The Role of Statistics in Healthcare: John Snow’s Study of Cholera

Introduction Statistics play an important role in health care by providing the means to analyze and interpret data related to population health and healthcare practices. Historically, statistics have significantly impacted the development and improvement of health care (Fowler et al., 2021). One of the best-known examples of this influence is...

Cancer Detection, Staging, Effects, and Nursing Care Strategies

Introduction Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world due to its complexity and high treatment costs. Poor lifestyle and environmental factors are the major causes of cancer among human beings. In its simplest definition, cancer is associated with abnormal cell growth, infiltrating and destroying normal...

Causes of Rising Childhood Obesity Rates and Reasons Behind the Need for Intervention

Introduction The research question of the paper will be “What are the reasons for the increase in cases of obesity among children?” Obesity is among the fast-growing diseases that permeate communities and affect younger generations, being a significant concern for public health. The Need for Obesity Interventions Among Children Rising...

The Case for Free Healthcare in America: Fairness, Cost, and Economic Impact

Introduction The debate centers on whether all Americans should have access to free healthcare. Proponents argue that providing free healthcare to every citizen is essential because it represents both a fundamental human right and a commitment to social justice. They assert that Americans must have access to sufficient care, regardless...

Impact of Smartphones and Social Media on Student Mental and Physical Health

Cain, Jeff. “It’s Time To Confront Student Mental Health Issues Associated With Smartphones and Social Media.” The American Journal of Pharmaceutical Education, vol. 82, no. 7, 2018, p. 6862. Web. Cain makes the case that students’ usage of cell phones and social media is increasing the number of mental health...

Types of Financing Leases in Healthcare: Operating, Financing, and Combination Options

Introduction Financing leases can be categorized into three subgroups. Namely, they can be operating, financing, or a combination. Operating leases allow hospitals to rent equipment without having ownership rights for the goods being leased. On the other hand, financial leases allow for the temporary use agreement to be accounted for...

Nursing Philosophy: Patient-Centered Care, Environment, Health, and Nursing Concepts

Introduction Nursing may be regarded as a highly essential occupation that focuses on providing care to individuals, their families, and communities, promoting health, and preventing diseases. On the one hand, nursing is based on empirical research that seeks to improve practice. On the other hand, similar to other disciplines, nursing...

Red Flags in Healthcare Providers: Identifying Mental Health Risks and Interventions

Introduction The relevance of analyzing red flags (alarm signals) in healthcare providers and exploring options for interventions is underscored by the importance of ensuring medical workers’ mental, psychological, and emotional well-being, as well as the delivery of high-quality medicine. Although many studies have focused on specific cognitive and behavioral disorders...

University of Florida Health Jacksonville Leadership and Organizational Structure

Description of the Structure The healthcare structure in the University of Florida Health Jacksonville has a harmonized system. The leadership tiers can be divided into the board of directors, executive membership, and medical staff leaders. The board of directors is the regulatory and governing body responsible for making higher-level organizational...

Risks and Social Impact of Brazilian Butt Lift: Beauty Standards and Body Image

Summary The article “Brazilian butt lift: Behind the world’s most dangerous cosmetic surgery” explores the rise of the Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) procedure. It discusses risks associated with BBL that may lead to lethal consequences and the reasons for taking risks. The author states that the growth in profit and...

The Impact of a Weak or Lost Sense of Smell on Human Health and Well-Being

Introduction Olfaction, often known as the sense of smell, is sometimes disregarded and viewed as less significant than other senses, including sight, touch, taste, and hearing. However, research indicates that smell is essential to human life and that a person’s welfare can be affected in several ways if they lack...

Human Papillomavirus (HPV): Structure, Transmission, Prevention, and Clinical Significance

Introduction Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection. More than 79 million Americans, both men and women, live with this infection today (Luna & Upadhyay, 2022). About 150 types of HPV are known, but new types are constantly emerging due to various homologous characteristics (Xu et al.,...

Orthodox Judaism’s Role in Health, Healing, and Clinical Practice

Introduction Orthodox Judaism is one of the main branches of Judaism that adheres to traditional Jewish teachings and rituals. Within this religious tradition, there are many ways of expressing hope, change, and healing, as well as understanding physical and mental health. Expressions of Hope in the Religion Hope is one...

Improving Intensive Care Units with Evidence-Based Practice and the PDSA Quality Model

Introduction Research, evidence-based practice (EBP), and quality improvement (QI) are pivotal for ensuring high-quality care in an ICU (Intensive Care Unit) setting. This paper evaluates the culture, leadership, communication channels, and other aspects of the author’s ICU and recommends a model aimed at improving the quality of patient care. Based...

The Impact of Exercise on Cognitive Function in Dementia Patients: An Integrative Review

Abstract The current integrative review focuses on the impact of exercise intervention on the cognitive functions of dementia patients. It includes a research question, “In older adults with a diagnosis of cognitive impairment or dementia (P), how do exercise interventions (I), as compared to no exercise interventions (C), affect their...

Importance of Physical Exercise During Pregnancy: Benefits for Maternal and Fetal Health

Subject Population: Pregnant Women and Rationale for Selection The population studied in the research is pregnant women. This population was chosen because the importance of physical exercise in normal pregnancy has long been debated by obstetricians, gynecologists, and their patients. Regular physical activity enhances the activity of the woman’s respiratory...

Differences Between Benign and Malignant Tumors

Introduction Tumors, also known as neoplasms, are abnormal growths of cells in the body. Depending on their nature, tumors are classified into two main types: benign and malignant. While they both involve uncontrolled cell growth, there are key differences in terms of their growth rate, ability to spread, recurrence, and...

