Case Study 7 Case 1 D.K. is being seen in the clinic for complaints of urinary frequency, urgency, and burning. She reports that her urine appears cloudy and smells abnormal. A urine culture is obtained, and D.K. is given a prescription for antibiotics. 1) What is the most likely cause of D.K.’s signs and symptoms? The most likely cause of the signs and symptoms is a urinary tract infection. 2) Was antibiotic therapy the appropriate treatment? What organism should the antibiotic be
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is absorbed it can be eliminated from the body via urine however, the excretion rate is very low as a result of cadmium being bound tightly to metallothionein (a cysteine-rich, metal binding protein), which is virtually always reabsorbed into the renal tubules. Although Cd excretion through urine is slow, it is the main source of Cd detection and elimination. As a result of Cd
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The family was asked they have a history of diabetes but there were no history of diabetes in their family. As for their children’s health concerns, the children are healthy and have been seeing their pediatrician on a regular basis. The family denies any family history of dementia or any episodes of forgetfulness and confusion. Moreover, both of their parents are living in Mexico, and they both have no health issues. The couple’s eldest daughter is 14 years old. Due to Mary's condition, their
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1. Why might this patient have blood in his urine? Diabetes is a major cause of end stage kidney disease in patients. Necrosis within the kidneys or diabetic nephropathy, can be caused by long standing diabetes mellitus. The necrosis in the kidneys causes bleeding into the minor calyces, therefore resulting in blood mixing in the urine. 2. What other abnormalities would typically be found in such a patient’s urinalysis? Glucosuria, Proteinuria, and ketones would all be expected. 3. What is
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prevents perfusion, filtration and excretion. Chronic kidney disease is a debilitating disease that requires long-term treatment to improve the patient’s quality of life. Risk factors for kidney disease include high blood pressure, diabetes, exposure to renal toxic drugs, and systemic infections. Chronic kidney disease is diagnosed by patient history, physical exam, diagnostic testing, and laboratory studies. Management of chronic kidney disease involves frequent follow up appointments, routine blood work
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Kidney failure is a disorder of the functioning of the kidneys. It is due to a progressive and irremediable destruction of the channels that constitute the kidney. Result: the blood is no longer filtered, the waste of the body is no longer eliminated and accumulate in the urine. When your kidney fails, that means, they are not able to keep your whole body in balance, they will not be able to remove any waste products and extra water from your body. They are also involved in regulating blood pressure
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Evidence-Based Nursing Care for Multiple Myeloma Patients Evidence-Based Nursing Care for Multiple Myeloma Patients Comprised of the blood cells, blood, lymph, and other organs involved in the formation or storage of blood, the hematologic system allows the human body to maintain adequate oxygenation and tissue perfusion (Ignatavicius & Workman, 2010, p. 876). Because every cell, tissue, organ, and system is dependent on blood circulation for survival, hematologic
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Nursing learning has an immense contact on a nurse’s capability to practice, so as patient also requires the knowledgeable nursing personnel. I am an associate degree nurse. I have been working in the hospitals for last 8 year. I do have experience but still I am lacking something as a nurse then I have decided to add three more letters after RN. Nurses with Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees are well-educated to meet the workload placed on today’s nurse. BSN nurses are appreciated for
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CURRICULUM VITAE Profile Goal directed, results-oriented, professional Healthcare Manager successfully managed in diverse areas including Nursing Leadership, Clinical Audit, Quality Management, Training and Education. Personnel Information Name: Fatme Khodor Elrifai Sex: Female Date & place of birth: 09-01-1978 Lebanon Address: Specialized Medical Center Hospital -Riyadh Phone work: 0114343800 x 3990 Mobile number: 0502855808 E-mail: f.alrifai@hotmail
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Nursing Practice Review Fluid balance Keywords: Fluid balance/Input/Output/ Dehydration/Overhydration ●This article has been double-blind peer reviewed Measuring and managing fluid balance In this article... What fluid balance is and how fluid moves around the body Causes and signs and symptoms of dehydration and overhydration How to assess fluid balance, including clinical assessment How to keep an accurate fluid balance chart Author Alison Shepherd is tutor in nursing, department of primary
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