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  • Welcome to our reflection discussion. Please reflect on the topics we have cove

    Welcome to our reflection discussion. Please reflect on the topics we have covered over the last 15 weeks, discuss healthcare policy and politic and discuss the impact of mentors during the course.
    Minimum of two scholarly references in APA format within the last five years published

  • Initial Post Instructions The digestive system is composed of two parts: the ali

    Initial Post Instructions
    The digestive system is composed of two parts: the alimentary canal and the accessory digestive structures. These two parts of the system work together to break down food into absorbable units and eliminate the non-digested material as feces. Let’s begin by identifying each of the organs in the alimentary canal and the accessory digestive structures.
    Choose one organ/structure and post details about it to begin the discussion. Choose a different organ for each of your follow up posts to ensure everyone has an opportunity to contribute.
    Writing Requirements
    Minimum of 2 posts (1 initial & 1 follow-up)
    Minimum of 2 sources cited (assigned readings/online lessons and an outside source)
    APA format for in-text citations and list of references

  • Compose a written comprehensive psychiatric eval of a child patient(younge

    Compose a written comprehensive psychiatric eval of a child patient(younger than 10 years old) you have seen in the clinic. It is not acceptable to sayt “within normal limits.”

    USE TEMPLATE ATTACHED. PLAGIARISM NEEDS TO BE LESS THAN 10%. IT WILL BE CHECKED.
    For the Comprehensive Psychiatric Eval .Work Formatted and cited in current APA style 7 ed with support from at least 5 academic sources which need to be journal articles or books from 2019 up to now. NO WEBSITES allowed for reference entry. Include doi, page numbers, etc. Plagiarism must be less than 10%.

    RUBRIC : Chief Complaint : Reason for seeking health. Includes a direct quote from patient about presenting problem .
    Demographics : Begins with patient initials, age, race, ethnicity, and gender (5 demographics).
    History of the Present Illness (HPI) – Includes the presenting problem and the 8 dimensions of the problem (OLD CARTS – Onset, Location, Duration, Character, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors,Timing, and Severity).
    Allergies – Includes NKA (including = Drug, Environmental, Food, Herbal, and/or Latex or if allergies are present (reports for each severity of allergy AND description of allergy).
    Review of Systems (ROS) – Includes a minimum of 3 assessments for each body system, assesses at least 9 body systems directed to chief complaint, AND uses the words “admits” and “denies.”
    Vital Signs – Includes all 8 vital signs, (BP (with patient position), HR, RR, temperature (with Fahrenheit or Celsius and route of temperature collection), weight, height, BMI (or percentiles for pediatric population) and pain).
    Labs, Diagnostic, PERFORMED. During the visit: Includes a list of the labs, diagnostic or screening tools reviewed at the visit, values of lab results or screening tools, and highlights abnormal values, OR acknowledges no labs/diagnostic were reviewed.
    Medications- Includes a list of all of the patient reported psychiatric and medical medications and the diagnosis for the medication (including name, dose, route, frequency).
    Past Medical History- Includes (Major/Chronic, Trauma, Hospitalizations), for each medical diagnosis, year of diagnosis and whether the diagnosis is active orcurrent.
    Past Psychiatric History- Includes (Outpatient and Hospitalizations), for each psychiatric diagnosis (including ADDICTION treatment and date of the diagnosis)
    Family Psychiatric History- Includes an assessment of at least 6 family members regarding, at a minimum, genetic disorders, mood disorder, bipolar disorder, and history of suicidal attempts.
    Social History- Includes all 11 of the following: tobacco use, drug use, alcohol use, marital status, employment status, current and previous occupation, sexual orientation, sexually active, contraceptive use/pregnancy status, and living situation.
    Mental Status – Includes all 10 components of the mental status section (appearance, attitude/behavior, mood, affect, speech, thought process, thought content/perception, cognition, insight and judgement) with detailed descriptions for each area.
    Primary Diagnoses- Includes a clear outline of the accurate principal diagnosis AND lists the remaining diagnoses addressed at the visit (in descending priority)using the DSM-5-TR. The correct ICD-10 billing code is used. DSM-5-TR. The correct ICD-10 billing code is used.
    Differential Diagnoses: Includes at least 2 differential diagnoses that can be supported by the subjective and objective data provided using the DSM-5-TR. The correct ICD-10 billing code is used.
    Outcome Labs/Screening Tools – After the visit: orders appropriate diagnostic/lab or screening tool 100% of the time OR acknowledges “no diagnostic or screening tool clinically required at this time.”
    Treatment Includes a detailed pharmacologic and non pharmacological treatment plan for each of the diagnoses listed under “assessment”. The plan includes ALL of the following: drug/vitamin/herbal name, dose, route, frequency, duration and cost as well as education related to pharmacologic agent.
    For non- pharmacological treatment, includes: treatment name, frequency, duration. If the diagnosis is a chronic problem, student includes instructions on currently prescribed medications as above. The plan is supported by the cufrent US guidelines.
    Patient/Family Education- Includes at least 3 strategies to promote and develop skills for managing their illness and at least 3 self-management methods on how to incorporate healthy behaviors into their lives.
    Referral : Provides a detailedlist of medical and interdisciplinary referrals or NO REFERRAL ADVISED AT THIS TIME. Includes a timeline for follow up appointments.
    APA Formatting : Effectively uses literature and other resource. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing. High level of precision with APA 7th Edition writing style.
    References: The references contains at least the required current scholarly academic reference and in-literature citations reference. Follows APA guidelines of components: double space, 12 pt. font, abstract, level headings, hanging indent.

