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Identification and Characteristics of the Pathogen Candida albicans is a pathogen found in the parts of the human body, such as the gut, genitals, and mouth. It represents a type of yeast and can cause several infections, ranging from “mucous membranes to systemic infections” (Pereira et al., 2020, p. 11)....
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor Benefits for Stage A Heart Failure Patients Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE-I) inhibitors may benefit patients in the early stages of heart failure. These medications can help lower blood pressure, reduce swelling, and improve heart function. They may also be helpful for patients who have had a myocardial infarction...
Licensing Agency in New Jersey In my state, New Jersey, the licensing agency responsible for healthcare services is the State Board of Medical Examiners. The State Board of Medical Examiners’ primary goal and role is to safeguard the general population’s well-being, security, and health (NJ Division of Consumer Affairs, n.d.a)....
The 2020 Saharan Dust Cloud in the United States The arrival of a Saharan dust cloud in the United States in June 2020 raised significant health concerns due to its potential impact on air quality. Saharan dust clouds consist of fine particles, minerals, and microorganisms that can be harmful when...
Introduction Burnout is a psychological syndrome involving several symptoms, such as exhaustion, depersonalization, and low levels of personal accomplishment. While burnout is mainly a result of workplace stress, it is also prevalent in the general population. Emotional exhaustion is characterized by feeling drained, fatigued, and emotionally unavailable. Depersonalization leads to...
Problem Statement An HIV-infected woman, laden with concern, yearns to navigate the treacherous waters of pregnancy while safeguarding her precious unborn fetus from the clutches of the chronic virus. With great diligence, she must undertake prudent measures to mitigate the perils that lurk within the transmission realm. Steps for HIV-Infected...
Introduction to the Condition Diabetes mellites is a chronic illness that affects the body’s insulin level. It is a global issue of healthcare practice since more and more people are affected by this illness. According to the National Diabetes Services Scheme (2023), 1,502,615 people registered to have diabetes of different...
Introduction Even though it has become increasingly important to one’s well-being in the modern world, mental health is still a problem not well-addressed in many civilizations. Access to mental health care is a problem for many people, particularly those residing in remote places or with limited financial resources. This essay...
Introduction Over the years, many severe medical conditions, such as non-communicable and infectious, mental health, cancer, and many others, have been termed global health issues (Kelland, 2020). Among these, mental health has been reported as a challenge that needs urgent concern (Kelland, 2020). Mental health refers to a person’s mental...
Introduction It is hard to disagree that the area of healthcare is one of the most significant in the U.S., meaning that medical workers have to be skilled, educated, knowledgeable, and qualified to provide high-quality services. Unfortunately, a number of severe issues do not allow providers to improve patient outcomes....
Introduction As with any other branch of science, health care and medicine fields incorporate a rich knowledge base. Numerous students, professionals, and academics use this information to expand their knowledge, deliver care more effectively, and raise the population’s quality of life. The data records are steadily growing due to ongoing...
Artistic Statement This research is dedicated to a dimorphic fungus called Histoplasma capsulatum. It is found in endemic areas worldwide, notably in river valleys (Akram & Koirala, 2023). The Ohio and Mississippi River basins and the southern states are the common areas in the United States (Akram & Koirala, 2023)....
Introduction The healthcare system of the country requires specific approaches to treating patients according to not only their illness type but also their age. Children with severe diseases such as autism need particular approaches to the healthcare system. This paper will review the case of Sam and his family. Although...
Introduction For the condition to be profoundly explored, Parkinson’s disease was chosen. This illness is characterized by its wide presence in many countries worldwide. Significantly, the issue correlates with the aging population, which has more adverse effects. According to Bloem et al. (2021), “Parkinson’s disease represents a fast-growing neurodegenerative condition”...
Problem Background Within the framework of this research paper, such clinical problems as teamwork and collaborative practice will be investigated. This is because, at the moment, in healthcare organizations, there is an issue of complete or incomplete interaction between employees. This circumstance requires a study of the scientific literature to...
Introduction Nowadays, more people are affected by diseases that directly influence the heart, blood pressure, metabolic processes, and others. While genetics play a crucial role in acquiring such health issues, more controllable factors are present, such as physical, mental, environmental, and nutritional ones. Among dangerous conditions is cholesterol, the high...
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...
The primary goal of the study by Guo et al. (2023) was to evaluate the effectiveness of a mHealth (mHealth) intervention in promoting smoking cessation among people. The hypothesis was that the group that received the mHealth intervention would show higher rates of smoking cessation success than the control group...
