Risks in Healthcare Physical Environment That Increase Patient Fall Risk Patient falls are a serious problem in healthcare settings, affecting patient safety, quality of care, and healthcare costs. According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ), about one million patients fall in U.S. hospitals each year, and about 30% of those falls result […]
How Nurse Leaders Can Help in Facilitating Development Projects Nurse leaders play a vital role in facilitating development projects in the health care sector. Development projects are initiatives that aim to improve the quality, efficiency, effectiveness, and safety of health care services and outcomes. Some examples of development projects are implementing evidence-based practices, adopting new […]
Television’s Impact on the Patients’ Well-Being — Television is a common source of entertainment and information for many people, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, excessive television viewing may have negative effects on the physical and mental health of patients, as well as their quality of life. This paper will examine some of the evidence […]
Education to Improve Staff Competence in the ED Emergency department (ED) staff are often faced with complex and challenging situations that require high levels of competence, knowledge and skills. However, the ED environment is also dynamic and unpredictable, which makes it difficult to provide adequate and consistent training and education for the staff. Therefore, it […]
Nursing Care for Patients with ADHD Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that affects about 5% of children and 2.5% of adults worldwide. ADHD is characterized by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity that interfere with daily functioning and development. Patients with ADHD may face various challenges in their academic, […]
Students will receive an assigned chapter/portion of the American Military History Textbook and will provide a brief to their class on their scheduled date. The brief will not exceed 15 minutes and shall include the following:Chapter 5 of attached textbook Set the stage for what’s happening in the chapter. What relevant events are happening domestically […]
Addressing Medical Concerns in Child Abuse Victims Child abuse is a grave societal issue that affects millions of children worldwide. The physical and psychological consequences of abuse can be devastating, often leaving lasting scars on the victims. In addition to the immediate trauma, child abuse can also lead to various medical concerns that require careful […]
Ethical Dilemmas in End-of-Life Care End-of-life care is a critical aspect of healthcare that focuses on providing comfort and support to individuals nearing the end of their lives. It involves addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs while respecting the autonomy and dignity of the patient. However, this field is not without its ethical challenges. In […]
Is X-ray Care Causing More Harm Than Good? X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation that can penetrate the human body and produce images of bones, organs, and other structures. X-rays are widely used in medicine for diagnosis, treatment, and research. However, x-rays also carry some risks, such as exposure to ionizing radiation, which can […]
How do phobias affect people’s personalities? Phobias are anxiety disorders that involve excessive and persistent fear of a specific object, situation, or social interaction. People with phobias may experience various emotional and behavioral effects that can interfere with their daily functioning and quality of life. Some of the common emotional effects of phobias are: – […]
