Category: Health & Medicine 13691

  • The Neurological Effects of Cannabis

    Table of Contents Introduction The Biological Advantages and Disadvantages of Cannabis Use The Cognitive Advantages and Disadvantages of Cannabis Use The Emotional Advantages and Disadvantages of Cannabis Use The Behavioral Advantages and Disadvantages of Cannabis Use Conclusion References Introduction Cannabis is an illicit drug that is widely used worldwide. It has been estimated that about…

  • Ventricular Septal Defect and Tetralogy Of Fallot

    Table of Contents Pathophysiology Clinical manifestation Nursing medical management Prognosis References Ventricular septal defect (VSD) and tetralogy of Fallout are heart defects ailment. The defects result from a gap in the ventricular septum (Corno, 2009). The gap lets oxygenated blood to combine with the non-oxygenated blood in the heart chambers (Abdulla, 2011). The two defects…

  • Ionizing Radiation Testing: Literature Critical Appraisal

    Table of Contents Introduction Qualitative Perspective Quantitative Perspective Conclusion References Introduction Understanding the nature of the current problem with the provision of ionizing radiation testing to patients is vital for proper diagnosis. However, there are indications that a substantial number of healthcare providers do not have the required skills or tools. For this reason, a…

  • Physical Changes in the Elderly

    Introduction The aim of this study was to examine the physical changes that occur during normal aging, along with common chronic diseases and diseases that are associated with pathological changes in the elderly. According to Haldemann and Wister (2019), for more than 30 years, the interface of aging and the environment has been on the…

  • Institute of Medicine Report

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction The Impact of IOM Report on Nursing Education The Impact of IOM Report on Nursing Practice The Impact of IOM Report on the Nurse Role as a Leader References Abstract The aim of this paper is to review the IOM Report 2010 by focusing on impacts on nursing education, nursing…

  • Hodgkin and Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

    Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) and Hodgkin lymphoma (HL) are both types of cancers that affect the lymphocytes (white blood cells). Abnormally large lymph nodes, weight loss, and fever are the general signs of these lymphomas. Out of these two categories of lymphomas, there are more than 67 subclasses. These two categories of lymphomas differ in development,…

  • Combating Compassion Fatigue

    Table of Contents Introduction Warning signs for the various concepts of compassion fatigue Nature of the problems and their causes Physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the caregiver Coping strategies and resources for caregivers References Introduction Studies have established that the health care industry ranks among the top fields where professionals have high demanding jobs.…

  • Osteoporosis: The Role of Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment

    Abstract The purpose of this study is to examine the role of nutrition in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis, a specific skeletal disorder associated with bone weakness and loss. In addition, it addresses African American seniors as a population group vulnerable to this disease. The significance of this paper is determined by a common…

  • Problems Associated with Unhealthy Eating Among Children

    Table of Contents Introduction Problems Associated with Unhealthy Eating among Children Problem with Fast Food Options Resolving the issue at hand The Junk food Culture Working Together with the Community Initiative towards Healthier Eating at Schools Works Cited Introduction Problems related to childhood obesity, diabetes and heart problems are among the few problems currently plaguing…

  • Breastfeeding and Bottle Feeding Controversies

    Table of Contents Introduction The literature search process Conclusion References Introduction The research question was: Are bottle fed babies introduced to solid foods sooner than breast fed babies? The literature review process mostly centered on medical journals, but other journals that covered the research topic were also included. The literature search process The key words…