...Imagine that you are sitting in a restaurant looking over the menu. You are trying to decide what to order when suddenly, someone is yelling for help. You rush over to the nearby table and notice that a woman has gone into cardiac arrest. You immediately begin the steps of CPR until further help arrives. This scenario could happen anywhere and you will want to be prepared. Basic knowledge of CPR, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, is a vital skill everyone should possess in order to save lives. The first step in CPR is to check the scene around the victim. You will need to make sure the surrounding area is safe enough to perform CPR. Things that you should check for include: water spills, loose wires, sharp objects, and even other people. As...
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...University of Phoenix Material Health Care Museum This paper is a Health Care Hall of Fame Museum proposal, it’s composed of five exhibits Marine Hospital Service, Polio Vaccination, Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Electric Health Records (EHR). This part of the exhibit will cover the history, and how did it affect our current health care system. The second part talks about how does everything ties together. Part 1: Health Care Hall of Fame Museum Proposal |Development |Description |Analysis (How does the development affect the current U.S. health care system?) | |1. Marine Hospital |The "Decades Of Healthcare Service" (). In 1798, President John Adams signed into |The relevance of the Marine Hospital service is by the government recognized that | |Service |law the Act for the Relief of Sick and Disabled Seamen. Creating the Marine Hospital|the servicemen needed federal regulated healthcare. This service was centered to | | |Service. This plan marked the nation’s first pre-paid health insurance plan and was |providing medical care to our servicemen, it evolve to a big organization known as| | |the birth of the modern American medical system. During that time, twenty cents was |the Public Health Service. According to "U.s Department Of Health And Human ...
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...to keep a person breathing, reduce their pain or minimise the consequences of injury or sudden illness until an ambulance arrives. This could mean the difference between life and death for them. Basic life support (BLS) is a level of medical care which is used for victims of life-threatening illnesses or injuries until they can be given full medical care at a hospital. First aid is as easy as ABC – airway, breathing and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). In any situation, apply the DRSABCD Action Plan. DRSABCD stands for: • Danger: Always check the...
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...Success of the British Heart Foundation CPR advertisement including Vinnie Jones To: CEO of Prestigious Promotions From: Harry Anderson Terms of Reference: Within this report I will look at success of the BHF campaign looking at the variety of media they used and how successful each form of media was. Procedure: I will do this by looking at evidence gathered from the internet, look at the facts and figures of the campaign and come to an overall conclusion on the success of the campaign. The British Heart Foundation is the UK’s number one heart charity, founded in 1961. The charity was founded by a group of scientists concerned with the rising death rates from cardio vascular disease. The money raised from its 700 shops nationwide and donations go directly to scientists for research and development in cardio vascular diseases. Last year over £84 million pounds was given to scientists for research. A few of the promotional mix were used to achieve their goals and help them achieve a successful campaign. Firstly advertising was used in various ways for the campaign the advert launched on twitter and was a success with 53,000 shares within the first week. The advert was also launched on YouTube before it debuted. Furthermore the advert has over 4 million views on YouTube. To create Publicity for the campaign they used a celebrity in Vinnie Jones this creates excitement about the advert a draws people into watching it: creating publicity. Finally from the advert there...
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...| Master’s Prepared Nurse Interview | | 5/21/2014 | [Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of the document. Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of the document.] | When one interviews another about their career path, one learns many things about a person. This paper will be an interview with a person to be referred as Michelle Smith for writing purposes. While interviewing Smith, I realized that my nursing experience has mirrored hers in many ways. Various universities have similar missions and viewpoints. Nursing is truly a lifelong learning process; age does not determine when nurses stop learning. Summary of Nursing Career Smith is currently a master’s prepared nurse teaching in an associate level nursing program. Smith adopted a life learning path early in her career. She was an adult student in an associate level nursing program with a husband and two teenage daughters at home. In 1990, she graduated and she began working as a registered nurse. At this point in history, according to Smith, it was highly recommended that two years of medical-surgical experience be obtained prior to working in specialty areas. After working her two years on a medical-surgical unit, she transferred to an eight bed intensive care unit. “It was a different environment back then. If we had a code during the night we ran the code until the doctor made it...
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...rest between each set. CG group only had medication, analgesics, and anti-inflammatories2 . Differences were found with strength (1 RM capacity) in reverse fly, abdominals, squats, rowing, and triceps. (p<0.001)2 IG groups results were better in all, however, no differences between the groups for functional capacity evaluation using BASFI, HAQ-S, BASMI, SF_36, TUG, ASDAS, ESR and CPR dosages2. The Aquatic exercise (AE) group exercise program consisted of 20 sessions which were 5 sessions, 4 times a week in a swimming pool 32-33 degrees Celsius 3. The home base exercise (HBE) were shown a group of exercise once by a physiotherapist and then worked from a manual. All participants were assessed for pain, spinal mobility, disease activity, disability, and quality of life3. 69 AS patients were spilt into these 2 groups by a random selecting process. At the end of the study, AE pain and quality of life scores were better than the HBE group 3. Conclusion. There is no conclusive findings that one exercise modality is more effective for As patients, however, movement in general is, be it walking, cardio, stretching or strengthening all have benefits for patients with AS ...
