Chronic Kidney Disease Overview

Chronic Kidney Disease Overview Describe the etiology clinical presentation, and complications of chronic kidney disease (CKD)., What are the key risk factors that contribute to CKD progression and what are the systemic, effects of declining kidney function on other organ systems, including cardiovascular and endocrine health?, How is CKD classified using glomerular filtration rate (GFR) […]
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Pathophysiology and Management of CHF

Explain the pathophysiology of congestive heart failure (CHF)., What are the primary compensatory mechanisms the body employs to maintain cardiac output, and how do these mechanisms contribute to disease progression over time?, How does left-sided heart failure differ from right-sided heart failure in terms of symptoms and clinical manifestations?, What role do neurohormonal factors such […]
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Philosophy and Influence of Nursing Theories

Philosophy and Influence of Nursing Theories Critically analyze the philosophical underpinnings of nursing theories., Examine the influence that nursing models and theories have upon research and practice., Construct a nursing theory that represent current professional nursing practice Philosophical Foundations and Theoretical Influence in Nursing Philosophical Underpinnings of Nursing Theories Nursing theories are grounded in different […]
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mounjaro vs ozempic comparison

  The field of pharmacology has witnessed significant advancements in the treatment of endocrine disorders., Among the newer medications Mounjaro and Ozempic have gained attention due to their efficacy in managing conditions such as type 2 diabetes and obesity. Discuss about similarities differences and clinical implications of these two new drugs. comparing mounjaro and ozempic […]
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Understanding pain theories and treatment

Understanding pain theories and treatment Discuss the analysis of the underpinning for the theory of pain. ,Theoretical or background work that has been done in the field that will support formation /creation of theory, Applications of the Theory of Pain foundations and applications of pain theory understanding pain involves multiple factors, including biological, psychological, and […]
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expanding telehealth in school counseling

Choose an aspect of mental health school or end-of-life nursing that interests you., Briefly summarize what resources are available to patients within that aspect’s scope., Propose a change that is sensible both clinically and economically., Post your response to the forum site by Friday and peer responses by the following Tuesday at 1159 EST expanding […]
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Hurricane Katrina Disaster Response

Consider a disaster within the last 20 years. Identify strengths and/or weaknesses in the response. , What could have been done in advance to minimize or outright prevent the disaster?, What risk assessment could be performed to prevent or minimize the disaster from occurring again?, Post your response to the forum site by Friday and […]
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Tuberculosis: Infection Treatment and Prevention

Choose one of the following infectious diseases: Influenza A (H1N1) virus Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium difficile Tuberculosis, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome or Hepatitis B. Describe its chain of infection., Identify vulnerable populations. Where is it endemic? Is it currently an epidemic? Pandemic? Support your position., Does herd immunity apply? What are the current treatments for […]
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Psychoanalysis and Ego Psychology

Identify and contrast which theorist developed psychoanalysis and psychoanalytical therapy?, Compare and contrast classical psychoanalysis with ego psychology theorists., How are their views similar? How are they different?, What are the expectations of clients who participate in “classical’ or “traditional” psychoanalysis and what is the role of the therapist in this therapeutic approach (and why)?, […]
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Adlerian Theory and Psychotherapy

Who developed the Adlerian theory? What is the Adlerian therapy approach? , Discuss the stages of his therapy the importance of his thoughts on birth order?, Discuss areas where the Adlerian approach to therapy can be applied (that is what disorders can it be used to treat?)., What are the strengths and weaknesses of the […]
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Choice Theory and Therapeutic Approaches

Choice Theory and Therapeutic Approaches Who developed choice theory? What is choice therapy?, What is the theoretical underpinning of reality therapy. What are the stages of reality therapy?, Explain the concept and clinical implications of total behavior? Describe the role of social action in therapy?, How is feminist theory applicable to group work? Is there […]
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Existential Therapy and Meaning

Existential Therapy and Meaning Identify and contrast who developed the existential theory?,  What is the existential therapy approach?  Describe and contrast the following key concepts of the existential approach:, 1. Self-awareness 2. Freedom and responsibility, 3. Intimacy and isolation 4. Meaning in life. 5. Death anxiety,  Authenticity. Describe the stages? What are the therapeutic goals […]
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Humanistic Theory and Person-Centered Therapy

Humanistic Theory and Person-Centered Therapy Identify and contrast key theorist that developed humanistic theory? ,Examine the key concepts and principles of motivational interviewing and the stages of change? Discuss the contributions and shortcomings of the person-centered approach to understanding and working with diversity? ,Identify contributions and limitations to the person-centered approach? Which mental health diseases […]
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Psychotherapy and Medication Effectiveness Comparison

Psychotherapy and Medication Effectiveness Comparison While this course addresses foundational knowledge and skills needed for the nurse psychotherapist it did not begin with an essential question- what evidence exists for the biological foundation of psychotherapy?, For this assignment you will develop a 5-8-page paper in which you explore the biological foundation of psychotherapy. As this […]
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Client Feedback and Multicultural Counseling

Client Feedback and Multicultural Counseling For this assignment you will consider the approaches to psychotherapy that you have learned about in this course and examine how you can develop an integrative perspective to psychotherapy. You will do this in an 8-10-page paper in which you will address the following: Examine the concept of “session feedback” […]
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Politics and Economics in Healthcare

Politics and Economics in Healthcare For this assignment you will consider the approaches to psychotherapy that you have learned about in this course and examine how you can develop an integrative perspective to psychotherapy. You will do this in an 8-10-page paper in which you will address the following, Define psychotherapy integration and why it […]
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Differences Among Personality Disorders

Differences Among Personality Disorders Describe the differences between borderline personality disorder narcissistic personality disorder and antisocial personality disorder?  Discuss the role of comprehensive assessment in the diagnosis of a personality disorder with emphasis on how you would approach this assessment. Include a discussion of contrast in DSM-5 criteria and how it can help you to […]
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Psychotropic Drugs and Receptor Mechanisms

Psychotropic Drugs and Receptor Mechanisms Describe how the cytochrome P450 enzyme system can be a target for psychotropic drugs. Compare and contrast partial agonists with inverse agonists., What is the difference? Describe the monoamine transporters as targets of psychotropic drug effects. Compare and contrast ligand-gated ion channels inotropic receptors and ion-channel-linked receptors. Purpose: The purpose […]
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Schizophrenia Symptoms and Antipsychotic Effects

Schizophrenia Symptoms and Antipsychotic Effects Describe schizophrenia in terms of negative symptoms and the postulated underlying neuronal circuitry responsible for negative symptoms. How do antipsychotics cause prolactin elevation and what are the consequences of elevated prolactin levels? Can this be treated without cessation of antipsychotic therapy? If so how? What is the link between a […]
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Anxiety Disorders Treatment Options

Anxiety Disorders Treatment OptionsCompare and contrast treatment options for two anxiety disorders, (choices include generalized anxiety disorder panic disorder social anxiety disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder)., What should we consider before prescribing controlled substances and how should these be monitored when prescribed? Purpose: The purpose of required threaded discussions is an interactive dialogue among instructors […]
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