Case Study Chosen: Mason, a 55-year-old homeless man with respiratory symptoms. Demographics: Age: 55 Gender: Male Mason, a 55-year-old homeless man with respiratory symptoms and related findings from the examination, here are appropriate questions to ask Mason during the initial assessment: General Health: Can you describe your overall health and any chronic medical conditions you are aware of? Are you currently taking any medications or have any known allergies to medications? Do you have a history of frequent colds or respiratory infections?
Case Study Chosen:
Mason, a 55-year-old homeless man with respiratory symptoms.
Demographics:
Age: 55 Gender: Male
Mason, a 55-year-old homeless man with respiratory symptoms and related findings from the examination, here are appropriate questions to ask Mason during the initial assessment:
General Health:
Can you describe your overall health and any chronic medical conditions you are aware of?
Are you currently taking any medications or have any known allergies to medications?
Do you have a history of frequent colds or respiratory infections?
Respiratory Symptoms:
When did you first notice the morning cough and frequent colds? How long have you experienced these symptoms?
Can you describe the cough in more detail (productive/non-productive, color and consistency of sputum)?
Have you noticed any triggers or specific activities that worsen your difficulty in breathing?
Smoking History:
How long have you been smoking, and how many cigarettes do you smoke per day?
Have you ever attempted to quit smoking, and if so, what strategies or treatments have you tried?
Physical Activity and Mobility:
Can you elaborate on how your shortness of breath has progressed, especially with everyday activities? Are there specific activities that have become particularly challenging?
How long have you experienced difficulty walking long distances, and has this affected your ability to find food and access resources?
Breathing Patterns and Symptoms:
Have you noticed any changes in your breathing pattern, such as rapid breathing or increased effort to breathe?
Do you experience chest pain or discomfort while breathing, especially during exertion or at rest?
Have you ever been told that you make a sound when you breathe, like wheezing or whistling?
Cardiovascular Health:
Have you ever been diagnosed with high blood pressure or other heart-related conditions?
Do you experience any chest pain, palpitations, or irregular heartbeat?
SUBJECTIVE:
CC: Difficulty breathing and seeking medicine to help survive on the streets.
HPI:
Subjective: Shortness of breath during physical activity, difficulty breathing with everyday activities, frequent morning cough, limited mobility due to breathlessness.
OBJECTIVE:
General:
VS: 99°F, HR: 100 bpm, RR: 28/min, BP: 140/90 mmHg
Weight, Height, BMI: Not available
Physical Exam Elements:
Respiratory system: Distant breath sounds, end-expiratory wheezes, use of accessory muscles to breathe, slight barrel chest, neck vein distention.
POC Testing:
None mentioned in the case study.
ASSESSMENT:
Working Diagnosis (ICD-10):
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) J44.9
Differential Diagnosis:
Asthma J45.909
Acute Bronchitis J20.9
PLAN:
Diagnostic studies:
Pulmonary function tests (spirometry, lung volumes, diffusing capacity) for definitive COPD diagnosis.
Treatment:
COPD Management:
Inhaler therapy (e.g., salbutamol/albuterol, ipratropium)
Smoking cessation counseling
Pulmonary rehabilitation referral
Referrals:
Pulmonary specialist for further evaluation and management.
Education:
Educate on COPD, smoking cessation, importance of medication compliance, and seeking medical care.
Health maintenance:
Encourage regular follow-ups, adherence to medication and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, and annual influenza vaccination.
RTC (Return to Clinic):
Follow up in 2 weeks to assess response to treatment and adjust the management plan as needed.
Diagnosis Table:
Diagnosis
Signs/Symptoms
Gold Standard Diagnostics
Gold Standard Treatment
COPD
Difficulty breathing, chronic cough, distant breath sounds
Pulmonary function tests (spirometry)
Inhaler therapy (bronchodilators), corticosteroids, oxygen therapy
Community Acquired Pneumonia
Cough, shortness of breath, fever, chest pain, productive cough, fatigue
Chest X-ray, sputum culture, blood tests
Antibiotics (based on pathogen and susceptibility), supportive care
Atypical Pneumonia
Cough, fever, headache, myalgia, non-productive cough
Chest X-ray, PCR, blood tests
Antibiotics (macrolides, fluoroquinolones), supportive care
Acute Bronchitis
Cough, sputum production, chest discomfort
Clinical assessment
Symptomatic relief, rest, hydration
Asthma
Shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing
Pulmonary function tests (spirometry)
Inhaler therapy (bronchodilators), corticosteroids, allergen avoidance
Tuberculosis
Cough, hemoptysis, weight loss, night sweats, fatigue
Chest X-ray, sputum culture, TB skin test
Antibiotics (multiple drugs for a specific duration), directly observed therapy (DOT)
Pulmonary Emboli
Shortness of breath, chest pain, cough, hemoptysis
CT pulmonary angiography, D-dimer
Anticoagulant therapy (heparin, warfarin, DOACs)
COVID-19
Fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, loss of taste or smell
RT-PCR of respiratory samples
Supportive care, oxygen therapy, antiviral drugs (e.g., remdesivir)
Upper Respiratory Infection
Nasal congestion, sore throat, cough, fatigue
Clinical assessment
Symptomatic relief, rest, hydration
Influenza
Fever, chills, sore throat, muscle aches, fatigue
Rapid influenza diagnostic tests
Antiviral drugs (oseltamivir, zanamivir), supportive care
You are a medical professor in charge of creating college assignments and answers for medical college students. You design and conduct lectures, evaluate student performance and provide feedback through examinations and assignments. Answer each question separately. Include and Introduction. Provide an answer to this content
Case Study Chosen:
Mason, a 55-year-old homeless man with respiratory symptoms.
