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Kathryn R. is a 57-year old woman who has a history of mitral valve prolapse with regurgitation and high blood pressure. Mitral valve prolapse with regurgitation is a condition where the mitral valve doesn’t close properly, leading to regurgitation where the blood leaks backwards when the heart beats. The blood is then unable to reach the rest of the body, pushing the heart to pump harder in order for the blood to go to the body. Kathryn’s hypertension is a risk factor that has lead to her…

Patterns of Illness and Wellness Nadejda Kan NURS 301 School of Professional Studies CUNY FALL 2016 Abstract This paper addresses the patterns of illness and wellness of a 75-year-old woman presented to the Emergency Department at New York Medical Center with complaints of chest pain. Patterns of Health and illnesses are influenced by different factors such as age, gender, geographical location, social status, genetics, familial history, education and environment. Some of health…

in libido. Denies history of pregnancy or STD. Denies hematuria, dysuria or change in urinary frequency. See HPI for additional information. Musculoskeletal: Denies muscle pain, arm or leg weakness, joint swelling or arthritis. Neurologic: Denies syncope, seizures, disorientation, anxiety, inability to concentrate, or difficulty with balance. Endocrine: Denies current problems with heat or cold intolerance, sweating, polyuria, polydipsia, or polyphagia. Vascular: Denies current problems with leg…

disorder characterized by a cycle of bingeing and behaviors such as self-induced vomiting. The symptoms of bulimia nervosa include muscle weakness, skipping meals or taking in small portions, disappearing after eating, often to the bathroom, faint/syncope, hiding their body under baggy clothing and many more concerning behaviors. (Bulimia Nervosa) Psychotherapy, along with…

During the Christmas season, gingerbread has become a traditional holiday dessert that comes in many forms; however, gingerbread was not created in response to Christmas celebrations. Instead, gingerbread became popular due to its medicinal ingredients and its social connotations. Medieval gingerbread consisted of ginger, honey, and breadcrumbs, which created a high calorie dish that would become the holiday classic society knows today. Ginger originated in Southeast Asia where it was popular…

The patient was vomiting for many days and did not seek medical assistance. If the patient is vomiting for more than twenty-four hours, have symptoms of dry mouth, syncope, decreased urination and dark urine it is important to seek medical assistance and get treated. It is important to educate them about eating a good diet, staying healthy and keep themselves hydrated. Maintaining hydration (unless you have a medical…

Diabetes mellitus is a condition that affects body’s ability to use the energy found in food. Normally, when body breaks down sugars and carbohydrates, it converts into glucose. With the help of hormone insulin, glucose fuels the cells in human body. In diabetes, many reasons that the cell can’t take glucose. Later, accumulation of glucose in blood can occur. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form in adults. In Type 2 diabetes human body does not use insulin properly. Twenty six million of…

The B vitamins are an essential part of our functioning immune system. It is important for health reasons to get a healthy amount. Many people don’t know when they are deficient in a B vitamin. B12 specifically has a major affect on individuals who are deficient. Did you know that almost 40% of Americans are B12 deficient? Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin whose main function is to regulate normal functioning of the brain, nervous system, and formation of red blood cells…

twenty three years or younger, experienced 54% of all vasovagal reactions that occur when one’s blood is drawn. These reactions include dizziness, sweating, pallor, and anxiety. Also, because they make the donor feel uncomfortable, they may even cause syncope reactions, or loss of consciousness. Often, these reactions will result in a donor from refraining to donate again. Youth is a huge risk factor which is what makes allowing blood to be drawn from such young donors so…

History The important and most common cardiac symptoms include having: - Chest pain, discomfort or tightness - Dyspnoea - Palpitations - Dizziness - Syncope The related cardiovascular history including any strokes, peripheral arterial disease, transient ischaemic attacks or peripheral oedema. Chest Pain One of the most important symptoms of heart disease is chest pain as it can be difficult to evaluate. The mnemonic PQRST is used to assess chest pain: Provocative or Palliative: What makes the…