Category: Health & Medicine

  • A Balance Between Clinical Efficacy and Cost of Medical Treatments

    The efficiency of medical treatment is crucial in nursing since this factor significantly defines patient outcomes. However, it is worth noting that the cost-effectiveness of health care is another vital aspect that can make medical services more affordable for the population (Kichko, 2019). Therefore, a balance between the treatment’s clinical efficacy and economic worth should…

  • Working or Studying Fulltime: Causes and Effects

    There are several reasons attached with many people who chose to work full time as well as study full time. In general for younger students, working part-time may provide a source of additional income and therefore a certain level of independence from their parents. Additionally they also get work experience which may add on to…

  • Medical Records in Georgia: Rights, Pros & Cons

    Table of Contents Introduction Who Owns Medical Records in Georgia? Rights Advantages of Effective Medical Recording Disadvantages of Medical Recording Medical Records Retention Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Georgia is a country that has always been keen on the health of its citizens. Georgia department of Community Health, Division of Public Health is the place where…

  • Concept of Clinical Reasoning

    Table of Contents Summary Concept of Clinical Reasoning in Advanced Physical Assessment in Nursing Clinical Example References Summary Health care professionals are tasked with the role of managing health situations. In the changing medical environment, there is a need for nurses to ensure that adequate thought is applied in the process of managing patients. Clinical…

  • Kidney Disease: Management Activities

    Table of Contents Patient Population Interviews Analysis Interprofessional Collaborative Care Team Members Interview Analysis Gap Analysis for Educational Best Practices References Patient Population Interviews Analysis The completed patient interview presented a number of insights regarding the challenges and opportunities dialysis patients encounter. Some of the common themes evident in the individual’s answers include education material…

  • Differences Between Registered Nurse and Practice as an LNP

    Table of Contents Introduction Management and Leadership Professional Responsibilities Educational Preparation to Participate in Evidence-based Practice Personal Reflection: Personal Journey from LPN to RN Conclusion References Introduction An RN (Registered Nurse) refers to a nurse who has qualified in a university or college nursing program. In addition, he has passed the national licensing exam. The…

  • HIV Diagnosis: Racial and Ethnic Disparities

    The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a public health issue that has weighed down healthcare systems for decades as it costs national governments millions of dollars and enhances human suffering. Thus, evaluating its attributes, risk factors, and the affected population demographics can help practitioners develop targeted solutions to curb its spread. The following review is…

  • Clara Barton’s Contributions to Nursing

    Clara Barton is famous for her role in founding the American Red Cross. Barton pioneered nursing in America, having provided both material and nursing support to soldiers during the Civil War. She was born Clarissa Harlowe Barton in the year 1821 in Massachusetts. Clara was successful at a tender age. By the age of seventeen,…

  • Fluid Balance and Renal Physiology

    Table of Contents Introduction Results Conclusion Reference List Introduction The experiment established the effect of various liquids (coffee and salt) on urinary excretion. Further, the results obtained were compared with the work of the renal system when consuming plain water. The experiment used concepts such as fluid balance and renal physiology. The fluid balance is…

  • The Nurse’s Role in the Policy Development Model

    Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Healthcare providers can actively participate in developing policies related to the practice of medicine. Nurses can identify significant issues and problems that need change or urgent interventions. This is because they are confronted in the process with shortcomings in how nursing policies have already been developed (Mason…