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This study therefore aims to create a medical decision support system that is based on web services to improve medical decision support for efficiency and expedition.

One of the benefits of standardization is that it will promote innovation as various technology firms will compete towards having a perfect system that is user friendly and less prone to errors, and which will [...]

The use of the direct intracuff pressure technique, which required using a manometer to assess intracuff pressure, was not possible in the operating room as no manometer was available.

The life expectancy was shorter prior to the onset of research and studies that opened a floodgate to medical cures increasing health and extending life.

The purpose of this paper is to first identify the core practice competencies, and then list the procedure performance for dressing change, followed by the critical element of performance for dressing change.

The article titled, Perineal Injury in Nulliparous Women Giving Birth at a Community Hospital: Reduced Risk in Births Attended by Certified Nurse-Midwives, was prepared by Maureen Browne et al, who conducted a study to ascertain [...]

It is also necessary to carry out a test on the public health emergencies for this would help the department to be aware of the strengths and weaknesses which are in the system.

If the adrenal glands are damaged then it would result in the medical condition known as Addison's disease. Addison's disease is the outcome when there is damage to the adrenal cortex.

It is surprising that, in a mature person, the skeleton comprises of about 30-40% of the entire weight of the body where half of this is liquid majorly water. Compound bones in the human skeleton [...]

In realizing the objective of the study, the researcher investigates the morale of the nurse who works in the Rural and Remote Communities of Canada.

On the other hand, an aggregate is best described as the functional unit of a community. For instance, a community is broader in composition while an aggregate is part of a community.

She is active around the house and does her own laundry, cooks her own meals, and does much of her own housework.

Healthcare disparities can be explained as the differences or the inequalities that exist in the provision of medical care to various groups of people. The most significant theories in the US have been the theory [...]

The Health Care Foundation's vision is to work for the creation of a healthy community by ensuring that its people are healthy.

The motor-related symptoms of PD have been discovered to be as a result of the degeneration of nerve cells in a part of the mid brain.

According to Levin, the cost of medical provisions has been realized to increase and a further reduction in funding is thus expressed as a setback to the medical sector especially in the area of medical [...]

The Caribbean Women's Health Association, Inc has grown into a non-profit organization, whose role is to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals and the community at large.

Palmetto is governed by the mayor and the city council who are nominated by the citizens of the town. The external relationship of Palmetto Health Council with the communities in the located regions is good.

This research proposal will examine the aspects of wellness with regards to the dimensions of mental health and among the aged.

The content of the article describes how comprehensive education of patients on management of diabetes mellitus and foot care practices are central in the prevention of diabetic foot and amputation of lower limbs.

The main negative effect of the drug is that it is allergic to some people. Other effects are very dangerous and it is advisable to stop taking the drug immediately in case one of them [...]

The aim of this essay is to explore the concept of malaria as it applies to the category of human diseases Many people in the world are aware of many human diseases.

The country has experienced an escalating trend of the disease especially in the period between 2002 and 2004. Moreover, these sources further single out the age group 5-18 as the most prone to this deadly [...]

Even so, it has been noted that psychiatrists are victims of the decision by insurers to stop paying for patients' talk therapy.

An anaerobic threshold is the beginning of lactate accumulation in the bloodstream. Observing a graph of carbon dioxide production versus oxygen consumption, the anaerobic threshold is the point where there is a distinct change in [...]

In Weight-Bearing Standing abduction, the exercise is performed in the same manner as with the NWB but with the cuff weight now attached to the ankle of the moving leg.

In response to the demands with respect to scope, for example, laboratories have developed to offer a wider range of services that include analysis of services offered to patients besides the traditional testing that was [...]

Echinacea purpurea is a flowering plant mainly found in the native area of eastern North America. The plant was found to grow in areas of low density and can survive in tough weather conditions both [...]

However, the major weakness with this study is its choice of study that it uses for it reviews, this is because the entire research study is based on 6 studies which according to my opinion [...]

Diabetes is a disease caused by the inability of the body to control blood sugar because of the lack or inadequate production of insulin by the B cells of the pancreas.

The treatment of Otitis media has generally been perceived as a complicated form of treatment because the use of antibiotics is subject to other factors prevailing in the treatment of the disease.

