This learning activity aims for a full understanding and unbiased view of the family—not just its problems, but also its strengths, values, and goals. Understanding family structure and style is essential to caring for a family in the community setting. Conducting a family interview and needs assessment gathers information to identify strengths, as well … Read more
After reading Chapter 14 respond to the following prompts; What questions should the nurse ask about collective bargaining and labor relations? What does signing a card mean, and what questions should Addison ask before signing? How can Addison establish good relationships with both nurse managers and staff nurses in an atmosphere in which collective bargaining … Read more
After reading Chapter 14 respond to the following prompts; What questions should the nurse ask about collective bargaining and labor relations? What does signing a card mean, and what questions should Addison ask before signing? How can Addison establish good relationships with both nurse managers and staff nurses in an atmosphere in which collective bargaining … Read more
End-of-life care becomes an issue at some point for elderly patients. Even with the emergence of palliative care programs and hospice programs, most elderly people do not die in their own home as is their preference. What are the reasons for this trend? Discuss what you can do as a nurse to support your patients … Read more
For the middle-aged adult, exercise can reduce the risk of various health problems. Choose two at-risk health issues that regular physical exercise and activity can help prevent and manage. Discuss the prevalence of each of these health problems in society today. Describe measures that you would take as a nurse to assist patients with health … Read more
Interview a nurse manager to explore the external factors that influence decision making such as health policy, regulatory requirements, accreditation, and health care financing. Provide an overview of the role of the nurse manager interviewed. Summarize the information from the interview (do not report the interview question by question) Perceptions related to impact on … Read more
You are admitting a 19-year-old female college student to the hospital for fevers. Using the patient information provided, choose a culture unfamiliar to you and describe what would be important to remember while you interview this patient. Discuss the health care support systems available in your community for someone of this culture. If no support … Read more
Describe the contemporary issue and explain what external stressors are associated with this issue. Outline assessment strategies to screen for this issue and external stressors during an assessment for an adolescent patient. Describe what additional assessment questions you would need to ask and define the ethical parameters regarding what you can and cannot share with … Read more
Describe two external stressors that are unique to adolescents. Discuss what risk-taking behaviors may result from the external stressors and what support or coping mechanism can be introduced.
Adolescent pregnancy is viewed as a high-risk situation because it poses serious health risks for the mother and the baby. Describe various risk factors or precursors to adolescent pregnancy. Research community and state resources devoted in adolescent pregnancy and describe at least two of these resources. Research the teen pregnancy rates for the last 10 … Read more