Entries by Daphne Hanson

Population health promotion

Explain the role of the community health nurse in partnership with community stakeholders for population health promotion. Explain why it is important to appraise community resources (nonprofit, spiritual/religious, etc.) as part of a community assessment and why these resources are important in population health promotion.

Homelessness in the Canadian context

Which policy or intervention from Finland, Australia, and Wales would you adopt and implement to end homelessness in the Canadian context? Which policy or intervention from Finland, Australia, and Wales would you use to disrupt pathways to youth homelessness in Canada? Based on the answers provided in A and B, can you think of a […]

Parkinson’s disease symptoms

A patient with Parkinson’s disease has been experiencing worsening of their symptoms of tremor, rigidity and bradykinesia.  The healthcare provider prescribed a triple combination drug containing carbidopa 12.5 mg, levodopa 50 mg. and entacapone 200 mg.  (Stalevo) orally one tablet six times per day. 1. What are the benefits of a triple combination drug? 2. Discuss how each individual […]