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While Florence Nightingale is widely recognized as the most prominent figure in 19th-century nursing, other remarkable nurses also made significant contributions to the profession. One such figure is Mary Seacole, a Jamaican-British nurse who played a crucial role during the Crimean War. Despite facing considerable racial prejudice and being overshadowed by Nightingale’s legacy, Seacole’s contributions…

  Directions: Prior to completing this conversation, carefully review the directions, tutorial, and rubric for this assignment. Replace “Name of Student” with your first and last name. Replace “Name of Selected Nurse” with the Selected Nurse’s first and last name. Use exact words spoken by each person if using this as a transcript. Highlighted italicized…

  Introduction Catherine McAuley, a 19th-century Irish nurse and the founder of the Sisters of Mercy, developed a philosophy of “careful nursing” that remains relevant in modern nursing practice. McAuley’s approach emphasized holistic care that considered not only the physical condition of patients but also their emotional, spiritual, and moral needs. This essay will explore…

    Incidence, Prevalence & Risk Factors Disease Overview Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, commonly known as GERD, is a chronic condition where stomach acid frequently flows back into the esophagus, leading to irritation. This condition is highly prevalent in North America, with a prevalence rate ranging between 18.1% and 27.8%. The incidence of GERD is approximately…

Introduction Hypertension (HTN), commonly known as high blood pressure, is a pervasive health issue that significantly impacts the adult population in the United States. According to recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2020), approximately 108 million adults, or 45% of the U.S. adult population, are affected by hypertension, defined as…

  This grand rounds presentation and discussion focused on hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD). HFMD is a highly contagious, self-limiting viral illness most commonly seen in children under ten years old [Pue14]. It is caused by viruses in the enterovirus family, most frequently the coxsackievirus A16. It is spread by direct contact with nasal…

NR565 Week 2 State Specific Guidelines   Guidelines and Recommendations for Florida 1. Organization, Group, or Task Force Name: In Florida, the regulation and guidelines for prescribing controlled substances by Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) are overseen by the Florida Board of Nursing’s Controlled Substance Formulary Committee. This committee is composed of seven members, including…

  Learning more details this week about the history of research ethics has reinforced the critical need for extensive oversight and regulation of biomedical research. The inhumane and horrific experiments performed on prisoners during the Nazi regime were atrocities that provide stark evidence of the depths of evil and dehumanization that can occur when research…

  HPI: Established 2yo female patient presents with generalized rash that began this morning on the abdomen and quickly spread to bilateral upper and lower extremities. Mother states patient had a cough, runny nose, and fever (highest 103.0) for 3 days prior to rash. Fever resolved yesterday, cough, and runny nose persist. Mother gave patient…

  Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition where stomach contents, including acid, flow back into the esophagus, leading to various uncomfortable symptoms and potential complications. It is one of the most common gastrointestinal disorders, with the highest prevalence observed in North America. The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) has provided Clinical Practice Guidelines…