This essay considers the pathophysiology, management and psychosocial aspects of a lower respiratory tract infection in the patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). These are discussed in relation to a case study, with details obtained through interviews with the patient, and from her medical records. Case Presentation DK is a 66 year old lady…
Psychosocial Factor Depression Copd Health And Social Care Essay
This supporting paper supports the presentation on the link between Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and the psychosocial factor depression. The supportive paper will explore, define and conclude areas of which may influence the health and well-being of patient’s with COPD and the psychosocial depression factor. The discussion of depression tools, guidelines, statistics and the long…
In Vitro Fertilization: Advantages and Disadvantages
Some may argue that In Vitro Fertilization, commonly referred to as IVF, is immoral and wrong, as it is thought it could possibly damage the health of the mother or the embryo during the process. Women should not face opposition in choosing In Vitro Fertilization due to the beliefs of others. People think that this…
Culturally Competent Care to the LGBT Population
In this paper I will discuss the disparities that the LGBT population faces today, and what we can do to overcome the issues. Such disparities are affecting people’s overall health which is counterproductive to the main objective in healthcare. HCP’s can provide better and more beneficial patient-centered care to the LGBT population as a whole….
QMUNITY: Addressing the Health Needs of LGBTQ Youth
QMUNITY: Addressing the Health Needs of LGBTQ Youth Introduction While Canada has anecdotally become much more accepting of LGBTQ youth, statistics prove otherwise. The discrimination that they face in their homes, schools, activities and in their communities make them vulnerable to negative health outcomes. According to a review of data in Canada, sexual-minority youth are…
Marginalization of Transgender Women
As a family nurse practitioner (FNP) student, it is important to provide unbiased and culturally-competent healthcare services regardless of age, race, religion, socio-economic status, or gender orientation. Transgender is an umbrella term for individuals who identify with a gender different than what was assigned at birth (World Health Organization, 2018) . As with any other subpopulation,…
Contextual Framework on the Barriers- Assessments and Treatments
Introduction Everyone experiences emotional ups and downs from time to time caused by certain events in our lives. Mental health related conditions go beyond these emotional reactions to specific situations. They are medical conditions that cause changes in how we think and feel and within our mood. But for individuals who identify as lesbian, gay,…
Literature on Cancer Disparities in the LGBTQ Population
A Review of the Scholarly Literature on Cancer Disparities in the LGBTQ Population Abstract: The LGBTQ population represents an unfocused group of individuals that are known to be at an increased risk for many medical complications. Most notably, this population has higher rates of anal, cervical and endometrial cancer than compared to their heterosexual counterpart….
Health Barriers for Lesbian and Bisexual Women
Evaluation of Marginalized Women: Lesbians Lesbian and bisexual women are typically an invisible minority in the healthcare system due to the assumption of heteronormativity, which typically results in poor management of their sexual health needs. Lesbian and bisexual women are defined as women who are disposed to experience sexual or romantic desires for, and relationships…
Career Profile: Physical Therapy Assistant
Health Care Career: Physical Therapy Assistant Rodny German Sotolongo Job Description Physical therapy assistants (PTAs) offer care in varying forms including teaching clients/patients exercises for purposes of mobility, coordination and strength, training patients on how to use mobility aids such as walkers, cranes or crutches (American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), 2014). They also offer massage…