Constipation Case Study (R.H., 74): Definition, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms, and Anemia
Gastrointestinal function case study: R.H., a 74-year-old woman with new constipation, nighttime heartburn, aluminum hydroxide and naproxen use. Constipation defined, risk factors, recommendations, compatible signs and symptoms, and whether to consider anemia.
Protein Malnutrition and Edema in an Older Adult: Pathophysiology Case Study (Genetics, Symptoms, Physiologic Response and Cells)
An 83-year-old nursing home resident with malabsorption and no dentures presents with generalized edema and ascites from protein malnutrition. Pathophysiology explained: the role of genetics, why edema occurs, the physiologic response, the cells involved, and how age, gender and genetics change the response.
Concept Map and Plan of Care for Mr. Jackson: Hypertensive Intracerebral Hemorrhage Case Study
Case study: Mr. Jackson, 38, presents with altered level of consciousness and a large frontal lobe bleed after untreated hypertension. A concept map and full nursing plan of care for hypertensive intracerebral hemorrhage.
Triple Aim vs. Quadruple Aim: Elements, the Connection With EBP, and Four Measures for Each Aim
The Triple Aim and the Quadruple Aim explained: the four elements, how evidence-based practice might (or might not) affect each aim, the connection between EBP and the Quadruple Aim, and four measures each for patient experience, population health, costs and the work life of healthcare providers.
Giger and Davidhizar’s Transcultural Assessment Model: Complete Guide and Case Study
A comprehensive guide to Giger and Davidhizar’s Transcultural Assessment Model and its six cultural phenomena, with a case study of a Somali-American Muslim patient with diabetes showing how culture shapes decision-making, adherence, communication, interventions and education.