Nursing

The Development of a Large Haematoma on Groin SiteThe actual nursing concerns for this patient are: The development of a large haematoma on his groin site The leakage of blood from his groin site Increased chances of Infection Swelling and Acute pain The potential nursing concerns for this patient are: Arteriovenous fistula Neuritis Pseudoaneurysm Vessel thrombosis The Development of a Large Haematoma on Groin Site: The ma...

Challenges Faced by Dementia PatientsEvidence based practice is considered to the integration of best clinical practice and incorporation of the expert opinion. The EBP is considered to the knowledge, critical reasoning and judgment which is required for implementing best practice and improving the professional experience. It is stated that a proper implementation of the dementia practice for improving the quality of life of the patient is ess...

What is the Roper Logan Tierney Model of Care?The roper Logan Tierney model of care is defined as a concrete theory of nursing and the care is based upon activities on daily living. The abbreviated form of the model states the widespread in the UK and especially in the public sector. The main purpose of R-T-L model is considered as an assessment and it is used throughout the entire session of patient care. Therefore, Trials (2022) has stated t...

The ICN Code of EthicsThis report focuses on the ethical codes of conduct which nurses has to adhere while conducting their professional practice. This profession of nursing deals in health care sector that focuses on the care and well-being of individuals, families and communities so that they can maintain a happy and healthy lifestyle. Moreover, report also highlights certain humanistic goals which nurses have to take care while performing...

Gibb’s Reflective Model for Learning and Planning from ExperiencesThis reflective paper aims to discuss the experience I have acquired through the seminar planning on clinical governance. I was a part of a four-member conference planning project on infectious disease propagation and preventive strategies management and governance. I have learned problem identification and solving methods through this group work and implemented ext...

Causes and Effects of Psychological StressPsychological stress can be defined that’s the way people feel particularly under extreme physical, mental, or emotional pressure (Sun et al., 2020). Even though several researchers have revealed that it is extremely normal to experience some level of stress psychologically as a part of life, individuals who experience severe levels of psychological stress or those individuals who experienced it ...

Assessing the Learning Needs of NursesTopic - Educate your peers on how to teach a student on placement to complete an ISBAR communication tool. The purpose of this written assessment is to create an efficient plan for teaching nurses to achieve the best quality of patient outcomes and care. Nurses need to have knowledge regarding various clinical procedures and activities and simultaneously induce methods for gaining positive health out...

DiscussionJudy is a 7-year old child who had been previously diagnosed with common cold and low grade persistent fever which was finally diagnosed as leukaemia. The child’s presenting symptoms included listlessness, irritability, pale skin, fever and the child looked anorexic. Other manifestations included weight loss, petechiae over the whole body, bruising without cause, complaints of joint and bone pain.  The child lives with her...

Challenges in Implementing Evidence-Based PracticeThis paper aims to explain the facilitators and barriers to the implementation of evidence-based practice within person-centred care including strategies to decrease non-compliance to policy, and recommendations for sustainable adherence to policy. The evidence-based practise improves the quality of nursing; however, there are some challenges that may affect the implementation of practice. E...

Organisational Factors in Research UtilisationEvidence-based Nursing Practice enables the nurses in understanding the risk as well as effectiveness of treatments. The application of this practice ensures that the nurses to have a patient care plan (Mathieson et al., 2019). The key areas that will be focused in this report will be barriers and facilitators, clinical practice guidelines and maintaining and sustaining adherence to a policy. Th...

DiscussionThe condition of umbilical granuloma is one of the common conditions which is characterised by red lump of tissues, moist in nature and it is observed within the first few weeks after birth. It is stated that the area is treated with the help oof silver nitrate solution which helps in slow burning of the area and prevents the chance of developing complications (Al-Jundi & Sakka, 2017). Presently, the use of silver nitrate solut...

FindingsNurses are enabled to spend more time with the patients, eliminate the number of errors, drive more information, develop research-based practices, boost efficacy and enhance safety. There are several areas where the nurses need to cope or have to manage their technical skills. For example, the nurses are responsible for sharing information and educating patients. In addition, the nurses need to utilize electronic medical records for do...

Neural Plasticity and Stroke RehabilitationThe purpose of this study was to conduct a review of the literature on mirror therapy and to analyse the scientific evidence about the effectiveness of using mirror therapy to enhance motor and functional results in patients who have suffered a stroke. Stroke is one of the most common causes of disability around the world. Despite advancements in acute stroke care, stroke continues to be a leading caus...

