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It is about herbal medications. Do you think they need more stringent controls? Do you think...

It is about herbal medications.
Do you think they need more stringent controls? Do you think they are safe to take without a doctor's knowledge? Are they better/worse or the same as OTC medications? Have you taken herbal meds? If so, did they work?
Included in your post, please report 2 herbal product brands with their indications.

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A 58 y/o female visits the Health center due to palpitations. Medical background: • H/O myocardial...

A 58 y/o female visits the Health center due to palpitations.

Medical background:

H/O myocardial infarction in the past and with left ventricular failure, on the following medication:
o Valsartan 80 mg OD
o Furosemide 40 mg OD
o Spironolactone 25 mg OD
o Isosorbide dinitrate PRN
History of Dyslipidemia since 10 yrs, on
o Atorvastatin 10 mg OD
Non- Diabetic

History of present illness:

Present condition started few weeks now with palpitations associated with some giddiness, no associated chest pains, cold sweating nor malaise/fever.

Pertinent On Examination:

BP 105/70mmhgPR 96/minRR 21/minTemp: 36.7 C

No anemia

Cardiac: mild tachycardia, irregular rhythm, no murmur

Lungs: Bibasilar crepitation

No edema

ECHO done Ejection fraction 45% with LA and LV, no clots seen

ECG: atrial fibrillation

IMPRESSION:

IHD (ischemic heart disease), CHF(congestive heart failure) , atrial fibrillation w/ normal ventricular respond

INVESTIGATIONS:

a. CBC/LFT/RFT/TFT/CRP/Lipids/Trop I/CKMB if needed
b. Chest XRAY
c. Echo after 6 months to 1 year

Discharge with additional meds:

1. Digoxin 0.25 mg,1 tab OD
2. Aspirin 81 OD

QUESTIONS

1. Explain the pathophysiology process of Myocardial Infraction?
2. Explain how the signs and symptoms of Myocardial Infraction develops.
3. What is the clinical significance of doing cardiac enzymes for the patient with MI?
4. List at least two complications of MI and explain how they develop?

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The nurse has taught a client with active pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following statements...

The nurse has taught a client with active pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). Which of the following statements by the client would indicate a correct understanding of the teaching? Select all that apply. 01. "I should expectorate secretions into a disposable tissue and dispose of the tissue in a plastic bag." O2. "I will keep my dishes and eating utensils separate from those of other family members." 03. "I should have a TB skin test again in 6 months." 04. "I will receive prescribed medication for at least 6 months." 05 "I should take the TB medication as long as the symptoms occur." "I will limit my daily activities until I am no longer feeling so tired."

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What does an extraordinary nurse look like to you?

What does an extraordinary nurse look like to you?

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Show how you multiply 5 3/4 inches by 2.54cm.

Show how you multiply 5 3/4 inches by 2.54cm.

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Describe the healthcare systems in Turkey in term of: Funding Future challenges regarding the healthcare system...

Describe the healthcare systems in Turkey in term of:

  • Funding
  • Future challenges regarding the healthcare system both financially and politically.
  • Some of the positive and negative aspects of both public and private healthcare funding

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explain regarding postpartum care

explain regarding postpartum care

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DISCUSSION 1) Which is more important, knowing blood type or knowing cholesterol level? 2) What is...

DISCUSSION

1) Which is more important, knowing blood type or knowing cholesterol level?

2) What is the difference between blood chemistry and blood serum?

3) How does diet affect the course of diabetes mellitus and coronary heart disease?

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Construct a good research problem about Public Ordinance and “Stay at Home”: Perceptions and Awareness to...

Construct a good research problem about Public Ordinance and “Stay at Home”: Perceptions and Awareness to Combat Covid 19

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Give a few sentences about public health advocacy and ethics.

Give a few sentences about public health advocacy and ethics.

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Nurses play a vital role in prevention of disease and promotion of health. You have been...

Nurses play a vital role in prevention of disease and promotion of health. You have been asked to teach about the healthy eating habits to prevent iron and iodine deficiency disorders to a group of pregnant mothers.



Discuss the components of your health teaching in the prevention of iron and iodine deficiency disorders.


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Please answer the following questions below. 1. Briefly discuss the hospital surveillance system that exists in...

Please answer the following questions below.

1. Briefly discuss the hospital surveillance system that exists in the Philippines,  and how SARI surveillance can be incorporated into an existing system or a new system in order to create a sustainable program.

2. Briefly discuss the flow of information within the SARI surveillance system in the Philippines. If your country has yet to establish a SARI surveillance system, discuss how you envision the information flow will be.