Readmission Trends and Quality Assessment at SNHU Hospital

Professional Summary Readmission trends carry major implications, especially in medical situations. They have an impact on healthcare outcomes and related costs, serving as a stand-in for measuring the effectiveness of patient care. Understanding these patterns is critical since readmissions burden the healthcare system by increasing costs. Pugh et al. (2021)...

Reflections on RaDonda Vaught’s Conviction: A Tragic Medication Error and Its Implications

Introduction I find myself with mixed emotions regarding the conviction of former Tennessee nurse RaDonda Vaught for criminally negligent homicide in the tragic death of a patient due to a medication error. On the one hand, upholding accountability within the medical profession is unquestionably vital, particularly when a patient’s life...

Overcoming Leadership Challenges in Healthcare

Introduction Just like in any other sector, healthcare leaders encounter various problems that can hinder development and progress. However, according to Manion (2011), “the more a leader understands these issues, the more likely it is that he or she can find the strength and courage to meet the test that...

Challenges in U.S. Healthcare: Costs, Access, and Quality Issues

Introduction The U.S. healthcare system is a complicated and continuously fluctuating structure that has a massive impact on numerous individuals daily. Despite some benefits, various issues must be dealt with. The U.S. healthcare system struggles with four main topics: rising expenses because of technology, fragmentation of services, restricted access to...

Lidocaine: Properties, Applications, and a Christian Worldview Perspective

Abstract The current article focuses on lidocaine and its uses as it is a widespread anesthetic. The main purpose is to analyze the compound’s properties, describe the structure, determine biological activities, summarize a peer-reviewed article, and consider the use of lidocaine from a Christian worldview. Lidocaine’s formula is C14H22N2O, and...

Ethical Dilemmas in Nursing Practice and Carol Gilligan’s Compassionate Theory

Introduction In nursing practice, a nurse may often face ethical dilemmas when dealing with patients. This problem may arise, for example, in the decision-making process regarding care. The practice of a nurse may also be influenced by the opinion of a theorist who tells about possible solutions to difficult ethical...

Lead Exposure and Its Reproductive Toxicity Risks

Introduction Lead is a toxic metal in paint, gasoline, and batteries. Individuals have been exposed to detrimental effects, including severe health hazards such as neurological injury, learning and behavior problems, and growth retardation, resulting from its use over centuries. This research paper intends to investigate the crucial issue of lead...

Healthcare Insurance Coverage Challenges in Alaska: Trends, Issues, and Policy Recommendations

Introduction In the United States, expanding healthcare access and raising the standard of care has been a significant accomplishment. Ongoing differences hinder access to essential medical care in health insurance coverage. Understanding the status of healthcare insurance coverage in Alaska is essential since the state experiences special healthcare issues due...

Effectiveness of Chlorhexidine Gluconate in Reducing CLABSI Rates in Oncology Patients

Introduction Evidence-based medicine is grounded in raising research questions and searching for answers to them by using scholarly articles with experimental data. It enables one to answer their research questions as precisely as possible, based on the facts, and such answers can be used for making medical decisions. In this...

Oncology Nursing: Graduates’ Demographics and Career Challenges

Introduction A crucial part of the healthcare sector is nursing, and graduates from nursing programs can pick from a wide range of specialties. Oncology, where nurses interact with cancer patients, is one of the most difficult but rewarding fields of nursing (Wazqar, 2019). This article focuses on the statistics and...

Roy’s Adaptation Model in Nursing: Theory, Testing, and Evaluation

Introduction The nursing profession must adapt to the rapidly changing healthcare environment. A theoretical framework that can direct nursing practice is essential for such adaptation. I have picked Roy’s Adaptation Model (RAM) to complete the task of rebuilding a nursing theory. Callista Roy designed RAM, a well-known nursing theory highlighting...

Childhood Obesity Statistics, Causes, and Prevention Strategies: A PICO (Nursing) Question

Identification and Description of the Clinical Problem Obesity is when the child has a significantly higher body weight than is considered appropriate based on weight and height. A body mass index (BMI) “between the 85th and 94th percentile is in the “overweight” range, whereas BMI ≥ 95th percentile for age...

Impact of Genetics, Age, and Allergies on Streptococcal Pharyngitis in Adolescents

Introduction Genetics, age, gender, and other characteristics can impact one’s response to common infections and diseases. In the presented case study, a 16-year-old boy comes into the office with a sore throat. The combination of symptoms and the results of a rapid strep test reveal an infection developed due to...

Alzheimer’s Disease: The Case Study

The patient described in this paper is my family member, who has experienced Alzheimer’s for the last three years. It is a 69-year-old man suffering from memory, language, comprehension, and reasoning impairment, which makes him vulnerable during interactions with the outer world. The laboratory test results include an MRI scan...

The Pros and Cons of Implementing Self-Help Kiosks in Healthcare Organizations

The implementation of self-help kiosks as a cost-saving strategy is a growing trend in healthcare organizations, as these kiosks aim to improve efficiency, reduce costs and provide patients with the same level of care. While this approach offers advantages, it is crucial to consider potential drawbacks associated with reduced staffing...

Fall Prevention in Geriatric Patients

Introduction Fall prevention in geriatric patients remains one of the most pressing issues in nursing. Older people, especially those with dementia and other cognitive impairments, are at higher risk of falling and sustaining injuries. Physical exercise is frequently proposed as an effective fall risk reduction intervention (Toots et al., 2019)....

