Entries by Daphne Hanson

The proper Use of parentheses?

Which of the following is incorrect about the proper use of parentheses? Parentheses are used to set off structurally independent elements. b. Parentheses are used to enclose text within other parentheses. c. Parentheses are used introduce an abbreviation in the text. d. Parentheses are used to set off in-text citations  

Hypertension treated with a Thiazide diuretic

Past medical history. Hypertension treated with a thiazide diuretic and calcium-channel blocker. Stable angina pectoris: treated with nitroglycerine sublingual as needed, recent electrocardiogram and stress test results unremarkable Annual influenza vaccine received and COVID-19 vaccines received within the past year No known allergies or intolerances No recent hospitalization or antibiotic use.   A 64-year-old man […]

Scholarly article or an industry newsletter

Find a current newspaper or scholarly article or an industry newsletter where a health care organization or a provider was found guilty of malpractice, criminal negligence, false credentials, failure to treat, or patient abandonment. Which critical health care error does the article address? Draw from your readings and experience to date. Assess what factors lead […]

Plan of care

Suzanne, a 25-year-old G1 P1 patient arrives with her husband for her office visit. What is your plan of care for this patient?. She states that she delivered her daughter 3 months ago and since then she, the patient, cries all day, cannot sleep, and has no energy. Her husband has taken over most of […]

Gynecological Disease process in your Practicum experience

Consider a case study related to a patient that demonstrates a gynecological disease process in your practicum experience or professional practice that would be your biggest challenge as a clinician. Note: Possibly use your “FNP or AGPCNP Skills and Procedures Self-Assessment” in your practicum experience to guide your case study selection. Use Focused SOAP note […]

The resilience of Aboriginal People

Watch Bullyman, with music and lyrics inspired by the resilience of Aboriginal People during the time of the Missions and the Stolen Generations. Reference:  Jacob Ridgeway. (2020, May 27). Jacob Ridgeway Bullyman (Lyrics video). . YouTube.  (Long- URL- https://youtu.be/pyFuwyB5c0M). After listening to the song, write  thoughts and feelings down in a reflective journal entry. Some suggested […]

General leading question

Group Two Discussion Prompt: You ask Phil a general leading question such as how he and Lois are getting along lately. Phil responds: "Well, we don’t argue, but it’s hard having no one to discuss things with, like we used to. Not only that, but I must help her get cleaned up and dressed lately. […]

A Gynecological disease process

Develop a case study that demonstrates a gynecological disease process from your practicum experience or your professional practice that would be quite challenging for you as a clinician. Then explore this case study to determine the diagnosis, diagnostic tests, and treatment options for the patient.

The Reimbursement mechanisms

Describe the reimbursement mechanisms (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurers, and HMOs) for APRNs and compare and contrast with those for physicians. Are there any differences in the fee schedules? Please describe. Can APRNs own their own practices in your state? Why or why not?

Blood Disease

Assignment: Post a short summary about the assigned video posted below Discuss a Blood Disease of your choice incorporating what you have learned from the Video in your own thinking. Discuss what you have learned from the Hematopoiesis map Video “Hematopoiesis Map” : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-bN7qB_kck