For my third community experience, I will be with Tara Belle, a RN Care Coordinator for Women’s Health at the Mayo Clinic Thunderbird Family Medicine from 1300-1600. Two specific goals I retain for tomorrow’s community experience include: Enhancing my communication skills and learning about the job description of an RN Care Coordinator. Related to communication skills, I want to focus my attention on both the verbal and nonverbal communication skills of the female population, connected to health…
one of the notions being insisted and believed by most researchers who have conducted surveys which reveal that most elders – from both nursing and residential homes as a whole – suffer from dementia and/or geriatric health conditions such as urinary incontinence, including bladder problems; dizziness; a tendency to fall; and vision as well hearing problems. Also, most geriatric-related studies show that common geriatric conditions trigger elders to performing their normal daily activities such…
(X). They treat nearly every disease like headaches to tremors to spinal cord damage to urinary incontinence. With a lot of scope and improvement in biotechnology, neuromodulation is poised as a major growth industry for the next decade. Neuromodulation has various applications, such as deep brain stimulation (DBS) treatment for Parkinson 's disease, sacral nerve stimulation for pelvic disorders and incontinence, and spinal cord stimulation for ischemic disorders (angina, peripheral vascular…
The first meeting with my assigned elder addressed the topic of “aging well” and included a SPICES assessment and Mini Nutrition Assessment (MNA). This reflection will highlight the questions asked and the responses from the elder. The name Donna is used to protect the elder’s confidential information throughout the reflection. Aging Well The meeting started off with asking Donna’s views of “aging well”. She responded that aging well meant that she is still able to do the things she enjoys like…
On 9/6/17 I met Mr. Reid at the office of Dr. Rampersaud. I have printed and provided Mr. Reid the information on how and where to get medications filled along with a form for him to fill out for reimbursement of prior out of pocket expenses. I also provided Dr. Rampersaud with a letter with requirements and instructions on filling medications. I met Mr. and Mrs. Reid at the appointment with Dr. Rampersaud. The wait was very long so we have a long opportunity to go over the prescription…
Client History A.O. is an 89 year old Catholic female of Japanese background. Past marital status is unknown, currently unmarried. Currently on medication for hypertension which initially caused bradycardia until the dosage was lowered. A.O. was immunized as a child, did protract chicken pox. Measles, and mumps. Client stated no known allergies (although later stated taking OTC Zicam), no surgeries, and only one hospitalization for a broken toe. Father’s side has history of stroke, and…
wrinkles and frown lines, but there are other revolutionary uses for this drug. Botox is being used for many disorders. Botox can be used for therapeutic procedures, such as excessive sweating, migraines, vocal restoration, stiff muscles and urinary incontinence. Excessive sweating or hyperhydrosis can be treated for under the arms, the palms of the hands, and the soles of the feet. Botox helps excessive sweating in areas by preventing the release of the chemical that tells the sweat glands…
In the U.S., childbirth is the main reason for hospitalization and accounts for more than $16 billion in hospital costs every year. Of the more than 4 million U.S. births a year, approximately 140,000 involve the use of assistive vaginal delivery techniques. Although tools to assist in delivery have been utilized for decades, birth injuries related to the use of these devices are still possible. For example, the vacuum-extraction tool is beneficial during a difficult delivery; however, its use…
Transition Preparation During this time, it is crucial to make sure that Mrs. Audrey’s required documents along with the investigation results are handed over to the theatre nurse. It is also essential to communicate regarding any incomplete task that has not been done according to the checklist. In addition, provide information about Mrs. Audrey being allergic to Bactrim to the theatre nurse. POSTOPERATIVE CARE At 2000hrs, when Mrs. Audrey returns from the theatre, assessment of observations,…
1) With the increase in aquatic depth, Po2 & Pn2 increase. Increasing Po2 in the atrial blood will provide the necessary oxygenation to other vital organs as well as the brain unless the diver depletes his/her oxygen supplies which results in a state of hypoxia (Caton-Richards. M, 2013). It is also said that Po2 along with increasing depth plays a role with inhibiting the urge respirate thus, allowing the diver to stay under water longer. Pn2 on the other hand activates the urge to respirate.…