Assessing School-Aged Children

Pediatric patients have different medical needs depending on their age and developmental stage. Nurses must be aware of the specific care these needs demand to conduct accurate evaluations and create effective care plans. This study will look at the needs of a school-aged child between five and twelve years, their...

The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Movie Review

Introduction The film “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks” is based on one of the best-selling books of the same title authored by Rebecca Skloot. The movie essentially told the story of three people. The first was Henrietta Lacks, her daughter Deborah Lacks, and the journalist (Rebecca Skloot) who researched...

Maternal Mortality in the United States

Maternal mortality is a severe issue in the United States. The maternal mortality issue has had the biggest impact on minority populations, with black women roughly three times more likely to die after childbirth and five times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications (Nguyen, 2023). Healthcare organizations are responding...

Unveiling Truths in Nursing: A Journey from Perception to Critical Thinking

Why do the prisoners believe the shadows represent the truth? People often accept what they see as truth without questioning it. The prisoners in the cave were limited, and their legs and heads were shackled, so their only way of perceiving reality was to rely on what they saw (Plato,...

RUA (Radioisotope Use Authorization) Concept Map

Assessment General appearance: Mr. Jason appeared uncomfortable and was breathing shallowly and with difficulty Vitals: Blood pressure: 130/80 mmHg/HR 98 beats/minute/O2 88%/Temp 37.9 C/Resp: 20 Neuro: Alert and oriented x3/No signs of confusion or disorientation HEENT: Conjunctiva and sclera that are normal/There were no lesions or exudates found in the...

Aspects of the Nursing Informatics

Introduction Nursing informatics is useful in taking precautions early through the identification of patients with a high likelihood of serious conditions. Its automated alerts help in minimizing the possibility of medical errors thereby improving patient care among nursing practitioners (Role et al., 2021). Project management is needed for making the...

The Problem of Aging in America

Introduction As the baby boomer population ages and the growing shortage of health workers, access to long-term care and palliative care aid promises to remain a significant problem in the 21st century. Today there is increasing dissatisfaction and concern about the long-term care system or even the lack of it...

Understanding the Three Levels of Prevention

Primary prevention refers to interventions that aim to prevent a disease or condition in individuals at risk but who have not yet developed the disease. Examples of primary prevention include vaccination, healthy lifestyle promotion, and environmental interventions (Kisling & Das, 2022). It plays a hugely significant role in public health,...

Research Methods: Mixed-Methods Research in Health

Using a combination of qualitative and quantitative information is often considered to be the preferred approach because it allows for a more comprehensive understanding of a subject under study. Quantitative information provides numerical data and can be used to identify patterns and trends, while qualitative information offers insights into the...

Hospital Readmission as Healthcare Challenge

Introduction Reducing the number of patients who are readmitted to the hospital after being discharged is a problem that affects healthcare systems all around the world. One in five Medicare recipients in the US gets readmitted within 30 days of discharge. Hospital readmission under thirty days has been an expensive...

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder in Children

Introduction Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder (DMDD) is a depressive condition affecting adolescents or children characterized by severe anger, irritability, and intense, frequent tantrums. Its symptoms surpass a child being moody as the children suffering from the condition experience extreme problems at school, home, and with peers, which warrants medical attention...

Time Management in the Healthcare Sector

The work of any healthcare facility critically depends on the competencies of staff and managers and continuous organizational improvement. Under these conditions, time management acquires the top priority as one of the methods to increase work effectiveness, avoid time waste in non-priority activities, and guarantee better outcomes. Thus, the quality...

Mental Health Issues in a College Student

Miss Okito Horo was referred to psychotherapy due to intermittent depressive and anxiety symptoms. Furthermore, she was found to be agoraphobic, preventing her from attending classes as well as from interacting with peers and other people. In fact, she had to convert to a remote mode of learning that made...

Dementia: Dangers and Complications

Introduction As the world’s population grows, the number of people in late adulthood inevitably increases. Moreover, their percentage of the whole of humanity is increasing as the quality of life and medicine improves. However, several life-complicating illnesses prevent seniors from enjoying their retirement years at their actual value. One such...

Evidence-Based Practice in Diabetes Nursing Care

Introduction It might be challenging at times to determine the credibility of resources, especially those from online sources. Nurses providing frontline care have an obligation to stay informed about changes in patient safety practices in their field. In order to provide the best possible evidence, evidence based practice relies on...

Understanding Settler Colonialism and Treaties Through Social-Legal Study

Introduction Legal laws and indigenous laws exist to guide interactions between different parties, and they can best be understood through social-legal studies. The role of legal and indigenous laws is evident through settler colonialism and treaties that helped to dictate relationships during the period. The socio-legal study is a field...

Rheumatoid Arthritis: An Autoimmune Disease

Introduction Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease caused by inflammation in the body. An autoimmune disease occurs when the body’s immunity mistakenly targets healthy cells in the body. Rheumatoid arthritis mostly attacks joints like wrists, hands, and knees. When a joint has RA, its linings are inflamed, causing damage, chronic...

The Registered Nurse (RN) Job Description

Introduction A Registered Nurse (RN) is a highly significant job that generally suits persons who appreciate assisting others. They are practically responsible for people’s lives, which makes nursing a highly specialized field that is intertwined with the complex medical industry. As a result, an RN must be prepared for multiple...

Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Processes

The practitioner’s knowledge of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes plays an important role in medication treatment prescribing and contributes to overall patient health outcomes. The patient’s individual characteristics can significantly influence the medication’s absorption and distribution capacities. Furthermore, inefficient drug excretion can present a threat to the patient’s health depending on...