Introduction Long-term exposure to different substances or environmental pollution can significantly impact health outcomes. It can have long-term consequences on people’s health, some of which may be extremely harmful in the long term. While the intensity of these conditions might differ, chronic exposure leads to various detrimental health outcomes. The...
Introduction A healthy population is the strength and opportunity of any nation. Many factors can affect families’ health, making it better or worse. Taking these factors into account allows the government to choose a strategy to improve the quality of life for families, and there are plans in Brazil to...
Introduction In the symphony of life, sound plays a captivating role, allowing people to connect profoundly with the world. The magic of sound unfolds through a series of remarkable processes where the brain interprets it. However, the enchanting symphony of sound can be disrupted by the relentless passage of time,...
Introduction Health informatics combines healthcare and information technology to enhance patient care, boost productivity, and save costs. As the healthcare industry continues to evolve, it is essential to identify and address future challenges in health informatics (Wider, 2018). Various methodologies are used to discover and address these challenges, and predictions...
Introduction By state time series (RAW), this study will give data on COVID-19 and its claimed influence on patients and hospital capacity. The data in question are published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and are from the archived source Healthdata.gov. COVID-19 is a potentially fatal respiratory...
Introduction Professional destructions gradually accumulate changes in the established structure of activity and personality. Overcoming professional destruction is accompanied by mental tension, psychological discomfort, and crisis phenomena. Lack of timely psychological aid can affect not only the quality of care but negatively affect a medical worker. Identifying alarm signals in...
Introduction The autonomic nervous system is an essential regulator of the organism. It affects many body functions, such as temperature, breathing, muscle relaxation, etc. Disorders affecting the autonomic nervous system can have significant consequences for the organism. In this work, we will consider disorders that affect the autonomic nervous system,...
Case Background Patient HM has a history of atrial fibrillation and a transient ischemic attack (TIA), along with diagnoses of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and ischemic heart disease. The current prescribed medications are: Warfarin 5 mg daily MWF and 2.5 mg daily T, Th, Sat, Sun Aspirin 81 mg...
Practice Barriers for APNs in Florida Nurse Midwife: In Florida, nurse midwives should have an administrative relationship with a physician. Nationally, it can result in these professionals providing less timely and comprehensive care. Nurse Anesthetist: In Florida, nurse anesthetists should have a convention with a managing physician that frames the...
Introduction to Advanced Pathophysiology and Pharmacology The knowledge of advanced pathophysiology is concerned with the comprehensive evaluation of an individual’s health status, identifying the early stage of disease throughout a patient’s life. Pharmacology entails the study of how medications impact biological systems, determining how the body responds to prescribed drugs....
Historical Background of the Problem It is important to note that the problem of nurses being cut has been going on for a long time. Over the past ten years, the medical industry has faced a medical personnel shortage. Although the first cases of nurses’ redundancy appeared during World War...
Introduction The nurse’s primary role during the COVID-19 pandemic was to ensure that patients’ survival rates increased. Ventilators are essential equipment that helps to increase patient survival rates. However, when the pandemic was at its peak, more patients than ventilators were available. Main Body Nurses, therefore, had to choose the...
The Potential Issues of Office Conflict for the Healthcare Team Members Similar to any field, there are frequent conflicts in healthcare, which might decrease the performance of the employees and lead to risks of poor quality of patient care. It is noteworthy that office conflict can lead to many unfavorable...
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...
Introduction The case of 6-year-old Carlton, a child who suffered a severe cut on his foot while playing on a sandy beach, presents a chance to investigate the complex systems governing the body’s reaction to damage and the subsequent wound-healing procedure. The next day, Carlton’s injury, which his mother had...
The Influence of Free Samples on Healthcare Costs Free samples in the medical sector are a common strategy to increase customer loyalty to a particular brand. Representatives of pharmaceutical companies, for example, can use free samples for an advertising campaign for new drugs or medical services (Schwartz & Woloshin, 2019)....
Introduction Depression is one of the leading contemporary issues that teenagers face today. This disorder negatively impacts the mental state of teenagers and interferes with their daily routines. Horowitz and Graf (2019) explain that in the modern world, teenage depression is a significant concern, especially among those aged between 10-18...
Introduction Opioid use disorder is characterized by problematic patterns of opioid use, which leads to significant health impairment and distress. Such prescribed medications as morphine that are prescribed to relieve chronic pain in patients can be used nonmedically. Cicero and Ellis (2017) report that “25 million people initiated nonmedical use...
Introduction At one point in life, everyone often experiences psychological stress. Stress refers to how a person’s body and brain respond to a demand or need to be perceived as an obstacle or a challenge. In a study conducted in 2021, reports indicated that the stress level among American adults...
