A Comparative Analysis of PCR Results between the Bacteriology Department and the Nursing Home Isolates Sequence type 131 of E. coli is one of the deadliest groups of pathogens that colonise the gut of human beings and other mammals. The pathogens are known to produce CTX-M-15 ESBL. This pathogenic development...
Introduction As human beings live in a diverse environment, they own distinct senses, which enable them to live and interact with the world efficiently. All human beings’ actions are usually a replica of what their senses perceive (Olivers 37). Senses guide people in picking items from their surroundings depending on...
Abstract Organizations have different ways of finding the best way to solve their problems. The medical industry is one that requires very close observations. The nursing career needs hospitals to provide the best environment for completing tasks. One of the ways to do this is through hourly rounding. The 48...
Abstract This dissertation is about organisational development and the processes and methods in instituting it. Organisations regard change as new and disturbing. However, change is inevitable in almost all aspects of human life and even in other organisms. Change is significant in this time of intense globalisation and dominance of...
Introduction Patient satisfaction is dependent on factors related to: 1) level of care acquired; 2) empathy; 3) reliability; and 4) responsiveness (Naidu, 2009). Other related factors that will affect feedback are: 1) physician conduct; 2) efficiency; and 3) service availability (Naidu, 2009). This particular study focuses on the importance of...
Introduction ADHD has emerged to be one of the major mental problems in our children today. It has been the main reason behind our children shocking behavior change. Several parents find it hard to understand these behavior changes. For example, our children may become hyperactive in one area posing questions...
In the recent years medical science has seen a rise in coronary heart diseases around the world. There is an understanding among the scientific community that a diet with good amount of omega-3 fatty acids can provide some extend of protection in this area (World Health Organization 22-23). According to...
Abstract It has been determined that the major causative factor for the haemolytic disease of the newborn is the maternal immunization against D and incompatibility. Medical research has developed a medication that can help to prevent this complication. In the D– incompatibility pregnancy cases, governments and health policies in many...
Introduction “Anti” as the word suggest is against or is in resistance to, or counteractive in nature. Hence antioxidant means against the process of oxidation. Technically an “antioxidant” aids in correct oxidation of the cells by fastening themselves with the damaging free radical molecules and finishing the chain of reactions...
Geographical locations inhabited by individuals have great influence on the health of an individual. The health fitness of an individual can easily be affected by the place where an individual is living at that particular time. People living in well-developed countries suffer less health related complications as compared to those...
In this article, Le Couer et al. report the procedure and findings of their study that aimed to associate the gender differences in access to ARV therapy with the causes and timing of HIV testing in the framework of the individual life-course and the growing AIDS pandemic in the country....
Introduction to the Study Level Introduction The study focuses on women who have undergone a hysterectomy in Mississippi without comprehensive informed consent law. Hysterectomy is one of the most complicated surgical procedures that may result in serious damages to the woman’s reproductive system (Senie, 2013). In some severe cases, hysterectomy...
Introduction It is undeniable that USA healthcare spending has been expensive and increasing as time goes by. This means that there is a large number of Americans who can not access medical care and this are some of the issues that need to be sorted out. As far as this...
Approval Before implementing the writer’s plan of action of ensuring that new mothers breastfeed their infants till the recommended period, approval would be obtained in writing from the supervisors. The message about the program would then be circulated among fellow staff and other health personnel coming into contact with the...
The article explains the relationship that exists between healthcare and education. The whole process of health care requires constant learning and teaching for the purposes of enhancing and developing appropriate skills. The method used to generate data in this research was both flexible and very sensitive to the area where...
To begin with, it should be stated that the main aim of the study is to fill the theoretical gap within the researches dedicated to the study of the patient perspective in the context of having diabetes. The main focus is made on the matters of the process of illness...
This research paper aims to study the relations between such issues of human life as hope, family health promotion, and quality of life after stroke. Taking into consideration the notion that after stroke period requires not only a proper medical approach but also the allover support by family and friends,...
Introduction Medical Imaging (or Diagnostic Imaging) involves medical studies and practice based on technology for imaging internal human systems and presents high relevance in diagnosing health conditions. Medical imaging is aimed at providing pictures of the interior of human body in the most likely non-invasive nature. However, the complete success...
