Entries by Daphne Hanson

Low potassium level patient

A physician hands you a critical lab value result for a female patient with a low potassium level (an electrolyte important in heart function). He asks you to contact the patient right away and gives you a list of instructions to give to the patient. It is Friday evening and the office does not open […]

Importance of healthcare determinants

Health is influenced by many factors, the social determinants of health encompasses economic and social conditions that influence the health of people and communities. Social determinants of health such as poverty, unequal access to health care, lack of education, stigma, and racism are underlying, contributing factors of health inequities. Why is addressing the social determinants […]

Imminent delivery condition

Describe that pathophysiology behind one of the key pharmacological options used post-delivery in the management of this imminent delivery condition? What is your concern at this point, and outline and discuss the likely potential cause of this substantial blood loss?

Obstetric emergency

You are a paramedic in your first-year post-qualification, working with a graduate who has only been on road for 2 months. You are dispatched to a 28-year-old female, with imminent delivery. The information you have is: G3: P1, 41 weeks gestation Membranes ruptured 2 hours ago at home Onset of regular painful contractions 30 minutes […]

Lobectomy for lung cancer

Discuss the normal functions of the lungs that help filter the air coming into the lungs and push any dust or particulate matter out of the lungs. If the physician recommends that a patient have a lobectomy for lung cancer, how many lobes could be excised from each lung, while still leaving at least one […]

Health care barriers

Explain how race, socioeconomic status, or gender determines the quality of health care in the United States. As a health care provider, describe how you will conquer the treatment and health care barriers that may exist with patients. In replies to peers, discuss additional strategies for overcoming health care barriers.

Substance dependence

Jax is a 66-year-old Caucasian female whose wife has encouraged her to seek treatment. She has never been in therapy before, and has no history of depression or anxiety. However, her alcohol use has recently been getting in the way of her marriage, and interfering with her newly-retired life. She describes drinking increasing amounts over […]

Volunteering in a health center

You have an opportunity to volunteer at your community health center. You know it is a good cause but wonder if you can find the time with all your other commitments at school and home. Do you believe that being a volunteer can contribute to your physical and social well-being? Would volunteering in your chosen field […]