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Morrison (2012) explains that nurses have specialised knowledge to gather comprehensive physical assessments and differential diagnoses. Evidence-based practice utilises the best available evidence and clinician expertise to formulise an evidence based decision (Bickley, 2013). This essay will analyse the diagnostic reasoning behind decisions made in the diagnosis of a client. A brief diagnosis and pathophysiology will be explained, followed by the client’s health history, physical examination…

Among the many supplements available for alternative and supplementary therapies, echinacea and flaxseed are two popular ones used today. Despite the disbelief of some in the use of alternative medicine, research shows that it does have effects on the body and it is important for healthcare workers to be aware of these effects to ensure the best care for their patients. The purpose of this paper is to discuss the therapeutic effects, indications, contraindications, side effects, cost, and…

Treatments/Managing for Colorectal cancer If you have colorectal tumor, your social insurance group will make a treatment arrange only for you. It will be founded on your necessities and may incorporate a blend of various medications. At the point when choosing which medicines to offer for colorectal malignancy, your social insurance group will consider: The area of the tumor or where the disease has returned (repeated) The stage of the cancer. Your general health. Your personal…

Pancreatic cancer. A horrible cancer with a grim prognosis. For those few diagnosed early enough, a Whipple procedure may be their only chance at survival. This potentially life-saving surgery is a lengthy, complex, and invasive procedure requiring great training and expertise. Be that as it may, it was this operation that I found myself scrubbed into on my first day in the OR. Although I had been considering a career in surgery before, this experience was the pivotal moment confirming it was…

no history of fever, no vaginal discharge. She had attained menarche 3months ago and has a regular cycle of 28 days with flow for 3-5 days. Patient noticed a swelling in the lower abdomen towards the right side. There was no associated urinary or bowel complaints. On clinical evaluation it was found that patient was moderately built and nourished and had normal vital signs. Patient was then referred for ultrasound. USG of the Liver, Pancreas, GB, Left kidney, and Spleen were normal. Right kidney…

Growing up, in a small rural Nebraska town, I never imagined the impact that the field of Public Health would have on my life. I took complete comfort in the ignorance is bliss mentality. I would partake in standard farm labors, sports, adventures and other activities. Through the participation of said activities, I’m certain that I was exposed to unimaginable amounts of microorganisms. Yet, I remained a fairly healthy child and I’m sure I developed a robust immune system. Seeking a change…

the defining attributes of the concept (Walker & Avant, 2011, p. 163-167). The following case scenario was reviewed in a concept analysis by Agom et al (2015). Case Scenario Mrs. Smith is a 40-year-old female with a diagnosis of inoperable bowel obstruction with ovarian cancer. She was offered to be in a clinical trial for a medication to treat the cancer…

fetal cephalic presentation, ruptured membranes, empty bladder, no pelvic contracture or obstruction to delivery of the fetus, adequate analgesia and an operator who is experienced in these deliveries.5 Traditional methods of monitoring foetal well-being in labour include observations of meconium stained liquor (MSL) and auscultation of the foetal heart. Fetal hypoxia can cause the fetus to evacuate the bowel allowing the meconium to pass into the liquor and also causes the development of deep…

Penny Simkin 's "The birth partner" is a detailed and easy to use reference guide through various stages, interventions, and scenarios during, before and after the birthing process. While specifying the roles the partner, caregiver and Doula will play along the side the mother in these different situation and through her beautiful journey of pregnancy. She also offers preparation lists for home and hospital births, comfort and various example layouts for things from fetal movements to birth…

To fulfill Carolyn’s homework assignment. JK feels healthy due to running 2 miles every other day and eating a low fat/high fiber diet three times a day. JK desires to maintain his BP around 120/80, keep his LDL below 129, remain committed to his low fat/high fiber diet and running 2 miles every other day. JK believes that God has a plan for his life but it’s still JK’s responsibility to take preventative measure in caring for his body. He stays up to date on all his vaccinations and…