Entries by Daphne Hanson

Several Case presentations of edema

The following activity includes several case presentations of edema. Make a diagnosis for each case, remembering the following questions: Is the edema acute/sudden or chronic (e.g., duration, progression)? Is it unilateral or bilateral? Is the edema generalized or localized? Is it pitting or nonpitting? Is it dependent? In addition to edema, what other characteristics are […]

Signs and symptoms of Fournier’s gangrene in female

What is: Pathophysiology and signs and symptoms of Fournier’s gangrene in female? Identify three priority complications or problems that could occur with a patient with Fournier’s gangrene in female and What nursing assessments/ interventions may prevent the above complications? – Identify one priority teaching for the patient with Fournier’s gangrene in female

Randomized control Trial on sickle cell anemia

A randomized control trial on sickle cell anemia. Summarize the purpose of the study, design of the study, methods used to collect and analyze data, and the results. what were the study’s hypotheses or research questions? What were the independent and dependent variables? Describe how bias can influence the results of a study. Post a […]

Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding

Mr. L is a 50-year-old man admitted for gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. After a couple of days his hematocrit is still low and his physician tells him that he is not ready to be discharged today. Mr. L becomes angry and tells the team he wants to leave against medical advice (AMA). His nurse, Susan, and […]

An entry-level Master’s in nursing program

Natalie Kazakova is a recent graduate from an entry-level master’s in nursing program. Natalie’s first degree was in engineering and was obtained in her native country of Russia. After immigrating to the United States, she decided she preferred to work in health care because of her desire to work with and care for people. Now, […]