Question 1: Describe the diagnostic criteria of osteoarthritis versus rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are distinct forms of arthritis, each possessing unique diagnostic criteria. Osteoarthritis, a degenerative joint disease, primarily affects cartilage, the protective tissue cushioning the ends of bones. Its diagnosis often involves a combination of physical examination findings, imaging studies, […]

Family Nurse Practice: Current And Future Challenges And Opportunities. Family Nurse Practice: Current And Future Challenges And Opportunities. Numerous advancements ranging from engineering marvels to novel products in the field of medicine, among other advances, have greatly and positively impacted modern society especially in relation to enhancement of people’s lives. These advancements have led to […]

Leadership Styles and Management in Mental Health Care Leadership Styles and Management in Mental Health Care: In this essay we discuss the transformational and transactional leadership styles in the management of violence and crisis situations within the clinical setting and in mental health units. We begin our discussion with studies on the need for disaster […]

Nursing Theory Application. The importance of nursing theory to the nursing profession is extensive because it presents the scientific base of the respective profession and organizes the way in which nurses deliver health care services to patients. This foundation allows nurses to approach patient care with a structured and evidence-based framework. Nursing theory in the […]

Preventing hospital-acquired infections evidence-based practice. Hospital-acquired infections (HAI) are diseases that patients get as they receive treatment for surgical or medical conditions in healthcare facilities. These infections pose significant risks to patient safety and can lead to prolonged hospital stays, increased healthcare costs, and potentially life-threatening complications. Infections can occur after procedures like surgery and […]