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...is a legal document appointing a person to make decisions in behalf of the patient, when the patient is no longer able to do so. Do Not Resuscitate Directive (DNR), is a document that forbids or at least questions the benefits of a cardio pulmonary resuscitation and can only be written by Christine’s doctor. All of the above-mentioned documents, the nurse may suggest it as part of her role, to advocate and protect Christine from further pressure and stresses that may arise within or from family members. If the patient loses capacity to make decisions they can write a legal document, that stipulates their treatment preferences and the nurse must ensure is provided as requested. The legislation of these documents is variable from state to state; therefore the nurse must have an understanding of the state legislature, to be able to practice within her scope. As already mentioned, Do Not Resuscitate Directive is an order that states the wish of the patient, not to be given Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation, because it won’t be beneficial to the patient and is written by a doctor only. However, the nurse should be aware that there might be further legal implications. In such event the nurse must communicate and suggests cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with the patient, as meantime they might have changed their mind and want to be resuscitated, or the nurse should reconfirm it with family members, if applicable. (LeMone,...
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...1. Define first aid First aid is the provision of immediate care to a victim with an injury or illness, usually effected by a lay person, and performed within a limited skill range. First aid is normally performed until the injury or illness is satisfactorily dealt with (such as in the case of small cuts, minor bruises, and blisters) or until the next level of care, such as a paramedic or doctor, arrives. 2. State the purpose of first aid a) Preserve life - This includes the life of the casualty, bystander and rescuer. b) Protect the casualty from further harm - Ensure the scene is safe. c) Provide pain relief - This could include the use of ice packs or simply applying a sling. d) Prevent the injury or illness from becoming worse - Ensure that the treatment you provide does not make the condition worse. e) Provide reassurance 3. Principles of first aid a. Explain Identification First aid is the initial assistance or care of a suddenly sick or injured person. It is the vital initial care we all feel an impulse to give as soon as possible after an accident or illness. In an emergency situation it is crucial to be able to recognise the appointed first aider. We have a range of first aider identifications such as hivis waistcoats, armbands, badges and helmet labels. First aid is an important part of everyday life, both at home, work or at play. Everyone should learn first aid and be willing to administer basic care until emergency assistance...
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...NR522 High Fidelity Simulation Chamberlain College of Nursing Instructor Marjorie McDonough Kim C. Gomez Spring B 2015 Introduction The use of high-fidelity simulators in nursing education has been around for a long time. Simulation is the art of science and the recreating of a scenario in to a setting that is not real is one that has been an important aspect of nursing for decades. Although the manikin Resusci Anne was introduced to modern nurses practicing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the Mr. Chase doll was initially used in 1911 for nurses to practice their skills (Burns, O’Donnell, & Artman, 2010). Computers and technology have become instrumental in the delivery of nursing education. The use of high fidelity simulators, promotes problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills development (Stokowski, 2013). As high fidelity simulation is emerging to address the 21st century, clinical education in nursing must be aligned with the current trends without compromising patient safety and curriculum. This technology of simulation will foster learning as a catalyst into the new era of learning and critical thinking needed for the evolving profession of nursing. Some debate has been raised over replacing...
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...Instructions Complete the medical abbreviations chart. (Note that the medical abbreviations are the same as those highlighted in yellow in Jane Dare’s Health Record). In the second column, list what each of the individual letters in the abbreviation represents. In the third column define the context or meaning of the term that the abbreviation represents. Use simple terms. Finally, in the far right column, identify the source document. For example, face sheet, discharge summary, progress notes, or x-ray report. Abbreviation | Letters Represent | Context Definition or Application within the Patient’s Chart | Source Document | 1. ICD | International classification of diseases. | States the classification of coding use | Admission SummarySheet | 2. CM | Clinical Modification | Classification of coding use | Admission Summary Sheet | 3. N/A | Not Available | This information concerning the patient is not available | Admission Summary Sheet | 4. ER | Emergency Room | States where the patient was taken for medical care | History & Physical | 5. C/O | Complains of | She made complain of | History & Physical | 6. SOB | Shortness of breath | Symptoms she was having | History & Physical | 7. mg | Milligram | The dosage of medication used | History & Physical | 8. po | By mouth | Method the patient will take her meds | History & Physical | 9. tid | Three times a day | The amount of times the patient will take...
