Entries by Daphne Hanson

Detectable biochemical and structural abnormalities

Part 1: Overview and Pathophysiology Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a disorder of the gastrointestinal system characterized by changes in bowel habits and abdominal pain or discomfort with no detectable biochemical and structural abnormalities. Patients fall into three subtypes as per the predominant bowel pattern. The subtypes are IBS with constipation, diarrhea, and mixed-stool-pattern IBS […]

Examine the importance of professional associations in nursing

Examine the importance of professional associations in nursing. Choose a professional nursing organization that relates to a specialty area of interest. In a 750‐1,000-word paper, provide a detailed overview of the organization and its advantages for members. Include the following: Describe the organization and its significance to nurses in the specialty area. Include its purpose, […]