Entries by Merit Writer

risk factors for cerebrovascular accidents

List the risk factors for cerebrovascular accidents and why? What cultures are at higher risk and why? Describe the 0 to 4+ scale for scoring deep tendon reflexes. What would you expect to find in a patient with diabetic peripheral neuropathy? Share any experience you have encountered and elaborate. Submission Instructions: Your initial post should […]

Lymphatic, Chest, & Heart

Lymphatic, Chest, & Heart This Discussion has 3 parts: Lymphatic Define lymphedema. What is elephantiasis? Provide the differential diagnosis of mumps versus cervical adenitis. Thorax and Lungs Define and provide an example of a disease/situation where this sign/symptom might be present: Dyspnea Orthopnea Apnea Paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea Tachypnea Bradypnea Hyperpnea Kussmaul breathing Periodic breathing (Cheyne-Stokes). […]

Effective Approaches in Leadership and Management

Benchmark – Effective Approaches in Leadership and Management In this assignment, you will be writing a 1,000-1,250 word paper describing the differing approaches of nursing leaders and managers to issues in practice. To complete this assignment, do the following: 1. Select an issue from the following list: bullying, unit closers and restructuring, floating, nurse turnover, […]

rectal examination of an older adult

You are about to perform a rectal examination of an older adult. What are the steps to examine this patient? Explain your rationale. What are some findings you can have while assessing the rectal sphincter? Describe the differences during the rectal examination of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy. What findings would expect on physical […]

relevant information to gather when assessing abdominal pain

relevant information to gather when assessing abdominal pain GI Make a comprehensive list of relevant information to gather when assessing abdominal pain. How do you assess for masses in the abdomen and how you would document such findings? Describe your findings on a previous patient that you have encountered where you have palpated a mass […]

types of information systems

types of information systems Choose 4 of the information systems below and  Define and discuss the differences between the various types of information systems and how they are used within healthcare facilities: Healthcare information system Hospital information system Administrative information system Nursing information system Monitoring systems Order entry systems Laboratory systems Radiology systems Pharmacy application […]

the importance of professional associations in nursing

Examine the importance of professional associations in nursing. Choose a professional nursing organization that relates to your specialty area, or a specialty area in which you are interested.  provide a detailed overview the organization and its advantages for members. Include the following: Describe the organization and its significance to nurses in the specialty area. Include […]

Chinese community

J.R. is a nurse practitioner who serves an urban Chinese community. The challenges she faces daily include coordinating health care for the community members, fostering compliance with treatment regimens, and teaching the community about health prevention and early detection of diseases and conditions. J.R. has learned that one of the main reasons the community members […]

Why are women at a higher risk of UTI than males?

Identify and explain positions other than the lithotomy in which a pelvic examination can be performed. Why are women at a higher risk of UTI than males? What would you educate to decrease the risk of UTI? Summarize the pros and cons of newborn circumcision. Describe the following signs on a female examination: Goodell Hegar’s […]

Care of a Patient with Cancer

Discussion Topic Care of a Patient with Cancer A 70-year-old was diagnosed with colon cancer 3 years ago. At that time he underwent IV combination chemotherapy. He responded to the chemotherapy regimen until about 6 months ago when his colon cancer returned. His oncologist has now prescribed oral chemotherapy, which has been effective for some […]