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As an advanced practice nurse, you will run into situations where a patient’s wishes about his or her health conflict with evidence, your own experience, or a family’s wishes. This may create an ethical dilemma. What do you do when these situations occur?

August 19, 2019 in /by

As an advanced practice nurse, you will run into situations where a patient’s wishes about his or her health conflict with evidence, your own experience, or a family’s wishes. This may create an ethical dilemma. What do you do when these situations occur? In this Assignment, you will explore evidence-based practice guidelines and ethical considerations […]

While this is only a partial health history, summarize in 3 -5 pages the information you gathered. Also, answer the following questions:

August 19, 2019 in /by

Conduct a health history on a family member or friend. Be sure they give you permission. Using the interviewing techniques learned in Module 2, gather the following information. Use your textbook as your guide. Present Health Past Health Family History While this is only a partial health history, summarize in 3 -5 pages the information […]

Describe the provided case, including information on the stakeholders involved, the bioethical issue, and the time period of the incident that occurred.

August 19, 2019 in /by

Healthcare professionals provide support throughout the cycle of life, from birth to death. They have an obligation to provide humane and compassionate care to patients while adhering to their specific field’s code of ethics. Sometimes, healthcare professionals are privy to discussions between family members regarding end-of-life issues. In some instances, a healthcare facility may be […]

Interview

August 19, 2019 in /by

This assignment requires you to interview one person and requires an analysis of your interview experience. Part I: Interview Select a patient, a family member, or a friend to interview. Be sure to focus on the interviewee’s experience as a patient, regardless of whom you choose to interview. Review The Joint Commission resource found in […]