Introduction People’s health is a public concern in many countries globally, but some nations propose that the privatization of healthcare is an effective solution. Canada is somewhat in the middle of this discussion and has both public and private providers. In the current essay, I explain the causes and consequences...
Introduction Rhabdomyolysis is a condition that occurs when damaged muscle tissue releases its chemical contents into the bloodstream, resulting in damage to organs and other tissues around the body. It was first recorded in 1908 after an earthquake (Stahl et al., 2020). The condition typically happens when exposed to intense...
Introduction Today, people like to use decision tree flow charts for different reasons. In this paper, attention will be paid to developing an action plan and applying a decision tree example offered by Cravit (2023) to identify and accept choices easily. The main idea of the chosen decision tree (see...
The Main Mechanism of Transmission Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a severe and relatively common problem of our time. Although HIV was first discovered in 1983 and medicine has improved significantly since then, there is still no way to completely cure a person of HIV (A timeline of HIV and...
Introduction A medical professional must always be aware of the specifics of each age group and how to address them accordingly, as patients’ needs differ greatly based on age. Children between the ages of 6 and 12 are not an exception, possessing unique needs and characteristics. Hence, it is imperative...
Introduction Today, more and more people use the Internet to search for health and medical information. The Internet is filled with all kinds of information, either high or low quality. Medical practitioners also seek guidance from online sources, so it is important to assess the information provided. The quality and...
Introduction The issue of cultural competence in health care has only recently started gaining popularity. However, the lack of public awareness of the need for improvements in this area does not make the problem less important. Moreover, while cultural competency is acknowledged as an essential component of general practice, there...
Introduction Chronic diseases can cause great inconvenience to people in their daily lives. At the same time, such diseases require comprehensive measures to overcome their consequences and control symptoms. An active health promotion approach is essential to address the causes and prevent their occurrence effectively. The impact of chronic diseases...
Introduction The study by Verkleij et al. (2015) addresses a focused research question. The main task set by the researchers was to “assess the effectiveness of diclofenac compared with paracetamol throughout 2, 4, and 12 weeks in patients with knee osteoarthritis.” A PICO approach was used when developing the main...
Introduction Advanced practice nurses have many responsibilities when treating patients. Drug prescription is one of the duties nurses can perform in several states, and this process always poses a risk of medical errors (Martyn et al., 2019). The reviewed case concerns JJ, a 7-year-old boy who experiences asthma that available...
Case Identification The case study selected is pressure ulcers. The RN home health nurse is going to visit Mrs. Young. The patient requested assistance after returning to home rehabilitation after the stroke. The RN investigated all the materials related to the patient’s condition and interviewed the home health aide. The...
Responsibilities of the Nurse Educator in Supporting Struggling Students The nurse educator’s responsibility in assisting the student is vital to help them struggling in education. It is essential to state that the educator acts as a guideline for a student and should communicate with them closely. In the book Teaching...
A Search Strategy It is necessary to apply an original search strategy to identify data that could act as evidence that measures to improve access to health services work. It may involve following several steps, the first of which is identifying the problem. This stage is necessary to improve understanding...
Introduction The field of nursing has changed significantly throughout its history. This results from changes in treatment approaches, evidentiary practices, and new competencies. This paper will examine essential changes in the field of medicine, compare competencies between bachelor’s degree (BSN) and junior (ADN) education in nursing, and the differences in...
Introduction Forming a learning environment is an important task that must be carried out in an educational institution to better motivate students to learn more actively. Teachers are responsible for improving nursing by creating a more advanced and comfortable environment in which students can actively learn. At the same time,...
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has shaken the world, and its effects go beyond the damage to physical health, affecting the issue of mental balance. The pandemic affects all segments of the population from a cognitive point of view, with more vulnerable people in general being more susceptible to mental trauma...
Introduction Mr. Rodriguez, a 39-year-old male, recently migrated from the Dominican Republic to the US. The patient’s medical history reveals that he has been experiencing chronic abdominal pain that has progressively worsened over time. Given these symptoms, further diagnostic testing may be necessary to determine the underlying cause of the...
Introduction In healthcare, a nurse practitioner’s goal is to ensure the quality of provided care, so it is essential to consider performance measures. Out of six domains, the effectiveness of care is among the most vital and focuses on improving patient outcomes. A performance measure related to the domain of...
Introduction Natural resources are essential to humans because they provide them with vital needs. They include the access to clean water, which supports breathing, nutrition, development, expected growth and all physiological processes. With this component, the population’s quality of life is greatly improved. Providing clean water is one of the...