Nurse Practitioner Program: Self-Assessment

Introduction Before completing the nurse practitioner program, nurse practitioner trainees should do a self-assessment. It will allow them to reflect on what they have learned throughout the program, assess their clinical competencies, and set the proper goals. They must understand their strengths, create a plan to build on them and...

Working With Geriatric Patients: Nursing Philosophy

The metaparadigm of nursing is characterized by nursing, person, health, and environment. My nursing philosophy is providing optimal holistic care to every patient, showing compassion, and being empathetic and culturally sensitive. It is important to me that I advocate for my patients, treat everyone with respect and dignity, and coordinate...

Infection Control in Nursing Practices

Introduction Nurse leaders carry significant responsibilities since their role is to mentor the nursing community in order to improve the general quality of treatment within a given healthcare environment. Although there is no specific definition of the exact duties of nurse leaders, the name is self-explanatory as it covers different...

Environmental Health Care: A Common Cause of Lead Exposure

Lead exposure is a type of poisoning that may be prevented and recognized. The sources of lead exposure vary, depending on the environment, the age of individuals, and other external factors like cosmetics or medicine (Obeng-Gyasi, 2019). However, the most common cause of lead exposure is lead-based paint. Until the...

Improving Hand Hygiene Compliance

Infections acquired in the hospital are currently one of the major causes of mortality and morbidity. Proper hand hygiene practices, in turn, are considered to be an effective way to prevent the transmission of infections during communication and interaction between patients and medical staff. Despite the fact that health professionals...

Initial Beliefs: Evidence-Based Management in Healthcare

Learning means acquiring new information that broadens people’s horizons and helps them to see details or peculiarities that were previously unnoticed. Turning back to my first paper, I should say that my initial beliefs remain unchanged, although I got extensive knowledge related to the subject. The organizational theory remains a...

Classification of Menopause as a Disability

Introduction Menopause is the time during which the female menstrual cycle stops due to lower progesterone and estrogen hormones. Even though there are no legal obligations requiring employers to comply with menopause regulations, females should not be discriminated against, and ladies should be treated workers equally based on the organizational...

Doctor-Patient Relationships in Medical Anthropology

Introduction The doctor-patient connection requires open communication and trust between the medical professional and the client. A cooperative connection between patients and healthcare professionals is one in which the individual deliberately requests the doctor’s help and the clinician willingly acknowledges the individual as a patient. Fundamentally, the doctor-patient relationship can...

Evidence-Based Practice and the Nursing Shortage

Introduction Evidence-based practice (EBP) is the cornerstone of nursing as it facilitates the delivery of care that has been proven to be efficient. As you have mentioned, EBP aims to correct misconceptions and develop new techniques. One example of an evidence-based practice that achieves this is elevating the head of...

The Nasogastric Tube Placement in Nursing

Explanation of the Concept The specific concept involves the insertion and maintenance of nasogastric tubes for patients with gastrointestinal diseases. A Nasogastric (NG) tube is a flexible, hollow tube passed from the nasopharynx into the stomach (Cooper & Gosnell, 2022). The tube removes toxic substances, fluids, and gas from the...

Tuberculosis Epidemic in South Carolina

Patterns and Distribution Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that occurs when Koch’s bacilli enter the human body. It is caused by microorganisms of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex group, which are transmitted by airborne droplets and mainly affect the lungs. The prevalence of the disease is associated with a simple transmission...

The Socio-Ecological Model of Access to Healthcare

The article by Reihani et al. (2021) helped support the socio-ecological model among recently settled refugees in a variety of ways. For instance, it facilitated the identification of barriers that impact access to public health. Reihani et al. (2021) demonstrate the socio-ecological model’s capacity to provide critical insight into systematic...

Wound Healing: Treatment Interventions

Understanding the physiology of wound healing and the functions of the available dressings are prerequisites for accurate wound assessment and efficient wound treatment. For optimum wound healing, it is crucial that a continuous process of assessment, clinical judgment, intervention, and recording take place. As a healthcare professional working in the...

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder: The Case Study

The given case illustrates the Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) of a 65-years-old Elaine. Elaine is a former professor who enjoyed a busy and active lifestyle. The woman is described as an energetic and outgoing individual, a “social butterfly” who values good friendship and good meals. Elaine was a frequent subway...

The Nursing Education Project Theoretical Framework

Introduction The purpose of the author’s DNP project is to increase the satisfaction of newly graduated nurses with the nurse preceptors who are training them through education and training. They believe that currently, potential preceptors are not adequately trained and not ready to support new hires, which may in part...

The Tuskegee Syphilis Research: Violation of Principles of the Ethics Code

Introduction The Tuskegee Syphilis research violated several principles of the ethics code, which primarily are: respect for a person, justice, and beneficence. The stated goal of the study was to study the effects of untreated syphilis in 600 African—American men from Macon County, Alabama – from the moment of infection...

Importance of Learning More About Autism

There is a well-known phrase that states: “Knowledge is power”. Being aware of the differences that people around one have can help them make the lives of those people easier. One example of those who are ‘different’ is individuals with autism spectrum disorder, or ASD. As per Centers for Disease...

The Medical Model of Mental Illness

A medical model is called a direction in psychology that provides an explanation for mental illness through physical causes. The medical model connects emotional and mental problems with biological ones (Huda, 2021). In modern medicine, there are two models of mental illness – biomedical and biopsychosocial. In combination with medical...

Diet Patterns: Healthy Nutrition

This summary examines my diet patterns concerning the recommended values as well as considers adjustments to achieve a healthier diet. An imbalanced diet was identified as the major cause of death and the third-leading factor of disability-adjusted life-year loss in the United States (Mokdad et al. 1444). It is critical...

