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Trigeminal Neuralgia and Giant Cell Arteritis Presentation Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) most frequently affects individuals greater than 50 years of age although it may occur in younger adults as well. In the United States, there is an estimated 10,000 to 15,000 new cases per year. Research indicates that there is a slightly increased incidence in the female population when compared to males. Evidence suggests that TN may be inherited due to a blood vessel malformation. In addition, hypertension an...

In this discussion we will compare and contrast the migraine headache with Post Concussive Syndrome (PCS). PCS actually refers to a broad spectrum of signs and symptoms that can be typically found in a patient after a head injury has occured, while a migraine headache is a clinical condition that most often occurs without a head injury. They both can often present with identical signs and symptoms. A thorough history and physical exam will be needed to determine a definitive diagnosis. Presentat...

Compare and Contrast Post Concussive Syndrome and Traumatic Brain Injury Post Concussive Syndrome and Traumatic Brain Injury are two neurological disorders that are often associated together. The tre atment approach for these two conditions is different and therefore important to distinguish one from another. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a global issue due to high incidence of road traffic accidents, sports injuries, war-related injuries, and terrorism. Post-concussion syndrome (PCS) is a com...

Dementia and Delirium – Compare and Contrast Presentation & Pathophysiology Dementia and delirium are both cognitive diseases that lead to poor health outcomes, increased morbidity, and increased m ortality. Dementia typically presents in the older population, and age continues to be one of the greatest risk factors for dementia (Falk et al., 2018). Delirium is more likely to present in the older population but can present throughout the lifespan (Jackson et al., 2017). Per Jackson et al. 2017...

Weeks 5-8 content Week Topics 5 Dunphy: Chapter 58: Diabetes Mellitus p. 909-938 Kennedy: Chapter 14: Endocrine, Metabolic, and Nutritional Disorders (p.369- 376) Obesity (p. 392-39 6) Glucose metabolism disorders Types of diabetes (prediabetes, type 1 and type 2) * PreDmM = glucose intolerance, Islet cell–specific antibodies, Screening for prediabetes and DM should be considered in all individuals who are overweight or obese, regardless of age, and for all adults aged 45 years and older. * ...

Chamberlain College of Nursing Program Outcome #5 I did my practicum in a Family Practice and was able to incorporate the material that I have learned throughout my 7 weeks of this course. The olde r adult population is more complex due to age and chronic health problems. Compassionate patient centered care is of utmost importance as we care for these individuals and not chalk all new ailments up to natural aging process. We have learned many important criteria to diagnosing dementia and differe...

Chamberlain College of Nursing Program Outcome #5 I did my practicum in a Family Practice and was able to incorporate the material that I have learned throughout my 7 weeks of this course. The olde r adult population is more complex due to age and chronic health problems. Compassionate patient centered care is of utmost importance as we care for these individuals and not chalk all new ailments up to natural aging process. We have learned many important criteria to diagnosing dementia and differe...

Please respond to this required discussion by including the following: • Weekly schedule for clinical. • Using your clinical competency checklist to guide you, please share your clinical goal s for the week. • Do you anticipate barriers or opportunities specific to your clinical site and/or preceptor? Dr. Exantus and classmates, My required clinical hours are completed and my logs have all been approved/completed; therefore, I plan to work on my clinical competency checklist and fill in th...

Question 1 2 / 2 pts Which of the following presents with an insidious onset over months to years? delirium depression Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has a gradual onset, and the course of ill ness and progression is typically slow. Dunphy p. 439 Question 2 2 / 2 pts According to the Alzheimer's disease reasoning algorithm, what is the next step for patients without impairment of multiple cognitive functions? refer to respite care refer to dementia specialist refer to palliative care Referral to the...

Reflect back over the past eight weeks and describe how the achievement of the course outcomes in this course have prepared you to meet the MSN program outcome #5, the MSN Essential VIII, and the Nurs e Practitioner Core Competency # 8 Ethics Competencies. Nursing Program Outcome #5 Advocates for positive health outcomes through compassionate, evidence-based, collaborative advanced nursing practice. (Extraordinary nursing) Masters Essential VIII: Clinical Prevention and Population Health for Imp...