Introduction The counseling services People First San Diego provide promote mental health and boost social support, respectively. The Mental Health Continuum-Short Form (MHC-SF) and the Multidimensional Scale of Perceived Social Support (MSPSS), respectively, are evidence-based tools that may be used to assess these outcomes. A 14-item self-report questionnaire called the...
Anatomy and Regulation of the Circulatory System The circulatory system is one of the body’s most essential systems and performs its vital functions. When considering its anatomy, it must be emphasized that it consists of organs such as the heart, veins, and capillaries (Bozzone & Whittemore, 2021). These organs interact...
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...
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...
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...
Introduction Using high-tech and, no less important, convenient digital tools for tracking individual health indicators is a valuable option in both self-care and hospital stays. In this regard, mobile health technology, often called mHealth, is a significant step, and the corresponding instruments can be utilized in everyday life. Obtaining the...
Introduction Using information technology (IT) in the healthcare sector is critical nowadays. Implementing the newest and innovative approaches helps improve outcomes and increase patient satisfaction levels. Thus, health IT is associated with reduced risk of mistakes, better medication administration, and enhanced management of health records. At the same time, the...
Introduction Public health is a significant and complex phenomenon because various events can affect it. One of them occurred on February 3, when “a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed in eastern Ohio” (Hauser, 2023, para. 1). The incident was alarming because various hazardous elements, including vinyl chloride, Ethylhexyl acrylate, and...
Introduction of the Client Bobby is a White fourth-grader who is nine years old. He resides with his divorced mother, who manages operations at a nursing facility. Bobby’s father does not provide for Bobby’s children and has a significant alcohol use disorder. Bobby struggles at school by being rebellious and...
Introduction There is a growing concern regarding the availability and quality of healthcare services, particularly palliative care, in the United States. Significant growth in older people causes increased pressure on the healthcare system (Chand & Markova, 2019). For older adults with severe illnesses, palliative care is essential to healthcare. It...
Introduction Creating a leadership style that allows one to control task implementation, promote interdisciplinary work, and improve patient outcomes is instrumental. Therefore, as a future nurse leader, I strive to build a personal leadership style that will help me to prompt a positive change in the clinical environment. By using...
Introduction Medical specialists face many problems in nursing, and finding solutions for them requires a long and thorough analysis of scientific research. This is especially true for the provision of assistance to the elderly population who are at risk. One of the most severe health problems in this population group...
Introduction Jane Smith’s case demonstrates differences in the perception of health problems among her family members. Being active and healthy throughout her life, the woman who has always resisted challenges faces misunderstanding from her loved ones. To help her find optimal pain management mechanisms and help build relationships with her...
Case Background A 64-year-old left-hand-dominant male presents with gradual left-hand weakness, numbness, and tingling starting from his elbow. Over the last days, he has dropped items due to this weakness. He mentions a crushing injury to his left thumb 4 years ago and a prior fall where he struck his...
Introduction The government funds Medicare, a medical scheme, to enhance national health. Accessibility to affordable medical care is the primary objective of the coverage scheme. Patients are responsible for 20% of the costs of obtaining medical care because health coverage only pays for 80% of the treatments (Pullman Regional Hospital,...
Introduction Vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs) are viral or bacterial infections that are controlled through the use of vaccines. About tens of thousands of Americans contract VPDs, leading to high hospitalizations and mortality rates (Charania et al., 2019, p. 2661). Vaccines are the most effective protection against VPDs and have been instrumental...
The number of refugees residing in the United States fluctuates depending on the political instability of other nations and the urgency of the problems these individuals face. Their cultural and language background, if they are highly different from the American’s, may be challenging for the U.S. healthcare systems. This is...
Introduction The Bill HB 4 of 2021 in Texas was chosen for analysis. It addresses health inequalities in Texas and proposes using telecommunication methods. It defines how clinics may be reimbursed by managed care organizations (MCOs) for providing telemedicine services to patients eligible for Medicare and other public health programs....
Introduction Diverticulitis is a condition in which bulges or protrusions called diverticula appear on the walls of the intestine. This can lead to various problems, including inflammation and bleeding. One way to reduce the risk of developing diverticulitis is to increase dietary fiber intake, such as cellulose. However, some studies...
Arguments for Government Intervention vs. Market-Based Solutions Since its inception in 1965, Medicare has been the cornerstone of health insurance coverage for older people in the US. Whatever their wealth or health, everybody over 65 is eligible for coverage. Those insured by the program have found it very simple to...
Heart Failure Stage A Patients: Who Should Consider Adding an Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitor? Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors are a class of drugs often utilized in cardiovascular and renal disease cases. They can reduce systolic wall stress, preload, and afterload (Herman et al., 2023). It is often used as the first-choice therapy...
