What is the underlying pathophysiology of myelomeningocele? Describe the pathophysiology of hydrocephalus in infants with myelomeningocele. A myelomeningocele is a severe form of spinal cord malformation, visible at birth, and the affected infant has an abnormally developed cranial neural tube
Discuss the hemodynamic consequences of a patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) Failure of the patent ductus to close at birth results in blood by-passing the systemic circulation. Oxygenated blood is pumped into the lungs, resulting in pulmonary overflow and systemic hypoperfusion
Describe the differences between Naloxone, Naltrexone, and Buprenorphine/Naloxone. Include the properties of each, their classification, mechanism of actions, onset, half-life, and formulations (routes of delivery). Please discuss the implications of differences in the clinical setting (including pre-hospital)
Develop collaborative approaches within a transdisciplinary environment to improve healthcare outcomes. . Describe the role of APRN In the formulation of a diagnostic plan, providing a rationale for ordering specific diagnostic tests and procedures, how did you develop collaborative approaches?
Discuss the role of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system in relation to cardiovascular diseases and drugs. Mention the types of arrhythmias and discuss the different classes of antiarrhythmic drugs
List potential neurobiology causes of psychotic major depression. Major depression is defined as a period of time lasting at least 2 weeks. List at least 5 symptoms required for the episode to occur
Being an effective educator requires staying abreast of the scholarship of teaching and learning in nursing What aspects of teaching and learning in your field interest you most? What plans do you have for participating in scholarly activities to enhance your nurse educator role based on Boyer’s model of scholarship?
The “ideal” long-term care system base eligibility for services on functional needs rather than financial needs. Find the criteria for eligibility for Medicaid coverage for a nursing facility in your state (you can get the eligibility standards directly from the state or from a nursing facility). Do you think they measure functional needs vs. financial […]
A 68-year-old man was brought to the emergency department by his family. During his routine morning walk, he noticed a sudden onset of left facial numbness associated with a dull headache on the right posterior aspect of his head. He was staggering to the right side and feeling unsteady and nauseated, with no vomiting. He […]
A 22-year-old male was an unrestrained front seat passenger of a car traveling at 50 miles per hour. The driver swerved to avoid hitting a deer that darted in front of the car and hit a tree. EMS on the scene noted a stellate fracture of the windshield on the passenger side. The patient was […]
