Human Disease Bacterial meningitis is a condition that leads to inflammation of the brain and spinal cord membranes. The disease can occur due to viral or bacterial infection, with bacteria entering the bloodstream or directly invading the meninges (Ouchenir et al., 2017). Healthcare workers vaccinate children and adults against the disease. Children between 1 month […]

The Importance of Implementing a Patient-Centered Approach in Healthcare In recent years, the healthcare industry has undergone significant changes in the way care is delivered. One approach that has been gaining traction is the patient-centered approach. This approach prioritizes the patient’s needs and preferences, and aims to involve them in the decision-making process. In this […]

The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Patient Care Artificial intelligence (AI) has been gaining traction in the healthcare industry over the past few years. The potential of AI in healthcare is immense and has the ability to improve patient outcomes, reduce healthcare costs, and enhance clinical decision-making. In this essay, we will explore the […]

The Role of Genetics in Personalized Medicine The practice of personalized medicine is an emerging field that seeks to provide individualized care to patients based on their unique genetic makeup. In personalized medicine, treatments are tailored to a patient’s genetic profile, allowing for more effective and precise treatments. As technology has advanced, genetic testing has […]

Patient Information: RM, a 45-year-old male, presents with acute chest pain. S. CC (chief complaint): Acute chest pain. HPI: RM reports sudden onset of chest pain while at rest. The pain is located in the center of his chest and feels like pressure or tightness. He describes it as an 8 out of 10 in […]

The Role of Telehealth in the Management of Chronic Conditions Chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease affect millions of people worldwide. Managing these conditions effectively requires regular monitoring, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications. However, traditional healthcare delivery models may not be sufficient in meeting the needs of patients with chronic conditions. Telehealth, […]

Nursing is a critical aspect of healthcare, and nurses are at the forefront of patient care. Nurses play an important role in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases. This essay focuses on sepsis, a life-threatening condition that requires prompt intervention. The essay will discuss the definition, etiology, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of sepsis. Definition of Sepsis […]

Patient Information: JF, a 32-year-old female, presents with complaints of fever, cough, and shortness of breath. S. CC (chief complaint): Fever, cough, and shortness of breath. HPI: JF reports feeling unwell for the past week, with symptoms that started as a mild cough and progressed to fever and shortness of breath. She describes her cough […]

Subjective: The patient, Mr. X, a 52-year-old male, presents to the clinic with complaints of persistent cough and shortness of breath for the past two weeks. He reports that the cough is non-productive and that he has been experiencing wheezing. Additionally, the patient complains of fatigue and chest tightness. He denies any fever, chills, night […]

S: CC (Chief Complaint): Abdominal pain and bloating HPI (History of Present Illness): The patient, a 32-year-old female, presents with a complaint of abdominal pain and bloating for the past 5 days. She describes the pain as dull and aching, mostly located in the lower abdomen, but also present in the upper and mid-abdomen. The […]