Distinguishing Advanced Nursing Practice and Advanced Practice Registered Nursing Advanced Nursing Practice and Advanced Practice Nursing describe the same nursing processes. However, the range of knowledge and contribution to healthcare differs for the two types of care. First, although both types of nursing are based on a deeper understanding of...
Introduction Psychiatric patients form one of the most delicate victims in a health facility. They suffer from mental health, which may lead to abnormal behaviors, including property destruction and harming themselves or the people around them. The enhancement of security guards in these facilities is a crucial role that the...
Introduction Clinical depression is one of the most troubling problems in the healthcare sector. This makes it necessary to conduct scientific research on this problem to find its causes, consequences, and ways to limit it in patients. Within the framework of this research proposal, the nature of clinical depression will...
Introduction In today’s society, smoking is a common habit among various population groups, including women, adolescents, and even children. According to statistics, there are about 1 billion people in the world who regularly use tobacco (Cohn et al. 439). Accordingly, nicotine addiction is a significant risk to human health. First,...
Abstract COVID-19 has had a disastrous effect on human life all across the planet through a high number of infections and deaths. The virus is transmitted through droplets in the air and direct contact with infected surfaces. As a result of the pandemic, global healthcare organizations and governments came out...
Case Background Yolanda Pinellas, a 21-year-old music conductor student, was admitted for chemotherapy, receiving mitomycin via an infusion pump. During the evening shift, the pump began to beep due to an IV dislodgment. The RN discontinued the infusion, notified the physician, and treated the infusion site. The patient, feeling groggy,...
A Brief Overview of the Disease Breast cancer can emerge because of the changes in cells found in breast tissue. Both males and females might suffer from the disease; however, women have a higher risk. Breast cancer is often linked to such factors as lifestyles, gender, age, history of disease,...
Introduction Drugs can negatively affect various organs and systems of the human body, including the reproductive system. The effect of different narcotic drugs on female reproductive function and the developing fetus is well known and actively discussed in the professional literature and the media. However, drugs can have a harmful...
Introduction The level of medical care in a hospital is constantly changing as technologies and innovations develop. Still, the human factor slows down the growth of medical services. Mike English’s (2022) article describes the current state of hospital facilities and how medical services are provided. The author also demonstrates several...
Introduction Southwest Brooklyn in New York City is home to the 400-bed inner-city community teaching hospital known as Lutheran Medical Center. The hospital started an initiative to significantly enhance its emergency department in response to its main goal. However, the lack of improvement in patient satisfaction clearly saddened the staff,...
Medication Options Mr. Navaro has a history of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease (CAD), which resulted in a cardiac stent placement six months ago. The choice of medications plays an important role in his course of treatment as it affects complications prediction. CAD is when coronary...
Scenario Humans have increasingly tightened their shields around infection prevention and control due to the numerous unidentified illnesses that have been on the rise in today’s globe. Infection control aims to prevent or slow the transmission of infections in medical facilities (Popovich et al., 2019). Chester Brown, a 48-year-old man,...
Introduction Healthcare specialists prioritize delivering high-quality care in pursuit of positive patient outcomes. In the modern world, requirements for the grade of medical assistance have increased, demanding proficiency for clinical outcomes and being people-centered (“Improvement science,” n.d.; Johnson & Sollecito, 2020). Therefore, it is necessary for those working in the...
Introduction Iron deficiency anemia (IDA) is a condition where the body has insufficient iron to produce hemoglobin, the protein that carries oxygen in the blood. It is a common type of anemia, affecting about 1.6 billion people worldwide, with the highest prevalence in children and women of childbearing age (Benoist...
Sittig, D. F., Wright, A., Coiera, E., Magrabi, F., Ratwani, R. M., Bates, D. W., & Singh, H. (2020). Current Challenges in Health Information Technology–Related Patient Safety. Health Informatics Journal, 26(1), 181–189. Web. This work reviews current information about the consequences of implementing information technology on patient safety and the...
Description of Condition Hypothyroidism is the condition of the thyroid gland that does not produce enough thyroid. Thus, the causes of this disorder affect the thyroid gland either directly or by impacting the pituitary gland, which is responsible for sending thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) to the thyroid and activating or...
Dangers of Being a Radiology Technician Summary The first point concerns the conflict between a radiologist and a patient whereby an individual will be in pain or nervous, causing complicated clinical procedures. Additionally, a radiologist will be at risk of getting airborne pathogens. The other issue is safety, where a...
Introduction As the United States population of older adults increases, there is a growing concern regarding the availability and quality of healthcare services, particularly related to palliative care. For older adults with severe illnesses, palliative care is an essential element of healthcare. It concentrates on alleviating symptoms and stress associated...
