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Hypertesnion

Hypertesnion Topic Hypertension For this assignment you will create an engaging, 20-minute recorded presentation of a common health problem related to a particular body system. Your presentation should include an overview of the health problem identified, an in-depth review of the associated anatomy and physiology, an overview of treatment methodologies, and information related to the […]

Policy/Regulation Fact Sheet

Policy/Regulation Fact Sheet Assignment: Policy/Regulation Fact Sheet As a professional nurse, you are expected to apply your expertise to patient care. On occasion, you will also be expected to share that expertise. With evolving technology and continuous changes to regulations designed to keep up these changes, there is usually a need to share information and […]

The Patient Self-Determination Act

The Patient Self-Determination Act Topic 3 DQ 1 The Patient Self-Determination Act “requires all health-care institutions that receive Medicare or Medicaid funds to provide patients with written information about their right under state law to execute advance directives, but it does not require states to adopt or change any substantive laws.” (Markus, n.d.) This is […]

complaints of shortness of breath

complaints of shortness of breath Tony is a 56-year-old, Hispanic male that presented to the Emergency Room with complaints of shortness of breath, which he has been experiencing for the past two days. He states “I haven’t felt good for about a week, but couldn’t afford to miss work.” He complains of a cough, fever, […]

What is this patient’s cardiovascular risk based on these lab results

What is this patient’s cardiovascular risk based on these lab results Discussion The 42-year-old female patient presents for follow up on lab results from her annual physical exam completed a week ago. The lab results are as follows: Triglycerides 225, LDL 170, HDL 22, HgBA1c 8.3% Patient history reveals a 20 pack-a-year smoking history and […]

Development In Early Adolescence

Development In Early Adolescence The purpose of this assignment is to help teachers to better understand development in early adolescence and adolescence, and determine how they can support and guide students in development. In a 750 word newsletter written for secondary teachers, elaborate on the following issues related to adolescence and early adolescence physical development. […]

treatment for a vaginal discharge

R.S. is a 32-year-old woman who seeks treatment for a vaginal discharge that she has had for the past month. She is sexually active and has had the same partner for the past 6 months. She reports noticing an odor, especially after sexual intercourse. Her history reveals that she has been using a commercial douche […]

What is this patient’s cardiovascular risk based on these lab results

What is this patient’s cardiovascular risk based on these lab results Discussion The 42-year-old female patient presents for follow up on lab results from her annual physical exam completed a week ago. The lab results are as follows: Triglycerides 225, LDL 170, HDL 22, HgBA1c 8.3% Patient history reveals a 20 pack-a-year smoking history and […]

How does fever impact fluid and electrolyte balances

How does fever impact fluid and electrolyte balances This is a two-part discussion question. Support your answer with two or three peer-reviewed resources. Identify and discuss sepsis, SIRS, severe sepsis, and septic shock by listing the diagnostic criteria for each. Discuss sepsis protocols employed at your current clinical or work site. Protocols are consistent for […]

Contraception

Contraception Week 13 Discussion: Contraception J.L., a 27-year-old account executive, presents to the family medicine office for her annual checkup with her primary care provider. She has no significant past medical history except heavy menses. Her medications include calcium carbonate 500 mg orally twice a day and a multivitamin daily. She exercises regularly. Her family […]