T.M, a 57-year-old man, has thrombophlebitis in the right lower leg. IV heparin, 5000 units by bolus, was given. Following the IV bolus, heparin 5000 units given subQ q6h was prescribed. Other therapeutic means to decrease pain and alleviate swelling and redness were also prescribed. How does heparin work and why was it prescribed? (USLO…
D.K was given alteplase in the emergency department while suffering from an acute myocardial infarction. D.K inquiries about why this drug was given. Explain why alteplase is given and how it works? (USLO 5.2, 5.3, 5.4) Explain some of the main concerns with the administration of thrombolytics. (USLO 5.3, 5.5, 5.6, 5.8) Explain the differences…
The AONL Nurse Leader Core Competencies provide a framework for the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for effective nursing leadership. They are organized into domains that emphasize both internal qualities and external leadership skills. Domain 1: The Leader Within Focuses on self-awareness, values, and motivation. Encourages reflection, resilience, and ethical decision-making. Example: A nurse leader…
The DNP Essentials were established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) in 2006 to define the foundational competencies required for doctoral-level nursing practice. They serve as the framework for curriculum design in DNP programs and ensure that graduates are prepared to lead in advanced practice roles, improve healthcare outcomes, and influence policy.…
Recommend one FDA-approved drug, one off-label drug, and one nonpharmacological intervention for treating your assigned disorder (Major Depressive Disorder) in children and adolescents. Explain the risk assessment you would use to inform your treatment decision-making. What are the risks and benefits of the FDA-approved medicine? What are the risks and benefits of the off-label drug?…
Assess, diagnose, and devise a treatment plan for a patient in a case study who is presenting with a mood disorder. Review the video, Case Study: Petunia Park. Provider Review outside of interview: Temp 98.2 Pulse 90 Respiration 18 B/P 138/88 Laboratory Data Available: Urine drug and alcohol screen negative. CBC within normal ranges, CMP…
Could you create a study guide for Global developmental delay? Your guide should be an outline with references and incorporate visual elements such as concept maps, charts, diagrams, images, color coding, mnemonics, and/or flashcards. Be creative! It should not be in the format of an APA paper. Your guide should be informed by the DSM-5-TR…
Introduction Accurate diagnosis, coding, and billing are essential components of modern healthcare. The DSM‑5‑TR (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision) provides standardized criteria for psychiatric diagnoses. The ICD‑10 (International Classification of Diseases, 10th Revision) is the global standard for medical coding, used for both psychiatric and medical conditions. Billing codes,…
Introduction The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition, Text Revision (DSM‑5‑TR) is the most current classification system for mental disorders, published by the American Psychiatric Association in 2022. It provides standardized criteria for diagnosing psychiatric conditions, ensuring consistency across clinicians and researchers. DSM‑5‑TR builds upon DSM‑5 by: Adding Prolonged Grief Disorder as…
Review the video, Case Study: Dev Cordoba. You will use this case as the basis of this Assignment. In this video, a Walden faculty member is assessing a mock patient. Develop a Focused SOAP Note, including your differential diagnosis and critical-thinking process to formulate a primary diagnosis. Incorporate the following into your responses in the…