Comparison and Contrast of Health Trends in Three Counties The following paper reviews health trends and health inequalities within Texas. Texas’s Brazoria, Travis, and Harris counties are the three I have chosen to compare. These three counties, in particular, were picked because of their proximity and the fact that I...
Toxicity in the professional environment is a serious issue that affects the workers’ mental state and well-being, the efficiency of the working process, the relationships among coworkers, and everyone who is concerned with this particular environment. This problem is universal to all kinds of professional settings, and it can have...
Introduction Adderall is a drug that stimulates the central nervous system and improves concentration. First formulated in 1959 as a combination of amphetamines and dextroamphetamine, this medication is now sold under various brand names (Cregin et al., 2021). Since its stimulating impact on the central nervous system, it has been...
Topic The article titled “Rural Hospitals’ Profitability: Which Special Programs Matter?” was written by Michael D. Rosko, Claudia Guerrazzi-Young, and Mona Al-Amin and posted in the Journal of Healthcare Finance. It addresses the issues of reimbursement of rural hospitals and seeks to evaluate which Medicaid programs help with the profitability...
Chosen Quality Measures for the Dashboard Due to working with various people, healthcare organizations must continuously strive to advance their operations. Organizations must assess and analyze internal processes to determine what should be enhanced (Johnson & Sollecito, 2020). The Community General Hospital (CGH) is a reputable medical facility, yet the...
Introduction Veterans of the armed forces today are given medical treatment that is often of low quality. This is because most of them cannot pay for high-quality medical care. The price a person is prepared to pay for therapeutic services determines the level of care offered to this demographic. For...
Diabetic patient satisfaction and experience is a topic that can be covered within several spheres of interest. First, it is important to discuss challenges within data collection for patient experience. As patient satisfaction is issued to assess the quality of the healthcare system, it stands as an essential index for...
Research Title Analyzing scientific literature has many advantages, including understanding the main components that should be present in works of this kind. This summary will provide information from the article “Evaluation of Emergency Department (ED) Evidence-based Practices to Prevent the Occurrence of Ventilator-acquired Pneumonia” by McCoy et al. Research Topic...
Introduction The paper aims to discuss the problem of medication errors. In medical care, the risks of medication errors pose a significant threat to patient safety. According to Paparella (2018), incorrect prescription of the drug, the use of incorrect dosages, and the wrong medication method can pose a significant danger...
Scope of Health Care Efficiency There have been various arguments about the inefficiency of the healthcare system regarding organ donation. However, it is important to highlight that other types of medical treatments and healthcare services are also scarce. For example, programs that would minimize obesity, as it is the leading...
Introduction The implications of violence in psychiatric hospitals can be far-reaching, leading to physical and emotional trauma for both staff and patients. Mental health professionals and staff must ensure that the psychiatric facility is secure and that all individuals are safe from potential harm by other patients or staff members....
Case Background A 55-year-old high school teacher with a history of asthma developed a worsening cough and chest tightness. Despite using his inhaler, his symptoms escalated to chest pain, sweating, light-headedness, and difficulty breathing. While driving home, he lost consciousness and crashed into a curb. On arrival, paramedics found him...
Introduction Modern challenges facing the health sector, such as various viruses, require healthcare providers to be creative and innovative. Effective solutions to emerging problems are possible only through coordinated work and the application of new approaches, including modern technologies. The BayCare Health System, located in Florida, is one example of...
Introduction The United States has encountered numerous traumatic events since time. The region is among great nations that have strived to safeguard their citizens from natural disasters, diseases, and environmental conditions that pose health risks and trauma. However, it remains in the limelight for encountering devastating traumatic conditions affecting a...
Summary of Methods Section A secondary data analysis of a prospective cross-sectional survey of persons coming to the ED who were 19 years of age and older was done. Between August 31 and October 30, 2016, information was gathered from St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, British Columbia, an urban tertiary...
Introduction Childhood obesity is a major global health problem. It is linked to several metabolic illnesses and ailments, including type 2 diabetes mellitus, insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, and adolescent psychosocial issues that cause cardiovascular disease. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines obesity as increased adipose tissue that adversely affects...
Introduction For treatment accuracy, managing patients’ conditions requires understanding the pathophysiological processes behind their symptoms. In the case under consideration, the patient is a 55-year-old man who lost consciousness in the car. Symptoms The patient’s symptoms include cough and chest tightness, which turned into chest pain, light-headedness, increased sweating, difficulty...
