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Positive test results of EIAThe positive test results of EIA (enzyme immune essay) means that Sheila might have HIV. Although the EIA test is highly accurate and provide the best results, the test outcomes may be false. This is called false positive. This means that the result shows the patient has HIV but they actually do not. Therefore in the case of Sheila, it cannot be said that she definitely has HIV. To confirm the results physician may ...

Defining the ethical issueA 15 years old, Jessica thought she might be pregnant. Nurse (Sam) ethical issue is that Jessica doesn’t want anyone to know about it especially her mother. And suddenly Jessica’s mother came up and nurse (Sam) doesn’t get time to think what she need to say. This is the ethical principle of confidentiality. According to Legislation in all states and territories, to define a minor as under 18 years...

Benefits of NMBA Registered Nurse StandardsNurses play a key role in the health sector (Louisiana State University at Alexandria, 2016). The practice and behaviour of nurses are defined by the professional standards guiding them (Warwick, 2015). The Nursing and Midwifery board of Australia (2017) provided seven registered nurse standards for practice. As provided by the standards, a registered nurse on practice: engages in therapeutic and prof...

Overview of Nurse PractitionersA nurse practitioner is a healthcare provider with advanced education, training and expert knowledge in diagnosing, managing and treating complex acute and chronic conditions. Depending on their state or country’s legislation, they can order for diagnostic tests, prescribe medication, admit patients in hospitals, request for patient referrals and perform minor, non-surgical procedures on patients (Internati...

A Airway ·  The patient struggles to breath and feels some abdominal pain when breathing. · There evident mouth swellings · The airway partially blocked. · The patient is snoring, coughing, and gargling. · Air movement is evident but with pain. · Patient is weak, · lethargy, · confusion, · Abdominal · Pain · distension ...

Mr. Walker's Case Study A Airway The patient struggles to breath and feels some abdominal pain when breathing. There evident mouth swellings The airway partially blocked. The patient is snoring, coughing, and gargling. Air movement is evident but with pain. Patient is weak, lethargy, confusion, Abdominal Pain distension B Breathing The chest wall movement not normal and symmetric The pat...

Clinical ExperienceThe nurses have job responsibilities and job roles that can overlap among each other which can often lead to various complications associated professional competence. Often the nurses do not understand the most plausible course of action for the nurses in ethically pressing situations (Levett-Jones, Reid-Searl & Bourgeois, 2018). The registered nurse practice standards provides a set of clear guidelines for the nursing p...

The Phenomenon of Uterine LeiomyomaUterine leiomyoma (uterine fibroids) are benign tumors of the uterus whose etiology is unknown. These lesions arise from the myometrium transformation which results from specific pathological and physiological conditions. They are the most common tumors of women globally and most of them affect women during their reproductive ages. Among this population, 80% of them suffer for their whole lifetime. They can b...

Bronchiolitis and Its SymptomsCongestion and inflammation of the small airways of the lungs (bronchioles) lead to the generation of Bronchiolitis. It is a kind of lung infection caused via the viral attack [respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) or penumovirus]. Since the infants have underdeveloped immune system or are immune compromised they are most vulnerable group of getting affected with Bronchiolitis (Hasegawa, Tsugawa, Brown, Mansbach &am...

Feelings and thoughtsThe patient selected in the case scenario is Sandra who had been a primigravida woman attending a 40-week appointment with the midwife assigned to her at the antenatal clinic. In the clinic, we had performed her routine antenatal checks, after which, we had shifted her to the labour ward to discuss the induction of labour (IOL) with her. It was discovered that the risk of stillbirth was exceptionally high for the patient...

Understanding the Importance of Critical Thinking in EducationCritical thinking has become a very crucial aspect of learning in education. It contributes to increased cognitive development in an individual by helping them develop their judgments, evaluation of different situations as well as assisting them to improve on their problem-solving abilities. Most teachers use the traditional methods which involved the use of arts to help children ...

Description of BurnoutMost people spend a substantial amount of their time performing work-related tasks throughout their life.An individual’s job is of principal importance to their self-worth, identity and life. It therefore has the capability to enhance one’s wellbeing to great measures and also the potential to damage it. The concept of burnout suggests that at one point the person was fully committed and engaged in their work ...