  • Journal Entry 5: Middle childhood physical and cognitive development Raise your

    Journal Entry 5: Middle childhood physical and cognitive development
    Raise your child to the age of 10 years, 11 months, then select one of the following questions to respond to in your journal. Make sure you reference different events in your child’s life, using your textbook and other reliable sources for support.

    What activities and experiences have you and your child have engaged in that might be promoting healthy behavioral practices and an interest in physical activity?
    Each journal entry should be a minimum of 2 pages, double-spaced (about 500 to 700 words) Times New Roman font size 12
    *IMPORTANT INFO* I am the Father of Theodora in these scenarios and Theo is a girl.
    THEODORAat 10 years 11 months
    Some highlights of the 5th grade report card (the one that is being sent on to middle school with Theodora’s portfolio of writing samples, and standardized test scores) were as follows:
    “Demonstrates strength” in the areas of mathematical problem solving, understanding of data, number concepts, graphical applications, and arithmetic computation.
    “Demonstrates strength” in the area of music.
    Consistently works cooperatively in groups, consistently respects rights and property of others, and consistently demonstrates appropriate peer social interaction.
    “Demonstrates strength” in the area of art.
    “Demonstrates strength” in all areas of reading, and in spelling and “appropriate for grade level” in writing.
    Consistently works independently, listens attentively, and follows directions and classroom rules.
    “Demonstrates strength” in the areas of speaking and listening and in content knowledge of social studies and science.
    In the comments section the teacher wrote: Occasionally Theodora gets upset during stressful situations inside or outside the classroom, but usually is able to bounce back quickly.
    Theodora spends time after school and on weekends sending messages to friends on her smartphone. You keep the phone at home and allow her to carry it only when she will be away on a sleepover with a friend or going places around the neighborhood with friends. This way you can remain in contact in case of emergencies. You used a Smartphone a lot yourself in your teen years, but you are still surprised at how early it has started in Theodora’s generation
    Theodora is working at the 6th grade math level (the highest level offered at her school) and usually gets the homework done easily and gets everything right on the tests. At this point she is really interested in science, but thinks math is sort of humdrum.
    You work with the teacher to find science fairs and volunteer to get together a group from Theodora’s class to put together a science experiment for the upcoming fair. Theodora joins in with enthusiasm.
    Theodora’s fifth grade class is just about to leave on the fifth grade science camp trip (a week spent in cabins in the mountains). The fifth grade teachers have been preparing the kids for weeks, alternating with each other in the teaching of science units on ecology, astronomy, geology, botany and zoology. The kids are also learning all of the rules of camp (they will have to keep their cabin clean, wash dishes, turn the lights out at 9, etc). This is Theodora’s first extended stay away from home. Theodora is really enthusiastic about the science topics and talks a lot about them at home. It seems as though the prospect of actually doing hands-on science is already enhancing her interest in and knowledge about the topics. You figure the whole trip will be a good life-experience as well as a good academic experience.
    Theodora is able to concentrate longer on tasks than at age 8, although she has occasional lapses.
    You reward Theodora for completing the homework for the day all in one session rather than splitting it up.
    Theodora’s asthma seems to kick up in the fall and the spring or when she gets a cold.
    You stay with the medications, and teach Theodora to take as many precautions as possible to avoid colds.
    Theodora is always wanting to design something, such as a new set-up in her room, a dress, or a garden project.
    You teach her how to sew and the two of you take a clothing design class together and have a great time with it on weekends.
    Theodora gets along very well with most people, is popular with other kids, and has a lot of social and other after-school activities.
    You facilitate Theodora’s interests by allowing friends over or allowing Theodora to stay at her friends’ houses.
    Theodora is getting quite good at soccer and really looks forward to it. She played on the “All Stars” team last year. Theodora’s coach recommends joining a travel team as a way of advancing faster This is practically year round, so it would mean there isn’t enough time for serious competitive play in other sports.
    You don’t want her to burn out on a sport and grow to dislike it at such a young age. You continue with the regular soccer league and All Stars, as Theodora has friends there and really likes it. But you also encourage her to try other sports through the rec center or informal play.
    Theodora is very verbally adept and witty, and enjoys jokes, stories and riddles.
    You enjoy having a wider range of conversations together than you could last year.
    Theodora is continuing to be a strong reader, and always seems to have a fiction book she is reading.
    You sometimes read the same books as Theodora, and converse about some of the funnier or more interesting moments in the book. Sometime you suggest a book to Theodora that you think she’d like.

