...Cardiovascular Disease Your name here HCA/240 1/20/2012 Jacqueline Frazier Cardiovascular Disease Cardiovascular disease is a serious disease and remains the biggest cause of deaths worldwide. The rates have decreased over the past two decades, but the percentage of premature deaths is still higher than any other disease. There are some things to look out for when looking for what causes cardiovascular disease. From atherosclerosis which is plaque buildup in the arteries and high cholesterol or the LDL levels are some things to look for. There is also high blood pressure, obesity, and stress can all effect cardiovascular disease. There are some symptoms that you can look out for when trying to diagnose if you may have cardiovascular disease. Some symptoms include chest pain, chest discomfort, pain in one or both arms, shortness of breath, dizziness, faster heartbeats, nausea, abnormal heartbeats, and feeling very tired. If you find that you may have it or have been recently diagnosed with cardiovascular disease there are some management options for you. Since cardiovascular disease is treatable some things they may have you do is change your diet regimen. Eating heart healthy foods like your whole grains, fruits, and vegetables is a great start. Also choosing smaller amounts of fats in your foods will help your heart. Another big thing is to limit the amount of cholesterol in your diet and eating regularly by not skipping meals. Also limiting the amount of salt you...
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...Group project – Essay Supporting the article: According to the popular science theory of cholesterol, foods that are rich in animal fat and cholesterol can cause the artery walls to thicken, thus impairing blood flow. This condition is called atherosclerosis. But the question is, is it the high cholesterol that causes the artery walls to thicken, thus creating the potential for a heart attack? LDL is a lipoprotein that enables transport of lipids through the bloodstream. LDL has been regarded as a predictor of heart disease. LDL is regarded as the kind of cholesterol that is deposited into the artery and causing the formation of a thick substance that blocks the bloodstream. It is a popular theory, that the cholesterol we get from eating food, is affecting the cholesterol in the blood, so that the arteries are blocked. However, studies have shown that your LDL level is not necessarily the cause of heart disease, but merely a symptom. The article points to Christopher Gardner, a researcher at the Stanford University School of Medicine, who says that high LDL, is an "overblown risk factor" for heart disease. The article goes on to say that science has been unable to find a link between consuming saturated fat and heart disease. The article suggests that an increasing number of studies have started to raise doubts about the presumption that elevated levels of cholesterol leads to heart disease. This is accurate, even if these studies aren’t pointed out in the article, they...
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...a. Drug action b. Typical side effects c. Route of administration d. Recommended dose e. Individual factors that can alter the drug’s effects and elimination f. Auxiliary labels 1. Vicodin a. used to relieve moderate to severe pain b. nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine c. supplied in tablet form for oral administration d. usual adult dosage is one or two tablets every four to six hours as needed pain, total daily dosage should not exceed 8 tablets e. brain disorder, breathing problems, kidney disease, liver disease, mental abuse, history of drug or alcohol abuse f. 2, 4, 5, 8 2. Zocor a. used to help lower bad cholesterol and fats and raise good cholesterol in the blood b. muscle pain, stomach pain, nausea, yellowing of the skin or eye c. supplied in tablet form for oral use d. usual dosage is once daily e. liver disease, kidney disease, alcohol use f. 2, 4, 5, 8 3. Prinivil a. used in combination with other medication to treat high blood pressure b. cough, dizziness, headache, diarrhea, runny nose c. supplied in tablet form for oral use d. usual dosage is once daily e. heart or kidney disease, diabetes, lupus f. 2, 4, 5, 8 4. Synthroid a. used to treat hypothyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone b. weight loss, tremor, headache, nausea, diarrhea, stomach cramps c...
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...Heart disease and stroke Goal Improve cardiovascular health and quality of life through detection, prevention, and treatment of risk factors for heart attack and stroke. The leading adjustable risk factors for heart disease and stroke are: High blood pressure High cholesterol Diabetes Cigarette smoking Overweight and obesity Poor diet and physical inactivity The risk of Americans dying from cardiovascular disease would be significantly reduced if major improvements were made across the U.S. population in diet, physical activity, control of cholesterol and high blood pressure, smoking and drinking cessation, and appropriate aspirin use. Cardiovascular health is very much influenced by the physical, social, and political environment, including: Maternal child health: Encompass the health of women, children, and families across the life course. This approach embraces the principles of health equity, cultural competence, community empowerment, and social determinants of health in a family-centered, intergenerational approach to maternal and child health. Promotion of healthy kids and families: Availability of healthy foods, extracurricular activities in schools and physical education can do much by improving physical strength thereby reducing overweight and increasing strength and stamina. Encourage kids to develop safe and healthy habits to prevent disease and injury. Make them aware of eating nutrients for growth. To stay healthy, be active...
