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[Solved] Transmission Factors — Involved

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[Solved] Transmission Factors — Involved

 

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is one of the more prevalent nosocomial infections in healthcare faculties today. Any patient with a compromised immune system or open wound is susceptible to contracting MRSA from medical staff or even family members. Although MRSA is commonly connected to health care facilities, MRSA can be found anywhere.

For your initial post, discuss who you believe to be at the highest risk for MRSA outside the health care environment? Explain. Discuss the common fomites—or transmission factors—involved, as well as the preventative measures the public can do to reduce or prevent MRSA infections.

[Solved] Intimate Partner Violence

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[Solved] Intimate Partner Violence

Research the duty-to-warn laws as they relate to mental health professionals in the state where you plan to practice. Also, note your state’s guidelines for responding to subpoenas. If you reside or will be practicing in California, refer to California state law.

 700- to 1,050-w0rd pap3r in which you explain whether the law in your state indicates if you are required or allowed to disclose. Cite the law.

Consider the following cases:

  • An adult discloses that they plan to kill a member of their family. After a thorough assessment, you deem that the threat is credible, as the client has an active intent, plan, and means. 
  • A child informs you that she has been abused physically and/or sexually.
  • An adult female informs you that they are being abused physically and emotionally by their partner (intimate partner violence).
  • A client discloses to you that they committed a crime more than 20 years ago that they are certain resulted in the death of another individual.

For each of the cases listed above: 

  • Describe how the law in your state applies.
  • Explain your legal responsibility.
  • Explain your ethical responsibilities based on the ACA code of ethics. Cite the ethical standards that you choose and explain your rationale for choosing each. Include guidelines on how to respond to subpoenas in each case, as applicable.

[Solved] Employees Must Wash

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[Solved] Employees Must Wash

 

Have you heard of the so-called “5-second rule” for when food falls to the floor? (NOT true, by the way) Have you seen the signs in restrooms indicating that all employees must wash their hands before returning to work? Bacteria are everywhere, and the concept of cleanliness should apply to anyone who comes in contact with foreign materials, fecal matter or urine, or any potentially contaminated materials.

For your initial post, discuss which two rooms in your home or workplace that you believe are the most contaminated. Explain why you chose these two rooms and list at least two bacteria that are the common types found in those rooms.

[Solved] Prominent Infectious Concerns

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[Solved] Prominent Infectious Concerns

 

There are many opinions on the need and/or importance of vaccines in preventing the spread of disease. Our children are required to get vaccinations before entering school, and healthcare workers must have them when working in environments where they can come into contact with bloodborne pathogens. In healthcare facilities, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and Hepatitis C (HCV) are the two most prominent infectious concerns for medical staff.

For your initial post, research the two diseases HIV and HCV. Based on your research, discuss whether you think that a vaccine will be developed for either of these diseases within the next ten years. Why or why not?

[Solved] Helical Icosahedral Complex Compare

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[Solved] Helical Icosahedral Complex Compare

  

· Use the information presented in the module folder along with your readings from the textbook to answer the following questions. 

  1. Describe the different      morphological types of viruses and give examples of each type:
    1. Helical
    2. Icosahedral
    3. Complex
  2. Compare and contrast the      multiplication of bacteriophages versus the multiplication of animal      viruses:
  3. Describe how arthropods can act as mechanical      vectors and biological vectors: 
  4. Describe five (5)      characteristics of fungi and how they differ from other microorganisms:
  5. Describe common      characteristic of protozoans (protists). Name three (3) protozoans that      are human parasites:

6. What are helminths? Name and describe three (3) that can cause problems in humans:

[Solved] Common Viral Respiratory Infections

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[Solved] Common Viral Respiratory Infections

  

· Use the information presented in the module folder along with your readings from the textbook to answer the following questions. 

  1. Describe how microbes of the      normal flora in the human body can become opportunistic pathogens. Give one (1) example of a normal flora      that can become opportunistic in the body:
  2. Describe three (3) common bacterial skin infections. Be sure      to give the name of the specific organism that causes each and describe some      common signs and symptoms of each:
  3. Describe three (3) common      fungal infections (mycoses) of the skin. Be sure to give the name of the      specific organism that causes each and describe some common signs and      symptoms of each:
  4. Describe three (3)      different types of respiratory infections caused by bacteria. Be sure to give the name of the specific organism      that causes each and describe some common signs and symptoms of each:
  5. Discuss the difference      between emerging infectious diseases and reemerging infectious diseases.      Give examples of each.
  6. Briefly discuss and      describe three (3) common viral respiratory      infections. Be sure to give the name of the specific virus that causes      each as well as some signs and symptoms for each:
  7. Describe three (3) common fungal respiratory infections and      the name of the specific organism that causes them as well as some signs      and symptoms for each:

[Solved] Following Factors Influence Microbial

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[Solved] Following Factors Influence Microbial

  

· Use the information presented in the module folder along with your readings from the textbook to answer the following questions. 