Principles of Support in Health and Social Care Practice How principles of support are applied to ensure that individuals are cared for in health and social care practice Healthcare is a professional area of practice which aims at improving the health and social well- being of individuals faced with physical,...
Introduction Spirituality means something different to all of us. Not only is it different because of the culture we are raised in but also because of who we are and what our souls have grown to be. Spirituality and religion, though often thought of together, are not necessarily the same...
Role of Protein in the body Proteins are also essential for generation of antibodies. The generated antibodies are responsible for fighting illnesses and other infections. Protein sources include shellfish, meat, fish, dairy produce and poultry (Schlosser, 2001). Professional nutritionists recommend that human beings should eat 2-3 servings of proteins per...
An outbreak of food poisoning was traced to an event where food dressed in a fresh-egg based mayonnaise, had been eaten by all those who subsequently went to their general practitioner where gastroenteritis was diagnosed. Faecal samples were sent to the laboratory for investigation for suspected Salmonella enteritidis infection. Salmonella...
Introduction “Humans beings can eat just about anything as food, from mammary secretions (Milk) to mineral crystals (common salts) including fruits, flowers, seeds, stalks, Leaves, roots, seaweed, fungus, eggs of fish and birds or the dead bodies of various Animals” Modernization has resulted to an ever changing lifestyle, hence rising...
Resilience constitutes a withstanding potential against illness, adaptation, and surviving, the ability to bounce back or recover from stress (Bruce et al., 2008). This could vary greatly with a magnitude of a disease manifestation. For example, cancer is a major health problem. It may promote psychological stress to the patient....
Summary The title of the article on medical literature is ‘Review of Symptomatic Treatment of Diabetic Neuropathy by Dr. July, M. Wright. Dr. Wright is a specialist in pharmacology and the article attempts to outline how neuropathy symptoms caused by diabetes can be treated. Background The literature outlines how diabetes...
The greatest challenge facing medical professionals is to ensure that the patients are correctly diagnosed if subsequent treatment procedures are to be beneficial to the clients. A lot of money is spent by individuals as well as governments in the provision of health care. The essay identifies and discusses three...
Overall plan for implementing the proposed solution Overall methods used in the implementation of VAP prevention protocol was indicated as follows; head of the bed should be raised at an angle between 30° and 45°, then there is application of whole-body chlorhexidine-based medication which uses some small percentage of oil...
Introduction Many health facilities are continuously undertaking process improvement primarily aimed at reducing cases of medical errors and bring consistency in the standard of care received by patients. Hughes (2008) posits that majority of medical errors in a healthcare setting results from faulty and inefficient processes, changing case mix of...
The high levels that have along with Computer Tomography technology are currently making a major threat to the health of patients and CT administrators. Discussed is an analysis of the findings attained from the analysis of the reduction dosage threat. As a result, knowledgeable people and institutions have come up...
The following post is an attempt to explain why healthcare is a right, not a privilege. The question of whether healthcare is a right or a privilege is a controversial topic and a point of discussion in modern American society. Healthcare services are vital for every human being as they...
Introduction Human civilization has from ancient times acknowledged the fact that children are the future of the present civilization. Our modern era also believes in these ideals and this being the case, our society has always strived to ensure that children and the youth are given the best opportunity to...
Abstract Studies indicate the attitude of health caregivers in dental care for people with disabilities to be positive. However, some negative attitude provides a strong barrier to the care and rehabilitation of individuals with disabilities and their integration into the community. This study identifies issues such as cultural values, religious...
Introduction The article being critiqued is titled “The effect of emergency department crowding on the management of pain in older adults with hip fracture” by Hwang, Richardson, Sonuyi, and Morrison (2006). Article Analysis Background information The researchers provide adequate background information on the topic. This background information mainly includes the...
In the human body, the thoracic structure has 12 bones together with other processes that join it to the ribs that are tactically positioned to avoid flexion (Romer and Parsons 161). In other versions; the thoracic vertebrae are also known as dorsal vertebrae. Most of the bodies forming thoracic vertebrae...
Introduction Maternal mortality is also known as maternal death or “obstetrical death refers to the death of a woman during or shortly after a pregnancy” (Arkutu, 1995). Globally the maternal rate was approximated to stand at 345, 000 in 2008 down from 526, 350 in 1980 out of the total...
