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the evolution of Palliative and Hospice Care

This  is a case study about the evolution of Palliative and Hospice Care.   Please review the book and then read the following 2 articles before you address the case study.   Additionally, you may research the issue yourself to bring in extra  information.  Please answer the 2 questions on the case study. http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/723058    I have put this […]

Cellular Adaptation, Injury, And Death profile

Maria is a sedentary, 68-year-old woman who is overweight. She complains that her hands and feet are always cold, and she tires quickly when cleaning the house. At her most recent visit to her doctor, her blood pressure was 184/98 mm Hg. She has edema around her ankles and legs, and her physician is concerned […]

non-traditional medications

Gami is a 48-year-old who you discover when completing a health history is taking cinnamon to treat Type II Diabetes. She is specifically using cassia Cinnamon. You also discover that she is taking Ginseng to assist with memory. Her prescribed medications are Aricept and Coumadin. Ms. GM is a 48-year-old who presents to your clinic […]

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., […]