Read chapter 21 and 23 of the class textbook and review the attached PowerPoint presentations.  Once done, answer the following questions. Mention and discuss the differentiation between the medical model and social construct definitions of disability. Identify and discuss selected health care and social issues that influence the ability of people with disabilities to live and thrive in the community. Mention and discuss the characteristics of rural […]

PowerPoint Presentation · Community Assessment · Discuss community and public health challenges to improving health outcomes. · Illustrate an interdisciplinary approach to improve health outcomes of the community. ·  Examine information technology systems used to identify, communicate, and address health concerns of the community. · Examine evidence-based practices associated with improving outcomes in community and public health. · Illustrate the impact that barriers to healthcare access and challenges to improve health […]

  Find a dietary assessment tool that can be used either generally or for a specific alteration in health. When you have found your assessment tool, answer the following questions: What is the purpose of this tool? Do you believe that the purpose is fulfilled based on the questions being asked? Why? In what ways does the tool account for the individual perceptions and needs […]

Case Study: Mr. M.               It is necessary for an RN-BSN-prepared nurse to demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease, the clinical manifestations and treatment protocols, and how they affect clients across the life span. Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mr. M., presented below. Based on this information, formulate a conclusion based on your evaluation, and complete the Critical […]

  MR, a 23-year-old Native American male comes in to see you because he has been having anxiety and wants something to help him. He has been smoking “pot” and says he drinks to help himself too. He tells you he is afraid that he will not get into heaven if he continues in this lifestyle. He is not taking any prescriptions medications and denies  drug use. […]

Managing Healthcare Professionals Case Study: Dr. O’Connor was known for his hot temper and drinking. Although he claimed never to come to work under the influence, nurses, physicians, and other coworkers had their doubts, and several expressed their alarm to their supervisors. The emergency room needed coverage, and it was hard to find physicians who would work the graveyard shift, so little was done to […]

Professional Development Exercises : Read the case study presented at the end of Chapter 11 (Guido, p. 222) Did the facility have sufficient evidence to suspend the nurse? How should the testimony of the other nurses in the unit affect the outcome of this case? What additional questions should the institution address before the court rules in this case? How would you have ruled in this […]

   Choose one skin condition graphic Shingles # 5  (identify by number in your Chief Complaint) to document your assignment in the SOAP (Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan) note format rather than the traditional narrative style. Refer to the Comprehensive SOAP Template (see below template). Remember that not all comprehensive SOAP data are included in every patient case. Use clinical terminologies to explain the physical […]

  Transcultural Perspectives in Mental Health Nursing Review the attached PowerPoint presentation.  Once done and the following question ; 1.  Present your opinion, the status of mentally ill homeless patients.           a.  Include the health risks and the societal perceptions of mentally ill people.            b. What are health issues most likely to be seen in the homeless […]

In this writing assignment, you will write a one- to two-page paper in which you describe how informatics is used in public health. In addition, you will explain how informatics relates to evidence-based practice. Step 1 Identify a recent public health concern related to health promotion or disease prevention. Determine how informatics can be used to identify this concern, provide evidence-based care, and evaluate this […]