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TransmissionBoth the communicable and non-communicable diseases have been increasing daily with worrying statistics and the scientist is in wonderful amazement as they behold the overmaster nature the maladies are springing up each and every time to affect humanity. More too that even the existing ones, they have been so many strains even to control hem has become a great headache. There are several highly infectious diseases that are the talk...

Patient Symptoms and Concerns1. This case study represents the case of Mrs. B who is a 85 year old woman suffering from increased paranoia, visual hallucination, and agitation with a strong allegation of the general physician trying to euthanase her. During her previous hospitalization three years ago, she had been diagnosed with late onset Alzheimer’s type dementia with delusions, depressed mood, and behavioural disturbance. The case st...

Causes and Impacts of DementiaDementia described as the set of symptoms such as memory loss, difficulty in thinking, issues in problem-solving or language. These symptoms are not very harmful in the beginning but in severe cases, it might affect a person's daily life events. A person with this health condition may also face symptoms like mood and behaviors changes.  Dementia can be caused when the brain functions are impaired by a disea...

BodyDiabetes can be referred to as a metabolic disorder that occurs when a person has high blood glucose level either due to the insufficient production of the insulin or if the cell are not being able to use up the insulin properly. This paper would describe about how the normal physiology is affected by this condition, the etiology, the causes and the symptoms of the diseases followed by a care plan for the management of the disease. Normal...

Importance of Cross Cultural Management in Promoting Cultural DiversityInteraction between different cultures broadens the thought process of the individuals. Along with this, the aspect of cross cultural relates with promotion of different cultures, which prevails within the society (Thomas and Peterson 2017). This promotion enhances the cultural diversity. This assignment attempts to develop a comparative study between the cultures of Asia a...

The Significance of Clinical Reasoning in Patient CareClinical reasoning, as the due procedure followed by nurses and other clinicians in finding out all the possible problems faced by a patient, helps in perceiving imminent patient decline (Levett-Jones, et al., 2010). Nurses enriched with problem solving skills stand a better chance of positively influencing a patient’s outcome as they see the bigger picture of the situation (Pu...

Cultural Diversity and Team PerformanceThe success or failure of an organisation depends upon the culture, values, norms, and beliefs of the people within the organisation. The culture of a nation plays a key role in the whole organisation that determines the way of progress and growth of the whole organisation. I am fortunate to have three team members who belong to China, France, and Nigeria having the different culture and thinking style, b...

History of Nursing Standards and Codes of EthicsOver time, nursing work has gained popularity and has subsequently been incorporated as a field of professional competency by developing codes and standards to regulate practitioners. International Council of Nurses (ICN) was the first to develop the standards in 1953. Codes and standards were introduced in Australia in 1985 as reflected in the general occupational standards. their applicability ...

Sepsis and Septic Shock: OverviewSepsis is an infection of the bloodstream, and it spread very quickly in the body of the patient, and it is tough to recognize it. Septic shock is described as a severe circulatory disorder which results from progressive failure of circulation to supply blood and oxygen to vital organs of the body which can lead to damaged tissue perfusion and oxygen extraction (Dellinger et al., 2013). The leading cause of sep...

Cristiano Ronaldo's Charitable ContributionsCristiano Ronaldo is a Portuguese superstar that has a history of being charitable. He has logged dozens of assistances to the community during his long soccer career in different football clubs. He may be an international’s most productive and most viable sportspersons, but the Portuguese star’s list of generous contribution is as widespread as his range of lucrative funding deals (Marco...

What is Guillain Barre Syndrome?Guillain Barre Syndrome is uncommon type of infection which occurs mostly to individuals who were previously healthy. GBS is an acute infection that affects the peripheral nervous and in rare cases it can affect the motor or cranial nerves. GBS does not produce any warning and it is considered an inflammatory condition which can lead to progressive muscle weakness and in case a patient does not seek medical atte...

Overview of BPHBenign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) is very common in men. This paper will explain the pathophysiology and aetiology of BPH and the underlying pathophysiology of the post-operative condition of the patient. Lastly, the paper will prioritize and discuss the nursing management for the patient and identify three (3) interdisciplinary healthcare team members who are important in patient care. BPH is the en...