Introduction Healthcare and poverty are two interrelated topics. Healthcare is directly dependent on the level of poverty within an area. It would be insincere to assert that poverty is the greatest threat to healthcare. Generally, poor people have to reckon with a myriad of illnesses as compared to wealthy people....
South Georgia Medical Center (SGMC) is a non-governmental not-for-profit referral hospital situated in Valdosta, Georgia. The hospital, with a bed capacity of 335, provides a wide range of health care services in the South Georgia and North Florida regions. In addition, it provides many employment opportunities to the locals of...
Millions of people in the world suffer from diabetes. To them, “life is a series of finger sticks, injections, and surges and dips in blood sugar levels” (Nazario, 2004). To date, manual methods have been the major means of managing diabetes among patients. The artificial pancreas is a promising addition...
Health care and technology became more than closely interrelated in the 21st century. Some years earlier, my attitude towards nursing informatics was rather skeptical, though I belong to those people who readily accept the innovations. With time, however, I understood that nursing informatics is responsible for the future of health...
Introduction Written by Dorgo, Robinson, and Bader, The Effectiveness of a Peer- Mentored Older Adult Fitness Program on Perceived Physical, Mental, and Social Function is a research document that seeks to compare the changes perceived in physical, mental and social function by Short Form-36 (SF36vr2) in a group trained by...
Introduction This article focuses on the endocrine system and its correlation with diabetes mellitus. Diabetes mellitus is an endocrine disorder characterized by either lack of insulin or lack of response to insulin in body tissues. Structure of the endocrine system The endocrine system and the nervous system have evolved principally...
I am currently attached to the pediatric department of a hospital. This wing has the maternity ward and New Born Unit (NBU). I have come to identify an issue that needs to be addressed for the proper nursing care of the new mother. This is the lack of breastfeeding support...
Maternal, Infant, and Child Health: Outlook and Objectives Maternal, infant, and child health is a crucial component of the USA’s healthcare system as it aims at enhancing the well-being and health of pregnant women, newborns, and children. Since this aspect has a considerable effect on the development of the whole...
Introduction This is a case of 51 years old Douglas Adams, who was brought in the hospital by a friend confused and disorientated. His Glasgow coma rate was 14/15 on admission due physical injuries. He seems to be suffering from some spells of dizziness and unconsciousness. He is also anxious,...
The article “cross sectional study of effects of drinking green tea on cardiovascular and liver diseases” is a 1995 publication by K Imai and K Nakachi in the British Medical Journal volume 310, number 6981 from page 693 to 696. Imai and Nakachi (1995) sought to find out the connection...
Being one of the most developed countries in the world, it is a shame that America has not been able to provide quality healthcare equally to all its citizens. Everyone has the right to quality healthcare access at any time. However, the provision of healthcare access to the poor and...
Introduction The issue of responsibility and accountability of personnel and organizations dealing with healthcare matters requires extensive analysis of factors that affect the given circumstances before and after it occurs. This is because there can be different arguments when pursuing a possible suit, or trying to avoid one altogether. To...
Background of the study Obesity is a health complication associated with the excessive deposition of fats in adipose tissue. Relative to the body mass index (BMI), obesity is a term used to refer to persons with a BMI of 30-40. Conversely, obese individuals can be grouped into three categories, which...
Abstract Blood transfusion administration is mandatory for clinical surgeries as well as emergency rescues. Blood is often reserved in blood banks awaiting use. However, blood storage lesion results in changes that affect the red blood cells hence changing the quality of blood as it ages. This paper articulates the negative...
The research was carried out using rats to find out if there is any relationship between venlafaxine and escitalopram treatments with NMDAR in the brain. The level of NMDAR was reduced in rats injected with depression. Venlafaxine treatment on rats administered with depression was found to prevent the reduction of...
Introduction Appropriate clinical documentation forms a basis for mental health care in New South Wales (NSW), Australia. It is essential to carry out a subjective assessment and diagnosis on a patient and this is made possible by the Mental Health Outcomes and Assessment Tools (MH-OAT). Unfortunately, reviews of critical incidents...
Most developed countries across the globe have a national policy that provides employees with paid time off to care for and bond with their children and for medical reasons. However, the U.S. does not have such a policy and it is the only country in the Organization for Economic Cooperation...
