Comprehensive Focused SOAP Psychiatric Evaluation Topic: Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
S – Subjective Chief Complaint (CC): “I feel sad all the time and have no energy to do anything.” History of Present Illness (HPI): Patient reports persistent low mood, loss of interest in previously enjoyable activities, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating for the past 6 weeks. Symptoms are present nearly every day, lasting most of the […]
Comprehensive Focused SOAP Psychiatric Evaluation Topic: Bipolar Disorder
S – Subjective Chief Complaint (CC): “I feel like I’m either on top of the world or completely unable to get out of bed.” History of Present Illness (HPI): Patient reports alternating episodes of elevated mood, increased energy, decreased need for sleep, and impulsive spending lasting about 1–2 weeks, followed by periods of profound sadness, […]
The Relationship Between Social Media Use and Anxiety in Young Adults
1. Introduction Social media has become an integral part of daily life for young adults, offering platforms for communication, entertainment, self-expression, and information sharing. While these platforms provide opportunities for connection and identity exploration, research increasingly highlights their association with mental health challenges, particularly anxiety. Understanding this relationship is crucial for healthcare providers, educators, policymakers, […]
GWST 1102: Pop Culture Critique Essay Study Notes
GWST 1102: Pop Culture Critique Essay 1. Introduction Pop culture critique essays are a central component of GWST 1102 (Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies). They encourage students to analyze cultural texts—such as films, music, advertisements, social media, or fashion—through critical lenses that highlight issues of gender, race, sexuality, class, and power. The goal is not […]
Documentation for IV Insertion and Removal Using Gravity Tubing Study Notes
1. Introduction Intravenous (IV) therapy is a cornerstone of modern nursing practice, enabling the administration of fluids, medications, and nutrition directly into the bloodstream. Proper documentation of IV insertion and removal is critical for patient safety, continuity of care, and legal accountability. Gravity tubing, a simple and widely used method of infusion, relies on gravity […]