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...mobility challenges. For skin care, the nurses should reposition patient’s tube and catheters at least every two hours to prevent skin erosion; prevent excessive moisture accumulation in skin folds to prevent bacterial, fungal, and viral from growing; and provide diet rich in protein, vitamin, and mineral. For respiratory challenges, the nurses should position the patients in a semi-Fowler’s position, teach patients how to use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine, and understand the patient’s home treatment practices. For assessment and resuscitation measures, nurses should make sure the blood pressure is larger enough and fits properly around the patient’s arm and deflate the low-air-loss mattress before giving cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to the patient. For altered drug absorption, it is important for nurses to consider whether or not to use a longer needle when giving intramuscular injections to obese patients. For intravenous access, nurses should consider using a peripherally-inserted central catheter (PICC) or...
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...I certify that this assessment is the result of my own work and quotations and sources of information have been duly acknowledged in the text. In relation to confidentiality, the names of person(s) and placements (hospitals etc), have been changed. This work has not been submitted for any previous award. Date …17/5/2015……. Managing the Needs of Patients with Diabetes Mellitus LO1 Type 2 diabetes is a serious chronic condition affecting the body’s ability to regulate blood glucose levels. According to Diabetes UK (2012), there were 2.9 million people in the UK diagnosed with diabetes in 2012, and this is estimated to increase to 5 million by 2025. Up to 90% of people with diabetes are thought to be type 2. According to Diabetes UK (2006), many are unaware they have the condition and it can lead to long-term complications including eye problems, kidney disease, foot ulcers and cardiovascular disease. Gregg et al (2005), states advances in preventative medicine have seen an effective reduction in the burden of risk from hypertension and hyperlipidaemia but the incidence of diabetes has continued to rise, driving cardiovascular rates. There has been much done in recent years to identify people who are at high risk of developing diabetes. This assignment will discuss the link between diabetes, obesity and cardiovascular disease. It will also identify lifestyle and behaviour changes involving the multi-disciplinary...
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...|american River College | |Becoming a Police Officer: | |Hiring, Recruitment and Training | | | | | |Aaron Wade | |3-21-13 | | | Beginning the initial phases for Law Enforcement hiring Area One: Application. Before an initial application can be submitted, any potential candidate must look within themselves to see if they meet the most basic requirements. These requirements vary from department to department but the core essentials must...
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...to the four dimensions of profession nursing practice, including customer service, which demonstrates how Mrs. Moonjeli has met the expectations of her current Nurse II level. Dimension A: Practice Criteria: Practice, Ethics and Resource Utilization Practice: Mrs. Moonjeli has been in the Section of Cardiology since October 2014. During this time, her excellent clinical skills as a nurse and as a nurse practitioner continue to assist her in the provision of patient care in the following clinical areas: advanced heart failure clinic, heart transplant follow up clinic, Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) follow up clinic, structural heart disease and cardiovascular intervention clinic, cardiology walk-in clinic, and cardio electrophysiology and rhythm clinic. After a focused history and physical exam, she makes the initial medical as well as the nursing management of patients, which includes ordering the diagnostic and elective tests; ordering the appropriate consultation, and procedures based on the assessment, but are not limited to ordering medication, ordering and interpretation of laboratory data. The diagnostic cardiology testing includes electrocardiography, exercise stress testing, echocardiography, cardiac CT and MRI, nuclear stress test (signed by attending), pulmonary function test, cardiopulmonary function test, and diagnostic cardiac catherization. She also provides medical treatment of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, stable angina, determining...
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...Week commencing 17th September: Today I was asked by a staff nurse to assist her undertaking last offices for a patient whom I hadn’t taken care of previously in the day. The staff nurse talked me through what she was aiming to do, how she would treat the patient and feelings I may experience, as I had never seen or looked after a patient whom had passed away. As I entered the room I felt the cold breeze flow past me, I smelt a clinical smell as I came from behind the curtain too see a chalky grey, pail, yellow skinned outer shell of a thin lady lying on the bed. As I went around the opposite side of the bed the staff nurse asked me to help her to take the ladies hospital gown off after she had removed her catheter, check to make sure there were no pressure ulcers or bed sores and assisted to wash her from head to toe only exposing the body parts we were washing at the time. I held the lady towards me on her side as the staff nurse cleaned her back maintaining the ladies dignity at all times. We then replaced the hospital gown with on of the ladies own pretty pink collared one, I then held her head, which was heavy, very floppy and life less to comb her hair, the nurse carried on talking to the patient and informing her what we were doing. The nurse continued to ask me throughout the event if I was ok and needed to go out. I held the ladies cold blue fingertips and was expecting her to start breathing again, continuing to look across and seeing no movement on her chest. A tear...
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