The cyclical relationship between homelessness and mental healthThe relationship between homelessness and mental health is more like a cause-and-effect relationship. In the article named ‘The Homeless Mentally ill' appeared first in Harvard Mental Health Letter (2005) and this article; author claimed that almost one-third of all homeless people in America has a serious mental problem such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and major me...

Organization ProfileThis study has focused on evaluating the impact of firm objectives on strategic management and ASDA has been taken as the choice of organization. Strategic management is a key aspect for improving the performance of any organization and various literature has critically evaluated the importance of strategic management in organizational performance. However, the influence of firm objectives on strategic management has not ...

Neurological Observation for Changes in Mental StatusMr. Shepherd is an 82 year old man who was admitted to Princess Alexandra Hospital for two nights after he developed increased confusion since two days. As he was unable to ambulate using the wheelie walker and developed moderate left sided weakness, health assessment was done to indentify risk for fall and altered level of consciousness in patient. During the simulation experience, the heal...

Recognising signs of deteriorationMental state can be broadly defined as the intellectual capacity, general mental health, and emotional state of a person, depending on the clinical observations, and by conducting a thorough interviewing. Mental state most commonly comprises of the behaviour, mood, memory, judgment, problem solving skills, and contact with the reality (Caplan, 2013). Thus, any deterioration from this mental state refers to all...

Normal Physiology of Blood PressureBlood pressure in the major circulation is characterized by the greatest difference - from the maximum value in the left ventricle and in the aorta to the minimum in the right atrium, where at rest it normally does not usually exceed 2-3  mm Hg. Art ., often taking negative values ??in the inspiratory phase. In the left ventricle of the heart, K. d. By the end of diastole is 4-5 mm Hg. Art ., and in the ...

HistoryThe depressant is a chemical which causes a decrease in activity, stimulus and motivation in the central nervous system. These constituents cause the brain and the body to slow down. There are some terms which are used for depressant are sedatives, hypnotics and downers. Doctors prescribe the depressants to relieve anxiety and sleep problems for the patients. Depressants have high fascination potential. These should be used with extreme...

Signs and Symptoms of TBITraumatic Brain Injury (TBI) results from a rapid, violent jolt on an individual’s head leading to the damage of brain cells (Thurman, 2016). The brain suffers bruises due to the collusion between the inner and outer layers of the skull. The causes of the injury include physical aggression, road accidents, sports injuries, and falls. In the case study, Mr. James Parsons is involved in a fight where the opponent p...

Part 1- Describing the communityObesity is one of the major challenges, which is being encountered by the entire world. The epidemic of obesity or overweight is rapidly increasing. This is a multi-factorial and much more complicated disease, from which third of the world population is suffering (1). The prevalence of obesity can be found mostly among children and young adult. Diabetics, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke and cancer are...

Role of Sociology in HealthcareSociology is a diverse field of study. It directly correlates with health in many aspects. Sociology can be defined as the study and in-depth analysis of how humans behave in their surroundings and with their fellow beings. Areas such as development and organization of human beings are important in the study. The society has various misconstrues that need to be addressed. Healthcare is defined as the betterment o...

Education and literacyThe social determinants of health (SDH) are used to denote the underlying relationship between health outcomes and working and living conditions (social environment). SDH associated with socio-economic position helps to illustrate the gaps in the average health condition of the indigenous and non-indigenous Australians (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare [AIHW], 2016a). According to McMurray and Clendon (2015), th...

Micro and macro situational analysis of the German market1. The UK based company John Lewis Partnership which is operational in the retail industry is looking to expand into the other new markets and has decided to expand into the business market of Germany.  The important entities of the PESTLE analysis have been outlined by the below given figure- Figure 2: Components of PESTLE Analysis Source: (Created by the Author) A PESTLE a...

MethodPresence of higher acidity negatively impacts the growth of symbiosis, mostly involving the exchange pattern of molecular signals on the basic legume plant and microsymbiont. Limiting is necessary during overcoming of soil acidity and toxic aluminium mineral. However, in some regions such as Brazil soils are usually limited to pH levels which are in a neutral state. The selection of rhizobia inoculant strains level that is in a stable st...

Male Reproductive SystemThe male reproductive system is found outside the body. Its functions include reproduction, transportation of sperms and semen, then discharging the male reproductive cells in to the female sex organ and production and secretion of male sex hormones. The external structure of the male reproductive system include the scrotum, testicles and penis. The penis is the organ used during sex and is made up of three parts, the...