living the typical American life of being rushed and busy? Vegetarian diets are associated with a lower risk […]