Demographics:
Age: 55 Gender: Male
Mason, a 55-year-old homeless man with respiratory symptoms and related findings from the examination, here are appropriate questions to ask Mason during the initial assessment:
General Health:
Can you describe your overall health and any chronic medical conditions you are aware of?
Are you currently taking any medications or have any known allergies to medications?
Do you have a history of frequent colds or respiratory infections?
Respiratory Symptoms:
When did you first notice the morning cough and frequent colds? How long have you experienced these symptoms?
Can you describe the cough in more detail (productive/non-productive, color and consistency of sputum)?
Have you noticed any triggers or specific activities that worsen your difficulty in breathing?
Smoking History:
How long have you been smoking, and how many cigarettes do you smoke per day?
Have you ever attempted to quit smoking, and if so, what strategies or treatments have you tried?
Physical Activity and Mobility:
Can you elaborate on how your shortness of breath has progressed, especially with everyday activities? Are there specific activities that have become particularly challenging?
How long have you experienced difficulty walking long distances, and has this affected your ability to find food and access resources?
Breathing Patterns and Symptoms:
Have you noticed any changes in your breathing pattern, such as rapid breathing or increased effort to breathe?
Do you experience chest pain or discomfort while breathing, especially during exertion or at rest?
Have you ever been told that you make a sound when you breathe, like wheezing or whistling?
Cardiovascular Health:
Have you ever been diagnosed with high blood pressure or other heart-related conditions?
Do you experience any chest pain, palpitations, or irregular heartbeat?
SUBJECTIVE:
CC: Difficulty breathing and seeking medicine to help survive on the streets.
HPI:
Subjective: Shortness of breath during physical activity, difficulty breathing with everyday activities, frequent morning cough, limited mobility due to breathlessness.
OBJECTIVE:
General:
VS: 99°F, HR: 100 bpm, RR: 28/min, BP: 140/90 mmHg
Weight, Height, BMI: Not available
Physical Exam Elements:
Respiratory system: Distant breath sounds, end-expiratory wheezes, use of accessory muscles to breathe, slight barrel chest, neck vein distention.
POC Testing:
None mentioned in the case study.
ASSESSMENT:
Working Diagnosis (ICD-10):
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) J44.9
Differential Diagnosis:
Asthma J45.909
Acute Bronchitis J20.9
PLAN:
Diagnostic studies:
Pulmonary function tests (spirometry, lung volumes, diffusing capacity) for definitive COPD diagnosis.
Treatment:
COPD Management:
Inhaler therapy (e.g., salbutamol/albuterol, ipratropium)
Smoking cessation counseling
Pulmonary rehabilitation referral
Referrals:
Pulmonary specialist for further evaluation and management.
Education:
Educate on COPD, smoking cessation, importance of medication compliance, and seeking medical care.
Health maintenance:
Encourage regular follow-ups, adherence to medication and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, and annual influenza vaccination.
RTC (Return to Clinic):
Follow up in 2 weeks to assess response to treatment and adjust the management plan as needed.
