Influenza pandemic - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

17. The SARS (severe acute respiratory syndrome) outbreak was an epidemic that spread over several countries. By definition, this is considered a: a. Hyperendemic b. Pandemic c. Mixed outbreak d. Holoendemic - Answer ANS: B A pandemic refers to the epidemic spread of the problem over several countries or continents. A hyperendemic is when there is a persistently (high) number of cases. Ex: high cholera incidence rate among asians/pacific islanders A mixed outbreak is a common sour...

Influenza Pandemic - Ans WWI flu killed >600k people DR stated everything depends on Nursing Respite care - Ans care provided for caregivers Palliative Care - Ans not restricted to end of life can be used for initial assessment of incurable illness Algorithim - Ans detailed specific steps in a diagram for solving a well-defined problem ex allergy to pcn, any other allergies to meds, what to use to treat 3 phases of role transitioning - Ans 1. endings 2. neutral zone 3. beginnings

Adult 2: AHN-447 Exam 2 Questions With Complete Solutions 100% Verified Rhinitis - answer- inflammation of nasal mucosa - "hay fever" or "allergies" Rhinitis Manifestations - answer- headache - nasal irritation and congestion - sneezing and rhinorrhea Rhinitis Interventions - answer- antihistamines, leukotriene inhibitors, mast cell stabilizers, decongestants, antipyretics, antibiotics - supportive therapy - complementary and alternative therapy -- vitamin c, zinc, etc Sinusitis -...

Which of the following vaccines is recommended for infants to receive at birth? - Hepatitis B The documentation system that health care providers should use to report serious adverse events after vaccination is: - VAERS. Which of the following is most likely to result in an influenza pandemic? - Antigenic shift in an influenza A virus Barbara is a 60-year-old woman who presents to the pharmacy for two vaccines: HZV and IIV. Which of the following are the appropriate doses and routes for ad...

Influenza Pandemic - Answer-WWI flu killed >600k people DR stated everything depends on Nursing Respite care - Answer-care provided for caregivers Palliative Care - Answer-not restricted to end of life can be used for initial assessment of incurable illness Algorithim - Answer-detailed specific steps in a diagram for solving a well-defined problem ex allergy to pcn, any other allergies to meds, what to use to treat 3 phases of role transitioning - Answer-1. endings 2. neutral zone 3. b...

How does the information from the CDC and WHO assist in current epidemiological work? - answer-Both provide current health information on populations What is the best definition of epidemiology? - answer-The study of various health-related outcomes in a population. A nurse is reviewing information about influenza rates in the population. The rates are at a level the nurse would expect to see for the time of year. Which term would be used to describe this finding? - answer-Endemic The lo...

Cultural Awareness - :Self-examination of one's own prejudices and biases toward other cultures. An in-depth exploration of one's own cultural/ethnic background. Cultural competence in nursing consists of four principles. - Care is designed for the specific client. Care is based on the uniqueness of the person's culture and includes cultural norms and values. Care includes self-employment strategies to facilitate client decision making to improve health behaviors. Care is provided with ...

Abstract This article asks whether human history has any bearing on understanding and interpreting the Covid 19 pandemic. It seeks to examine the historical and present circumstance to identify possible causes, dangers, responses and solutions. It more importantly seeks to respond to the question, is there a possible conjuncture with an ontological theology view of God and the world? The aim of the first section is to present a succinct overview of pandemic themes and in the second, ...

Test Bank Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions 6th Edition HUBERT TEST BANK Table of Contents Chapter 01: Introduction to Pathophysiology Test Bank 1 Chapter 02: Fluid, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Imbalances Test Bank 9 Chapter 03: Introduction to Basic Pharmacology and Other Common Therapies Test Bank 18 Chapter 04: Pain Test Bank 21 Chapter 05: Inflammation and Healing Test Bank 25 Chapter 06: Infection Test Bank 36 Chapter 07: Immunity Test Bank 44 Chapter 08: Skin Disorders Test...

Bolton Act : Created Cadet nurse corp after WWII, 1st federal program, reduced school 30 months vs 36 plus 6 clinical Winslow- Goldmark report : aimed at public health nursing having post grad training, fundamental faults in hsp training schools *Funds to endow university education couldn't be cut. Hill- Burton Act : Supported hospital construction, nurses became more superior/ administrative * The future of Nursing 2010 report : advocated nurse practice to full extent of training ...