Essays on Arcangelo

Breast cancer is the growth of malignant tissue that starts in breast region and spreads to distant parts of the body. It is most common in women though it can also happen in men to a lower extent. Risk factors are things that heighten the chances of getting cancer (Bunnell, 2000). There are several risk factors for breast cancer, but it is not easy to know how much the factors can contribute. Some of the risk factors for breast cancer include the use of oral contraceptives, dense breast tissue, previous chest radiation, and drinking alcohol among others. The preventive ...

The American Diabetes Association, ADA (2016) describes diabetes as one of the most common endocrine diseases, with its prevalence continuing to rise, despite the efforts that the healthcare industry is undertaking to stem its incidence. CDC (2016) reports that as of 2014, there were 29.1 people living with diabetes, both diagnosed and undiagnosed. 21million cases are diagnosed, while the rest are undiagnosed. The burden of the condition on the US population and healthcare system continues to increase, with an estimated 245 billion being spent annually for treatment and management of diabetes. Additionally, diabetes is associated with reduced cost of ...

Introduction

Asthma is a form of chronic illness that affects a significant number of individuals including children as well as adults whereby the illness that affects an individual’s airways (Kaufman, 2012). As such, the airways swell, narrow and produce additional mucus causing difficulties in breathing. Research indicates that the main causes of the illness are closely associated with environmental as well as genetic triggers (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2006). Since asthma is incurable, proper prevention as well as control of the illness is essential so as to foster optimal outcomes among patients and improve their wellbeing. Thus, healthcare workers should identify ...

Medical errors occur in the day to day interaction among the patients and the clinicians. The doctors' role specifically, stipulate for the doctor to disclose such error to the patient at the point of realizing the same. However, there are ethics and laws that govern the doctor's right and the patients' rights as well. Assume a scenario where the doctor realizes wrong prescription from the clinicians, could this not have an impact if disclosed in front of the patients? In Pensylvania, such ethics are well established in the laws that govern the physicians' options to either disclose or not ...

Introduction

Drugs may be categorized through the chemical form of the ingredient which is active or even through the method it is utilized to treat specific conditions. It will as a result be realized that each drug may possibly be categorized into several drug classes. By definition, antacids are actually agents which purely neutralize gastric acid as well as raising the pH of gastric. They are in most cases utilized to treat dyspepsia plus peptic ulcer symptomatic relief. Antacids are in fact a form of medication which can possibly control the levels of acid in stomach. It will be documented that they ...

Nausea and vomiting can indicate the presence of gastrointestinal disorders (GI), metabolic disorders, neurological issues, or adverse reactions to drugs or substance abuse (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2013). Although the exact medical history of HL is unknown, based on the drugs used in the patient’s treatment, it is possible to assume that the patient suffers from hypertension, chest pain, breathing disorders, ulcerative colitis, or hormonal imbalances (Cerner Multum [CM], 2012; CM 2013a; CM 2013b).

Because diarrhea occurs simultaneously with vomiting and nausea, my diagnosis would be viral gastroenteritis, which should resolve spontaneously within five days (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2013). ...

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a condition characterized by stiffness, non-restorative sleep, chronic fatigue, and widespread musculoskeletal pain. The pain is persistent when the tender points are palpated, but unlike myofascial pain, the patients do not complain about burning pain localized in specific sites (LeBlond, Brown, & DeGowin, 2009). FM is diagnosed by palpating 18 standardized tender points, which are bilaterally distributed on the anterior and posterior sides, and the diagnosis is concluded if the patient experiences pain in at least 11 points (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2013). Although the exact cause of FM is unknown, many healthcare providers and researchers consider it a ...

Chronic bronchitis is a type of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) that is characterized by excessive bronchial mucus secretion and a productive cough that usually lasts three months or longer in two consecutive years. Abnormalities associated with chronic bronchitis are thickened bronchial walls, mucosal inflammation in the walls and airways, and hypertrophied and hyperplastic mucus glands (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2013). The recommended drug treatment for controlling chronic bronchitis is divided into three lines (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2013). First, aminopenicilins, such as ampicillin and amoxicillin, are usually sufficient for simple chronic bronchitis cases. Second, in complicated chronic bronchitis, second-generation or third-generation ...

If I prescribe medication to my friend without looking at the medical history or without a suitable diagnosis, I am violating both legal and ethical regulations. According to the nursing code of ethics, the nurse has to establish professional boundaries (American Nurses Association [ANA], 2001). Unlike purely personal relationships, relationships with patients need to be structured relationships aimed at improving the patients’ well-being. Several other ethical standards are violated as well because I engaged in a questionable practice that could possibly jeopardize my friend’s safety. Furthermore, prescribing controlled substances without a systematic approach and diagnostic evidence is a violation of the ...

Patient AO is currently treated with atenolol 12.5 mg daily with doxazosin (8 mg daily), hydralazine (10 mg qid), sertraline (25 mg daily), and simvastatin (80 mg daily) for hypertension and hyperlipidemia. The patient also has a medical history of obesity and has gained 9 pounds recently. According to Arcangelo and Peterson (2013), age is a significant factor in determining treatment for hypertension and hyperlipidemia. In adult patients, adverse events will be unlikely. However, decreased hepatic and renal functions in elderly patients may influence drug therapy recommendations.

