Entries by Daphne Hanson

Hodgkin  disease  

A.S.  was  recently diagnosed with  Hodgkin disease and scheduled for a  staging procedure. His previous axillary lymph node biopsy result was positive for Reed- Sternberg cells. The surgeon charted the results of the staging procedure as “stage I.” Discussion Questions 1. What is the purpose of the staging procedure for A.S.? 2. How does Hodgkin […]

Applied Research & Statistics II

These questions is from my class Statistics Nurse 436: Applied Research & Statistics II: 1). Identify the research design used and comment on its appropriateness given the study. 2). Describe the population used in the study. Comment on exclusion/inclusion criteria. 3) Discuss if there are any biases and threats to validity. 4.) Comment on the […]

Signs of deficient fluid volume

Gloria has shown clear signs of deficient fluid volume, rather than a potential to develop the condition. Gloria’s postpartum hemorrhage prompted dizziness, fatigue, and uncontrolled bleeding. In turn, the combination of these side effects have compromised her fluid volume, resulting in a DFV diagnosis. While Gloria is still experiencing general soreness from her labor, she […]

Complaining of Fever & cough

A 57-year-old male presents to the office complaining of fever & cough. He states he felt healthy four days ago, then on the following day started to feel feverish and coughed up yellowish-green phlegm the next morning. His symptoms have progressively worsened. He also mentions right-side chest pain when he takes a deep breath. He […]

Who should get the Heart Transplant?

Who should get the Heart Transplant? Argue for the candidate that you believe should receive the heart using the applicable theories and principles, and describe any economic or medical issues described in the reading, which may help or hinder your candidate from receiving the heart you believe she or he deserves   Celeste is a […]

Alzheimer’s disease

You are assigned to care for Mr. Andrasziuk, 85, who has Alzheimer’s disease. He often wanders from room to room and tries to open outside doors. He frequently displays increased agitation, confusion, and restlessness, especially in the evening. Most of the time, Mr. Andrasziuk is unable to feed himself and he is often incontinent. He […]

Social model of disability

Development Using a Person-Centred Approach. What is meant by the term ‘social model of disability? Give an example of where, in the disability sector, competency and image enhancement could be used as a means of addressing devaluation.   3. Discuss the principles of strength based practice and provided an example of this approach being applied […]

A Cardiovascular accident

Situation: Mr. Delmar, 70 years old, suddenly could not lift his spoon nor speak at breakfast. He was rushed to the hospital unconscious. His diagnosis is a cardiovascular accident (CVA). Which of the following is the most important assessment during the acute stage of an unconscious patient like Mr. Delmar?           a. […]

Levels of support

There are different government and private sectors and charitable and voluntary organizations who provide varying levels of support depending on the level of funding and resources they have. Discuss some funding and support that is available to clients