Ionizing Versus Nonionizing Radiation   Discuss the risks and benefits to society associated with the use of devices that produce radiation (ionizing and nonionizing), and the similarities and differences between ionizing and nonionizing radiation, including examples and how each one is measured.   What are the health effects of each one, and when does exposure […]

Zoonotic Diseases   Select and conduct public health research on a zoonotic and/or vector-borne disease.   Present an overview of your findings, including a summary of the disease (symptoms, diagnosis, etc), how it is transferred, treatment options and prognosis, statistical data on prevalence, and/or general locations.   DDT   Discuss some of the concerns that […]

Environmental Policy   Evaluate what is meant by the term environmental policy.   In addition, research two examples of specific environmental policies that have been developed in the United States within the past 40 years that have a direct and/or indirect impact on population health.   How are these policies being monitored and/or implemented throughout […]

Why is there increasing emphasis on nutrition and exercise for middle aged and aging families? Why is it more significant than 30 years ago?   Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at least one scholarly source other than the textbook. Please reply to at least two classmates. Replies […]

Three Ps   Describe the three Ps that are principal determinants of health worldwide.   Analyze and discuss how the three Ps could be considered interrelated characteristics.   Can you think of other consequences of the three Ps that are not discussed in the textbook?   Environmental Health Hot Topics   Compile and present five […]

In general, what findings in the physical assessment of a healthy older adult do you expect to be different than that of a healthy 35-year-old?   DQ1 UMBO – 2   DQ1 PLG – 5   DQ1 CLO – 6

As nurses we complete physical assessment on a routine basis, even though they are typically focused assessments. What type of technology have you seen utilized in your assessment process that assists in your effectiveness to communicate findings both orally and written format? If no technology, how do you ensure effective communication for assessment findings?   […]

Older adults (OA) are at risk for potential hazards of hospitalization, these include: immobility, delirium, medication side effects, malnutrition, pressure ulcers, procedures, peri- and postoperative periods, and hospital-acquired infections and more. Discuss in detail three potential hazards for this population while in the hospital and identify potential prevention strategies for each hazard.   Your initial […]

As nurses, we need to find effective ways to handle our stress. Explain how stress has affected you personally. How do you manage stress in your life? Are there other activities you could incorporate into daily routine to reduce stress?   Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at […]

Respiratory Concept Lab, Cough Focused Exam, and Shadow Health Respiratory. Submit your Lab Pass for the Respiratory single-system exam.   You will complete the exercise above via ShadowHealth© assessment, you may attempt each exercise as often as you would like. Once you have achieved at least 80% for each exercise, please download and save the […]