Entries by Daphne Hanson

The central nervous system

All labor and delivery team members must be able to recognize the signs of a prolapsed cord and initiate appropriate emergency interventions to relieve pressure on the cord until emergency delivery, usually, a cesarean delivery, can be accomplished. Prolonged cord compression (occlusion of blood flow to and from the fetus for longer than 5 minutes) […]

Clinical manifestations of IE

History of hypertension, past MRSA infection, and a recently implanted pacemaker. petechiae in the conjunctivae and splinter hemorrhages in his nail beds. OBJECTIVE DATA Petechiae in the conjunctivae and splinter hemorrhages in his nail beds. blood pressure is 138/64, heart rate 80, respiratory rate 18, and temperature 99.5oF (37.5oC). A Heart murmur is noted Blood […]

Interpersonal facilitation skills

Identify five interpersonal facilitation skills and discuss the 8. Create a graphic that identifies each intervention by stat the importance of each in developing a helping relationship. ing (1) the purpose of the intervention; (2) clientele for 7. How does one’s culture impact the helping relationship which evidence documents effectiveness; and (3) document the use […]

Use of aspirin Admittedly

During her check-up, Beth tells Lindsey that she is starting to have some aches and pain in her knees and ankles.Lindsey warns Beth about the regular use of aspirin Admittedly, Beth states that she has gained almost 30 pounds in the last couple of years and is wondering if the pain she is having is due to the […]

Types of nutritional supplements

Name 6 different types of nutritional supplements 2. Describe available supplemental forms. 3. Discuss specific uses for the different types of supplements. 4. Properly choose the correct supplement for a client with – renal disease – diabetes – pulmonary disease – wound healing 5. Advise clients of the cost and availability of the above nutritional […]