Entries by Daphne Hanson

Key achievement of the sensorimotor stage of development

Piaget believed that object permanence is the key achievement of the sensorimotor stage of development. In Piaget’s view, this occurs by 2 years of age for most individuals. For an example of this phenomenon in action, see the following video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nwXd7WyWNHY&feature=related (you may need to paste the link into your browser window) Some developmental psychologists, […]

The leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the US is cardiovascular disease

The leading cause of morbidity and mortality in the US is cardiovascular disease. It is commonly a result of years of chronic inflammatory changes to the lining of the blood vessel (endothelium) caused by excessive calories (free radical oxygens from burning fats) and lack of exercise (insulin resistance) and/or smoking. Metabolic syndrome is a constellation […]

The ACSM Risk Stratification Screening

Based on the ACSM Risk Stratification Screening form and 1) identify (mark) risk factors each case has (either positive or negative point), 2) identify what risk stratification category in each case (i.e., low, moderate, and high), and 3) what is your pre-exercise testing recommendation for the client (doctor is needed or not needed during maximal/submaximal […]

The Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA)

A nurse is reinforcing teaching with a newly licensed nurse about the Patient Self-Determination Act (PSDA). Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of the teaching? “A witness is legally required to sign a client’s living will.” “Advance directives do not apply to clients receiving mental health care – […]

Medical history of diabetes mellitus on insulin

Pamela Knight is a 69-year-old female with a past medical history of diabetes mellitus on insulin, hypertension, COPD, reformed tobacco user, and hyperlipidemia, who presents to urgent care today for an evaluation of productive cough, weakness, fatigue, and decrease in appetite that has been present for the past 2 to 3 days. She states that […]

How globalization change people’s lives?

Mexican Government Advises Migrants. How can you see the results of this today? If you cannot see the results of this today, why? How did globalization change some people’s lives? How did the changes lead to a conflict? What was the proposed solution(s) to the conflict? How satisfactory was the solution to each party? Can […]

Unintentional disclosure of PHI

As you are walking toward the lunchroom, you pass a computer that has a patient’s health information displayed from the electronic health record (EHR). You are able to clearly see a list of the patient’s medications. What safety measures can the office take to prevent such unintentional disclosure of PHI?