Entries by Merit Writer

Pharmaceutical And Therapeutics

1.  How is Tuberculosis treated? 2.   What is Cipro used to treat? What are the adverse effects? What are the  contraindications? What are the medication interactions? 3.  Which medication is the first choice in treating C-Difficile infection? 4.   What are the adverse effects of amphoterocin B? What monitoring would  need to be done while on […]

National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF)

According to the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF). There are nine core competencies. The first core competency is “Scientific Foundation Competencies” which uses science. And integrated research to develop new approaches to improve nursing practice. The second core competency is “Leadership Competencies” which provides control. And guidance initiating change while collaborating within the […]

the increasing percentage of older adult clients in the U.S

the increasing percentage of older adult clients in the U.S TOPIC: EFFECT AGEISM Directions: Due to the increasing percentage of older adult clients in the U.S., it is imperative that healthcare providers assess and confront their own attitudes and perceptions toward older adults.   1. Describe ageism and its impact on societal views of older […]

Essentials Of Pathophysiology

Module 08 Content J.S. is a 42-year-old man who lives in the Midwest and is highly allergic to dust and pollen and has a history of mild asthma. J.S’s wife drove him to the emergency room when his wheezing was unresponsive to his fluticasone/salmeterol (Advair) inhaler. J.S. was unable to lie down, and began to […]

intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

Motivation Motivation is important to each of us.  Studying for a test, doing household chores, completing a task at work, all these activities require motivation to “get the job done.” Closely linked to motivation is emotion, if we are excited about a project, the motivation is there too. This week our book describes five approaches […]

Community And The Aging Adult

A community’s response to the physical and mental health needs of its aging population has become a highly publicized topic within recent years. Taking into account your community’s elderly residential facilities, apply the following Discuss what policies might a residential facility develop to minimize the chances that its residences will develop “institutionalism” Include whether or […]

use of social media for reviews and feedback

Healthcare, like other industries, requires consumer feedback. That feedback is used as part of their reimbursement criteria. As a result, healthcare is experiencing an increase in the use of social media for reviews and feedback. For your Competency Discussion, review two or three consumer review sites, including one dedicated to healthcare practitioners and facilities (i.e., […]

Bookkeeping Errors

As a medical administrative assistant, you have been employed with a group of occupational medicine facilities for over 3 years. You have been asked to go to another occupational medicine facility to fill in for a few hours because they are short-staffed. When you arrive you are asked to perform various bookkeeping services such as […]

New and Emerging Technologies for Patient Care

New and Emerging Technologies for Patient Care  Reflect on how this technology is used and how its use impacts the quality of care.  Consider cost and reimbursement. Consider how your identified technology tools might impact nursing practice if it were more widely used.  What are some barriers preventing increased usage?  How could wider implementation be […]

Legal and Ethical Dilemma in Healthcare Patients Rights

OVERVIEW Deciding to place a loved one into a long-term care facility can be extremely difficult. Even more difficult is the thought of your loved one’s rights being violated while in long-term care. Patient healthcare rights are not as clearly defined as one would expect. And there are long-term care and other healthcare facilities that […]