Tag Archives: pathophysiological

How might the fracture type influence the risk of complications and time to recovery?

The musculoskeletal system is responsible for the structure of the body and the ability to have purposeful movements. Musculoskeletal injury and disease affect a large swath of the population and become increasingly prevalent in older adults. What are the short-term and long-term pathophysiological consequences of a fracture? How might the fracture type influence the risk […]

Explain the pathophysiologic processes of select health conditions.

Pathophysiological Processes Project Course Outcomes: This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes. Explain the pathophysiologic processes of select health conditions. Predict clinical manifestations and complications of select disease processes. Correlate lifestyle, environmental, and other influence with changes in levels of wellness.  

Identify and discuss the similarities and differences between the presenting assessment data related to the chosen problem for each case.

This assessment requires you to choose one (1) priority problem. Then use the two (2) case studies to apply your knowledge of evidence-based nursing practice and the clinical reasoning cycle to demonstrate your understanding of how to plan and evaluate person centered care for each person. Step One Select one (1) priority problem from this […]

What can a nurse do to help manage this health condition to restore the patient to optimal health?

DQ5 ANSWER FOLLOWING 2 QUESTIONS SEPARATELY, EACH QUESTION MUST HAVE AT LEAST 250 WORDS, include 2 scholarly references from the last 5 years for each question. Remember all scholarly articles have an author(s), date of publication, title, source and permalink -if it does not have a least these points it is not a scholarly reference. […]

Discuss the pathophysiological mechanisms that can lead to heart failure.Discuss the causes of the patient’s shortness of breath, awakening in the middle of the night and the need to prop herself up on three pillows. Include pathophysiological mechanisms that causes each of these signs and symptoms.

A 64-year-old woman presents to the primary care office with shortness of breath, leg swelling, and fatigue. She has a history of type 2 diabetes and hypertension. She reports that recently she had been able to go for daily walks with her friends, but in the past month, the walks have become more difficult due […]

Analyze processes related to neurological and musculoskeletal disorders.

As homeowners know all too well, there is a continuous need for maintenance and repair. Some efforts are precautionary in nature, while others are the result of issues that surface over time. Similarly, musculoskeletal disorders can develop over time. For some disorders, such as osteoporosis, precautionary treatments are a potential option. But much like issues […]

Explain the pathophysiological mechanisms through which alcohol-induced cirrhosis leads to ascitis, relating them -when appropriate- to the functions of the liver.

Read the case study. 1. Explain the pathophysiological mechanisms through which alcohol-induced cirrhosis leads to ascitis, relating them -when appropriate- to the functions of the liver. 2. Mr Cavanagh is showing signs of circulatory shock. Name the type of circulatory shock that he is experiencing and the stage of the shock, citing the evidence that […]