Diagnosis Table:
Diagnosis
Signs/Symptoms
Gold Standard Diagnostics
Gold Standard Treatment
COPD
Difficulty breathing, chronic cough, distant breath sounds
Pulmonary function tests (spirometry)
Inhaler therapy (bronchodilators), corticosteroids, oxygen therapy
Community Acquired Pneumonia
Cough, shortness of breath, fever, chest pain, productive cough, fatigue
Chest X-ray, sputum culture, blood tests
Antibiotics (based on pathogen and susceptibility), supportive care
Atypical Pneumonia
Cough, fever, headache, myalgia, non-productive cough
Chest X-ray, PCR, blood tests
Antibiotics (macrolides, fluoroquinolones), supportive care
Acute Bronchitis
Cough, sputum production, chest discomfort
Clinical assessment
Symptomatic relief, rest, hydration
Asthma
Shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing
Pulmonary function tests (spirometry)
Inhaler therapy (bronchodilators), corticosteroids, allergen avoidance
Tuberculosis
Cough, hemoptysis, weight loss, night sweats, fatigue
Chest X-ray, sputum culture, TB skin test
Antibiotics (multiple drugs for a specific duration), directly observed therapy (DOT)
Pulmonary Emboli
Shortness of breath, chest pain, cough, hemoptysis
CT pulmonary angiography, D-dimer
Anticoagulant therapy (heparin, warfarin, DOACs)
COVID-19
Fever, cough, shortness of breath, fatigue, loss of taste or smell
RT-PCR of respiratory samples
Supportive care, oxygen therapy, antiviral drugs (e.g., remdesivir)
Upper Respiratory Infection
Nasal congestion, sore throat, cough, fatigue
Clinical assessment
Symptomatic relief, rest, hydration
Influenza
Fever, chills, sore throat, muscle aches, fatigue
Rapid influenza diagnostic tests
Antiviral drugs (oseltamivir, zanamivir), supportive care
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Influences on Communicationi. Identify at least two aspects of the culture that an early childhoodeducator should be cognizant of when communicating to either thestudent or family members belonging to the selected culture.
Influences on Communicationi. Identify at least two aspects of the culture that an early childhoodeducator should be cognizant of when communicating to either thestudent or family members belonging to the selected culture.*For example, some Asian cultures view direct eye contact
a. Celebrating Diversity
i. Identify 2 ways that you would incorporate your selected culture into the class curriculum. Be specific and thorough in your response.
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Your TasksYou will keep a 3-day food log, where you will record the meals and snacks that you ate, along with their nutrients, throughout each day. You can choose to track this using CronometerYou may record calories and carbohydrates; however, they are not required for this week. Task 2- AnalysisPlease answer the following questions in complete sentences:In regard to last week’s ‘challenge’-Did you try some of your carbohydrate additions or replacements? If so, how did it go?
Your TasksYou will keep a 3-day food log, where you will record the meals and snacks that you ate, along with their nutrients, throughout each day. You can choose to track this using CronometerYou may record calories and carbohydrates; however, they are not required for this week. Task 2- AnalysisPlease answer the following questions in complete sentences:In regard to last week’s ‘challenge’-Did you try some of your carbohydrate additions or replacements? If so, how did it go?In regard to fat (general)-What was your averageLinks to an external site. fat intake over the 3 days? Was your fat intake within the daily rangeLinks to an external site. (the AMDR is 20-35% of your caloric intake)? Were you surprised by your averages, why or why not?What did you eat the most of: saturated fat, trans fat, monounsaturated fat, or polyunsaturated fat? Which foods contained the most fat? Were you surprised by the fat content of some of your foods? If yes, which ones surprised you?Reflect on the fats consumed this week. Did some affect the way that you felt (i.e., mood, satiety, etc.)? Which ones? In regard to cholesterol-Were there any foods that you ate that help in lowering cholesterol? If yes, what were they? In regard to protein-What was your average protein intake over the 3 days? Based on this average, are you meeting your recommended protein needs?What are problems with diets that are low in protein? What are problems with diets that have excessive protein?Would you say that the majority of your protein comes from animal- or plant-based sources?How has learning about fat and protein affected your motivation to eat a healthier, more balanced diet? What are two foods that you can swap in order to:increase monounsaturated and/or polyunsaturated fat;reduce cholesterol;reduce animal-based sources and/or increase plant-based sources;increase protein intake (if protein intake was too low); ordecrease protein intake (if protein intake was too high)?
Describe the differences between dietitians and nutritionists.2. Explain the similarities and differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.3. Please answer the following:What is an obesogenic environment?Explain what this type of environment would look like?
1. Describe the differences between dietitians and nutritionists.2. Explain the similarities and differences between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. 3. Please answer the following:What is an obesogenic environment?Explain what this type of environment would look like? For example, what is in that environment and what is not there? 4. What is one primary prevention method for preventing osteoporosis? Explain how this method is important. 5. Determine Adele’s Estimated Energy Requirements given the following parameters: Age- 27Sex- FemaleWeight- 170 poundsHeight- 6 feetPhysical Activity- Moderate6. Explain the difference in function between HDL cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Given this function, why is it important for individuals at risk for cardiovascular diseases to monitor their fat intake? 7. In your own words, explain the thirst mechanism process. 8. Why is it important for the body to recycle amino acids? 9. Describe how undernutrition and over-nutrition relate to malnutrition.
