Child diagnosis discussion

An 8-year-old child was admitted to the hospital with body aches, fatigue, cough and fever. He was diagnosed with a viral infection that spreads via large droplets. Nursing diagnoses established in the plan of care for this patient include Ineffective thermoregulation, Social Isolation and Impaired Comfort.   Initial Discussion Post: Describe the precautions and personal…

Bone Diseases

Using an appropriate graphic organizer:   Distinguish osteoporosis, osteomalacia, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and osteoarthritis based on signs and symptoms. Compare their pathophysiology, etiology, manifestations, possible complications, and treatments.  

The Complex Role of Government Agencies in Public Health

State and local health agencies are not the only governmental organizations working to reduce the burden of disease and ill health in society. Federal, state, and local government all play important roles through agencies that are better known for other responsibilities, such as law enforcement and transportation. The complexities of government and its various agencies…

Analyzing Multicultural Children’s Picture Books

To prepare for this assignment you will need to choose a Children’s Picture Book [ a book that deals with “differences”–because of race, class, gender, ability and/or any combination of these differences] from the Multicultural Children’s Picture Book List.  Once you choose your book, visit your local Library or order the book from Amazon.com or Half.com. Please consider…

Planning a Group

When a client is dealing with several problems at one time, it can be difficult to determine which type of treatment group would be most beneficial. Some types of treatment groups may overlap in addressing certain problems or issues. The literature is helpful in assisting the clinical social worker in determining the type, purpose, and…

Health Care Environment & Systems Paper

Select a health care environment or delivery system and explores the issues related to that particular environment (military, long-term care, acute care systems, etc.). Introduce the organization/facility selected, the accreditation status, and the average daily census, services provided, the community it serves. How does this organization fit into the US health system? How does health…

Educating the Staff

Purpose The purpose of this PowerPoint presentation is to create the Educating Staff: Implementing Change Project PowerPoint presentation. Your plan is to educate the staff that will be involved in the pilot program. You will need to educate them on the problem, show the supporting evidence, and how your pilot plan will be implemented. Directions…