Introduction Evidence-based medicine is a concept that has come to be incorporated and practiced in various sectors of medicine. It is regarded for its independence as well as validated advice. In addition to this evidence-based medicine has also been defined as “the integration of best research evidence with clinical expertise...
Healthcare research involves using human subjects to investigate various aspects of physiology, disease mechanisms, patients’ behavior, and the effectiveness of treatment regimens. Such research may pose risks to individuals participating in the study; hence, adequate measures must be initiated by the relevant parties to mitigate them. For instance, the use...
Diagnostic-imaging refers to technology-driven medical practice through which the health situation of a patient is investigated by healthcare personnel. Imaging devices are utilized for capturing images through x-raying, scanning and ultra-sounding of internal organs for onward medical prediction, interpretation or diagnostics. Due to the changing complexity of diseases, medical imaging...
How Indoor Air Quality Affects Occupants’ Health and Comfort in Offices Overview A number of diseases have been associated with the office environment like sick building syndrome (SBS) and building related symptoms (BRS); in this chapter, they will be analysed first. Thereafter, a comparison of SBS and BRS will be...
Abstract This clinical change proposal seeks to introduce an exercise leaflet to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT) amongst the elderly and immobile patients that have been admitted to a hospital. In light of this, the proposal endeavors to place emphasis on the targeted patients, so that they may take responsibility...
There are several reasons why it is important to line the PVC with a plasticiser. This is in order to reduce breakage of the bag and to increase the container’s pliability. Effects of Plastic Blood Bags The plasticiser is likely to leach into the blood components stored therein The plasticiser...
Defining the null and experimental hypothesis Since the present paper is devoted to methods of analyzing cochlear non-linearity, it is necessary to define the preferred method that should be used in order to achieve efficient results of the experiment. The issue is to define two-tone suppression with the help of...
The function of human body is determined by various factors that play key role in contributing to physiological or homeostatic pathway regulation. This in turn relies on the vitality of the body fluids like serum or plasma as there are inherent essential components being present like proteins, coagulating factors, hormones...
“Childhood trauma and risk for chronic fatigue syndrome association with neuroendocrine dysfunction” is authored by Christine Heim, Urs M. Nater, Elizabeth Maloney, Roumiana Boneva, James F. Jones and William C. Reeves and published in 2009 in the Archives of General Psychiatry Journal volume 66, number 1 from page 72-80. Heim...
What’s New? The article “Less Invasive Lymph Node Biopsy Method Could Spare Thousands Unnecessary Operations” discusses a new technique known as ultrasound-guided fine-needle aspiration cytology (US-FNAC), which has been developed by a team of medical scientists led by Dr. Christine Voit, director of the diagnostic unit at the Skin Cancer...
We should keep our teeth, tongue, and gum clean to prevent oral diseases and bad odors. Gum diseases and cavities are problems caused by poor oral hygiene. When teeth and gum are not properly cleaned after eating, plaque forms. This is a sticky layer where bacteria multiply and produce toxic...
Effective disposal of healthcare waste products is a key element in ensuring that waste products from the industry do not result in environmental pollution. According to Johannessen, Dijkman, Bartone, Hanrahan, Boyer &Chandra, 2000, p.22), health care waste refers to all the waste which results from various healthcare establishments, laboratories, emergency...
Introduction General statement: Good health is a wish of every human person. After food, clothing, and shelter, many people are concerned about their health. The importance of health care in society is demonstrated by the high budgetary allocation given to health care by many countries. It is also demonstrated by...
Introduction The respiratory system is prone to harm that may result from hazardous substances that may be contained in the air. These harmful substances may come naturally from the environment, out of a polluted environment, due to risky lifestyles as well as in the form of occupational hazards. Exposure to...
Medicaid has existed as a federal and state program aimed at cutting costs for low-income individuals since the 1960s. It is also the largest source of help for those who cannot afford health-related services, some of which are not covered by any other programs in the US. Although every state...
Introduction The African American is less educated about Breast cancer and the importance of self breast examination. A teaching plan is formulated so that the focus groups get a clear cut idea about breast cancer. The objective of the teaching plan is to provide education and teach them essential skills...
