Entries by Daphne Hanson

The physiology of blood pressure control

Describe the physiology of blood pressure control. Causes of Primary Hypertension may include overactivity of the SNS; overactivity of the RAAS; alterations in other neurohumoral mediators of blood volume and vasomotor tones such as ANP, BNP, and adrenomedullin; inflammation; a complex interaction involving insulin resistance and endothelial function; and obesity-related hormonal changes Select 3 of […]

Mental health and spiritual well-being

Outline the concept of professional accountability as it pertains to nursing. Provide examples of how a nurse demonstrates professional accountability in clinical expertise, the nursing process, and evidence-based practice. How do you incorporate self-care that includes mental health and spiritual well-being for you and your clients? What does the Bible say about self-care? with references

The concepts of breakthrough pain

The negative result of inadequate pain management 2. Review the concepts of breakthrough pain, neuropathic pain, and acute and chronic pain 3. Fentanyl transdermal patch. Side effects 4. Case scenario where the student will have to elaborate and pick a Nursing diagnosis. Topic- PAIN. 5. Opioid analgesics. Risk factor to consider when administering this type […]

Discuss a healthcare-related bill

Discuss a healthcare-related bill to require lead poisoning testing for Michigan State. Then, describe its impact on the practice of the nursing profession and healthcare, including vulnerable populations. Then provide two positive and two negative aspects of this bill.  Finally, suggest two ways the role of the advanced practice nurse as a leader could advocate […]

The professional standards of nursing

Social media plays a significant role in the lives of nurses in both their professional and personal lives. Additionally, social media is now considered a mainstream part of the process of recruiting and hiring candidates. Inappropriate or unethical conduct on social media can create legal problems for nurses as well as the field of nursing. […]

Roles of nursing leaders and nursing managers

Describe the differing approaches of nursing leaders and managers to issues in practice. To complete this assignment, do the following: Select an issue from the following list: bullying, unit closers, and restructuring, floating, nurse turnover, nurse staffing ratios, use of contract employees (i.e., registry and travel nurses), or magnet designation. Describe the selected issue. Discuss […]

Acceptance of a diversity of faith expressions

The practice of health care providers at all levels brings you into contact with people from a variety of faiths. This calls for knowledge and acceptance of a diversity of faith expressions. Complete a comparative analysis of two faith philosophies towards providing health care, one being the Christian perspective. For the second faith, choose a […]