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Nurses play a vital role in prevention of disease and promotion of health. You have been...

Nurses play a vital role in prevention of disease and promotion of health. You have been asked to teach about the healthy eating habits to prevent iron and iodine deficiency disorders to a group of pregnant mothers.



Discuss the components of your health teaching in the prevention of iron and iodine deficiency disorders.(Do not copy from the internet)

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SCHISTOSOMIASIS A. Patient’s Profile Name: R.B.S. Age: 51 Gender:Male Date of Birth: January 21, 1968 Religion:...

SCHISTOSOMIASIS

A. Patient’s Profile

Name: R.B.S.

Age: 51

Gender:Male

Date of Birth: January 21, 1968

Religion: Iglesia ni Cristo

Occupation: Security Guard

Marital Status: Married

Date of Admission: September 01, 2020

Time of Admission: 1:00 PM

Chief Complaint: Vomiting of blood and melena

Final Diagnosis: Anemia secondary to upper gastrointestinal bleeding, secondary to 1) bleeding esophageal varices; 2) chronicliver disease; 3) schistosomiasis; 4) bleeding peptic ulcer

History of Present Illness: Patient R.B.S. is known to have chronic liver disease, had upper gastrointestinal bleeding, portal hypertension, schistosomiasis but he claimed to have stopped treatment due to personal reasons. Until 1 day prior to admission, he had black tarry stool for four times day with 2-3cups/bout associated with vomiting of blood with 3-4cups/bout for four times. A few hours prior to admission patient R.B.S. had body weakness, persistence of vomiting which prompted consultation, leading to admission.

Past Medical History Patient R.B.S. has chronic schistosomiasis and chronic liver disease. He was hospitalized in 2013 and 2018 because of peptic ulcer disease. He has no allergy to food and medication.

Family History (+) Schistosomiasis -father side

Personal and Social History Patient R.B.S. smokes half (½) pack of cigarettes per day (18.5 pack years). He drinks alcohol occasionally. He likes to eat fatty foods. He worked as a jail guard since 1978 and as a security guard from 1998 up to the present.

Admission Order Patient R.B.S. was admitted on September 01, 2020at around 1PM at VMC with a chief complaint of vomiting of blood and melena. He was maintained on NPO and hooked to PNSS 1L x 100 cc/hr. He was ordered to undergo for CBC, FBS, whole abdominal ultrasound, chest x-ray, urinalysis, fecalysis, SGOT, SGPT, and ALP. Informed consent was secured. Transfused at least 2 units packed RBC, properly checked and cross matched. Intake and output to be monitored every 8 hours every shift. The following medications were given: omeprazole 8g TIV as bolus, metoclopramide 10mg every 8 hours, praziquantel 1 day 2x a day for 3 months, tranexamic acid 500mg q8 and 500cc to run for 6 hours; latest VS as follows: BP: 90/50, PR 104, RR 22, Temp 36. 5. The following day, upon assessment, patient R.B.S. was awake, conscious and coherent, not in distress; vital signs were taken. He had no edema, but with melena and hematemesis. He was placed on bed comfortably and hooked on PNSS 1L x 80cc/hr. He was advised to have soft-diet followed by diet as tolerated. Facilitated blood transfusion of 1 packed RBC then secured 3 more units of packed RBC, properly typed and cross matched. For follow-up whole abdominal ultrasound and EGD schedule. CBG monitoring was done. The following medications were added and given: ciprofloxacin 500mg BID, insulin sliding scale and vitamin K 10mg IV, every 8 hours and continued medications as ordered. He was endorsed for continuity of care and management. On the third day, at 10:00AM, patient R.B.S. was still in Male Medical Ward. Upon taking a physical assessment patient was awake, conscious and coherent; vital signs checked and recorded as follows: BP: 100/70, PR: 84, RR: 18, Temp. 36°C. He had no edema, but appeared weak, looked pale, and had epigastric pain. Facilitated giving of medications; continued all medications as ordered previously. Health teachings imparted and emphasized the importance of maintaining good hygiene and healthy lifestyle. Advised the patient to take a bath regularly, have time to do simple exercise, eat healthy food and kept safe and comfortable.

GIVE 3 MAIN FOCUS OF NCP PF THE PATIENT.

(Assessment, Nursing diagnosis, Background knowledge/Scientific explanation, Planning, Intervention and Rationale, Evaluation)

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how does marijuana affect the body system ? (500 words)

how does marijuana affect the body system ? (500 words)

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