Description of the Bill Consideration is being given to CS/HB 5, which would change some of the provisions for Florida arrears. The US House of Representatives puts forward this bill without direct sponsors. The bill’s introduction aims to reduce infant mortality and potentially dangerous abortions. To this end, the law...
Executive Summary Ramsey Healthcare’s facility is located in Australia and conducts operations globally. Increasing competition in the healthcare domain has made the company experience losses, and it requires to be changed by setting better strategies. It is important to note that the organization worked hard to embrace the United Nations’...
Introduction A mission statement helps define an organization’s overall purpose and vision (Hofstrand, 2016). It can be considered a guiding principle for making organizational decisions. Goals, on the other hand, are broad statements that describe the desired outcome of the program (Hofstrand, 2016). They provide a general direction for the...
Introduction Effective leadership is crucial in all professional pursuits, and nursing is no exception. High leadership is necessary to achieve the goal of providing the best quality of patient care (Heinen et al., 2019). As a relatively new role in healthcare, nursing leadership aims to help nurses improve their mastery...
Introduction World authorities have started a massive rollout of the vaccine to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. However, this has raised numerous ethical and legal issues, such as the mandate for the vaccine. This ethical and legal issue requires active participation from authorities, governments, and international organizations to establish rules and...
Introduction The obesity issue is becoming more serious every year as many people ignore it. The number of people having excess weight is increasing; in turn, obesity and related complications are traced both in adults and children. The widespread reason for obesity in children is articulated by the surplus intake...
Case Background Susan Johnston, a 60-year-old woman with a history of obesity, hypertension, and dyslipidemia, has a family history of heart disease. She reports three months of intermittent burning chest pain and shortness of breath during exertion, which improves with rest. Aside from her hypertension and elevated BMI, her physical...
Numerous stakeholders are interested in how the aging population health policy problem will affect the healthcare and social service systems. Each stakeholder group has a distinct viewpoint on the matter, a vested interest in it, and the ability to support or oppose associated policies. To create effective healthcare policies that...
Case Background A 6-month-old boy is seen for a routine visit. His mother inquires about transitioning to a front-facing car seat and his speech development. Born full term via uncomplicated vaginal delivery, he has shown normal growth and is up to date on vaccinations. He had a mild respiratory infection...
Introduction The patient has severe headaches, nausea, and sensitivity to light and sound. Migraine is mainly found in the fairer sex, and two-thirds of cases are manifestations of menstrual migraine. Regardless of age, both women and men can have migraine cluster headaches due to physical and emotional overload, due to...
Description of Quality Improvement Tools Used in Healthcare Quality improvement projects rely on tools that structure the process and help the nurse executive evaluate the changes. Various quality improvement instruments exist, each having its own purpose and sphere of implementation. In my professional and learning experience, I have been introduced...
Patient Assessment The patient, Nancy, comes into the office with a complaint of exacerbated asthma. The patient has had persistent asthma since childhood and has had previous occurrences of flareups. The onset of the worsened symptoms happened two weeks ago. The primary affected area is the respiratory system. The symptoms...
Introduction This paper is written to suggest that the state committee address the question of obesity on the discussion board to meet the goals set by Healthy People Project 2030. There is an urgent necessity to review the current policies implemented to promote healthy lifestyles and achieve specific goals, like...
Introduction Healthy diets are crucial for human well-being and avoidance of medical conditions that can exacerbate diseases. Allergic people and patients under special care need food consistent with their conditions. However, it can be difficult for a patient to choose the right food, especially without a medical practitioner such as...
Introduction Nursing theories provide an important foundation for decision-making in patient care. Thus, exploring relevant nursing theories can uncover valuable insights into care in patients with type 2 diabetes. Firstly, the theory of a patient-centered approach to nursing was introduced by Faye Abdellah in 1960 (Mudd et al., 2020). Main...
Case Background A 66-year-old Korean American woman with metastatic breast cancer is hospitalized for severe pain and weakness. Her 39-year-old daughter lives nearby but is not her healthcare agent. The patient has a 42-year-old son abroad, with whom she has minimal contact. Both she and her daughter speak English, though...
Introduction The activities of nurse practitioners are coordinated not only by ethical and professional guidelines but also by official requirements for the work of medical specialists. The specific rules governing how to obtain the necessary licenses and certificates vary locally, and different regulations may apply. These regulations, in turn, can...
Rationale for Theory Selection and Basic Premises Introduction to the Selected Theory Quality nursing care is crucial in the provision of excellent healthcare services. Several theories have been developed to help nurses provide their patients with quality care.In this instance, the Self-care Deficit Theory (SCDT) will be the main focus...
