You will interview one parent and one grandparent or two elderly family members. You will be asking them how your families (or your own) health behaviors have been “shaped” by various aspects of their culture, race, religion, and socioeconomic status. Be sure you understand and can explain to them what each of the parameters means (culture, race, religion, socioeconomic status). Health behaviors refer to habits related to your diet, exercise habits, smoking, drug and alcohol use, seat belt use, risky behaviors, etc
The week 4 assignment calls for a video thread interview of a parent and a grandparent. I realize this may not be possible, so I would ask that you try to interview two people from two different generations regarding the questions provided.you can write a paper with the interview. Each person should be at least one full page, so two pages total.
For this assignment you will interview one parent and one grandparent or two elderly family members. You will be asking them how your families (or your own) health behaviors have been “shaped” by various aspects of their culture, race, religion, and socioeconomic status. Be sure you understand and can explain to them what each of the parameters means (culture, race, religion, socioeconomic status). Health behaviors refer to habits related to your diet, exercise habits, smoking, drug and alcohol use, seat belt use, risky behaviors, etc
You are the nurse caring for a patient with a tracheostomy. What communication strategies can youpromote with your patient in order to effectively interact and communicate?2. You are the nurse caring for a patient with methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).a) What is MRSA?b) Describe the precautions required when providing care to this patient.c) List topics to include in the patient and family education.3. Describe the assessment cues and nursing interventions for infiltration and extravasation of anintravenous (IV) catheter
1. You are the nurse caring for a patient with a tracheostomy. What communication strategies can youpromote with your patient in order to effectively interact and communicate?2. You are the nurse caring for a patient with methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).a) What is MRSA?b) Describe the precautions required when providing care to this patient.c) List topics to include in the patient and family education.3. Describe the assessment cues and nursing interventions for infiltration and extravasation of anintravenous (IV) catheter
Both A Doll’s House and Othello focus on characters who use questionable judgment. Nora abandons her family for what some readers would call selfish motivations, and Othello commits murder after becoming jealous of Desdemona. However, based on the way the two plays were written, readers are meant to sympathize with both Nora and Othello, at least on some level. Write an essay in which you either defend or condemn the actions of these two characters. Have the authors made these characters likable enough to excuse their actions?
Both A Doll’s House and Othello focus on characters who use questionable judgment. Nora abandons her family for what some readers would call selfish motivations, and Othello commits murder after becoming jealous of Desdemona. However, based on the way the two plays were written, readers are meant to sympathize with both Nora and Othello, at least on some level. Write an essay in which you either defend or condemn the actions of these two characters. Have the authors made these characters likable enough to excuse their actions?
What consists of the beginning, middle, and the end of a counseling session? What is the importance of each?
answer the following question in 550 words (excluding reference page)
1) What consists of the beginning, middle, and the end of a counseling session? What is the importance of each?
Students will be required to use peer-reviewed references for the written part of the assignment. Students will be required to meet APA stadards in all writing assignments.
Compare independent variables, dependent variables, and extraneous variables. Describe two ways that researchers attempt to control extraneous variables
Compare independent variables, dependent variables, and extraneous variables. Describe two ways that researchers attempt to control extraneous variables. Support your answer with peer-reviewed articles.
Describe the differences during the rectal examination of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy. What findings would expect on physical examination of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy?
ou are about to perform a rectal examination of an older adult.
What are the steps to examine this patient?
Explain your rationale.
What are some findings you can have while assessing the rectal sphincter?
Describe the differences during the rectal examination of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy.
What findings would expect on physical examination of acute prostatitis and benign prostatic hypertrophy?
Young adulthood is a pretty stressful time of exploration and decision making. What are common life stressors in young adulthood? What can young adults do to manage or cope with their stress? What are some unhealthy coping mechanisms that we see young adults engaging in, especially in college? What are some stressors that you experienced in young adulthood?
Young adulthood is a pretty stressful time of exploration and decision making. What are common life stressors in young adulthood? What can young adults do to manage or cope with their stress? What are some unhealthy coping mechanisms that we see young adults engaging in, especially in college? What are some stressors that you experienced in young adulthood?
