Author name: Evans Mutinda

Stress

Stress is a component that affects the normal regulations of human physiology. Neuroendocrine regulation is important in this abnormality. How does increased catecholamine and cortisol affect the immune system? Stress is a physiological and psychological response to environmental and psychological stimuli that can lead to a range of physiological and psychological disorders. Stress can be

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Immunoglobulins

Immunoglobulins are necessary to protect the human physiology from diseases and pathological disorders. Explain the role of IgA, IgG, IgE. IgD, and IgM. Immunoglobulins, also known as antibodies, are a crucial component of the immune system that protect the human physiology from diseases and pathological disorders. These specialized proteins are produced by B lymphocytes and

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Differentiate passive-acquired and active-acquired immunity

Immunity is necessary to prevent infectious diseases from spreading. Differentiate between passive-acquired and active-acquired immunity.   Immunity is a critical function of the human body that helps prevent infectious diseases from spreading. The immune system is composed of various cells, tissues, and organs that work together to recognize and eliminate foreign invaders such as bacteria,

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difference between epigenetics and genetics

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? Epigenetics and genetics are two different but interrelated fields of study in medicine. Genetics

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difference between physiological and pathological atrophy

What is the difference between physiological and pathological atrophy? Provide at least two clinical examples for each.   Atrophy is a process of tissue shrinkage, either due to a decrease in cell size or number, which can be either a normal physiological process or a pathological process. Physiological atrophy refers to the normal and expected

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effects of nutritional deficits on cellular functioning

What are the effects of nutritional deficits on cellular functioning and tissue healing? Support your answer with current research that has been conducted within the last 3 years. Nutrition plays a vital role in cellular functioning and tissue healing. When an individual lacks essential nutrients, their body’s ability to repair and regenerate tissue is compromised.

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initial workup

Select a chief complaint from the following list and provide a list of differential diagnoses and an initial workup for the patient, including laboratory tests, imaging studies, and medications. Left lower quadrant pain Dizziness Altered mental status Dysuria Chest pain Numbness in an ipsilateral extremities Blurring vision that is sudden Cold, blue toes Thirstiness Tachycardia/Palpitations

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