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...part of the overall assessment of the patient . Joint Commission does not provide with an assessment tool, but provides with certain guide lines for creating assessment tools depending on the organization and type of patients served. Using these guidelines the author develops an assessment tool and completes spiritual assessment on one of the patient in her hospital, to identify the needs, hopes, resources and possible outcomes regarding spirituality and determine appropriate actions necessary to address those issues. In the given assignment, the spiritual assessment was done on one of the Author’s assigned patient in the hospital. The patient assessed was Mr. Y, 67 years old, white American Male, came to the hospital with an Acute Myocardial Infarction, had an open heart surgery 6 days ago, and is in the recovery process. He was cooperative and agreed for...
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...Abstract This paper will present with a patient’s case study revelations throughout her recent heath problems. It will discuss the patient’s underlying disease of diabetes mellulitiis. The six body systems affected by this disease will be discussed and the major pathophysiologic concepts within each system will be elaborated on. Our Patient’s Case Study Revelelations Our patient is a 62 year old female with cellulitis of her right lower leg. This patient has a history of smoking three packs a day for 40 years and unfortunately has admitted to smoking again. She has high blood sugar; however, she cannot remember the name of the medication she is taking for it. She has a “touch” of high blood pressure and claims she controls her hypertension by eating a low salt diet. Her husband passed away 14 years ago and she states that she misses him very much. As the weeks continue, our patient is experiencing dyspnea upon rising in the morning. She has bilateral diminished lung sounds along with crackles. Our patient’s condition continues to worsen and she is diagnosed with congestive heart failure. She is complaining of pain in her extremities and abdomen. Her lab work shows azotemia, red blood cells and protein in her urine, and elevated blood glucose level. The fluid buildup continues in her lungs and her urine output is minimal. Heart failure and fluid volume excess seems evident, as well as, her renal system appears to be impaired. Underlying Disease This patient’s...
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...Fast food vs home-cooked meals Today most of us eat out in fast food restaurants than we do at home, this could cause a variety of health issues, like high blood pressure and obesity. Fast food contains a poor nutritional value and is contributing toward growing obesity among population in America. Although fast food is convenient, inexpensive, and is basically a cultural phenomenon, we as a society need to stop eating fast food because it has increased health problems and has taken away from family values, destroys the environment, and has created a food economy dominated by giant corporations. In the United States today, obesity has become an enormous problem. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 34% of adults in America are obese, while the number of obese children in America is at 17%. Undoubtedly, America has become an unhealthy nation, too busy with video games and cell phones to be concerned with nutrition and health. Obesity in America is the second leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. An estimated of 400,000 Americans deaths per year may be attributable to poor diet and lack of physical activity. The problem begins with our children they are easily influenced and raised by their families who serve as their role models. Fast food and advertising targeted at children successfully contributes to the obesity. Obesity can begin at a very young age. America is now filled with overweight...
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...If the person has no symptoms but has taken a potentially dangerous poison, you should also call a poison control center or go to the nearest emergency department for an evaluation. Poison is anything that kills or injures through its chemical actions. Most poisons are swallowed. But poisons can enter the body in other ways: By breathing , Through the skin, By IV injection, From exposure to radiation, or Venom from a snake bite. There are many different poison and there is a way for treating many of them. If you exposed areas with rubbing alcohol next, wash the exposed areas with water only, take a shower with soap and warm water, lastly put gloves on and wipe everything you had with you, including shoes, tools, and your clothes, with rubbing alcohol and water.are exposed, according to the FDA, you should quickly (within 10 minutes), you should first, cleanse Treatment of poisonous snake bites involves thorough cleansing of the wound and observation of the victim to determine whether symptoms suggestive of evenomation develop over time. In most cases of poisonous snake bites, an antivenin is given, preferably by intravenous administration. For rattlesnake, cottonmouth, and copperhead bites, Antivenin Polyvalent (ACP) equine derived antivenin was the standard treatment in emergency departments for many years. ACP, however, is known to cause a number of potentially severe allergic reactions because of its equine origin. In 2000 the U.S. FDA approved the sheep-derived antivenin...