Module-6-Early-Adulthood.pdf
Module 6 Physical, Cognitive, and Socio-Emotional Development in
Early Adulthood
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY ADULTHOOD
Module 6 Part 1
Early Adulthood
• Emerging Adulthood is around ages 18-25 • Transition period from adolescence to
adulthood
Physical Development
• Physical performance and development o Peak physical performance typically occurs
between 19 and 26 o Muscle tone and strength usually begin to show
signs of decline around age 30
Physical Decline in Early Adulthood Teeth
• Periodontal disease o The cardiovascular system
• Hypertension o Lung capacity o Changes in skin
• The senses o Gradual loss of accommodation o Visual acuity o Hearing Loss
Nutrition and Exercise o Increase in bad health habits o Eating and weight
• Obesity – Linked to increased risk of hypertension, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease
• Dieting – Become an obsession with many Americans o Although obesity is on the rise
o Regular exercise • Helps prevent chronic disorders • Aerobic exercise: Sustained exercise that stimulates
heart and lung activity • Exercise benefits both physical and mental health
o Improves self-concept and reduces anxiety and depression
Health Issues • Emerging adults have twice the mortality rate of
adolescents • Few chronic health problems • Depression • Accidents still the leading cause of death for this age group • Sexually transmitted infections (STIs): Diseases contracted
primarily through sex o Effective strategies for protecting against HIV o Know your risk status and that of your partner o Obtain medical examinations o Have protected, not unprotected, sex o Do not have sex with multiple partners
• Alcohol o Binge drinking – Increases in college
Stress • Stress refers to the physiological and
psychological reactions of an individual to demands
• Physical disorders associated with stress: o Heart disease o Hypertension o Migraine headaches o Lowered immune system responsiveness o Ulcers o Gastroenteritis o Asthma
Stress and Personality o Type A personality- more stressed o Type B personality o Type C personality
Stress Prevention o Exercise o Healthy diet o Avoiding stimulants and drugs o Getting enough sleep o Time management skills o Relaxation techniques o Healthy social support system o Counseling, if needed
COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY ADULTHOOD
Module 6: Part 2
Cognitive Development • Cognitive stages
o Piaget’s view: • Adolescents and adults think qualitatively in the same
way • Individuals consolidate their formal operational thinking
during adulthood o Postformal thought:
• Reflective, relativistic, and contextual • Provisional • Realistic • Recognized as being influenced by emotion
Cognitive Development cont’d
• Creativity o Early adulthood is a time of great creativity for
some people
Self-Regulation
• Planning phase • Monitoring phase • Control phase • Reflection phase
Intelligence
• Crystallized intelligence • Cognitive flexibility • Visualization • Fluid intelligence
SOCIO-EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY ADULTHOOD
Module 6: Part 3
Personality
• Traits • The big five factors personality theory
o Openness o Conscientiousness o Extraversion o Agreeableness o Neuroticism
Attachment
• Attachment o Secure attachment style: Have a positive view
of relationships and find it easy to get close to others
o Avoidant attachment style: Are hesitant about getting involved in romantic relationships
o Anxious attachment style: Demand closeness, are less trusting, more emotional, jealous, and possessive
Cohabitation and Marriage
• Cohabitation occurs in about 70% of U.S. couples.
• Cohabiting couples have poorer marriage outcomes, higher cheating
• Marriage is correlated with happiness, better health, and increased longevity
Intimacy and Love o Sternberg’s triangle of love o Romantic love: Passionate love, or eros
• Strong components of sexuality and infatuation
o Affectionate love: Companionate love • Desires to have the other person near
o Based on a deep and caring affection • Consummate love: Strongest form of love
Friendship
• Friendships become more intimate and less group-driven.
• Friendships provide a source of support, security, and love
Work and Careers
• The impact of work o Most spend 1/3 of their lives at work o Important consideration is how stressful the work
is • From mid-twenties on, individuals often seek
to establish their emerging career in a particular field
• Unemployment, even temporary, causes stress
Erikson’s Stage
• Intimacy vs. Isolation • Establishing a sense of intimacy
o Parental behavior during development o Learning of skills necessary for intimacy
• Social isolation o Causes and outcomes
Early Adulthood Challenges
• Marriage and Divorce • Career vs. Jobs • Autonomy from Parents – full independence • Children and Infertility
Module 6
Physical Development in Early Adulthood
Early Adulthood
Physical Development
Physical Decline in Early Adulthood
Nutrition and Exercise
Health Issues
Stress
Stress and Personality
Stress Prevention
Cognitive development in early Adulthood
Cognitive Development
Cognitive Development cont’d
Self-Regulation
Intelligence
Socio-emotional development in early Adulthood
Personality
Attachment
Cohabitation and Marriage
Intimacy and Love
Friendship
Work and Careers
Erikson’s Stage
Early Adulthood Challenges
Describe a quality improvement initiative in your current or recent practice setting. What was the nurse’s role in the project? What was the outcome of the project? Has the improvement been sustained?
Describe a quality improvement initiative in your current or recent practice setting. What was the nurse’s role in the project? What was the outcome of the project? Has the improvement been sustained?
Discuss differences in the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) “Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patient Records” requirements and regular confidentiality requirements.
Objective: In an continued effort to identify social policy at the local, state, and federal level that impacts well-being, service delivery, and access to social services.
Discuss differences in the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS) “Confidentiality of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Patient Records” requirements and regular confidentiality requirements.
https://oasas.ny.gov/confidentiality-and-communication
As we explore the differences between genetics and genomics, consider the role genetics plays in health promotion and our practices as well as the role disease prevention plays this week. Please answer the following discussion prompts: · Choose one of the following topics: breast cancer, colon cancer, arthritis, type 1 diabetes, Alzheimers disease, major depressive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, postpartum depression, or sickle cell anemia. Describe your chosen topic. · How are genetics involved in your chosen topic?
HPweek5discussion.docx
Health Promotion
Week 5 Discussion (USLOs 5.2, 5.3, 5.4)
As we explore the differences between genetics and genomics, consider the role genetics plays in health promotion and our practices as well as the role disease prevention plays this week. Please answer the following discussion prompts:
· Choose one of the following topics: breast cancer, colon cancer, arthritis, type 1 diabetes, Alzheimers disease, major depressive disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, postpartum depression, or sickle cell anemia. Describe your chosen topic.
· How are genetics involved in your chosen topic? Is there a clear genetic link with your topic? If so, what genes are involved in the likelihood for this condition? If not, how might genetics impact your chosen topic.
· Relate how at least two environmental factors can impact your chosen topic based upon evidence-based research.
· Explain a minimum of two protective factors associated with your chosen topic.
· Explain a minimum of two risk factors associated with your chosen topic.
· Support your response with in-text citations and APA-formatted scholarly references.
Additional Instructions
Please note that you need to support your post with a scholarly source that is referenced using APA format and include in-text citations where you are using the referenced material in your post. You are expected to respond to the discussion prompt with your initial post by the 3rd day of the unit week.