Critical review the determinants of healthThe paper is centred on the condition of Australian women concerning the condition of the nation in terms of Anaemia among its women population (safetyandquality.gov.au, 2022). Hence, the vulnerable group chosen for the paper are the women population of Australia above 50 years of age to be specific. In general, anaemia among Australia women is a very common health issue where over 11% of the conceivin...

Summary table Exercises Stages Response Heart rate Blood pressure RPE Chester step test; Details: 8-inch step 2-minute increments Stage 1 82 bpm; 150/ 90 10 to 11 Chester step test; Details: 8-inch step 2-minute increments Stage 2 94 bpm; 160/90 12 Chester step test; Details: 8-inch step 2-minute increments Stage 3 ...

The Transition Framework and Its PhasesThe professional practice of nursing refers to the commitment to compassion, caring and values of ethics. It is a continuous development process of self and others. It is responsible and accountable for the insightful practice. The graduate health professionals, when transferred to the role of a registered nurse, have gone through a transition process. This essay evaluates the transition framework which i...

DiscussionThe paper aims to shed light on the risk factors of lower limb amputation in diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia. Diabetic foot complications are a significant public health issue globally, particularly in Saudi Arabia, where diabetes is highly prevalent. Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a prevalent endocrinopathy with several complications, namely diabetic foot ulcers (DFUs), leading to limb amputation. (Musa et al., 2018). Treatment of DFUs...

Early Mobilization and Postoperative CareEarly mobilization is considered as an essential aspect in postoperative care. Dr. Emil Ries was the one of the first surgeons to explain the idea of early mobilization in post-operative care facilities. In spite of the documentation published by Ries, the clinical practice of mobilization after surgical event was slow in order to achieve favor in North America and healthcare professionals still prefe...

Qualitative and quantitative research methodsQualitative methods aim to gain an in-depth understanding of a small number of cases, often using interviews or focus groups. Quantitative methods, on the other hand, involve gathering large amounts of data from a variety of sources to make generalizations or conclusions. The researcher has to understand how qualitative and quantitative methods can be used to study different aspects of research. For...

Reflective practice in teachingThe reflective practices in teaching are referred to the involvement of processes that examine the underlying set of beliefs of a practitioner regarding the mechanisms of teaching as well as learning (Slade et al. 2019). It is also about the alignment of one practitioner with his or her actual practices in the classroom before taking the class, during the class as well as after the course is fully taught to the c...

Importance of Postpartum CareThe postpartum stage denotes the period instantaneously after delivery till six weeks after delivery. Through this period, women experience several physiological alterations before resuming in their pre-pregnancy state. They, therefore, experience several types of troubles such as physical, emotional, psychological, and social tribulations, which may inspire them to attempt treatments (Rogers et al., 2020). Postpar...

Introduction and backgroundOsteoporosis is a type of skeletal disease that is associated reduction in bone mass and decline in bone tissue that increases the risk of fracture. The risk of the condition is common in elderly people and the prevalence is found to be 30% in people above 50 years and 15% in men (Kemmak et al., 2020). According to Salari et al. (2021), osteoporosis has been defined based on bone mineral density (BMD) asses...

Outline of Benner’s TheoryNursing is a practice of care that is maintained and promoted by the code of responsibilities and ethics. The journey of every expert nurse begins as a nursing student. The clinical setting, knowledge, and skills that student nurses gain from practical fieldwork enable them to gain expertise in their field. Dr. Benner started working in the field of nursing since the late 1960s and developed a theory that is kno...

Inclusion criteriaThe majority of nations that strive to offer people with universal access to medical care face a problem in the form of lengthy outpatient waiting times. Even though a significant amount of research has been conducted in this field, a significant number of patients continue to face lengthy delays in receiving specialized treatment, especially in public health system. It is common for there to be a lack of understanding of the...

EffectivenessDialectical Behaviour Therapy (DTB) is an inclusive and evidence-based treatment commonly used on Borderline Personality Behavior (BPD). The most significant patient population with the disorder has the most empirical support. It consists of parasuicidal women with BPD, depressed adult patients, individuals using substances, and individuals experiencing binge-eating disorder (Flynn, 2021). DTB has various similarities as compared ...