Gastrointestinal Function: Constipation and Heartburn in an Elderly Patient – Case Study Discussion. Constipation, a common gastrointestinal disorder, is characterized by infrequent bowel movements, difficulty passing stools, or both. Recent research indicates that constipation affects approximately 15% of the global population across all age groups (Aziz, 2024). Risk factors for developing constipation include advanced age, […]
Summary of Patient Case Study and Treatment Decisions A 43-year-old white male presented with chronic pain, initially attributed to a fall at work seven years prior. Despite extensive diagnostic evaluations, including x-rays, CT scans, and MRIs, the patient was diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) by a neurologist. However, his family doctor dismissed this […]
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation of Ms. Fatima Branning Introduction Diagnosing mood disorders requires careful consideration of symptoms and patient history. This paper evaluates Ms. Fatima Branning, a 28-year-old woman experiencing workplace difficulties, to explore potential psychiatric diagnoses. The evaluation will consider her subjective experiences, objective observations, and possible differential diagnoses. Subjective Information Ms. Branning reports feeling […]
Case Study: Migraine Headaches in a 19-Year-Old Female Migraine headaches are a common neurological condition that can significantly impact the quality of life. This case study examines a 19-year-old female presenting with frequent headaches, exploring the clinical presentation, assessment, and management strategies. The aim is to provide a comprehensive understanding of migraine diagnosis and treatment, […]
Nursing Care Plan Part I: Basic Conditioning Factors Date: 08/25/2024 A. Patient identifiers: Physician(s): Dr. Emily Carter (Primary Care), Dr. Michael Rodriguez (Endocrinologist) Age: 42 Gender: Female Ht: 5’6″ (168 cm) Wt: 190 lbs (86 kg) Code Status: Full Code Isolation: None Development Stage (Erikson): Generativity vs. Stagnation Rationale: At 42, Sarah is in the […]
Ethical Considerations in Limiting Life Support: The Case of Mr. Martinez The decision to limit life support presents complex moral and ethical challenges for healthcare professionals, patients, and their families. This paper examines these issues through the lens of Mr. Martinez’s case, a 75-year-old chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patient who experienced respiratory failure during […]
Focused SOAP Note Patient Information: D, 72-years old female. S. Chief Complaint (CC): Debilitating headache and neck pain HPI: Dickson is a 72-year old female who comes to the clinic with a debilitating headache and neck pain. The patient complains that the problem is not new, but has worsened in the last week and currently […]
