Author Archive: l Mutheu
Drooping of Face
APA format SOAP note format 3 peer refences. In this Discussion, you will consider case studies that describe abnormal findings in patients seen in a clinical setting. By Day 1 of this week, your Instructor will have assigned you to one of the following specific case studies for this Discussion. Also, your Discussion post should […]
Ethical Case Studies
Ethical Case Studies Consider the ethical dilemma the health care professional faces in the selected case study. Pay particular attention to details that will help you analyze the situation using the three components of the Ethical Decision Making Model (moral awareness, moral judgment, and ethical behavior). Note: The case study may not supply all of […]
Interrelationship Between Theory
The Interrelationship Between Theory, Knowledge, and Research and Evidence-Based Practice Fawcett and Garity (2009) present an overview of the relationship between theory, knowledge, research, nursing research, and evidence-based practice (see attached file). As you prepare for this Discussion, reflect on your own specialty area and consider how the authors’ definitions of evidence-based practice and of […]
Lab Assignment: Sentinel Event
The Joint Commission The Joint Commission, or simply “TJC,” is an organization formed to accredit medical facilities. It is a private organization composed of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, risk managers, and other professionals. The main concern of TJC is patient safety. The Joint Commission Accreditation is voluntary. However, CMS states that, in order to receive reimbursement […]
Diabetes And Drug Treatments
Diabetes is an endocrine system disorder that affects millions of children and adults (ADA, 2011). If left untreated, diabetic patients are at risk for several alterations including heart disease, stroke, kidney failure, neuropathy, and blindness. There are various methods for treating diabetes, many of which include some form of drug therapy. The type of diabetes […]
Using a Health Policy Model
This assignment focuses on the methods to develop a change in policy to improve the public’s health by using a health policy model. Tasks: Suppose you want to initiate a policy of taxing sugared sodas/pop/beverages in your community. Use the Longest’s policy cycle model to ponder the following questions: What arguments would you use to […]
Assignment 2: Practicum – Week 8 Journal Entry
Part 1 Select a client whom you observed or counseled this week (other than the client used for this week’s Discussion). Then, address the following in your Practicum Journal: Describe the client and identify any pertinent history or medical information, including prescribed medications. Using the DSM-5, explain and justify your diagnosis for this client. Explain […]
Identifying a Researchable Problem
One of the most challenging aspects of EBP is to actually identify the answerable question. —Karen Sue Davies Formulating a question that targets the goal of your research is a challenging but essential task. The question plays a crucial role in all other aspects of the research, including the determination of the research […]
Resume/Cover Letter/Portfolio
Resume (25 points) · Typed/On time/Standard Format/No more than two pages ( 2) · Correct grammar, spelling, punctuation (3) ___ · Objective/Goal indicates an entry level GN position is being sought, Accurate information, degree stated correctly, realistic, appropriate for entry level position, reflective of NPA knowledge/application (10) ___ · Used action verbs/No vague or grandiose statements (4) ___ · […]
Case Study: Cardiorespiratory
Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mrs. J., presented below. Based on this information, formulate a conclusion based on your evaluation, and complete the Critical Thinking Essay assignment, as instructed below. Health History and Medical Information Health History Mrs. J. is a 63-year-old married woman who has a history of hypertension, chronic heart […]