  • Effects on Individual Health & Lifestyle fter reviewing Module 5: Lecture Ma

    Effects on Individual Health & Lifestyle

    fter reviewing Module 5: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following;
    How do family, friends, and community influence individual health and lifestyle? Identify at least 3 positive and 3 negative effects.
    Submission Instructions:
    Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources. Your initial post is worth 8 points.
    You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional nuance to their posts

  • Please provide an answer that is 100% original and do not copy the answer to thi

    Please provide an answer that is 100% original and do not copy the answer to this question from any other website since I am already well aware of this. I will be sure to check this.
    Please be sure that the answer comes up with way less than 18% on Studypool’s internal plagiarism checker since anything above this is not acceptable according to Studypool’s standards. I will not accept answers that are above this standard.
    No AI or Chatbot! I will be sure to check this.
    Additionally, please make sure it is from a Marriage and Family Therapy lens
    The paper must be 7 to 8 full pages (double-spaced, excluding title page and references). APA 7 Your paper must be on a topic related to substance abuse treatment and recovery within a specific LGBTQ community. The topic should address the intersection of at least two diversity issues. Some examples include: substance abuse treatment issues among HIV-positive gay and bisexual men (integrates a stigmatized chronic illness with sexual identity), substance abuse treatment issues among African-American or Latino gay and bisexual men (integrates racial/ethnic minor- ity issues with sexual identity), substance abuse treatment issues among African- American or Latino lesbian and bisexual women (integrates racial/ethnic minority issues, sexism and sexual identity), substance abuse treatment issues among older gay and bisexual men (integrates issues related to ageism and sexual identity), or substance abuse treatment issues among lower SES transgender women who are commercial sex-workers (integrating class, gender identity, and commercial sex issues). These are just a few ideas. Feel free to be creative in selecting a community of interest within the greater LGBTQ population When writing your paper, information should be drawn from at least 10 references (clinical or research-based) published within the last 5 years with information organized into the following sec- tions:
    a. Defining the population—including areas of diversity to be addressed throughout the remainder of the paper.
    b. Review of epidemiological trends of drug use (e.g., prevalence rates, alcohol/drugs most commonly used).
    c. Discussion of psychosocial factors related to substance abuse and/or dependence in this population (i.e., review environmental, socio-cultural, and psychological factors that would need to be addressed in treatment).
    d. Overview of available treatment options (programs, modalities, techniques) along with ideas you have that would strengthen the therapeutic outcome when working with your chosen population. Be sure to consider issues related to heteronormativity, bias, homophobia, toxic shame and other cultural manifestations of repression likely to exist within your treatment population. Feel free to be creative and suggest treatment modalities or techniques that have not been discussed in this class but that you feel would benefit your clients.
    Requirements: 7-8 Full Pages Times New Roman Size 12 Font Double-Spaced APA Format Excluding the Title and Reference Pages | .doc file
    Please divide the paper into sections using subheadings
    Please provide an answer that is 100% original and do not copy the answer to this question from any other website since I am already well aware of this. I will be sure to check this.
    Please be sure that the answer comes up with way less than 18% on Studypool’s internal plagiarism checker since anything above this is not acceptable according to Studypool’s standards. I will not accept answers that are above this standard.
    No AI or Chatbot! I will be sure to check this.
    Please be sure to include an introduction paragraph with a clear thesis statement in the last sentence of the introduction paragraph and a conclusion paragraph
    Please be sure to carefully follow the instructions
    No plagiarism & No Course Hero & No Chegg. The assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
    Please be sure to include at least one in-text citation in each body paragraph
    When writing your paper, information should be drawn from at least 10 references (clinical or research-based) published within the last 5 years

  • Telling your patient story. This story needs to be based on an experience so it

    Telling your patient story.
    This story needs to be based on an experience so it will seem like one of my own. The place of employment where it takes place can be at UMMC with an acute dialysis patient or whichever you choose as long as it’s a story not already published by someone else.
    We will use accepted standardized criteria for the clinical narrative.
    Massachusetts General Hospital “Describing practice through clinical narratives”:
    http://www.mghpcs.org/ipc/Programs/Recognition/Describing.aspLinks to an external site.
    1-3 pages in length

  • **Please respond to the post below, do no use Mayo clinic or wiki as references

    **Please respond to the post below, do no use Mayo clinic or wiki as references or references more than 5yrs old**
    Describe the clinical manifestations, similarities, and differences of the following vitamin deficiencies: niacin, riboflavin (B2), thiamine (B1), folate, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, pantothenic acid (B5), biotin, vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E, vitamin A, and vitamin D.

