Medications for Dementia Dementia is a progressive neurological condition characterized by cognitive decline and impairment in daily functioning. As dementia progresses through mild, moderate and severe stages, medications play an important role in managing symptoms to improve quality of life for patients and caregivers. There are two main categories of medications often used to treat […]
Description of Assignment Selected Topic: Cancer of the Lung You will be doing instructor notes for the topic you selected. Your presentation must include the following areas: 1. Discuss the prevalence of the disease, including mortality rates, in the United States. Be sure to look at differences in gender, racial / ethnic, geographical location. 2. […]
Neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s Disease: Unraveling the Pathophysiological Cascade Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by the loss of dopaminergic neurons in the substantia nigra pars compacta region of the midbrain (Cheng et al., 2010). This results in a deficiency of dopamine in the striatum, leading to the cardinal motor symptoms of PD […]
The Role of Gut Microbiota in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Pathophysiology: Investigate the complex interactions between the gut microbiota and the host immune system in the development and progression of IBD, including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. Explore the dysbiosis of the gut microbiome and its impact on intestinal inflammation, mucosal barrier function, and immune […]
Neuroinflammation and Alzheimer’s Disease Pathophysiology: Explore the role of neuroinflammation in the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s disease. Investigate the activation of microglia and the release of pro-inflammatory cytokines in the brain, and their contributions to the development and progression of Alzheimer’s. Examine potential therapeutic strategies aimed at modulating neuroinflammatory responses to delay or mitigate the disease. […]
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder PPT Please refer to the Grading Rubric (find it attached) for details on how this activity will be graded. Please remember that you and your partner must each submit the assignment, even if it is the same file, so that you both receive feedback and credit. Presentation Instructions You and your partner […]
You are required to make a video with a partner using Motivational Interviewing techniques and therapeutic communication skills. You will need to reflect on the video and gain feedback from your partner before attending an oral exam to show the video and discuss your reflection. Due date: Weighting: Length and/or format: Purpose: Learning outcomes assessed: […]
ASSIGNMENT 1: Written Assessment based on a surgical case study Weighting: 50% Length and/or format: 2000 words +/- 10% Purpose: This is a written essay based on a surgical case study. Students will appraise an individual’s holistic health care needs and subsequent interventions and management to assist with the application of theory into practice. An […]
ASSESSING AND TREATING PATIENTS WITH BIPOLAR DISORDER Bipolar disorder is a unique disorder that causes shifts in mood and energy, which results in depression and mania for patients. Proper diagnosis of this disorder is often a challenge for two reasons: 1) patients often present as depressive or manic but may have both; and 2) many […]
Diagnosis and Management of Gastrointestinal Disorders Case Study 2 Victoria is a 15-year-old who complains of chronic sore throat and bad taste in her mouth. Her height and weight are appropriate for age and she remains on the same growth trajectory since infancy. Abdominal examination and chest examination are negative. History reveals frequent burping and […]
