Abstract: Psoriasis is a chronic inflammatory disease of the skin which can occur at any age-group. Psoriasis in childhood is not uncommon and has genetic susceptibility but usually an environmental trigger such as infection is thought to initiate the disease process. Childhood psoriasis has profound effects on both physical and psychosocial health of the patient….
Dangers Of Diabetes And Possible Treatment Nursing Essay
Early 1500 B.C (Egyptian Papyrus) 2000 years later, Arataeus (siphon). Late 17th century, Willis and Dobson (mellitus) 1889, Mering and Minkowski, Paul Langerham 1921 to 1922, Federick Banting and Charles Best 1930’s and 1940’s longer acting insulin formulation 1 to 2% of the general Population 6% Caucasian 10% African American and Asian American. 15% Mexican…
Emotional Support of Persons with Diabetic Retinopathy
Emotional support of persons with diabetic retinopathy specifically tailored to point-of-care providers treating patients with diabetes Introduction Emotional support can be defined as the expression of empathy and understanding towards an individual living with a problem. In the case of a person living with diabetes, emotional support may allow him or her to communicate fears…
Mandates of Insurance Coverage for Infertility Treatments in Georgia
According to Insogna and Ginsberg (2018) 7.3 million women in the United States have sought treatment for infertility. Hence why I chose to look at the mandates of insurance coverage for infertility treatments, specifically for the state of Georgia. As I prepare to speak with Senator Chuck Hufstetler about this, I will use this assignment…
The Treatment Of Hypertension Health And Social Care Essay
Hypertension can be defined as sustained elevation of systemic blood pressure more than 140/90 mm Hg. Reduced capacitance of the venous system and increased arteriolar resistance due to increased peripheral vascular smooth muscle tone can leading causes for the hypertension. The risk associated with hypertension dependent upon the combination risk factors in the specific individual….
Evaluation of CAR T Cell Therapy
CAR T Cell Therapy It is common knowledge that cancer has a major impact on societies around the world. In 2018, it was estimated that a total of 1.7 million new cases of cancer were diagnosed in the United States alone (1). While it seems like the types of cancers that can develop are endless,…
Issue of Preventable Chronic Diseases in the US
Discussion Question #2 In the United States, healthcare spending has reached an all-time high, surpassing all developed nations in healthcare spending, in 2017 the cost of healthcare reached over $3.5 trillion or $10,739 per person (Hellmann, 2018). Costs are expected to rise each year with no slowdown in sight. Many of the major causes of…
Equipment for Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic
A cosmetic dermatology clinic differs from the traditional dermatology clinic in terms of the requirement of a wide range of equipment to perform various aesthetic procedures. In the past, the only instrument associated with dermatology practice was a magnifying glass. It then progressed to equipment’s such as Woods lamp, electrocautery, radiofrequency, cryotherapy and phototherapy units….
Promoting Health and Well-being in Nursing: Obesity
The aim of this essay is to clarify and explain role of professional nurse in relation to the public health issue of obesity. This essay will explore the different concepts, such us legal and ethical, which can influence professional nursing practice. In addition understanding of accountability, consent, confidentiality, autonomy, duty of care and the use…
Strategies to Prevent the Spread of Tuberculosis
To address the problem of Tuberculosis (TB) within East London Tuberculosis (TB) is caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis . People who have infected sputum can transmit the disease to others. Since it is a notifiable disease accurate figures are available. There are about 7000 cases of TB annually in the UK mostly in the large cities…