The American Red Cross’ Policies and Functions

Introduction Non-profit public health organizations employ donations and private funding, which they mostly obtain from these sources, to advance fair access to healthcare. Non-profit organizations have existed and served local and international communities throughout history. As an illustration, these organizations have consistently promoted and carried out vaccination campaigns among the...

Laryngotracheitis Signs, Treatment, Consequences

Introduction Laryngotracheitis, otherwise known as croup, is a severe respiratory disease. The disease affects the larynx and trachea, resulting from a viral or bacterial infection (Ferri, 2021). The first symptom of laryngotracheitis is a violation of the voice function. Therapeutic measures for laryngotracheitis are reduced to antiviral or antibacterial therapy,...

Dengue Fever Prevention: Epidemiological Analysis

The severity of the Dengue fever has sparked multiple discussions and studies regarding its prevention. To combat this disease, locations like Indonesia, Taiwan and Ethiopia have conducted studies on the matter. For these important measures, the scientists from these areas have reviewed the information and approach towards the required prevention...

A Policy Brief on Healthy Aging and Ageism

Older individuals are urging a change in how society views and discusses ageing. Older people worldwide choose to concentrate on the opportunities presented by ageing rather than its restrictions. They are looking for strategies to enhance their physiological, mental, and social well-being to maintain their independence and activity as they...

Lean Management: Jidoka and Poke-Yoke Principles

The constant improvement of various facets of an organization’s functioning is a fundamental aspect of its work. At the same time, it is vital to ensure the absence of critical mistakes or their effective management when they emerge. Under these conditions, the concept of lean management acquires the top priority....

The Role of Differential Diagnosis in Healthcare

Introduction Differential diagnosis, or establishing a list of suspected diseases, is critical because it directs our search for these diseases in a patient during diagnosis. It is unlikely that a disease will be identified if it is not included in the differential diagnosis. A critical factor is to include unusual...

Medical Device Manufacturer Launching a New Metal Alloy Prosthesis

Introduction The medical sector is regarded as one of the most important departments across the globe. It deals with human wellness, making this docket a more sensitive field than other areas of work. Introducing new devices into the medical sector requires good research to avoid any risks associated with it....

Ethical Issues of Informed Consent in Intoxicated Patients

Since the participants in the current case study are heavily intoxicated, the process of obtaining informed consent becomes complicated. According to recent studies, the majority of people who filed questionnaires while intoxicated could not remember the event once they became sober (Martel et al., 2018). Therefore, an ethical problem arises...

Schizophrenia Disorder Diagnosis

Primary Diagnosis The main reason for Demetri’s visit entails experiences and behavior out of touch with reality. In this case, assessing the patient’s cognitive state and determining the vital effect on emotional and physical well-being is crucial. It is the duty of a practitioner to enhance optimal Medicare for a...

Ethics of Using Experimental Drugs

Experimental drugs are certain medicines not officially approved to treat specific illnesses. The use of unproven therapy might be unsafe, as the effect of such a cure is unpredictable. As a rule, doctors prescribe and document treatment that is counted in the official medical database. Indeed, incurable patients might use...

Healthy Aging and Its Crucial Benefits

Introduction Healthy aging is one of the most deliberated topics globally since older persons exist worldwide, and most people hope to live to old age. According to the WHO, healthy aging denotes developing and maintaining functional abilities that facilitate wellness in advanced ages. Thus, healthy aging involves the creation of...

Malaria: Causes and Prevention

Some infectious diseases reappear again after a period of decline in incidence. One of such reemerging acute febrile infectious diseases is malaria. Every 30 seconds, it becomes the reason for a child’s death (Fauci, 2005). The symptoms include high temperature, headache, and muscle pains. The causative agents are the reason...

The Cincinnati Children’s Hospital’s Environment

The modern-day healthcare industry and care delivery pathways are affected by various forces that present significant challenges. In general, one can define two major forces impacting global healthcare. Firstly, the technological force produces rapid transformation, creating a push for the widespread implementation of digital and information technologies in healthcare. In...

Health Informatics and Its Definition

Introduction Digitalization and the integration of information and communication technologies in all spheres of human life are omnipresent; health care benefits from such a technological shift as well. Health informatics is an intersection of computer and information technologies with health systems that are aimed at facilitating healthcare opportunities (Hurley, 2012)....

Ethics of Organ Conscription and Issues

Conscription of organs consists of removing all viable organs for tranplants from recently deceased. Spital & Erin (2002) argue that consent is neither required nor requested, with the exception of people with religious objections. Beliefs will be the primary grounds on which it can be argued that consent is necessary,...

Evidence-Based Nursing Case Study

Understanding the nature and composition of a group or an individual requires proper analysis that encompasses various approaches to extract the right information. A researcher should comprehend the features of the subject in order to design the appropriate method. For situations that require deep insight into the person or event’s...

Importance of Medication Safety

The safety of administrating medication is influenced by nurses who have the authority to perform the job. They are expected to enhance safe care and facilitate a safe culture within a healthcare environment. When administrating medication, they must understand the order and ensure that it has all the necessary information...

Autism Spectrum Disorder Analysis

Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a collection of neurological conditions in which a person’s speech, motor motions, and social interaction are disrupted. ASD is categorized as a cognitive disorder as its symptoms usually develop within the first two years of life. Autism is classified as a spectrum condition since...

Role of the DSM-5 Classification in Psychiatry

The DSM-5 classification is written and used in order to help psychiatric professionals within the industry more universally understand, diagnose and describe mental disorders. The classification contains many common and rare conditions, each of which are properly separated into types and categories. The book is extremely useful to any practicing...

