MSc. Nursing Module: Advance Research Methods Module co-coordinator: Gillian Paul/ Catherine Clune Mulvaney Assignment title: A Qualitative research on nurses perceptions on delivery of quality nursing care in nursing homes in Ireland. Student no. :13120999 Submission Due Date: 14/11/2013 Date submitted:13/11/2013 Word Count: 4000 Royal College of Surgeons Ireland Faculty of Nursing & Midwifery
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Mr. Comer was admitted to his local community hospital for respite care. He has suffered multiple‚ acute strokes in the past‚ which has left him with severe disabilities. These include paralysis rendering him immobile‚ aphasia (speech loss) and dysphagia (swallowing difficulties). He relies on carers for all normal activities required for daily living (Roper et al 1996) and is advised to have a pureed diet and thickened fluids. My mentor asked me to observe her feeding Mr Comer. She had prepared
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this author will describe a recent real-world event that relates to this course. This nursing leader is looking forward to learning how to apply the knowledge gained from this course to her current role as well as learning how to be a more effective and efficient nursing leader. This author feels that this course will be very beneficial and is excited to learning how to become a stronger more educated nursing leader. Topics of Most Interest Module number three appears to be a very interesting
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science staff (cardiac physiologist). A cardiac physiologist’s role comprises of recording and analysing a variety of physiological data required to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of different cardiac diseases (Scst.org.uk‚ 2016). They are qualified to perform a range of non-invasive cardiovascular procedures‚ from electrocardiograms to pacemaker and ICD checks which I have observed during placement. In addition‚ cardiac physiologists are also trained to assist in cardiac catheterization
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Purpose ● What is the purpose of this exercise? The purpose of this exercise is to become familiar with the terms and usage of a microscope. ●Are there any safety concerns associated with this exercise? If so‚ list what they are and what precautions should be taken. Care must be taken while handling the microscope so as not to accidentally drop anything and harm oneself. Questions A. The following statements are true or false. If true‚ write a “T” on the answer line. If false‚ write
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I am one of the first and the few fellow Class of 2015 Nursing students who were faced with numerous adversities and unfortunately stripped of the chance to attend the pinning ceremony. Due to my current situation‚ I am urged to address this regrettably experienced in the nursing department. I have been enrolled in the RN evening nursing program at Essex County College since 2013. Recently in our last semester‚ which ended in December 2015‚ the scheduled exam dates were accelerated directly after
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Summary: AED Defibrillators: Having access to an AED is essential for resuscitating those who have suffered from SCA (sudden cardiac arrest). Because the incidences of SCA are increased during and after strenuous physical activity‚ every school should have AED(s) that can be accessed very quickly. Sudden Cardiac Arrest: Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in young athletes. NATA convened an inter-association task force in Atlanta in 2006 to create guidelines on emergency management
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Medications for cardiac arrest * Epinephrine 1mg iv bolus every 3-5 mins * Vasopressin- alternative to epinephrine * Treatment for vf‚ vt‚ pea‚ asystole * Dose: 40 units iv single * Norepinephrine – for severe hypotension * For low total peripheral resistant * Dose 0.1-0.5 mcg/kg/min infusion * Not use for cardiac arrest * Dopamine – Dose: 2-20 mcg/kg/min infusion‚ titrate to patient response * Do not administer in same iv line as Na bicarb * Dobutamine
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Assessment 2 – Congestive Cardiac Failure 1. Mr Wright’s admission states that he has CCF (congestive cardiac failure). Clearly define CCF. What organs and which body systems are affected by this disorder? Congestive cardiac failure defined Congestive cardiac failure (CCF) is a progressive disease of the heart‚ which involves loss of pumping ability by the heart. Congestive cardiac failure occurs when the myocardium loses its ability to pump enough blood to meet the body’s metabolic needs and is
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Reflections (Experiences of delivering the presentation of the QIP): Consider the situation/Collect information During the presentation of my QIP‚ I felt pressurised by the limited of time that I have for the presentation. However‚ I felt more confident after the presentation as I was able to present all the contents within the time limit. I also received some valuable feedbacks from the audiences and the markers. Process information/Identify problem The feedback from the marking rubric shows my
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