Betty’s Unfolding Case Betty is a 20 year old single black female. She has never been pregnant, and she does not have a history of any health conditions. Her family history includes HTN on her father’s side (PGF and F). Her MGM had breast cancer, and is now deceased. She does smoke, but states that she plans to quit when she stops being so “stressed out from school”. She presents in the health clinic complaining of a foul-smelling vaginal discharge. Which questions would you ask to elicit thorough
Words: 2410 - Pages: 10
Research Paper: Victory Over Depression Abstract: In today’s society depression can be seen as taboo and something that is not socially acceptable. However, it is the ongoing reality for many women. The struggle with depression in the life of women is more common than not, whether it is undiagnosed or diagnosis it is prevalent regardless of ones socioeconomically background. The paper will explore depression onset, treatment and explore how individuals can have work towards having complete
Words: 2589 - Pages: 11
During the late 1700s a fierce paranoia swept through the countryside of Massachusetts. Courts were a frenzy of speculative cases caused by the cries of witchcraft brought on by a group of young girls. Over a hundred people, especially widowed middle-aged women, were accused of performing witchcraft and were jailed, nineteen people were executed . The accusations that led to the Salem Witch Trials were brought on by a combination of preconceived knowledge on the topic, religious beliefs, and precocious
Words: 2688 - Pages: 11
TITLE: FOLATE (CH205) I. PRINCIPLE: Principles of the Procedure The Access Folate assay is a competitive binding receptor assay. For the assay of folate in serum or plasma (heparin), no pre-treatment is required. A serum, plasma (heparin) sample is treated to release folate from endogenous binding proteins. Folate binding protein, mouse anti-folate binding protein, folic acid-alkaline phosphatase conjugate, and goat anti-mouse capture antibody coupled to paramagnetic
Words: 2651 - Pages: 11
John Hennes History 311 March 19, 2014 Oppression or Economic/Demographic Necessity? Ancient Greco-Roman societies are discussed to this day for their amazing accomplishments in the areas of philosophy, architecture and politics. Their imprint on history is something that will likely never be reproduced. Both of these societies are recognized as patriarchal in nature, which means that there were limited opportunities for women in comparison to the western societies of today which will be discussed
Words: 3043 - Pages: 13
Memorandum Subject: Report on Mandatory Maternity Leave in the State of Wisconsin This report covers the topic of paid maternity leave – its benefits, costs, overall accessibility, and why it should be instated. This report will include an assessment of the economic impact of paid maternity leave on both the business and the individuals affected by it. It also covers the cultural and interpersonal impact of the lack of paid maternity leave and an analysis on countries that offer maternity leave
Words: 2953 - Pages: 12
* Private Practice Lactation Consultant Business Plan * * * * * * * * * * * * * * Executive summary Breastfeeding is not only a lifestyle choice but also an important health care choice. Any amount of time that a mother can do it will help both her and the baby. Many benefits of breast milk are noted for mothers, babies, and others. Breast milk has disease-fighting cells called antibodies that help protect
Words: 3265 - Pages: 14
How Many Fathers are Best? | Living World | DISCOVER Magazine Page 1 of 4 Print this page How Many Fathers are Best? 04.01.2003 After 40 years of visiting the Barí Indians in Venezuela, anthropologists have discovered a new twist on family values by Meredith F. Small, Photography by Abbas Anthropologist Stephen Beckerman was well into his forties before he finally understood how babies are made. He had thought, as most people do, that a sperm from one man and an egg from one woman
Words: 3152 - Pages: 13
The Rh factor (ie, Rhesus factor) is a red blood cell surface antigen that was named after the monkeys in which it was first discovered. Rh incompatibility, also known as Rh disease, is a condition that occurs when a woman with Rh-negative blood type is exposed to Rh-positive blood cells, leading to the development of Rh antibodies. Rh incompatibility can occur by 2 main mechanisms. The most common type occurs when an Rh-negative pregnant mother is exposed to Rh-positive fetal red blood cells secondary
Words: 3290 - Pages: 14
One of the most striking changes in family structure over the last twenty years has been the increase in single-parent families. In 1970, the number of single-parent families with children under the age of 18 was 3.8 million. By 1990, the number had more than doubled to 9.7 million. For the first time in history, children are more likely to reside in a single-parent family for reasons other than the death of a parent. One in four children are born to an unmarried mother, many of whom are teenagers
Words: 3003 - Pages: 13