Ethical Issues in Health and Wellness Coaching

Introduction Health and wellness is a field of science that has become a common healthcare practice functioning as a conduit for community or public health. Historically, researchers have tried extensively defining the terms health and wellness to establish a comprehensive understanding of the roles definitions and diverse types (Perlman et...

Anxiety: Diagnosis and Treatment

Introduction There is no formal definition for anxiety disorders in the DSM-IV-TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders). Anxiety is a normal stress response and a fundamental part of everyday life. The development of anxiety disorders is thought to be due to environmental and genetic factors. Anxiety disorders affect...

Patient Data Protection in Nursing Informatics

Through the advancement of science and technology, healthcare providers run functions efficiently – from treatment to information management. Ethical decisions are required during which the healthcare professionals need to be honest and trustworthy. Given that the world keeps on changing in terms of unique work ethics, new technologies, different healthcare...

Legal and Ethical Issues in Healthcare System

Introduction Ethical and moral problems often arise in health care: they have to do with staff behavior and patient responsibility. Moral dilemmas concern choices that both parties must make. They arise from the availability of objective medical data and inconsistency with already established ideas about ethics. The existence of multiple...

The Cultural Formulation Interview Diagnostic Tool

Cultural Formulation Interview Culture is the system of rules, knowledge, practices, and concepts of a particular society learned and taught to new generations. They are categorized into lifestyle, religion, family structure, and languages. Therefore, a multifactorial set of overlapping concepts govern our daily lives (Jarvis et al., 2020). The CFI...

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Case Study

Case Scenario Mr. M., a 54-year-old white insurance employee, sees a urologist and complains of pain when urinating. He comes to the appointment with his wife, who was the initiator of the visit to the medical specialist. According to the patient, in the last two months, he began to go...

Bionic EksoVest Occupational Exoskeletons

Occupational exoskeletons are mechanical constructs worn by humans to improve physical performance and reduce musculoskeletal diseases. Active exoskeletons employ actuators (machine components responsible for physical movement) to drive the system, whereas passive exoskeletons use human activity to power the system. Electric motors, levers, and pneumatic or hydraulic technologies are used...

Benefits of Physical Activity on Old People

Introduction Life expectancy has increased, and the main concern that follows this development is whether the extra years entail periods of health-related high quality of life for the old people. Physical movements and exercises are a great method for maintaining physical fitness and wellness. Physical exercise refers to any kind...

Chronic Illnesses Care Coordination Quality

Introduction A gap in quality-related care coordination for individuals with chronic illness has embellished a heightened concern in healthcare organizations and the contemporary world. I believe empathy is a gap in quality-related care coordination for individuals with chronic diseases. Numerous individuals cannot acquire genuine care to manage their chronic illnesses...

“Top Challenges Facing the Healthcare Industry Today”: Three Challenges

As a dynamically developing industry, the healthcare system experiences several prominent challenges associated with its constant growth. In the video, the speaker defined three primary challenges for the modern healthcare industry: the cost of care, the quality of care, and data security (KonicaMinoltaUS, 2019). Thus, I think that the challenges...

The Wellness Plan Development

It is hard to disagree with the need and use of the Wellness plan. As Nicola demonstrated, TWP in Detroit appeared from community needs to provide access to healthcare and improve medical care standards for people who cannot pay. It was shown in the discussion post that lack of this...

Life Expectancy and Technology

Life expectancy has increased significantly with the development and discovery of new devices and medicine in the last century. Health technology played a substantial role in this process, making healthcare more accessible to people and improving the quality of life. For example, diagnostic tools, such as wearable trackers, x-ray machines,...

Mental Health Problems in the UK and the US

Introduction With the ongoing war in Ukraine and the sanctions against Russia, prices of fuel, electricity, water, and the rest has been increased, contributing to mental health problems for many individuals and families. Data from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) indicate that Europe’s mental health care has...

Candidiasis: Pathophysiology and Treatment

Summary Candidiasis is a wide word that refers to infections of the skin, mucosa, and deep-seated organs caused by a fungus of the Candida type. These infections can occur at any age and are frequently associated with plainly recognizable risk factors for infection. Invasive Candidiasis includes Candida spp. bloodstream infections...

CBT and Depression

Major depressive disorder (MDD), known as depression, is commonly characterized by relatively long periods of low mood that could last from two weeks to several years. Individuals affected by MDD experience a loss of interest in things that previously brought them pleasure and other mental struggles, such as low self-esteem...

Aloe Vera: Inside and External Use

Introduction Aloe vera is a plant from the succulent family, which is well known for its healing properties. Aloe vera will be an excellent helpful supplement for many dishes. Although the plant itself will not significantly change its taste, it will be able to improve the texture and make the...

Causes and Treatment of Autism in Children

Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition connected to brain development that impacts how people perceive and communicate with others. It also eliminates problems in the child’s social interaction and socialization. Autism spectrum disorder poses numerous challenges for treatment, although more significant research studying brain illnesses is increasing as...

The Mental Health Problem in New York City

Introduction If present mental health statistics are any indication, New York City is on the verge of a major catastrophe. Most stakeholders have always managed to find a way to minimize the relevance of mental health as a serious problem, and the facts have not always been as scary as...

Researching of Disorders: DSM-5 Summaries

Disruptive, Impulse-Control and Conduct Disorders Overview Disruptive, impulse-control and conduct disorders are characterized by the inability of a person to control their emotions and behavior so that to conduct accordingly to societal norms. People with these disorders tend to neglect others’ rights and disturb the authorities. Disruptive, impulse-control, and conduct...

