Single Switch Pearl Gryfe BSc, OT(c) CASE HISTORY: Mr. J.L. is a 48-year-old active male, who was a human resources executive, and was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) in August of 1996. J.L. lived alone and was generally in good health until July of 1996 when he developed symptoms of twitching in his left hand. Within a year of diagnosis, J.L. was a complete quadriplegic and his speech was unintelligible. The client had 24 hour attendant care and a strong support network of friends;
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Fox, Ph.D., is a research professor with Louis de la Parte Florida Mental Health Institute at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She conducts research and training and develops support programs focused on young children with challenging behavior. Glen Dunlap, Ph.D., is a professor of child and family studies and director of the Division of Applied Research and Educational Support at the Florida Mental Health Institute. Mary Louise Hemmeter, Ph.D., is an associate professor in the Department
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Polypharmacy is an increasing concern in health care, particularly among older adults with multiple co-morbidities. It is defined as the use of multiple drugs (five or greater ) or more than are medically necessary (citation). The elderly represents 14% of the United States (US) population and it is expected to increase to 23% in 2043 with the aging of the baby boomers (citation). They consume about 33% of prescribed medications in the US. It is estimated that 24-39% of the elderly take on average
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dealing with Marianne’s family and medical treatments, there are many important things to consider. “The nurse respects the worth, dignity, and rights of all human beings irrespective of the nature of the health problem. The worth of the person is not affected by disease, disability, functional status, or proximity to death. This
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Hi Dr. Janet and Classmates, Since I am a gerontology focus for my degree, I wanted to do my discussion question for unit on Alzheimer’s disease. I cannot even imagine how hard it would even be to not know the things that you used to know when you were a younger person. This disease has and knows no barriers therefore, anyone can get it. I too work with many elderly people and have worked with those that have dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. When I work with people
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the missed work. Requests for a medical withdrawal for psychological reasons must be made in writing by the student to the Director of the Student Counseling Service and must be supported by a licensed mental health professional in the form of a letter documenting the and diagnosis of the student during the term in question and clearly indicating support for the withdrawal. The Director of the Student Counseling Service has
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Family Assessment Stephanie Anne I. Samson NUR 405 April 28, 2016 Penny Horper Family Assessment The saying “Everything begins with family” is not merely a cliché proverb. The textbook definition of a family is “two or more individuals who depend on one another for emotional, physical, and/or financial support” (Stanhope & Landcaster, 2014, p. 601). For health care providers, collaborations with families are significant partnerships in promoting healthy individual lifestyles
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A comprehensive assessment is done to establish a data base for developmental assessment and for nursing diagnosis and treatment. Information is needed on (1) the development of each functional pattern and anatomical growth, (2) current health patterns, and (3) family health and the home environment in which the infant or child is developing. The questions/items listed below can be used selectively for problem screening. Questions should be directed to the primary care giver. NURSING HISTORY
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loss of a family member to death, divorce or incarceration, other family adversity may also play a role in children developing ODD. 13/10/2014 4 These children need a comprehensive evaluation by a psychiatrist or other qualified mental health professional. Medication is not usually used to treat ODD; however, medication may be prescribed when ODD is accompanied by one or more additional disorders such as Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD),
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shifting trends, conform to guidelines on the federal and state levels, and manage workplace flexibility. This means that it is imperative that human resource specialists understand the developing global environment. This paper will discuss the main functional areas of Human Resource Management and explore the manner in which each function donates to the overall presentation of an organization. Next, federal equal employment opportunity laws will be surveyed, and the primary manner in which each law affects
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