At the same time, rights and duties of all stakeholders are not limited to the ones suggested in the code of ethics of the Jewish General Hospital.

In addition, therapeutic touch is not practiced in nursing due to lack of sufficient training among members of nursing staff. To explore barriers hindering the practice of therapeutic touch in nursing care.

Considering the demographics of this population group, this study seeks to carry out a community health analysis of the Houston Texas gay community, with a special emphasis on the health risks and health implications in [...]

Conversely, to achieve the goals, the Department focuses on harnessing talent and investing in human capital relative to needs, experience, and expectations of the clients as outlined in the Department's integrated objectives.

Scheduling system should also take care so as to even the work of employees. The health care should examine how to schedule their employees effectively so as to maximize utilization of facilities while meeting the [...]

It is important to argue that businesses are not safe from competition in any market setting; nonetheless, the initiation of good and well-strategized competitive advantages allows them to overcome rivalry and stay afloat in the [...]

The education is believed by many medical practitioners to decrease the length of stay in a health facility by providing the patients with substantial information on strategies to adopt to endure and go through psychological [...]

In the process of acquiring a design for a health facility it important to consider management and determine what action to take to effect effective use of the facility in the facility, when designing cater [...]

The purpose of this document is to provide information on the best procedure for cleaning a wound in order to ensure that the wound does not become infectious and at the same time assisting the [...]

The increasing prevalence of Autism in the United States and across the world is attracting great attention from the healthcare sector to design critical programs tailored to stem the disorder in terms of prevention, treatment, [...]

Failure to this may lead to the disempowering of patients; a move which may affect the recovery rate of the patient. It is the role of nurses and physicians to detect the mental disorders of [...]

Most of the respondents in the survey agreed on the fact and only 25% of the respondents strongly believed in the case that people ailing from chronic diseases are the best sources of information to [...]

This entails that the seeds of the sprouts be disinfected before they are planted and if any sprouts are infected in the process of growth, they should be eliminated to avoid further contamination.

The magnetic model was devised to distinguish hospitals that offer excellent working conditions for nurses and are looking out for ways of improving and adopting the best nursing practices. Moore is the leading healthcare institution [...]

At point A, it is a compromise, while at point C, there is perfect sensitivity identifying all the infected patients with HIV; however, the specificity is poor because those healthy patients are incorrectly identified as [...]

However, the transition from a student to the clinic is one of the challenging experiences faced by the students. The participants sought strategies in the last months and last stages of development.

According to a survey conducted by the Demographic and Health Department in 2007, the rate of population growth rate in Rwanda stands at 2.

Further examination of the Scifers and Menhart article neglects to mention any reference to proper upper extremity exercises for aging players and as a result it can be assumed that the same exercises applicable to [...]

One of the effects of female circumcision with respect to sex is the developed difficulty with respect to lubrication of the female genitals in readiness for sex.

The presence of gonorrhea infection was suspected because of the many symptoms which were present in the patient. It is caused by an overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the vagina.

This is informed by the fact that some of the issues that they raise are new to some of the medical practitioners.

The IHCWs partner with non-indigenous health professionals such as nurses to improve the health care and minimize the impacts of communication barriers in the performance of their duties.

In the above case, according to the findings of the ultrasound examination it is clear to state that chances of Sarah suffering from ovarian cyst are high.

General anaesthetic drugs have the ability to stimulate the vomiting centre in the brain, which explains the feeling of vomiting experienced by the patient.

It should be noted that food itself does not cause illnesses but what causes illnesses are the pathogens and bacteria present in food. There are several illnesses commonly referred to as food borne diseases that [...]

The paper will go on to elucidate on the average exposure and methods of sampling that can be carried out to check exposure to glutaraldehyde at the workplace.

In the effort to explain the above, the paper will include the differences in medical care between indigenous and non-indigenous categories.

The interior of a healthcare facility should be therapeutic in nature by using cheerful and varied colors so that patients and staff are not agitated. The design of a healthcare facility should also have an [...]

Applying principles of community-based health promotion it is important to focus on Type 2 diabetes and the people that are prone to acquiring this medical condition.

The sixth is using the model that works and testing it to check the level of effectiveness on the target model.

