Health & Medical

You will need to write a paper on the pharmaceutical management of patient with Covid-19.  Include a brief pathophysiology of COVID-19 -19, is it a viral or bacterial infection? investigational drug such as Remdesivir (Veklury), Hydroxychloroquine, Chloroquine, Dexamethasone, and the latest Vaccine.   Please create a Concept map for each of the above drug.

DQ 1: ·      Select one question as your DQ 1 ·      Follow the discussion questions participation and submission guidelines. ·      Follow the 3 x 3 rule: minimum three paragraphs per DQ, with a minimum of three sentences each paragraph. ·      All answers or discussions comments submitted must be in APA format according to Publication Manual American Psychological Association (APA) (6th ed.) 2009 ISBN: 978-1-4338-0561-5 ·      Minimum of two references, not older than 2015. Chapter 1: A History of Health Care and Nursing 1.  Some nurses believe that Florence Nightingale holds nursing back and represents the negative and backward elements of nursing. This view cites as evidence that Nightingale supported the subordination of nurses to physicians, opposed registration of nurses, and did not see mental health nurses as part of the profession. After reading this chapter, what do you think? Is Nightingale relevant in the 21st century to the nursing profession? Why or why not? 2.  What do you think would be the response of such historical nursing leaders as ­Florence Nightingale, Lillian Wald, and Mary Breckinridge if they could see what the profession of nursing looks like today?

1.Describe the relationship between EMR an electronic medical record ,EMR and TPMS. 2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of electronic health records and manual records, create a table that outlines the advantages and disadvantages of both. Identify a Minimum of three advantages and disadvantages of each. 3. Assume that you are a medical assistant working in a private practice or clinic and the clinic has decided to consider moving to an electronic system , you are highly in favor of. going to an EHR system. Provide a rationale with supporting documentation for a recommendation to move to an EHR. Outline a Olán for how you would transition the practice from manual to electronic récords. include in your plan how an EHR will provide a foundation for more accurate and secure medical records of the clinics patient. Also include any processes and procedures that will need to be adjusted and any security protocols that will be required .

How did the disease get its name? What are the signs and symptoms of the disease? What is the ICD-10-CM code and code description for the medical condition? How is the disease treated? What medications, if any are prescribed?

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 250 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. You are required to use 1 scholarly resource in addition to your textbook. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. In your new job as a leader in a nursing department, you want to prepare yourself for any situation that may occur. You take time to review your relevant experiences and some of the laws that will affect your actions. Staffing levels vary from work environment to work environment and depend on the type of nursing—from intensive care to long-term care. Discuss the following: Describe a situation when you were short-staffed. How did you handle the situation? What was the outcome? Reflecting on the outcome, how would you have handled this situation differently? Some states mandate staffing levels; others do not. Discuss the following: What type of legislation exists in your state regarding nurse-to-patient staffing ratios? How does the legislation, or lack thereof, affect patient care?

Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mr. C., 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 Mr. C., a 32-year-old single male, is seeking information at the outpatient center regarding possible bariatric surgery for his obesity. He currently works at a catalog telephone center. He reports that he has always been heavy, even as a small child, gaining approximately 100 pounds in the last 2-3 years. Previous medical evaluations have not indicated any metabolic diseases, but he says he has sleep apnea and high blood pressure, which he tries to control by restricting dietary sodium. Mr. C. reports increasing shortness of breath with activity, swollen ankles, and pruritus over the last 6 months. Objective Data: Height: 68 inches; weight 134.5 kg BP: 172/98, HR 88, RR 26 3+ pitting edema bilateral feet and ankles Fasting blood glucose: 146 mg/dL Total cholesterol: 250 mg/dL Triglycerides: 312 mg/dL HDL: 30 mg/dL Serum creatinine 1.8 mg/dL BUN 32 mg/dl Critical Thinking Essay In 750-1,000 words, critically evaluate Mr. C.’s potential diagnosis and intervention(s). Include the following: Describe the clinical manifestations present in Mr. C. Describe the potential health risks for obesity that are of concern for Mr. C. Discuss whether bariatric surgery is an appropriate intervention. Assess each of Mr. C.’s functional health patterns using the information given. Discuss at least five actual or potential problems can you identify from the functional health patterns and provide the rationale for each. (Functional health patterns include health-perception, health-management, nutritional, metabolic, elimination, activity-exercise, sleep-rest, cognitive-perceptual, self-perception/self-concept, role-relationship, sexuality/reproductive, coping-stress tolerance.) Explain the staging of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and contributing factors to consider. Consider ESRD prevention and health promotion opportunities. Describe what type of patient education should be provided to Mr. C. for prevention of future events, health restoration, and avoidance of deterioration of renal status. Explain the type of resources available for ESRD patients for nonacute care and the type of multidisciplinary approach that would be beneficial for these patients. Consider aspects such as devices, transportation, living conditions, return-to-employment issues. You are required to cite to a minimum of two sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

Given our wealth and medical advances, why does the United States rank 29th in the world for life expectancy (as of December 2007)? What are the connections between healthy bodies and healthy bank accounts and race / ethnicity? Please feel free to view this video on Health in America for some insights

Sources cannot be more than five years old. Detached Retina Mr. Gray, a 65-year-old man, was in an automobile accident in which he suffered a concussion. Soon after he was released, he noticed what he described as a “gray spot” in his field of vision. At first he ignored it, thinking it would go away, but the spot seemed to darken and spread over his visual field. He didn’t report any pain with the problem. On calling his physician, he was advised to go to the nearest hospital immediately. A detached retina was diagnosed. After treatment, he regained most of his normal sight back. Five years later, he began having problems again. The central area of his visual field was becoming blurred, and he was losing his depth perception. An initial eye examination revealed neovascularization in both eyes. Relate the patient history and circumstances of the injury and the signs and symptoms related to the pathophysiology of this condition. Discuss the treatments available for the patient. Relate the symptoms and signs to those of macular degeneration. Discuss the treatment available and the prognosis for recovering his normal vision.

Case study: Patient HL comes into the clinic with the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The patient has a history of drug abuse and possible Hepatitis C. HL is currently taking the following prescription drugs: Synthroid 100 mcg daily, Nifedipine 30 mg daily Prednisone 10 mg daily   Rubric:  Explain your diagnosis for the patient, including your rationale for the diagnosis. The response accurately and clearly explains in detail the diagnosis for the patient, including an accurate and thorough rationale for the diagnosis that supports clinical judgment.   Describe an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient’s history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed. The response accurately and completely describes in detail an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient’s history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed.   Justify why you would recommend this drug therapy plan for this patient. Be specific and provide examples.  The response provides an accurate, clear, and detailed justification for the recommended drug therapy plan for this patient. The response includes specific, accurate, and detailed examples that fully support the justification provided.     Use 3 and above peer-reviewed articles (2015-2020) to complete the assignment. No plagiarism is tolerated.

Being able to articulate your personal worldview can help you formulate a personal philosophy of practice and enhance your influence on patients and the industry. In this assignment, you will have an opportunity to reflect on your current and future practice, and the ways worldview and nursing theory influence that practice. Draft a 1,000-1,250 word paper in which you:Describe your personal worldview, including the religious, spiritual, and cultural elements that you think most influence your personal philosophy of practice and attitude towards patient care.Choose a specific nursing theory that is most in line with your personal philosophy of practice and approach to patient care and discuss the similarities. Explain how the nursing theory reinforces your approach to care.Include in your explanation a specific example of a past or current practice and how your worldview and the nursing theory could assist you in resolving this issue.Finally, explain how your worldview and the nursing theory will assist you in further developing your future practice.You are required to cite five to 10 sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and nursing content.Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.