Primary and secondary assessment modelJack, a 58-year-old male suffering from a heart condition was admitted one day ago. He has been experiencing shortness of breath for the last two days but he reports to be worsening on admission. Jack was diagnosed with myocardial infarction 1 year ago. He has also been experiencing chest pains and discomfort when performing his activities of daily living but he now experiences pain even at rest. On admiss...

How to Respond to Mr. Newcomb's RequestNursing profession just like any other jobs has some unique values roles and principles. Professional nursing principles and values are the cornerstones of both personal and professional success. The way an individual interacts with others reveals their genuine characters and behavior because actions speak louder than words. Healthcare professionals who have the strong value system and ethical standards a...

Critical ReflectionAging is a continuous process in a man’s life. Old age is a contradicting phase of a man’s life where he is weak on the outside while he is forged of steel on the inside due to the knowledge gathered all throughout his life. This assignment contains a face-to-face discussion with some older people. Through this discussion, they will be sharing certain significant things about their life. They will be sharing import...

Activities of Living related to Kyle’s ConditionIn this paper, I will present a patient that was placed under my care as a nurse. He was admitted to the pediatric ward with a whooping cough. The patient who is a two-year-old boy is named Kyle. He currently has symptoms of rhinorrhea (a runny nose), bloodshot red eyes, a temperature of 37degree Celsius and a paroxysmal cough (repetitive forceful coughs). The boy looks lethargic and apathe...

Overview of the Case Study1. Rosemarie Rizzo Parse can be recognized as the most recent and famous nursing theoretician in the world. The Human Becoming theory was earlier known as Man-Living-Health theory. According to the parse, the environment, human being and health are co-related. This theory is very helpful for the nurses as it provides proper guidance to check the condition of the patients. the theory of human becoming has nine concepts...

Patient’s History and Current InformationThere are various reasons that could necessitate an amputation of the limb(s). Type II diabetes mellitus is amongst the leading causes. After the amputation has been conducted, the affected patient requires high levels of consumer-centered care for the amputated limb to recover quickly. For amputations resulting from type II diabetes, the patient should also receive relevant care and education on ...

Risk factors for postoperative complicationsOsteoarthritis is a very serious health condition that can lead to total hip replacement surgery. Postoperatively, total hip replacement is associated with complications which usually develops following various risk factors. This paper will identify and explain the risk factors for postoperative complications for the client. The paper will identify and discuss one possible post-operative complication...

Critical analysisIn this assignment, the transition period of a nursing student to a professional nurse along with their occupational hazards is discussed in a brief mode. It is observed that passed students become enthusiasm to join in the nursing professionals, but this enjoyment becomes fade just after continuing three months to one year as a nursing professional. As a result, these turnover rates of nursing professionals are very high. Her...

Clinical IncidentAn 81 year old patient A, had been taken to a GP clinic with the complain of spending two nights of breathlessness when lying flat as well as shortness of breath all the time. In the primary investigation it was found that she was having fine crep at the base of both of the lungs and simultaneously elevated jugular venous pressure. Due to that, the medical practitioner gave her an oral Lasix and recommended for a clinical revi...

ShockThe current essay is a discussion on recognition and management of clinical deterioration in the hospitalized patient. The discussion is focused on a case presentation of Jedda Merindah, a 33-year-old male. He was admitted via the oncology unit where he was undergoing chemotherapy for acute myeloid leukemia. He presented with hypotension. On assessment he was anxious, restless, diaphoretic, cool extremities with a tachycardia of 118 beats...

Review of the ProblemThe healthcare sector comprises of a diverse range of patients and care givers entrusted with the responsibility of providing care to the patients (Davis, Lind & Sorensen, 2013). However, research studies have revealed that on account of excessive work load and work pressure a major dearth of burnout among the nursing professionals have been witnessed on a global scale (Drury et al., 2014). Typically the issues that ha...

Purpose of ArticleA short clear statement of the purpose of this article The purpose of the article is to offer guidelines to nursing students’ written reflections for students and educators An accurate, succinct account of the ideas, theories, research findings or arguments used in the article The authors seek to explore reflective writing from the viewpoint of the nursing student and the educator in nursing by considering various sect...

Identifying potential employment opportunitiesThe four key characteristics of team leader include (Bradley et al., 2013): Being able to leverage power and influence over the team Have  higher tolerance of  stress Have stronger grip on reality Making use of curiosity to learn constantly Through leveraging their power and influence, the team leader will be able to ensure not only a successful practicum experience but also work...