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10. Conclusion The following conclusions were drawn from the study. The study proved that Helfer Skin Tap Technique was effective than the Routine Technique in administering Intra Muscular Injection with mild pain or no pain It was concluded that the perception of pain intensity is less when intra muscular injection is administered using Helfer Skin Tap Technique. It works on the theoretical basis such as gate control theory. The technique can be adapted to the nursing education and to the…

Military Treatment Facility- Walter Reed Walter Reed Medical Center is a full service medical center that offers medical care to active duty service members, veterans, retirees, and family members. In 2011, Walter Reed Medical Center and the National Naval Medical Center became one unit called Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, WRNMMC. Since the increase in military missions and actions that have taken place the type of care provided has had to change and grow. WRNMMC has realized…

As we all know effective communication can play major role in providing safe patient care, higher patient satisfaction and treatment compliance, recovery and healing. Most of the time ineffective communication between health care providers and patients can cause distractions during care delivery and contributes to medical errors and insufficiency. According to Err Is Human and Crossing the Quality Chasm report good communication is necessary to ensure safe and reliable care (Chapman, 2009).…

I began to reflect on this situation shortly after the patient was transferred, attempting to process the many things that had happened that evening and why they had occurred. One of the first things I struggled to comprehend was how such a young person with his whole life ahead of him could become so corrupted to consume something such as this. I then began to reflect on something we learned in school termed the Social Determinants of Health. In one article, Adler, Glymour & Fielding (2016)…

Person-centred care is an approach that is focused on the needs, preferences and circumstances of the individual receiving the care (The Health Foundation, 2014). The concept can also be referred to as patient, family or user centred care. In its entirety person-centred and focuses on viewing one as an individual and forming an integral relationship between patient and health care professional to optimise the health care outcome (Health Innovation Network,). Later in the 20th century is when…

My clinical experience as the team leader for this week’s clinical rotation was awesome. As the leader for the group I prepared myself to provide my peers with the necessary tools to be successful in their patient care. A few clinical practice and prevention utilized were such as: proper hand hygiene, and standard precautions like wearing gloves when in contact with patients. I was able to communicate clearly with my peers and with patients. Assisted Ms. Ingrid and peers when medication pass…

I am an autonomous, highly motivated and reflective Bachelor of Science (Therapeutic Radiography) graduate. Training and various work experiences have enabled me attain fundamental skills needed to succeed and develop in the role as a band 5 radiographer. Having undertaken my clinical training in The Royal Marsden Hospital, I am confident about my ability to work under pressure while meeting the needs of a diverse range of patients in a busy department. Whilst working as a junior member of the…

[Title Here, up to 12 Words, on One to Two Lines] Anna Popp University of San Diego Nursing Philosophical Statement Nursing A nurse is someone who cares for others so that they can be restored to physical, emotional, and/or mental wholeness. It is an art form of humanitarian caring which is based upon medical science. It is assumed that nursing aims to deliver adjustment services to clients so that they may better function in the world and feel good about themselves in so…

The fear of general dentistry can prevent people from getting the dental care they need. For some, this fear can be so great they live with dental pain, decreased function, and self loathing rather than seek out the needed services. Here at Reveal Dental, it breaks our hearts knowing this, which is why we strive to provide our customers with cutting edge technologies, compassionate care, and these tips to help overcome the fear of dentistry. Open Communication If you suffer from a fear of…

There is a notable rise in the in uninsured and elderly individual. This means a rise in number of patients who need care and a large population being the elderly who have more needs due to comorbidities. Going forward, the care providers and the institutions have to adjust as the health care continues in its roll out process. There are areas to focus to include: a) Hospital readmission reduction program. In its implementation, patient discharge process should be harmonized and patient educated…