February 2023

neurogenic and nephrogenic diabetes insipidus

Select one of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. Indicate which question you have chosen using the format displayed in the “Discussion Forum Sample.” (Answer for All Questions Included) What are some of the key pathophysiological differences between neurogenic and nephrogenic diabetes insipidus? Explain the diagnostic criteria for metabolic syndrome and explain the […]

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Adrenal insufficiency

Select two of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. Indicate which questions you have chosen using the format displayed in the “Discussion Forum Sample.” (Answer for All Questions Included) What are the associated complications with altered thyroid functionality? Adrenal insufficiency can … induced by steroid treatment. What are … conditions with adrenal insufficiency

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epidemiology of thalassemia

Answer both of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. (Answer for All Questions Included) Discuss the epidemiology of thalassemia and share evidence-based practice guidelines necessary for chronic management. Sickle-cell anemia has treatment parameters in the chronic state and acute exacerbation. The acute phase requires aggressive hydration and pain medication. What is the physiologic

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pathophysiological mechanism

Answer both of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. (Answer for All Questions Included) Anemia of chronic disease is a common occurrence in elderly patients. What is the pathophysiological mechanism behind this disease process? Virchow’s triad refers to states that can produce hypercoagulability. What are the three categories? Give an example for each

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electrolyte imbalance

Answer both of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. (Answer for All Questions Included) What, in your opinion, is the most dangerous electrolyte imbalance and why? Explain the pathophysiology of the imbalance. Disease processes can cause an array of fluid and electrolyte imbalances. What does a nurse practitioner need to consider when treating

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acid-base physiology

Select two of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. Indicate which questions you have chosen using the format displayed in the “Discussion Forum Sample.” (Answer for All Questions Included) Explain how acid-base physiology leads to the regulation of fluid balance and extra cellular pH. What is the equation for the carbonic acid/bicarbonate buffering

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passive-acquired and active-acquired immunity

Select two of the following discussion questions for your discussion response. Indicate which questions you have chosen using the format displayed in the “Discussion Forum Sample.” (Answer for All Questions Included) Immunity is necessary to prevent infectious diseases from spreading. Differentiate between passive-acquired and active-acquired immunity. Immunoglobulins are necessary to protect the human physiology from

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difference between epigenetics and genetics

1 Discussion Question 2 What is the difference between epigenetics and genetics? In nurse practitioner clinical practice, how would one apply the principles of epigenetics when prescribing treatment for a patient? What is the difference between hyperplasia, dysplasia, and metaplasia in relation to epigenetic disorders? 1 Discussion Question 2 What is the difference between epigenetics and genetics? In nurse

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