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...Utilization Paper An ongoing discussion for many years now has been on men’s health. There have been discussions regarding the lack of men making and keeping appointments with their physicians as well as acquiring a physician before receiving a diagnosis leaving life changing results and the need of seeking health care. We know that men usually refuse to simply visit a doctor unless he is already badly feverish and unstable or lying on his sick bed. Responses such as the situation of that it will take care of itself, or the hours worked will not allow him to see the doctor right now, and he will go when it is necessary always has been a valid excuse in their opinion. After the time that the appointment is made, he is already worse than he would have been if he went before the symptoms occurred or at the early onset of any indications of sickness. Researches show that the life expectancy of men as compared to women is five years if comparing to life at birth, and three years difference if the comparison is when both genders are 65 years old. Women are known to seek health care and remain consistent as long as she lives. “In United States, men are more likely to be regular and heavy alcohol drinkers, heavier smokers who are less likely to quit, non-medical illicit drug users, and are more overweight compared to women. Men are less likely to utilize health care visits to doctor's offices, emergency departments (ED), and physician home visits than women. They are also less likely...
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...The Aortic Arch When I was a little girl my mother would take me by the hand, tugging me towards our secret place. Together we would skip down the old yellow path, weeds tickling our feet. I still remember how her eyes would flash with laughter and the way her long blonde hair would sway from side to side as we made those trips to the garden. Together we would turn the soil, letting the buried earth meet the sky. We pressed seeds deep down and the garden flourished. A myriad of colours and scents pressed for attention; roses, lavender, lilies, daffodils, peonies, poppies, tulips. When we finished we would lie down on the rich ground together with the worms and ladybugs, birds and bees. “Do you hear it?” she would ask turning towards me. Pressing my ear to the dark earth I did; the steady pulse of the roots, the sighing sound of buds as they curl upwards towards the light. “Magic!” I’d say smiling. And she would smile back “Yes Sera, the magic of life.” It has been a long time since my mother and I spoke of magic. Our garden, withered, from years of neglect, the bed once filled with flowers now the home of weeds. Her hair is also long gone, the price paid for hope as she underwent chemotherapy for the cancer she thought she had beaten. She doesn’t laugh with me anymore either...only with them, in that room where I can never truly belong, where the failing body seems to create a bond stronger than family. I wish I was in that room too. School no longer held answers. People...
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...Eli Samaan Professor Seplow Persuasion 2/21/2013 Benefits of Chocolate I. Attention: A. I will provide an anecdote of how my mom always prevented me from eating chocolate because its bad for you. II. Need: A. The problem that exists is that chocolate has a bad reputation even though it does provide a lot of benefits to your health. People are bombarded with information saying that chocolate has too much sugar, caffeine, saturated fats, and lead. This can lead to obesity, addiction, high cholesterol, and lead poisoning. B. Even though this is true, everything must be enjoyed in moderation. Having small amounts of chocolate a few times a week can be more beneficial than detrimental to your health. However, not enough people are enjoying these because they see chocolate as a guilty pleasure. III. Satisfaction: A. By the end of the presentation, I hope you guys learn that chocolate doesn’t have to serve as a “tease.” In fact, you can enjoy chocolate while maintaining a healthy diet. B. Personally, I always have found history as one of the most useful techniques in getting any point across. Therefore, I did some research on chocolate and if it was ever used as medicine and it was. According to Louis E. Grivetti, medicinal use of chocolate dates back 500 years throughout Europe and America using it to treat dozens of conditions like tuberculosis, anemia, and kidney stones. Research about chocolate has been going on for years and doctors have...