What is the role of critical thinking in workforce development?How can students develop problem-solving skills?
Create a comprehensive panel discussion for me to speak to people on the subject of Effective Communication with detailed notes, talking points, and in-depth information. highlights, pauses, cues etc .. 1. Effective Communication- The Keystone of Success Why is communication critical in the workplace?What are the various forms of communication to master? What is the role of critical thinking in workforce development?How can students develop problem-solving skills?How can networking benefit career growth?What platforms and events are suitable for student networking? How to maintain and foster professional relationships?
Why Racial Disparities in healthcare make COVID-19 impact worse for minorities (1:58)Johnson ; Johnson. (2020, August 25). Why racial disparities in healthcare make COVID-19s impact worse for minorities [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/CXNkDDWxGxk
Based on viewing the Johnson & Johnson video, what are your thoughts about health care inequalities and the need for continuing reform? (Share at least 2 points of view.)
Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.
Read
Mason, D. J., Gardner, D. B., Outlaw, F. H. & OGrady, E. T. (2020).
Chapters 40, 41, 44, and 53
Watch
Why Racial Disparities in healthcare make COVID-19’s impact worse for minorities (1:58)Johnson & Johnson. (2020, August 25). Why racial disparities in healthcare make COVID-19s impact worse for minorities [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/CXNkDDWxGxk
Identify the process for decision making regarding technology. Discuss nursing role in identifying appropriate technology for practice.
create an outline for this assigment
Identify the process for decision making regarding technology. Discuss nursing role in identifying appropriate technology for practice.
include the following:
1. One technology application used in health care to facilitate decision making.2. The applications impact on quality of decision making.3. The process for selecting and implementing the application.4. The costs associated with the application.5. Nurses role(s) in selecting and evaluating the application.
What were the primary ways that neo-Evangelicalism differed from the older fundamentalist movement? How do is modern Evangelicalism engaged with mainstream culture and politics?
Read about the rise of rise of the Neo-Evangelical movement after World War II (section 5.2.2 and 2.3) from pages 308 to 309.
Write about Billy Graham and on the context, causes and characteristics of the post WWII neo-Evangelical movement. What were the primary ways that neo-Evangelicalism differed from the older fundamentalist movement? How do is modern Evangelicalism engaged with mainstream culture and politics?
Give a brief overview or summary of the key figures and developments of neo-Evangelicalism (covered on pages 308 to 309).
Give your own reaction to Evangelicalism drawing a line contrast between it and Protestant fundamentalism.
How do you see the involvement of Evangelicalism in politics and culture wars affecting its mission and evangelistic outreach to mainstream U.S. society?
In your post, consider some of Billy Graham’s reason for leaving the fundamentalists and calling himself an Evangelical?
What is conflict coltan? What groups benefited from the trade in conflict coltan?What groups were hurt by it?
Questions:1. What is conflict coltan? What groups benefited from the trade in conflict coltan?What groups were hurt by it?2. What three sectors were concerned with the problem of conflict coltan? Whatwere the interests of each, and in what ways did their interests converge?3. What steps could be taken by governments, NGOs, and companies to strengthenthe process to exclude conflict minerals from the global supply chain?4. Could conflict minerals be excluded from the global supply chain without hurtingthe noncombatant citizens of the DRC?
A maker of energy drinks is considering abandoning can containers and going exclusively to bottles because the sales manager believes customers prefer drinking from bottles. However, the vice president in charge of marketing is not convinced the sales manager is correct. Investigate this issue using statistical analysis. Explain which data collection method you would use and what procedures you would follow to apply this method to this situation.
USE WORD DOCUMENT ATTACHED…
Week 1
A maker of energy drinks is considering abandoning can containers and going exclusively to bottles because the sales manager believes customers prefer drinking from bottles. However, the vice president in charge of marketing is not convinced the sales manager is correct. Investigate this issue using statistical analysis.
Explain which data collection method you would use and what procedures you would follow to apply this method to this situation.
Propose which level of data measurement applies to the data collected. Justify your answer.
Determine whether the data is qualitative or quantitative.
Submit your work in a Word document.
Week 6
A computer scanner can read a bar code on a package correctly 97% of the time. One company monitors the accuracy of the scanner by randomly sampling packages and verifying that each package has been correctly scanned. Random samples of size n = 25, 50, 100, and 200 have recently been taken with the following results.
Package Sampling TableSample
“In word doc”
To complete this activity, use Excel to:
Calculate the sample proportion for each sample size.
Calculate the single-proportion sampling error for each sample size.
Calculate the probability of finding 198 correctly scanned packages, for a sample of size n=200.
Submit your work Excel file.