Introduction Age spots or hyperpigmentation are prevalent dermatological disorders that commonly arise in middle-aged people, particularly those constantly exposed to sunlight. While these spots pose no health dangers, they can be unsightly, causing many to seek professional assistance to lessen their exposure. Hydroquinone is one of the most often used...
Problem Background My perception of the state of palliative care services has been significantly impacted by my contact with a man named Andy on the streets of Spain who had fled his home in England after learning he had cancer. Even though we worked hard to get Andy into hospice,...
Description of the Bill Health advocacy targets promoting policies that improve the population’s health by supporting better health outcomes. State governments have a responsibility before their residents to promote and support the population’s well-being. To assist individuals from all groups and communities, it is necessary to introduce timely and equitable...
Introduction This literary review provides an opportunity to gain the most valuable evidence-based knowledge that will contribute to gaining awareness of the root of the problem of childhood obesity. In addition, scientific sources identify interventions that may be effective in limiting the problem and improving the quality of health of...
Introduction Patients in healthcare facilities experience pain, which is treated with opioid drugs. Mild to severe cases of pain are common, and they make the patients uncomfortable. Opioids are extracted from opium plants or can be manufactured in the industry. They function by blocking signals for pain where the opioid...
Introduction Errors in health care are now drawing considerable attention, although they are not a new occurrence. Nurses are taught techniques to reduce their likelihood of making errors, yet they do make mistakes. An advanced practice nurse (APN) has a significant obligation and responsibility. With the passage of the Affordable...
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...
Personal Leadership Philosophy: Selected Theory and Its Application in MSN Role Servant leadership is a theory of particular value to me and most closely corresponds to my personal philosophy and leadership stance. I believe that, especially in the profession of a nurse, it is essential to have an idea of...
Introduction of the Client For proper patient assistance and diagnosis, it is necessary to take into account all the internal and external factors that influenced the current state of the patient. Kathy, a divorced patient, is a forty-five-year-old woman of Caucasian descent. The patient is a well-educated person who has...
Introduction Hands are directly involved in the transmission of germs that cause sickness. They can spread germs through touch to the nose, ears, eyes, and mouth that enter the body and cause avoidable infections and conditions. Hands also play an important role in a clinical setting as they provide the...
Dementia: Definition and Prevalence Diseases associated with a person’s mental state should be of particular importance for the health care system since the mental state of the population affects public health. Dementia is a neurocognitive intellectual disability that can impair a person’s cognitive abilities (Livingston et al., 2002). Thus, it...
Polysubstance Use in the U.S. Opioid Crisis Problem Background Polydrug addiction, including the participation of opioids, can be a way to compensate not only for physical pain but also for negative internal conditions associated with mental disorders. In this regard, it is important to study the imposition of opioids on...
Why COVID-19 Is Classified as a Pandemic, Not an Epidemic COVID-19, or SARS-CoV-2, is a novel coronavirus that was first identified in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. Since then, the virus has spread to over 200 countries and territories, leading to the World Health Organization declaring it a pandemic in...
Introduction The name of the event is “The Next Wave of America’s Overdose Crisis,” and its sponsor is the Center for Health Journalism. Place of Event, Date of Event, Length of Event There is no place to be indicated since the event was a virtual one. The date was January...
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. It is a common infection that affects both men and women but is most commonly found in women. According to Muzny and Van Gerwen (2022), the incubation period is between 4 and 28 days, but for...
Both Chlamydia Trachomatis and Neisseria Gonorrhea are bacterially-based sexually transmitted diseases (STIs). The primary way that Chlamydia trachomatis is transmitted is through sexual interaction. It is one of the most prevalent STIs and can affect both men and women. Chlamydia can cause several symptoms. They include discomfort or burning when...
Microbes are essential for human health and vital to various bodily functions. One example illustrating the benefits of microbes is their role in the human gut. The gut microbiota consists of trillions of microorganisms that help in digestion, produce essential vitamins, and contribute to the development of the immune system...
Introduction Patient compliance refers to the measure in which a patient correctly follows the medical prescription, such as self-care, medical device usage, and therapy. In long-term care, such as nursing homes, patient compliance improves the quality of health, which means healthcare outcome is sustainable (Cook, 2020). Additionally, it reduces the...
Among the many roles nurses play in the healthcare system, there are policy-making and change advocacy for patients and practice. One of the nurses who perform a legislator’s role in the state of New York is Karines Reyes. She is an experienced nurse who started her career as an oncology...
Clara Plante represents a person who requires comprehensive nursing care based on various attributes. The crucial factors are Clara’s biography, cultural needs, and health status. An appropriate assessment of these factors and gerontological nursing standards will create a culturally responsive environment. In Clara’s case, it is essential to approach care...
