Case Study: Diagnosis and Management of Bacterial Vaginosis in a 28-Year-Old Female L.R. is a 28-year-old female patient who was evaluated at the clinic because she presented thin and white vaginal discharged which was increased after sexual intercourse. This discharge had been present for approximately two weeks and was accompanied by a fishy odor, particularly […]

Determinants of Health A person’s health can be determined by a number of factors. An individual’s circumstances and environment can effecton [EF3]whether they are healthy or not. These factors can include where we live, our genetics, income, education, relationships and lifestyle. The availability of healthcare services has less of an impact that many would have […]

Medication Reconciliation Errors: A Persistent Threat to Patient Safety. Improving Medication Administration Errors in the Clinical Setting Medication administration errors (MAEs) are a persistent problem in healthcare settings, compromising patient safety and quality of care. As a nursing professional, I have witnessed MAEs during my clinical rotations, and it is alarming to note that these […]

Family History: (10 points) S.S. is a 13-year-old cisgender male who lives with both parents in Watchung, NJ. He is an only child, conceived through IVF using a donor egg. His mother experienced multiple miscarriages before his birth. Both parents work in IT from home, with the father occasionally traveling. They report a happy 25-year […]

Elder Abuse Screening and Management in Emergency Departments Mr. W.’s case presents a complex scenario of suspected elder abuse, requiring a careful and systematic approach to assessment and intervention. The emergency department (ED) serves as a critical point of contact for identifying and addressing elder mistreatment. Recent research highlights the importance of structured screening and […]