  • Using the most current publish of your Prospectus Form: Review each component of

    Using the most current publish of your Prospectus Form:
    Review each component of your research design.
    Populate the Research Design Alignment Table with your study details.
    Using the reflection questions located below the table, analyze and revise the information to ensure that the components align, fit together, and complement one another.Is there a logical progression from the research problem to the purpose of the study?
    Does the identified framework ground the investigation into the stated problem?
    Do the problem, purpose, and framework in the left-hand column align with the RQ(s) (all rows)?
    Does each RQ address the problem and align with the purpose of the study?
    Does the information across each individual row match/align with the RQ listed for that row?
    Submit the most recent version of your Prospectus Form with the completed Research Design Alignment Table in the Blackboard classroom. When you receive feedback from your instructor, be sure to keep it for Seminar 5.
    The emission of industrial air pollution and its influence on respiratory illness mortality.
    The supporting research reveals a strong link between industrial air pollution and respiratory illnesses. Pollutants emitted by industrial operations, such as particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur dioxide, have been shown to impact respiratory health negatively, leading to a rise in death rates. The research also emphasizes the disproportionate burden of respiratory disorders in populations near industrial zones with greater pollution levels.
    The need to identify the precise impact of industrial air pollution on respiratory disease-related mortality is the issue that my research will address. While prior research has proven a broad link between air pollution and respiratory health outcomes, there has been a lack of detailed investigations concentrating on the influence of industrial emissions on death rates. By addressing this issue, my research hopes to add to the body of knowledge and guide policy choices to minimize industrial pollution’s negative consequences.
    My research examines the link between industrial air pollution and respiratory illness mortality. I want to provide evidence-based results that illustrate the scope of the issue and its public health ramifications. My work aims to promote awareness, advise preventative actions, and encourage the development of tailored treatments to minimize respiratory disease-related mortality by identifying the unique dangers associated with industrial emissions.
    My study will address a gap in the literature by doing extensive research on the direct relationship between industrial air pollution and respiratory illness mortality. While previous research has examined the link between air pollution and respiratory health, few have explicitly examined industrial emissions’ role in death rates. As a result, my study attempts to fill this void by offering particular insights into the influence of industrial pollution on respiratory disease-related fatalities.
    Air pollution has been thoroughly researched, and the health consequences are well documented. Mueller, Nieuwenhuijsen, and Rojas-Rueda (2020) investigated the quantitative health effect and illness burden linked with traffic-related air pollution. Their results highlight the negative impact of air pollution on human health, namely respiratory disorders. Similarly, Raguraman and Sundarabalan (2023) used statistical models to study the influence of environmental variables on air pollution-related respiratory disorders, stressing the link between air pollution and respiratory health. These studies lighten the negative consequences of air pollution on public health. Additionally, projections on the impact of integrated policy action on air pollution-related mortality highlight the critical need for effective measures to improve air quality and mitigate its negative consequences (The Economic Benefits of Air Quality Improvement in Arctic Council Countries, 2021).
    My study’s research questions (RQs) are as follows:
    What links industrial air pollution and respiratory illness death rates?
    What role do various industrial pollutants play in respiratory disease mortality?
    Is there any particular demographic or location that suffers disproportionately from industrial pollution-related respiratory illness mortality?
    What are the viable treatments and policies might successfully decrease industrial air pollution-related death rates?
    My investigation is supported by a paradigm that combines environmental health, epidemiology, and public health views. Using these disciplines, I want to investigate the health effects of industrial air pollution using rigorous scientific techniques, evaluate the data gathered, and make evidence-based suggestions to address the issue successfully. This paradigm will thoroughly understand the complicated links between industrial emissions, respiratory illnesses, and mortality and guide future research and policy initiatives in this area.

  • In 1798, President John Adams signed the Act for the Relief of Sick and Disable

    In 1798, President John Adams signed the Act for the Relief of Sick and Disabled Seamen, imposing a twenty cent per month tax on sailors to be used to pay for care at various American ports. This act led to the eventual development of the U.S. Public Health Service.
    In your post, respond to the following questions and, if it’s relevant, include your own personal experience:
    Why would the federal government single out sailors for a mandatory health insurance fee?
    Why would state governments think this was a good idea? What would be the advantages of this approach for state governments?
    Be sure to include the historical role of the federal and state governments in health care delivery in your discussion.