However, patients must also be incorporated into these awareness campaigns since a significant number of injuries and deaths from drug use occur due to their failure to use medications in the correct manner.

In the 1980s, delusions and hallucinations were added as signs of the disease. Researches in the 1960's show a link between cognitive reduction and the number of ailments in the brain.

The core reason for the program is to help the target population and it should fit in perfectly to the needs of that population.

In most countries, provision of quality health care is one of the key priorities of the government through the ministry of health.

In this case, the public health personnel are given the responsibility of ensuring that the population is fed with the right information concerning the step by step occurrences at the scene of the disaster.

The main goal of this paper is therefore to propose the implementation of a health promotion program for the adolescents in New Jersey as part of the community-based project. The health promotion program to be [...]

A multidisciplinary strategy can be observed and applied to the outpatient's supervision of the CHF conditions with the attempt to facilitate the functionality and to bring down the statistics of readmission of the CHF patients [...]

In her article "The Heart, Mind and Soul of Professionalism in Occupational Therapy", Wendy Wood presents the notion that one of the current concerns in OT is the endemic proliferation of the disheartened within the [...]

Knowledge of this concept can greatly enhance the ability of a therapist to improve on strategies that are already in place.

Secondly, socio-behavioral epidemiology is facing a lot to problems with keeping up with the drastic changes in the concept of health with the advent of technology which has influenced the demographic trends in the developed [...]

Due to the highly unstable and unpredictable nature of the viral agents, a lot of efforts have been concentrated on understanding the pattern of infections and illnesses of these viruses on the general human population.

The study of social-biological interface has helped to shape the life of Japanese who immigrated into United States, as it was unavoidable to adopt the new way of life in the new country.

In the hypoglycemic episode, the patient appeared confused and unaware of his surroundings, which is a sign of low blood glucose level. A timing mismatch in the administration of insulin mane and caloric intake contributed [...]

Before seeing the doctor, he was sweaty and a little shaky. To determine this I would ask his name and if he knows where he was at the moment.

It is the key stone of the contemporary medical imaging and is used to view almost all parts and organs of the human body.

The resistance has been attributed to use of the antibiotics in humans and animals where it is principally used in human husbandry.

Social ecology model is instrumental in the provision of a theoretical structure for the examination of a variety of backgrounds in several categories of research and conflict communication.

Bulimia is an eating disorder which is portrayed by binging on food and subsequently vomiting in several attempts of purging."removal of nutrients in form of purging entails forced vomiting, excessive exercise, laxative use, or fasting [...]

The information obtained from the analysis of the research findings are used by the healthcare organizations and policy makers to improve on the delivery of quality healthcare services to the people.

Generally, the higher the level of poverty, the worse the diet, and hence the higher the chances of developing diabetes. Consequently, a considerable disparity in the prevalence of diabetes occurs between communities with high levels [...]

The colon refers to the longest section of the large gut and the most low-down section of the digestive arrangement in the human body.

High BMI characterizing overweight and obesity is a risk factor for According to Key et al, healthy eating is second to lack of smoking in the prevention of cancers.

Yet, in the absence of viable legal mechanisms of vaccine allocation, declaring a Public Health emergency can give the Department of Health a strong advantage in its fight against the risks of H1N1 pandemics.

The risk of the disease was found to reduce more progressively with the increase in the level of coffee consumption. Some observers argue that the level of reduction in cases of PD amongst coffee drinkers [...]

In point of fact, Medical imaging provides the most perfect task of diagnostic to Ultrasound, whereas, the main usage of therapeutic Ultrasound is to treat the numerous types of diseases and disorders in human beings.

The modern study of clinical nutrition has come up with dietary reference intake that sets the daily nutrients required by the body to ensure optimal health and reduce the risks of chronic sickness.

The objective of the paper is to examine these challenges, and most importantly, the components that distinguish a healing hospital from a regular hospital and their relationship to spirituality.

Public health informatics is "the organized application of information and computer science and technology to public health practice, research, and learning to enhance and facilitate public health activities".

According to the International Journal of Obesity, mechanisms behind the acquisition of muscle strength and reduction of cardio-metabolic risk are likely due to changes in body composition.