Introduction The findings of Frasson de Azevedo, Chiari, Okada and Onishi (2007) in their journal article: Impact of Acupuncture on Otoacoustic Emissions in Patients with Tinnitus shall be presented in this paper. The paper will discuss the major issues addressed in the paper, how the researchers go about addressing the...
Introduction Health conceptualizations in nursing can be classified into two groups. The first is the wellness-illness continuum, “a bipolar interactive portrayal of health and illness in myriad configurations ranging from high-level wellness to depletion of health (death)” (Fitzpatrick & Wallace, 2006, p. 244). High-level wellness is additionally conceptualized as a...
Terms of health care such as cost, quality, and resources differ in the field of the health care system and economics. These terms differ across the world and also in a particular country these terms may differ depending on the region. Health care systems operate to serve the entire public...
Abstract Diagnostic-imaging infers technology-driven medical practice through which the health situation of a patient is investigated by healthcare personnel. Imaging devices are utilized for capturing images through x-raying, scanning and ultra-sounding of internal organs for onward medical prediction, interpretation or diagnostics. Due to the constant emergence of dieses or complexity...
Abstract Statins are drugs that are used to lower the cholesterol levels in the body to prevent the occurrence of heart attacks, strokes and coronary artery disorders. Statins prescriptions are therefore important for patients who are suffering from heart problems and high levels of cholesterol within their bodies. The purpose...
Introduction The history of standardizing and monitoring research based on human experimentation can be traced to the Nuremberg code which was established at the Nuremberg Military Tribunal immediately after WW11. Its development was used as the basis of reviewing and bringing to book the Nazis who conducted human experimentation to...
Since conception, the idea of managed care was to reduce the burden of the costs associated with health care. However, it also had to ensure that the quality did not suffer as a result. It would seem that the system is inherently pro-patient, but some paths offer less freedom for...
Abstract Antibacterial soaps have been the focus of attention in recent studies. Various individuals have questioned the advantages of these soaps over plain soap and water. This research was carried out to determine the effectiveness of these antibacterial soaps. From past studies, washing with antibacterial soaps was not been found...
Introduction Physiotherapy also referred to as physical therapy dates back to early Greece at a period that was commonly associated with Hippocrates. From that period henceforth, physiotherapy has thus developed from just an ordinary message to a profession that is characterized by complex portfolios of treatments with several applications. Physiotherapy...
Introduction According to Australian Primary Health Care Research Institute report (2006), the World Health Organization defines chronic diseases as those diseases that have at least one of the following characteristics; Being permanent Their cause is non-reversible pathological alteration Leave behind residual disability The patient having any of these diseases need...
Diabetes mellitus is a medical condition that is a result of the body producing insufficient insulin or the body failing to react to the insulin produced. Insulin is an essential component that the body requires for the digestion of glucose; failure to which results in the accumulation of blood sugars...
The World Health Organization (WHO) and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have been instrumental in helping many countries to fight different kinds of diseases through resource mobilization and capacity building initiatives. However, the globalization of economies, coupled with the extensive international commerce and travels between countries, has forced both the developed and...
Introduction Over the past several years, the prevalence of vaping among young people has increased considerably. According to a study by the National Institute on Drug Abuse, more than 37% of 12th graders reported vaping in 2018 (Shmerling, 2019). These numbers are quite alarming, as scientists do not know much...
History, Physical Examinations and Investigations In simulation 1, the history and physical examination suggests that the patient could be having diabetic coma as a result of hypoglycemia. Features that would favor hypoglycemia include syringe found next to patient, cold skin, rapid pulse, blood sugar of 21mg/dl and unresponsiveness. The findings...
Introduction Medical malpractice has always been one of the most complicated investigation subjects due to a variety of pitfalls when resolving a court case. As a result, a single case can be addressed in court for several years, followed by a number of appeals. A prime example of such a...
Abstract Digital technologies are one of the outstanding achievements of our time. In particular, they can and should be applied in the field of healthcare. They can be useful in collecting statistics on the status of patients and their data. Technologies also make treatment faster and more effective. Sometimes, thanks...
Health policies and related procedures are targeted at establishing standardization in the common operational activities of providers. Through the decades working with policies and procedures, it has become increasingly apparent that they are imperative for providing clarity when dealing with problems and activities that are imperative for reaching high levels...