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...Improving Outcomes in Sepsis Patients in the Emergency Department Sepsis is a left threatening illness that affects millions of people each year. The Center of Disease Control reports sepsis as the 10th leading cause of death in the United States (V). For adults age 65 and over hospital admission because of sepsis have increased 48%. The body’s immune system switches into “high gear” which overwhelms the body’s normal blood flow and oxygenation of tissues throughout the body. This process, if not treated in time, can quickly lead to organ failure and death. Approximately one third of people diagnosed with sepsis die from it. The role of emergency departments throughout the country has become vitally important to the early detection and treatment of sepsis. With the implementation of sepsis protocols in the emergency department the mortality of patients with sepsis admitted through the ED is significantly lower. The word sepsis is commonly used to diagnose patients, but the debate continues as to the true definition. The word sepsis comes from the Greek meaning decay or to putrefy.” (A). Sepsis is a general term that is applied to patients that develop clinical signs of infection. Unlike other diseases sepsis is not diagnosed by the location or type of microbe involved in the infection. Some of the criteria used to diagnose sepsis are abnormalities of body temperature, pulse, respirations, and white blood cell counts. Some symptoms that are common in septic patients...
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...Review of Literature in Three Levels of Health Promotion Health Promotion A motivational quote from the Earl of Derby, says it straight forward, “Those who think they have no time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness”(Lavie, C.J. & Milani, R.V., 2011) Illness also referred as disease, is defined as “the failure of a person’s adaptive mechanisms to counteract stimuli and stresses adequately, resulting in functional or structural disturbances” (Edelman & Mandle, C. (2010. p7). Adjacent to disease is health, which requires the accountability of an individual to support their physical, mental, spiritual and social well- being to live a well and meaningful satisfying life. This corresponds with health promotion, when nurses” help people change their lifestyle to move toward a state of optimal health” (Edelman & Mandle, C.2010,p.16). Nurses preserve a large portion of health promotion by routinely managing the nursing assessment, while incorporating a nursing diagnosis according to the individual’s necessity of learning. Ideally the goal of health promotion is by empowering individuals, family or communities to develop the ability to conquer daily routines and conditions, reaching a height of health safety. The importance of the nursing roles and responsibility in the revolving healthcare promotion will be discussed with nursing implementation methods that embrace health promotion. A comparison of the three levels of health...
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...needs of the heart such as physical exertion, cold, and emotional stress and relieved within minutes by rest or nitroglycerin. These symptoms occur repeatedly over time, sometimes months to years. This fixed or stable plaque is commonly associated with chronic angina whereas the unstable plaque is associated with unstable angina and myocardial infarction. It is these unstable plaques that are most prone to abrupt plaque changes, followed by thrombosis, that lead to MI, stroke, and sudden cardiac death. These unstable plaques can be divided into three categories of Acute Coronary Syndrome: Unstable Angina, NSTEMI, and STEMI. The pathophysiology between UA and NSTEMI are similar and include these key features: development of an unstable plaque that ruptures or plaque erosion with superimposed non occlusive thrombosis, an obstruction by spasm, constriction, dysfunction, or adrenergic stimuli, severe narrowing of the coronary lumen, inflammation, or any physiological state causing ischemia related to decreased oxygen supply such as fever or hypotension. UA and NSTEMI differ in whether the ischemia is severe enough to cause enough myocardial damage to release detectable amounts of serum cardiac markers (CK, CK-MB, Troponin). The pain associated with both UA and NSTEMI typically occurs at rest or...
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...Med Surge Process Paper Nur122-201 Human Needs in Health and Illness II Patient is an 80 year old female and her initials are ERH. She is a white, protestant, widow who currently lives at home with her daughter-in-law and grand-daughter. They live in a rancher style home with a wide landing and steps that enable her to use her walker to ambulate in her home. Her birthdate is June 14, 1931. During the initial assessment with the patient, she said that she was formerly employed with the Singer Sewing Machine Company as a book-keeper for 17 years. Upon retirement she and her husband moved back to Delaware and opened one of the first video stores in the state. Patient stated that their life together had been quite an adventure. Patient was admitted to the hospital on January 26, 2012 with symptoms of congestive heart failure. Patient denies that she has difficulties obtaining or affording her medications and that she has oxygen at home. Patient is currently being prescribed the following medications and she has no known allergies. |Medication |Route |Dose |Amount |Reason patient is taking | |Magnesium Oxide |PO |400 mg |1 tablet |Electrolyte replacement | |Pantoprazole |PO |40 mg |1 tablet |GERD | |Atorvastatin...
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