Approaches to Community Health

Reflecting on the course, several concepts and issues were particularly important and are anticipated in further practice and career. Studying and tackling them is essential in order to develop communal healthcare and the healthcare system in general. Health discrepancies, social health determinants, public health, the logic model, and the collaboration...

Telehealth and Its Impact on the Healthcare System

Introduction Telehealth is one of the most heavily discussed topics in healthcare. This term is used to describe a wide variety of services linked with digital communication between patients and healthcare professionals to facilitate long-range treatment. Nowadays, this type of service is utilized by approximately 60% of healthcare facilities in...

Why Does Infantile Amnesia Occur

Introduction Infantile amnesia is one of the phenomena that have been extensively studied for decades. Explanations have been sought with multiple empirical studies focusing either on human or nonhuman subjects. The term infantile amnesia has been defined as the condition where adults are unable to remember their early-life experiences. Much...

The Evolution of the Panspermia Hypothesis

Introduction Illustrating enormous biodiversity, life on the Earth has been a prominent area of natural science research for centuries. The panspermia hypothesis is among the controversial theoretical propositions touching upon the possible origins of life on the planet and the existence of extraterrestrial life. Panspermia supposes that life in the...

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Robotic Surgeries

Robotic or robot-assisted surgery is a new technology that allows surgeons to operate with better control, precision, and flexibility. Since its introduction, it has been used for a wide range of procedures by hospitals in Europe and the United States. However, complications can occur despite the reports of surgeries’ better...

Aspects of the Health Awareness

The healthcare setting of the 21st century can be characterized by the intensifying dialogue between clinical experts and the population. More specifically, the professional community increasingly recognizes the bilateral nature of medical relations. In this regard, people must be taught the key principles of personal and public health through effective...

What Viruses Can Cause the Common Cold

Common cold is a broad designation of upper respiratory infections, caused by more than 200 different viruses. In fact, it is one of the most widespread illnesses that exist in the world. It affects the social, economic, and political spheres of people’s lives, forcing them to miss their work and...

Type 2 Diabetes: Diabetes in Canada

Type 2 diabetes is a disease that presents a great danger to the life of a human being, and there is currently no cure for it. It has an array of symptoms and signs that help identify this ailment, and, in turn, ease its consequences through treatment. The specific causes...

Researching of ABC Skilled Nursing Facility

Introduction A nursing facility is rehabilitation and a provider of medical care services while employing skilled practitioners to attend to patients. Many facilities are in-patient based, depending on the patient’s needs. In a nursing facility, medical experts, licensed nurses, therapists, pathologists, and audiologists provide essential medical services. Patients admitted to...

Diet, Nutrition and Prevention of Hypertension

Introduction Many patients neglect the prevention of hypertension and do not lead a healthy lifestyle. Their diagnosis remains undetected, although a visit to a doctor could have improved their condition. Moreover, millions of patients diagnosed with hypertension do not receive adequate treatment. An unbalanced diet is a cause that can...

Case Management in Nursing: Benefits and Disadvantages

The responsibilities of medical workers are not limited only to providing the most effective and optimal care and treatment. According to Tomajan and Hatmaker (2019), advocacy and social activism are also aspects of the healthcare provider profession. Nurses and physicians can bring about the necessary changes in the healthcare institution...

Manifestations of Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism

Summary The thyroid can become hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism (Sindhu et al., 2016). Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) produces fewer hormones. Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) produces more hormones. The two distinct conditions of the thyroid have diverse manifestations. The thyroid gland produces two hormones (T3 and T4) that impact health and affect an entire...

Importance of Bone Health

The article under consideration is written by Jane E. Brody and entitled “One broken bone? You may be at risk for another.” Brody (2021) draws readers’ attention to their bone health, with the focus on middle-aged people and the elderly. The author states that people who have fractures in their...

“The Toxic Baby” Talk: Substances’ Effects on Body

TED ‘The Toxic Baby’ Many existing chemicals disrupt the functionality of the endocrine system of human beings. The human body is mainly exposed to atrazine through drinking water, which disrupts hormones in the human body. Also, it interferes with the exchange of toxic substances through the human placenta. The frogs’...

The Action Research in Healthcare

Action research is a methodology used to identify clinical practice problems and develop potential solutions to improve the quality of care. Hockley and Stacpoole (2014) define action research as “a critical, dynamic and collaborative process where the researcher engages in spirals of planning and action, observing and reflecting with those...

“First, Do No Harm”: Tread Carefully Where Oral History

In long-term crises like Covid-19, Jennifer Cramer (2020) asserts that changes in oral history fieldwork in inevitable. Therefore, before engaging in any activity that might result in more harm, Jennifer shows that following the law might be the one thing that prevents or minimizes the effects of an ongoing crisis....

Global Women’s Health and Rights

Introduction It is essential to ensure a woman’s general and medical rights. That is, Global Women’s Health and Rights, along with women’s right to education, freedom of movement, and fair wages, also have rights concerning their health. For example, women have the right to make decisions about their bodies and...

Hypertension: Diagnosis and Treatment

Introduction Hypertension is a serious condition because the patient may not feel the symptoms of this condition until it develops into a severe state. However, once the symptoms develop, they can affect other vital systems and organs. Hypertension is also referred to as high blood pressure, is a condition in...

Traditional Public-Health Prevention Model

Summary Nowadays, the treatment of many common diseases is believed to be influenced by prevention. It is generally much easier to allocate resources toward the implementation of various properly functioning mechanisms that ensure that people do not get the disease in the first place. Therefore, new approaches have been developed...

