Entries by Daphne Hanson

Telehealth

Telehealth What is Telehealth ?what Telehealth is utilized in Practice ? when to use Telehealth ? how Telehealth system works? advantages and disadvantages of Telehealth? Telehealth Versus Telemedicine ?

The evolution of EBP

Concisely define evidenced based practice, the evolution of EBP and how barriers to EBP can be overcome. Briefly give an example of a compelling clinical question that piques your interes

Hyperthyroidism due to Graves’ disease.

Jean Fields is a 72-year-old client who has been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism due to Graves’ disease. Her husband of 52 years died of lung cancer 2 weeks ago, and she has been dealing with extreme emotional upset and grief. She has been admitted to the hospital with fatigue, weakness, fever, tachycardia, and dehydration. What is […]

Type 1 diabetes

Melissa is a 6-year-old girl who has been newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. Her physician has ordered a treatment regimen that includes blood glucose monitoring and regular insulin injections four times a day. Melissa and her parents have presented to the medical clinic for follow-up and teaching regarding Melissa’s condition and care needs. Discuss […]

Rheumatoid arthritis

Mary is a 48-year-old woman with severe rheumatoid arthritis. Her pain is no longer controlled by aspirin and her physician ordered 5 mg prednisone three times a day. Over the next 4 weeks, Mary’s symptoms were markedly improved and she became more mobile again. She also noted that for the first time in years she […]

Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism produce

Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism produce significant signs and symptoms in clients. Describe the physiologic effects of thyroid hormone. Compare and contrast the two disorders. Both conditions can be treated with medications that help the body to achieve a more normal level of thyroid hormones. Discuss medications used for hyperthyroidism and the therapeutic effects. Discuss medications used […]

Diet exercise and drug therapy

Discuss the effects of diet exercise and drug therapy with the client A 58-year-old man has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Your patient tells you his grandson has Type 1 diabetes. Discuss how you as the nurse can help your patient understand the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes.