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Major Advancement for Community Health Nursing

During the student nurses’ first lecture in their community health nursing course, the specialty of community health was reviewed historically with students. The students received information about the contributions of selected nursing leaders throughout history to the advancement of community health nursing. Societal influences on the development and practice of community health nursing were included […]

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STI Test in a Clinical Setting

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Look for a patient that meets criteria or zero points will be given. Category Response Clinical Experience Briefly describe a situation where you encountered an STI test in a clinical setting with an adult patient. What were the presenting symptoms or concerns? Diagnostic Test What specific STI test(s) were performed (e.g., Chlamydia PCR, HIV antibody

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Radiographic Exam in a Clinical Setting

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Look for a patient that meets criteria or zero points will be given. Category Response Clinical Experience Briefly describe a situation where you encountered a radiographic exam (X-ray, fluoroscopy) in a clinical setting with an adult patient. What were the presenting symptoms or concerns? Diagnostic Exam What specific radiographic exam was performed (e.g., chest X-ray,

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Diagnostic Exam in a Clinical Setting

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Look for a patient that meets criteria or zero points will be given. Category Response Clinical Experience Briefly describe a situation where you encountered a diagnostic exam in a clinical setting with an adult patient. What were the presenting symptoms or concerns? Diagnostic Exam What diagnostic exam was performed (e.g., X-ray, CT scan, MRI)? Normal

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Screening Tool in the Clinical Setting

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Look for a patient that meets criteria or zero points will be given. Category Response Clinical Experience Mental health screening in adult-gerontology patients should be a routine part of primary care. There are many validated screening tools available for different mental health conditions, such as depression, anxiety, and dementia. It is important to choose a

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SOAP is an Acronym

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A SOAP note is a method of documentation employed by healthcare providers to record and communicate patient information in a clear, structured, and in an organized manner. This assignment will provide students with the necessary tools to document patient care effectively, enhance their clinical skills, and prepare them for their roles as competent healthcare providers.

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Lab Test in a Clinical Setting

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Look for a patient that meets criteria or zero points will be given. Category Response Clinical Experience Briefly describe a situation where you encountered a lab test in a clinical setting with an adult patient. What were the presenting symptoms or concerns? Lab Test What labs were done? Normal Values What are the normal values?

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Practitioner Skills in Managing Polypharmacy

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For this discussion, you will explore strategies to enhance practitioner skills in managing polypharmacy and improve patient outcomes. Polypharmacy, the use of multiple medications, is a common issue in older adults and adults with chronic illness. It can lead to adverse drug reactions, increased healthcare costs, and decreased quality of life. For this assignment, you

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Persistent Sadness and Loss of Interest in Activities

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A 40-year-old HIV-positive gay man presents to your clinic with complaints of persistent sadness, fatigue, and loss of interest in activities he used to enjoy. He reports feeling hopeless and has difficulty sleeping. Assessment: Physical: Weight: 150 lbs, Height: 5’10”, BP: 120/80, HR: 80 bpm. Mental Health: Scores 20 on the PHQ-9 (indicating severe depression).

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Guidance on Family Planning Options

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A 32-year-old lesbian couple presents to your clinic seeking guidance on family planning options. They are interested in having a biological child and have discussed options such as intrauterine insemination (IUI) and in vitro fertilization (IVF). Assessment: Partner 1: Age: 32, BMI: 24, non-smoker, no significant medical history. Partner 2: Age: 30, BMI: 22, smoker,

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