Entries by Daphne Hanson

Spinal cord injury

A client is admitted to the emergency room with a spinal cord injury. The client is complaining of lightheadedness, flushed skin above the level of the injury, and headache. The client’s blood pressure is 160/90 mm Hg. Which of the following is a priority action for the nurse to take?   A. Loosen tight clothing […]

History of diabetes type II

History of Present Problem: John Gates is a 59-year-old male with a history of diabetes type II and hypertension who was at work when he had sudden onset of right-sided weakness, right facial droop, and difficulty speaking. He was transported to the emergency department (ED) where these symptoms continue to persist. It has been one […]

APA guidelines

Following APA guidelines,  discuss the pathophysiology of the disorder, the risk factors associated for the development of the disorder, side effects of the disorder on the mother, baby or both if applicable, treatment, and the outcomes to the mother/baby, both if treated and untreated. Your information will come from current evidence (within the last 5 year […]

Case management intervention.

Mr. Jansen has many problems that would likely benefit from case management intervention. 1.  Make a list of five nursing diagnoses for Mr. Jansen that you would use to prioritize your interventions. 2.  Then make a list of at least five goals that you would like to accomplish in planning Mr. Jansen’s care. Make sure […]

The procurement process for a healthcare system

The procurement process for a healthcare system Describe the procurement process for a health care system (including hardware and software) before creating the request for proposal (RFP). Describe a case where vendor demonstrations might be of vital importance in aiding your final purchase decision. How does the RFP form the basis of the contract?