The program under consideration for this dissertation is Colorado Healthy People 2010 Initiative: Obesity Prevention carried out by The Colorado Trust which is a grant-making foundation committed to promoting the healthiness and well-being of the residents of Colorado. The literature for the study is provided by the Colorado Healthy People...
A recent study aimed at comparing the effectiveness of ultrasound-based diaphragmatic excursion (DE) and rapid shallow breathing index (RSBI) in weaning ICU patients from mechanical ventilation. A year cohort study that involved 90 ICU patients aged between 19 and 83 years who were ventilated mechanically during two days demonstrated the...
Take this short quiz to test your awareness of disability related language. Please place an “M” for medical model before those terms you believe are reflective of the model and a “S” for social model before those terms you believe are reflective of the model. S invalid S disfigured S...
A recent study implemented in a Swedish neuro ICU suggests that 30-34mmHg hyperventilation is beneficial for patients diagnosed with severe TBI due to potential improvements in pressure autoregulation. The study was carried out between 2008 and 2018 and included 120 patients whose arterial pCO2, PRx55-15, as well as the level...
Summary The literature review focuses on determining the biological, social, and psychological factors that can be associated with participating in resistance training. Engaging in healthy physical activity is crucial to sustaining a person’s mental and physical well-being. Cardiorespiratory exercise and resistance exercises are often advised as important to maintaining human...
Introduction The introduction of quality and highly reliable medical care in the conditions of clinical organizations is of primary importance. However, there is a range of views that express not only the belief that evidence-based policy has several advantages, but also fears about whether the use of practice will be...
Introduction The effects of aspirin and other substances having the same effect as aspirin have been known since the ancient Greeks recorded the use of the willow bark as a fever fighter thousands of years ago. It was discovered that the leaves and bark of the willow tree contain a...
Introduction The modern medical practice continues to develop therapeutic and instrumental methods of treatment, which greatly facilitate and accelerate the process of patient recovery. There is no doubt that medical science has developed quite strongly over the past decades, and diseases that were considered untreatable before today can be inhibited,...
A recent study by Cecilis-Morales et al. (2017) focuses on the main outcome measures of incident CVD (cardiovascular diseases) and cancer in geriatric patients. The research question of the analyzed article aims to explore the relationship between active commuting and cases of cancer, CVD, and all-cause mortality. A closer examination...
Health is, by all means, one of the major constituents of human life that should be treated with carefulness and respect. Although every human being is federally allowed to be provided with healthcare support, access to this system has now become purely individual. Various medical services across the US are...
Introduction to Kuwait’s Healthcare System Kuwait is one of the developing countries located in the Eastern Mediterranean region. Kuwait’s healthcare system denotes the entire healthcare facilities located in the country including its hospitals, clinics and other healthcare institutions. As a developing country, Kuwait’s healthcare system fairs well in terms of...
In the past years, humanity identified and successfully found cures for many, previously deadly diseases. However, the current situation in many low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) to stay mostly unsatisfactory in terms of population health. Leading risk factors include, but are not limited to, smoking, low physical activity, lack of...
In this systematic review, “Effectiveness of Community Treatment Orders: The International Evidence” (Rugkåsa, 2016), the researcher examines the effectiveness of community treatment orders (CTO), drawing on the evidence from the literature published before 2013. The primary objective of this study was to critically examine the practicality of CTO that, over...
Introduction Throughout medical history, there has been a medical-related issue that collides with one of the core values of health care, “not harm.” Particularly, preventable medication errors in the operating room. An operating room is an environment where many things happen simultaneously with a multi-dimensional range of practitioners playing different...
The New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation (NYC HHC) is one of the largest public health systems in the United States. Its goal is the provision of inpatient and outpatient care, as well as home-based services, for both insured and uninsured New Yorkers (NYC Health + Hospitals, n.d.a). There...
How Weak D is made based on the molecular basis By definition, the weak D phenotype (formerly referred to as Du) is the weak form of the D antigen. During the routine D ty, ping it reacts with a group of anti-D but not with others when an immediate spin...
The study is being conducted in rural China, predominantly in southern parts. The research is conducted by Zhiying Ma, and the group being studied are Chinese individuals with serious mental illnesses (SMIs). The research topic addresses China’s approach to managing the public’s mental health, where some families are forced to...