Category: Health & Medicine
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Discharge Process Improvement in Acute Care
Table of Contents Introduction Discharge Process in an Acute Care Setting Purpose and Significance The Use of Care Coordination Rounds and a Departure Lounge Discharge Process in Nursing Conclusion References Introduction Discharge planning is an important process in the treatment and stay of a patient in the hospital. At the time of discharge, the person…
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Data Parameters in Healthcare Quality Improvement
Table of Contents Introduction Accuracy Completeness Timeliness Validity Conclusion References Introduction Healthcare administrators should examine many data quality metrics to ensure quality improvement (QI) data relevance. By considering the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and validity of data, healthcare managers can ensure that records remain relevant and valuable for use in healthcare QI (Dakka et al., 2021).…
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The Theory of the Nurse as a Wounded Healer
In the medical industry, lateral violence (LV) is a destructive problem, particularly for nurses. LV often referred to as horizontal hostility or workspace harassment, is when an employee acts disruptively and inappropriately toward another who is either in a lower or similar status. Victims can overtly demonstrate this intentional conduct, but it is more frequently…
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Cardiovascular Disease Among Hispanic Adults in the US
Table of Contents Topic Overview Annotated Bibliography References Topic Overview For Hispanics and Latinos, cardiovascular diseases (CVD) are the leading cause of death. Hispanics are the largest minority ethnic group in the USA. Hence, their health is vital to the well-being of the entire nation. Researchers and healthcare providers must consider how culture and ethnicity…
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Nutrition and Rosacea: Common Triggers and Dietary Role
Table of Contents Introduction Annotated Bibliography Pathogenesis Diet Triggers Role of Proper Nutrition Conclusion References Introduction Rosacea is a chronic skin disease with an undulating course when a person is in remission or exacerbation. At the moment, the pathogenesis of the disease is not fully understood, however, there is a correlation between genetic and environmental…
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Eating Disorders Among Transgender Individuals
Table of Contents Problem Statement and Background Rationale of the Study Purpose of the Study Research Questions References Problem Statement and Background Eating disorders are complex illnesses, and their exact causes cannot always be determined. Nowadays, transgender individuals have a much higher incidence of these disorders than cisgender individuals (Nagata et al., 2020). It is…
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Occupational Stress and Its Impact on Registered Nurses
Table of Contents Introduction Theoretical Perspective Risk Factors of Stress Impact of Stress Strategies to Reduce Occupational Stress Conclusion References Introduction Nurses play a fundamental role in the delivery of the quality care model. Most recently, the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the healthcare industry highlighted the growing need for registered nurses (RNs). In…
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Medical Error Concept: Is There a Better Notion?
Table of Contents Introduction What Do You Think about the Term “Medical Error”? Does It Accurately Describe an Adverse Medical Outcome? The Health Care Delivery System Operating Free of Medical Errors Is There a Better Term to Convey the Range of Adverse Outcomes? Conclusion References Introduction Medical error may refer to inaccurate or incomplete diagnosis/treatment…
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Importance of Nutrition and Exercise in the Society
Nutrition and exercise are essential for the welfare of any society. Lifestyle in the U.S is a sedentary one and is characterized by reduced physical activity. Besides, nutrition comprises of too much fat, carbohydrates and sugars. Accompanied by the use of tobacco, the U.S is faced with a problem of obesity that is accompanied by…
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Healthcare Governance Structures
Alongside issues such as education, housing, food, and shelter, healthcare is a universally accepted basic human need. As a result, governments and other stakeholders need to take it as a serious agenda. Not only do personnel need to be trained and health facilities filled with equipment, but sound policies also need to be adopted to…