Dependency Theory: Analyzing Underdevelopment in Third-World Countries Dependency theory emerged as a critique of the modernization theory during the 1960s and 1970s, challenging the notion that development occurs in linear stages. This theory contends that underdevelopment in third-world countries is not solely a result of internal factors but is deeply influenced by external forces. Proponents […]

A historical view of nursing roles Nurses play a vital role in health care. They contribute immensely to the prevention, control, and treatment of diseases and attend to a wide range of patients suffering from different diseases such as mental disorders, communicable and chronic diseases. The roles of nurses have advanced over time. Making it […]

Overview It is not enough to simply advocate for your patients in the hospital or patient setting. As leaders, nurses must step out of their comfort zone and take an active role in the political process. Instructions Read the article “ “Nurse Advocacy: Adopting a Health in All Policies Approach.” At the end of the […]

Nursing care for patients with an autism spectrum disorder Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition whereby the brain fails to develop fully. It affects the communication of an individual with others. The symptoms of the condition include exhibiting repetitive behavior, lack of focus to the person communicating and slow processing of information. ASD affects […]

Socrates’ Wisdom and Oedipus’ Downfall: Exploring the Interplay between Intellectual Humility and Hubris The timeless wisdom of Socrates continues to captivate scholars and philosophers alike. In Plato’s “Apology,” Socrates grapples with the notion of wisdom, embarking on a quest for enlightenment after rejecting the Delphic oracle’s proclamation of his wisdom. His belief in his own […]

The issues of geriatric care facilities Geriatric care facilities are equipment used to care for the elderly. They are departments in a hospital that specifically deal with the provision of geriatric care. Various health professionals work in geriatric care facilities, for example, nurses, doctors, psychiatrists, and dentists who have specified in medical care for the […]

Goal: Analyze and evaluate a middle range theory. You will select a middle range theory and identify application of nursing theories into clinical practice. Content Requirements: Components of the theory Discuss the major concepts of the theory Philosophical basis or worldview change, advancing health Structural aspects of the theory Discuss the framework of the theory. […]

The implementation of electronic health records Electronic health records (EHRs) encompasses the storage of patient’s information in digital format. This includes information such as the patient’s name, gender, age, and diagnosis. It also includes weight, medical history, billing information, laboratory tests, among others. A decade ago practitioners advocated for the use of EHR to improve […]

This week we will be discussing women’s and men’s infections and hematologic disorders. There is a knowledge check and a case study this week. The knowledge check will consist of five questions that require an essay type response. Keep in mind that if you use the work of another you must cite the reference. There […]

The impact of mandatory overtime on the quality of care, family planning strategies for a patient with HIV. The impact of mandatory overtime on the quality of care Mandatory overtime in health care is one of the key concerns that is still being deliberated on. With understaffing problems biting a high number of hospitals. Many […]