Entries by Daphne Hanson

Preventing nosocomial infections

Review the following research questions. Is the use of soap and water or alcohol-based rubs more effective in preventing nosocomial infections? How effective are anti-depressive medications on anxiety and depression? For patients of 70 years and older, how effective is the use of the influenza vaccine at preventing flu as compared to patients who have […]

Chest presentations

Assessment findings for the following chest presentations. For atypical presentations, discuss possible complications or disease processes that may be associated with the findings. Normal Adult: Barrel Chest Funnel Chest (Pectus Excavatum): Pigeon Chest (Pectus Carinatum)

Experiences in pregnancy and birth care

Altman, M. R., McLemore, M. R., Oseguera, T., Lyndon, A., & Franck, L. S. (2020). Listening to women: Recommendations from women of color to improve experiences in pregnancy and birth care. Journal of Midwifery & Women’s Health, 65(4), 466-473. https://doi.org/10.1111/jmwh.13102   Questions 1) Why did the authors conduct this research (study purpose)? 2) What was […]

Individual with Metastatic lung cancer

Describe a scenario involving an individual with metastatic lung cancer. Include the physical, psychosocial, cultural, economic, educational, and environmental factors that influence the health status of the individual in the scenario. Where is the individual on the health continuum, and why? How might the MSN-prepared nurse support positive health outcomes through a holistic approach and […]