Entries by Daphne Hanson

Consequences for the mental health

Make a summary of the consequences for the mental health caused by the loss of a loved one, mourning, and bereavement. Debate on the issues of euthanasia and assisted suicide in people who, at the end of their lives, suffer from a terminal illness and despite the palliative care they receive, present unbearable suffering from […]

Risk for a heart attack

The nurse is educating a middle-aged African-American man with high cholesterol. The nurse knows to diagnose the patient as at high risk for a heart attack because based on evidence, the nurse knows that middle-aged African-American men are disproportionately affected by heart disease. What is the most credible source of this evidence? O An article […]

Aspects of metabolic syndrome

Metabolic syndrome is an increasing issue in the US. What factors contribute to the development of the syndrome, who is more at risk for this syndrome, and how does this syndrome intersect for higher rates of obesity and the development of increased risks of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes? What pharmacology intervention and […]

Extensive thoracic surgery

An LPN is working in a critical care area and has been assisting in the care of a client who underwent extensive thoracic surgery. The client’s condition has deteriorated, and the need for ventilation is being considered. Assigning responsibility for care for this client to the LPN, in this case, would be inappropriate based on […]

The ostomy care process

While the RN is trying to help the patient and family learn how to care for a new ostomy, the patient refuses to participate. What action should the RN take first to help the patient learn the ostomy care process? Focus teaching with the family. Ask patient why they do not want to learn. Inform […]

Radiological diagnostic services

By the due date assigned you will write 2 reports each referring to the departments of Urology (Genitourinary System) and Obstetrics and Gynecology (Female Reproductive System) and use them as the script of your Oral Report. In order to earn the maximum credit for the written report, you need to incorporate at least 10 medical […]

Integrated healthcare model

What would be considered a meaningful project purpose and project outcome(s) for an integrated healthcare model? Does this proposed project have the potential to affect positive social change? Are the project purpose and project outcome(s) appropriate to a translation of the evidence model and a project management approach?

Characterization of bulimia nervosa

Does the characterization of bulimia nervosa as a mental illness surprise you? What are your thoughts on the personal and/or cultural implications of classifying bulimia nervosa in this way, as opposed to a lifestyle choice or a matter of willpower? How might you support a family (or client) who is resistant to bulimia nervosa as […]

What are the different roles of nursing leaders

What are the different roles of nursing leaders and nursing managers in the issue of using contract employees in the hospitals( travel nurses), and what are the different approaches they take to address the issue and promote patient safety and quality care? Please support your rationale by using the theories, principles, skills, and roles of […]