Mental Health Treatment Evolution Since the 1400s

Recent research has devoted much effort to exploring mental health treatment as it has been one of the thorniest issues throughout time. Still, the healing of mental problems and the attitude towards it has undergone fundamental changes from the 1400s until now. Even though it is hardly possible to remove...

Nursing Practice: The Main Components

Quality and Safety Within the field of nursing and nurse education, quality of care and patient safety are components that are essential to the practice. Within medical fields, quality can be assessed by relating it to standards of care that have been set prior. Essentially, the degree to which health...

The Impact of Burnout on the Quality of Medical Care

Introduction One of the central focuses of clinical care continues to be the unwavering desire of workers to provide the best possible care for the patient’s health and to create the most constructive environment for rapid, pain-free, and effective recovery. Patients use clinical organizations for this very purpose, but it...

Patient Identification: Risks and Safety Measures

Summary Reducing medical errors is one of the key concerns within the healthcare industry. The issue that has been reported at Vila Health is the placement of two patients with similar names and identical birthdays in two rooms in close proximity. B. Moore and B.R. Moore have been put in...

Healthcare Professional Burnout and Its Effects

Introduction Burnout is emotional fatigue and complication resulting in a loss of personal success at work and distress. Drained by work, the emotionally distressed healthcare professional can no longer confront the challenges of the job and may not engage successfully with others. The burned-out physician may demonstrate a cynical alienation...

Addiction and Its Impact on John and His Family System

Introduction Addiction is a complex phenomenon continuously explored and re-imagined by academics and experts in different fields, yet little is known about the connection between one’s family system and addictive behavior. Nowadays, psychologists pay closer attention to the implications an individual’s social circle might have on their likelihood of becoming...

Importance of Mental Health Policy

Mental health is a problem that affects a significant percentage of the global population. Various factors such as childhood abuse, poverty, stigma and discrimination, unemployment, and long-term stress contribute to mental health conditions. The government develops a mental health policy to address the issue by defining the vision, objectives, principles,...

Community Health Assessment Evaluation & SWOT Analysis

Wake County is one of the most highly rated living and working environments in the United States and North Carolina. Thankfully to great opportunities, Wake County keeps growing on big scales. The County has more than 1 million people, and it is the largest population in North Carolina (U.S. Census...

The Effect of Mental Health Programs on Students Academic Performance

Introduction Mental health is an essential aspect of every individual as it affects how they behave, control their emotions, and think. It influences productivity, academics, and interpersonal relationships among people. In this historical time, the Covid-19 pandemic has adversely affected the psychological health of many individuals globally, even the learners...

Language, Culture, and Healthcare

Introduction Notably, culture and language are essential elements for providing high-quality healthcare. The continuous globalization and migration movements have influenced the increase in patients with various cultural and ethnic minority backgrounds (Schouten et al., 2020). Krystallidou et al. (2021) emphasize that migration increased linguistic and cultural variety. Essentially, healthcare professionals...

Analysis of Limited Access to Healthcare

Introduction It is important to note that while the quality of healthcare service is critical, its accessibility is as relevant. Therefore, the emphasis of the paper will be put on addressing and assessing the problem of interest by analyzing its critical elements, considering and studying various solutions alongside their ethical...

Vertigo: Pathophysiology

Introduction Vertigo is not an independent disease but a symptom that can occur against a background of various pathologies. According to Ma and Zeng (2019), vertigo is defined as “a sensation of environment spinning, often caused by a lesion in the vestibular pathway (also termed as true vertigo)” The source...

An Overall Wellness Improvement Plan for Officers

Introduction A soldier’s job is demanding and stressful and is associated with higher mental and physical health risks than many other occupations. Multiple studies have demonstrated that when law enforcement officers’ health issues are neglected, their decision-making abilities, job performance, and general effectiveness are severely impaired. From this perspective, an...

The School Lunches: Main Challenges

Introduction Proper nutrition is an essential element of the correct development in children, and since they spend a considerable portion of their days at school, meals there must be well-balanced. In other words, school students must have access to quality food while in school to ensure that all of their...

King Abdullah Specialized Children’s Hospital: Electronic Medical Records

Introduction With the introduction of electronic medical records (EMRs) in the King Abdullah Specialized children’s hospital (KASCH), it is vital to explore the perspectives of patients and doctors towards the intervention. Almory et al. (2016) found that integrating EMRs in providing patient care reduces severe medical errors in pediatric patients...

Tuskegee Syphilis Study

Introduction Tuskegee Syphilis Study was a series of experiments conducted on unaware African Americans with the goal of uncovering medical evidence of racial disparities. Not only were the researchers driven by racial prejudice, but they also manipulated their test subjects with lies and deceitful information. The experiment gained wide resonance...

Importance of Post-implementation Metrics

Post-implementation evaluations (PIE) are critical in ensuring a project’s success. The PIE reports direct the senior managers on how to improve the outcomes of an implemented project further. Post-implementation reviews also provide an overview of a completed project’s success, challenges, outcomes, and lessons. This, in turn, provides a framework within...

Healthcare Institutions: Budgeting, Planning, and Implications

Introduction Budgets are used to help improve the financial stability of an institution, whether corporate or in healthcare. Preparing an effective budget can help identify areas for improvement, areas that are effective, and overall cost-efficacy within the institution. Within inpatient settings, nursing managers are responsible for monitoring budgets. In some...

Researching of Determinants of Health

Many elements interact to influence the health status of individuals. The conditions and surroundings in which people live dictate whether or not they are healthy. A person’s social setting, heredity, education, income level, and state of mind all significantly affect health. However, more generally recognized variables like the availability and...