NAME – Miah Zavarro   AGE – 21 MONTHS   HEIGHT – 2’7″ (79CM)   WEIGHT – 23.0LB (10.5KG)   CHIEF COMPLAINT – SWOLLEN HANDS AND FEETS IN A 21 MONTH OLD

Plagues to Patients Throughout history, humans have battled outbreaks of disease; many lost their lives to diseases before treatments and cures were discovered. Modern science and medicine have become efficient in developing vaccines and medications to control and treat the outbreaks, but whether or not the diseases will ever truly be eradicated is in question. […]

Dietary Likes and Dislikes Awareness Our nutrition and eating patterns are shaped by our perceptions of food; what we have learned to like and dislike, what we feel is healthful, and it is even formed by our family, cultural, and religious beliefs.   For this discussion, list five foods/liquids you like and five foods/liquids you […]

Macronutrients and Their Impact Create a PowerPoint presentation of no more than 15 slides that reflect your understanding of the three macronutrients discussed in this module: Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Proteins. Be creative!   Each slide should include information about each macronutrient.   Definition of the macronutrient inclusive of its function and structure   Where they […]

Your final course project is now due. This paper will include all of the components you have developed over the course, and it should also include changes suggested by your instructor. Proofreading and formatting are essential prior to submission.   The requirements for your Project include the following:   Must be 6-8 pages.   Must […]

Assessing and Treating Patients With Sleep/Wake Disorders Sleep disorders are conditions that result in changes in an individual’s pattern of sleep (Mayo Clinic, 2020). Not surprisingly, a sleep disorder can affect an individual’s overall health, safety, and quality of life. Psychiatric nurse practitioners can treat sleep disorders with psychopharmacologic treatments, however, many of these drugs […]

Nurse E-Portfolio – Final Course Entry In this final entry into your Nurse E-Portfolio for this course, you continue to have opportunities for reflective practice. In this entry you expand your understanding and knowledge of nutrition. Using the e-portfolio format, answer the following questions. Make sure you spend some time thinking about the answers to […]

For this project assignment, submit a 1-page status of your Project. It may be helpful to use the outline you submitted earlier as your guide. Identify the parts of your project you have completed and those that still need work. Identify areas in which you are experiencing any difficulty and the ways you will plan […]

As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, you will likely encounter patients who suffer from various mental health disorders. Not surprisingly, ensuring that your patients have the appropriate psychopharmacologic treatments will be essential for their overall health and well-being. The psychopharmacologic treatments you might recommend for patients may have potential impacts on other mental health conditions and, […]

Assessing and Treating Patients With Psychosis and Schizophrenia   Psychosis and schizophrenia greatly impact the brain’s normal processes, which interfere with the ability to think clearly. When symptoms of these disorders are uncontrolled, patients may struggle to function in daily life. However, patients often thrive when properly diagnosed and treated under the close supervision of […]