2 Therefore FEV1 /FVC ratio = 4.2: 6. 2 = 4.2/6.

Thirdly, the number of instructors will be increased to cater to the increase in the number of nurses under the comprehensive education program.

Iron is a very important component of the circulatory system, especially in supplying blood to various body organs and tissues. In fact, the red color of blood is due to the strong bonds between Iron [...]

The study is a treatment trial aimed at designing the correct dose of GSK1120212. The trial is aimed at determining the dosage and regimen for MEK inhibitor that should be mixed with everolimus in order [...]

The study of immunology began during the mid-20th century after doctors and researchers began to comprehend the means through which the adaptive immune system helps the body to fight disease causing organisms.

In this case, emphasis is on the use of immunotherapy in cancer treatment, as well as the application of immunotherapy in Crohn's disease.

To undertake the process, the risk management program has the following areas to address; The fact that the major patients of the facility are old people means that there are high chances that they have [...]

This is because the needs of veterans are diverse and hence, they tend to be complex, but all the same, the program has managed to meet the needs of its members.

The main agendas of the system are as follows: Making their services quality through their members (members according to the company include staffs, community, suppliers, experts, and family of the patient; the definition also extends [...]

Veninga provides facts and assumptions to justify the importance of communication in nursing. Roman adds to this body of knowledge and provides recommendations to improve communication in the most problematic nursing situations.

Objectives to be derived through this include analyzing lifestyles factors responsible for emergence of periodontal and cardiovascular diseases; how increase of factors in one of the diseases may increase chances of the other disease emerging; [...]

In order to make a decision on which treatment option to apply, the practitioner has to conduct an analysis of the harms and benefits of each of the available options.

In "Leadership for Healthcare", Benington and Hartley Leadership model proposes a novel and coercive approach, with the aim of helping people gain an understanding of leadership as one of the major platforms for successful organizations.

Most importantly, the essay begins with a background analysis of diabetes prevalence in Australia and Middle East as well as the Pathophysiology of the disease.

Tricare has other services like Prime remote and Overseas that cater for service members when they are in areas not accessible to the care.

Sudden weight gain Sharp pain in the stomach especially on upper right side and around the ribs The condition can be detected through urine tests that check protein levels in the urine and using a [...]

The hospital should therefore create a policy that ensures all nurses, both new and current, are trained on the basic Tracheostomy management which should enable them to understand the definition as well as the purpose [...]

In general, the pathogenesis of sickle cell anaemia is by haemolysis, which is the rupture of cells within the spleen as a result of their distorted shape.

The mechanisms underlying the genetic predisposition to a particular disease are manifold and this concept is the challenging one to the investigators since the advent of Molecular Biology and database resources.

As is the case with other policies aimed at undertaking risk assessment for ACS, this policy comes with a flow chart demonstrating the steps to be followed in the therapeutic management of ischemic chest pain, [...]

The author of this book is the best person to have written a book in humanities. The book is mainly a managerial skills book and it is written with such care that the readers will [...]

There is also a need to give caregivers the chance to ask questions, and give answers to problems in hand offs; together with change-of-shift reports.

Researchers have shown that extracts from Swiss apple, Malus domestica, have regenerative effect on skin, and thus have utilized them in the production of apple stem cells from adult cells.

The city was chosen because of its strong cultural attachment to their environment and the strong belief of its inhabitants in traditional medication to cure their ailments.

The school acted as a representative of the other elementary schools in the country and the findings and recommendations are therefore applicable to other elementary schools.

The studies of Foreyt et al.and Olstad and McCargar both present the idea that childhood obesity begins from the ages of 2 to 5 and can actually be prevented provided that it be detected early [...]

Similarly, another study conducted in order to determine the prevalence rate of pressure ulcers in patients with spinal cord injuries and related conditions indicated that such persons were at a greater risk of getting pressure [...]

Research is important in identifying the best solution to a problem since it provides the evidence of existence of the problem and the best way to solve it.

As such, my objectives under this domain will be to demonstrate that i have the required knowledge base, i can account for my practice and function in a manner that conforms to the legal and [...]

Clinical nursing leadership is a new role in the paradigm of nursing developed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing mainly to prepare nurses with the necessary knowledge, skills and competences to operate in [...]