  1. Define the following      terms: sterilization, disinfection, and sanitization. How are each of these terms different      from one another?

2. Compare and contrast selective media and differential media. Give examples of each type of media:

3. Define the following terms used to describe bacterial morphology or bacterial arrangements and give examples of SPECIFIC organisms that are representatives of each category of Morphology AND Arrangements. For example: an example of a cocci organism is Staphylococcus aureus

a) Morphology:

1. Cocci –

2. Bacilli –

3. Vibrios

4. Spirilla

5. Spirochete –

b) Arrangements:

1. Diplo –

2. Strepto-

3. Staphlo-

4. Describe the four (4) different stages of the bacterial population growth curve:

5. Describe how the following factors influence microbial growth.  Use the information found in your assigned reading on oxygen, pH, osmotic pressure, and temperature requirements for microbial growth. (Terms such as thermophile, mesophile, halophile, acidophile, obligate anaerobe, facultative anaerobe, etc. should be used in your descriptions)

[Solved] Even Dishwashing Liquids

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[Solved] Even Dishwashing Liquids

 

The use of antibacterial products in hospitals and medical facilities is a necessary and common practice in order to prevent the transmission of disease-causing microorganisms. We have seen an increase in the use of these products, such as antibacterial hand soaps, hand sanitizers, antimicrobial wipes and cleaning sprays, and even dishwashing liquids in healthy households.   

For your initial post, provide examples of household products that contain antimicrobial compounds and share the potential benefits as well as any potential harm they could cause with overuse. Do you think daily and frequent use of these types of products within a healthy home is a good idea? Should the FDA have banned the marketing of antibacterial ingredients such as triclosan and triclocarban in the majority of household products? After your research, do you think you will increase or decrease your use of these types of products in your home?  

[Solved] Plasma Membrane – B

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[Solved] Plasma Membrane – B

  

· Use the information presented in the module folder along with your readings from the textbook to answer the following questions. 

  1. Describe four (4) important differences      between prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms:
  2. Briefly describe the function of the following      organelles:

a) Plasma membrane –

b) Glycocalyx – 

c) Cell wall –

d) Nucleus –

e) Endoplasmic reticulum – 

f) Golgi apparatus –

g) Lysosomes –

h) Ribosomes –

i) Peroxisomes – 

j) Mitochondria –

k) Chloroplasts – 

  1. What is a biofilm? Discuss      the advantages and disadvantages of biofilms:

4. Briefly describe the process of aerobic cellular respiration. How does this process differ from anaerobic cellular respiration? How are these processes similar?

5. Briefly describe the difference between eukaryotic cell division and prokaryotic cell division. Be sure to include the name of the processes that each uses to replicate:

[Solved] Neck Cancer Department §

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[Solved] Neck Cancer Department §

  

  

Instructions

 

Purpose   of Assignment: To familiarize students with the health care facilities within   the tristate area and services provided. 

Instructions: 

The assignment must be completed prior to   class. The information will be used during the group discussion. 

  • Search Health Care Facilities in Delaware, Tristate Area
  • Select one of these: CCHS/ St. Francis/ Beebe Hospital
  • Select one of these: John Hopkins, University of Pennsylvania        Hospital, CHOP, New York- Sloan Kettering or Columbia Hospital
    • Compare and Contrast facilities
    • What service stands out for each facility?
    • What stands out as the SPECIALTY Care of each facility? 
  • Compare ER’s Status ( What level Service offered?)
  • NICU ( Level of Service ?)
  • Other services. Orthopedics/ Cardiac/ Neurology/ Pediatrics
  • Tertiary Care: Highly Specialized medical care usually over an        extended period of time that involves advanced and complex procedures        and treatments. 
    • For instance, in Alexandria Virginia, Inova Fairfax Hospital is         renowned for high survival rates of heart transplants. ( Pre/Post Care)

Application of information researched:

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  • If you were sick with cancer, heart failure, lung transplant,         pediatric orthopedic issue, cornea transplant? Where would you go for         care? 
    • Example: Patient with End Stage Renal Failure
      • Facility: CCHS
      • Specialty: Kidney Transplant
    • Example: Head and Neck Cancer
      • Facility: John Hopkins
      • Specialty: Head and Neck Cancer Department

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  • Describe a medical condition and select the facility which would         meet the needs of the patient to successfully provide medical care.
  • Follow Up Class Discussion