See attached . Please ensure the there is an introduction and conclusion. Three pages without the cover page and reference page with a minimum of five journal articles. Assignment should be written in APA 7 format to include subtitles.
After studying Module 6: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following:
Hyde Pfiefer, a retired 70-year-old German American, has lived in the United States for the last 50 years. A widower of 5 years, Mr. Pfiefer prepares his own meals following his wife’s recipes from the old country. Nine months ago, Mr. Pfiefer was told that his cholesterol is elevated, and he was instructed about a low-fat diet. His most recent test results show his values to be unchanged.
Submission Instructions:
Discuss what is happening on a cellular level with the disease process. Be careful to realize that patients have co-morbidities, and you may need to discuss the other diseases impact on the pathophysiology and care of the patient. Three (3) resources after 2008 are required along with 7th edition APA format.
Neuro Case Study
You are consulted to visit a 72 year old male client who had a stroke last year which left both his upper and lower right sided extremities weakened. He is obese and has a history of smoking for 57 years. His history also includes being diagnosed with type 2 diabetic, high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, polycythemia, and atrial fibrillation. His father died of an MI at age 53. Both of his parents had type 2 diabetes. His mother dies of cancer. His paternal grandfather had 2 strokes, 0neyear apart, dying two weeks after the second stroke.
1. What types of extremity paralysis ( weaknesses) can occur in strokes and how do they differ? What type of weakness does this patient exhibit?
2. The lesion that caused the motor function problem in this patient is located on which side of the brain? Why does it occur in this manner?
3. Given the history of this patient, what type of stroke did this patient have,
ischemic, or hemorrhagic? Please provide your rationale.
4. What is the relationship between atrial fibrillation, and the stroke
5. What other risk factors are identified for this patient and what is the relationship of these to a stroke?
6. Your patient’s wife tells you “My husband’s grandfather had a stroke and could not talk, but he could talk> My husband can not walk, but can talk. I do not understand Why?” The APN would address this issue in what manner? What information is shared?
7. The patient’s wife adds, the doctor said to call him if he suffered a TIA. I thought TIA’s go away. Why is this important and how will I know it is happening? The APN addresses this situation in what manner. What information will be shared?
8. How do adult strokes differ from pediatric strokes?
Identify at least 3 key concepts from the selected part of the textbook and provide clear and correct explanations. Writing shows a clear logical link between those concepts. Synthesize information from multiple sources (lectures, readings, activities) and derive a conclusion in your own words. The terminology used is clearly defined. Notes: – The reflection should be 500-600 words. – A part of points will be taken off for each criterion that was not met. – A late submission will be subjected to a point reduction each day after the deadline until it runs down to zero.
How will the degree program you are seeking support your career plans at UHealth Tower as an acute care nurse practitioner in 3-5 years?
Research methods used frequently in nursing can be classified in different ways. Discuss the classification of research methodologies used in nursing research.
Please include 400 words in your initial post and a scholarly reference. Attached you can find the rubric to follow up.
Please help me with this assignment. The case study has been attached.
Discuss the safety and effectiveness of alternative and complementary medicine for the treatment of specific
illnesses such as cancer, diabetes, and hypertension. Share your opinions about holistic and allopathic care.
Would have any conflicts or concerns supporting a patient who chooses holistic or allopathic medicine?
500 words
Consider the current healthcare delivery models and practice settings. Reflect on how nursing practice is transforming in response to the current demands of the healthcare system and answer one of the following questions:
Refer to AACN Essentials, Chamberlain University Nursing Conceptual Framework and other scholarly sources. Use at least one outside scholarly article to support your position. Provide an example to illustrate an application to professional practice.
What challenges do you expect with the PMHNP role?
What is the role of the Nurse Practitioner in the use of psychotropic medications? What is so important the knowledge of these class of medications?
If you copy and paste references from the course into your assignment, be sure to confirm APA formatting before submitting.
