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Case Study: Hyperthermia Hyperthermia Case Presentation It was July 20 in Houston and the fourth straight day that would have a high temperature above 100°F. Janice was running some errands and decided to stop by her mother’s house. Janice’s mother, Marian, was eighty-four and in pretty good health. She was able to keep up with […]
Topic: Infectious Respiratory Disorders Case Study: A 75-year-old patient of Hispanic descent arrives in an immigrant healthcare clinic with fever, chills, a sore throat, and a nonproductive cough. She speaks some English. The patient appears very ill, with dry mucous membranes, dark circles under the eyes, and pale skin. The patient appears anxious and is […]
HSA 405 WEEK 9 CASE STUDY - HEALTHCARE QUALITY OVERVIEW In order to complete this case study, refer to this week’s readings for policy information required to analyze and make recommendations on this case. As a healthcare quality fraud analyst, you are responsible for identification of root causes and providing recommendations in an action plan to ensure […]
Optometry Optometry, a vital branch of healthcare, is primarily dedicated to providing essential and general eye care services. The field encompasses a wide spectrum of services, including comprehensive eye examinations to identify potential vision impairments, the diagnosis and treatment of various eye conditions, and the management of visual health. It’s common for individuals to confuse […]
CASE STUDY: Mr. K is a 43-year-old male who has been admitted to the coronary care unit after experiencing a myocardial infarction which led to a cardiac arrest. Mr. K has maintained a healthy and active lifestyle since his myocardial infarction three years ago. Prior to his admission, Mr. K was at home running on […]
CB is a 76-year-old female with a history of chronic renal disease, HTN, and peptic ulcer disease due to NSAID use. She complains of pain in both her knees in which the right is worse than the left that started five years ago. The pain is worse when walking or climbing stairs, and she describes […]
profile picture Integumentary Function: K.B. is a 40-year-old white female with a 5-year history of psoriasis. She has scheduled an appointment with her dermatologist due to another relapse of psoriasis. This is her third flare-up since a definitive diagnosis was made. This outbreak of plaque psoriasis is generalized and involves large regions on the arms, […]
The Influence of Stigmatization on Individual Health Behaviors In recent years, there has been growing interest in exploring the potential impact of stigmatization on individual health behaviors. Stigmatization refers to the process of socially devaluing or discrediting individuals based on certain characteristics or behaviors that are perceived as deviant or undesirable within a particular social […]
A Systematic Review on the Effectiveness of Single and Multi-Tablet Regimens for Treating HIV in Patients Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) remains a significant global health concern, with millions of people worldwide affected by this infection. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) plays a crucial role in managing HIV by suppressing viral replication, reducing the viral load, and preserving […]
Best Practices in Follow-Up Procedures Following Medical-Related Errors In the complex field of healthcare management, medical-related errors can occur despite stringent protocols and dedicated efforts to ensure patient safety. When such errors do occur, it is crucial to implement effective follow-up procedures to address the issue, prevent recurrence, and mitigate potential harm. This article explores […]