It is recommended that the treatment starts with diuretics and beta blockers if possible ...

Diabetes Types, stats and pathology

Introduction 2 Statistics 2 Types of Diabetes 3 Type-1Diabetes 3 Type-2 Diabetes 4 Juvenile Diabetes 4 Gestational Diabetes 4 Prediabetes 5 LADA 5 MODY (Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young) 5 Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis 6 Medical diagnosis 7 Causes 8 Monitoring diabetes and Drug Therapy 10 Insulin Shots and therapeutic agents 10 Dietary Considerations and Nutrition Therapy 11 Conclusion 11 Introduction Diabetes is a challenging disease for current health care that is causing a heavy financial burden to the society. Estimations have ...

Arcangelo Corelli

Arcangelo Corelli is one of the greatest violinists. He is considered to be the founder of modern violin technique. Corelli was one of the key figures of Italian music in XVII-XVIII centuries. Corelli’s works, without exaggeration, can be called masterpieces of Italian classical music. His compositions are embodied rigor, modesty and simplicity. But, at the same time, they are written with the perfect taste, in his exquisite manner. His style is clear and unique. You won’t hear such unnecessary details in Corelli’s compositions like external effects, random notes – each sound has own place. And, at ...

Hormone Replacement Therapy is also called ‘hormone therapy’. It is a process by which a person receives hormones for either of two reasons; one, to substitute other hormones with the naturally occurring ones, or two, to supplement the natural ones because they are insufficient (Peterson, Arcangelo, 2013). There are a number of forms. The first form is menopause therapy for hormone replacement therapy. This is done to replenish progesterone hormones and estrogen so as to reduce the discomfort that which is caused by lack of the mentioned hormones. It may also be done to individuals who have reached menopause prematurely. This form ...

Introduction

As a nursing practitioner, it is necessary to understand the nuances of antimicrobial therapy, as well as the differences between viral and bacterial infections. In the following, the differing categories of antimicrobial agents will be stated and defined. Furthermore, the vital differences between viral and bacterial infections will be elucidated. Finally, the importance of differentiating between viral and bacterial infections in an antimicrobial agent prescription will be explained. The ability to treat viral and bacterial infections is greatly increased with the help of antimicrobial agents, but it is crucial to properly identify the type of infection before prescribing treatment.

Categories of Antimicrobial Agents

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Prostate cancer develops in the prostate, and although it usually takes time to develop, it can be aggressive and progress quickly. The cancer cells will spread locally first, but they will often metastasize to other organs and tissues, such as the bones and lymph nodes, when the disorder progresses to advanced stages. Symptoms of prostate cancer can include difficulty urinating, nocturia, increased frequency, and various other bladder-associated symptoms. However, symptoms usually do not occur in prostate cancer until the disorder reaches advanced stages, so proper screening and prevention methods are required to promote patient safety. According to the ...

Antimicrobial agents can be categorized as antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, or antiviral agents because each group is used to treat infections caused by bacteria, fungus, parasites or viruses. Further classifications within those categories are used to differentiate between agents effective against specific pathogens. For example, aminoglycosides are primarily used to treat gram-negative infections while antianaerobic agents are used to cure infections caused by gram-positive bacteria and anaerobic infections (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2013). Viral and bacterial infections are different, but the differences between them are not always obvious. As a general rule, bacterial infections usually manifest as strep throat, urinary tract infections, ...

Diabetes is a group of metabolic conditions that are similar in terms of disorder development, symptoms, and potential complications. Three main groups of diabetes include type 1 diabetes mellitus, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and gestational diabetes. All types of diabetes are characterized by similar symptoms, such as polyuria and hyperglycemia, but the causes of diabetes are often different and require a personalized approach to drug therapy and lifestyle management. The onset of type 2 diabetes usually occurs because adipose tissue and muscle cells lose insulin sensitivity or because the pancreas loses the ability to produce enough insulin (Arcangelo & Peterson, 2013). ...

Asthma is a chronic pulmonary disorder. The inflammation of the airways and their hyper-responsiveness is responsible for several symptoms, which include coughing, wheezing, feeling of tightness in the chest area, and shortage of breath. Other characteristics of asthma include increased eosinophils, increased tissue contractibility, and thickened lamina reticularis. Although asthma has an early onset, all age groups can suffer from asthma, and all patients are at risk for acute asthma exacerbation, which leads to high morbidity and mortality rates. Because asthma is a chronic disorder, drug therapy needs to be controlled and aimed at managing the disorder. A stepwise approach ...

Even though the patient may not know an error was made during a prescription, it is not possible to predict the consequences of wrong treatments, so the error should be disclosed and the correct treatment needs to be implemented. Proper disclosure of medication errors to patients is always an ethical option, especially if the error is discovered early. That approach promotes patient safety, one of the key moral standards healthcare providers should follow. Furthermore, a study by Rathert and Phillips (2010) showed that full disclosure policies promote value-based ethics and create an ethical environment in which the staff demonstrates more commitment ...