Urinalysis

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    Lab Report

    Lab report As part of my module Nip1002 I was required to perform a set of observational skills which included; pulse, blood pressure, respirations, hand washing and urinalysis and then compare them to previous results. In this lab report I am going to discuss blood pressure in detail. Procedure * Explain the procedure to the patient and gain consent * Wash hands thoroughly following the hand wash technique to prevent the transfer of bacteria * Clean equipment e.g. blood pressure cuff

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    Lupus Erythematosus Research Paper

    Almost everyone has come into contact with someone who has Systemic Lupus Erythematosus whether it was a family member or just an acquaintance. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus is considered to be a complex disease, and the cause is idiopathic. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus is a chronic disease where symptoms can worsen and alternate depending on the condition of the patient’s body. In addition, researchers are constantly investigating the cause, diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

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    Adappt Program Case Study

    Adappt is a Community Corrections Center contracted by the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections located in Reading, Pennsylvania. Adappt is licensed by the Pennsylvania Department of Health and Bureau of Drug & Alcohol Programs and is accredited by the American Correctional Association (ACA). Over the past 20 years, Adappt has helped thousands of inmates in the State of Pennsylvania become productive citizens by identifying the causes of their criminal behavior. The mission statement of the ADAPPT

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    Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

    adult population is increasing mental confusion that may or may not be accompanied by frequent unexplained falls. Once symptoms occur it is imperative that medical treatment is sought out. The most common/accepted way of diagnosing a UTI is through urinalysis (looking specifically for an increase in leukocyte esterase and/or nitrate). Once diagnosed, a culture is performed to pinpoint the exact infection present, and medication is given based on the location and type of infection (whether bacterial,

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    Feline Elimination Problem Essay

    Feline Elimination Issues Inappropriate elimination of urine or feces is the most common reason why feline companions are relinquished to the animal shelter each year (Bassert 161). Feline elimination issues, also known as house-soiling, are described as the inappropriate behavior or act of expelling urine or feces outside of the cat’s normal area which is primarily their litter box, in locations unacceptable to the owner (Carney, et al. 580). When a cat exhibits these behaviors the cause is often

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    Juvenile Corrections Officer Research Paper

    exam and physical fitness assessment. There are five steps to the hiring process to become a Juvenile corrections officer. Candidates are subject too: background checks, polygraph examinations, psychological evaluations, medical examinations, and a urinalysis [drug screening.] New Juvenile corrections officers undergo “basic academy training” from state or local agencies upon being hired. Throughout their careers, the officers are expected to undergo annual in-service training. Coarse work covered in

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    Discussion 2

    Desiree Foster WAM 7/18/2012 Today I will discuss a patient’s urinalysis report. She is a 43 year old African American woman. She was diagnosed and is being treated for depression. She also has a case of bilirubin and urobilinogen. To do a proper urinalysis we would have to conduct a clean catch sample. A clean catch sample is a urine-specimen that is a free of bacterial contamination as possible without the use of a catheter. The main purpose of this urine sample is to test the abnormities

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    361 Report

    On physical exam, blood pressures must be taken to rule out hypertension. Examining Mr. Brown's pelvic area, abdomen and lower back will help determine whether the bladder or kidney is enlarged. A urine sample will be collected and sent for urinalysis. Any white blood cells, hematuria, or nitrates present can indicate an infection. Urine culture specimen will be sent to the laboratory to grow and identify the causative bacteria. Bladder infections can be treated with antibiotics. . This

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    Hellooo

    Nursing Process Focus: Patients Receiving Phenelzine (Nardil) |Assessment |Potential Nursing Diagnoses | |Prior to administration: |Sorrow, Chronic related to | |Obtain complete medical history including allergies, neurological , |depressive state. |

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    Patient D: A Case Study

    Patient D is a healthy 19 year old male and has provided urine to get tested following his wrestling competition. He normally weighs 190 pounds, however when he wrestled he weighed 172 pounds. The patient’s urine is very clear, with only a small tint of yellow in it and it exhibits a very distinct odor, mimicking the smell nail polish remover. The specific gravity of the urine is 1.010 while the pH is around 7.0. The urine does not contain any glucose, protein, yeast, bilirubin, nitrite, or any traces

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