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Semmelweis Prevention of Maternal Mortality Ignaz Philipp Semmelweis substantially contributed to the prevention of maternal mortality through the discovery of the connection between antiseptic procedures and puerperal fever. Appointed for practice in the First Obstetrical Clinic that provided educational services for medical services, Semmelweis noticed that there was a considerable difference between the rates of…

Nurse-to-Patient Staffing Ratios: Improvement Plan There are numerous considerations to be deliberated upon while bringing about a change in a healthcare facility. It is a complicated process that incorporates a variety of persons, phases, difficulties, as well as drivers. Methods for executing the intended changes are discussed in this paper. This essay will deliberate the…

Combat Edentulism Among Adults Table of Contents A Management Program Edentulism in Louisville, Kentucky: Prevalence The Proposed Program to Manage Edentulism Resources Needed to Sustain the Program Financial Resources Professional Dentists Medical Equipment Conclusion References A Management Program Edentulism is an oral health condition associated with partial or complete loss of teeth. According to medical…

History and Standards of Medicare and Medicaid Introduction Medicare is a publicly funded healthcare program that ensures special groups, including the elderly and the physically challenged members of society receive medication. Individuals aged above sixty-five years are entitled to free healthcare services while those with disabilities are also allowed to access free medical services. Other…

How the Use of Fentanyl Affects Society Table of Contents Introduction Brief Historical Background of Fentanyl How Fentanyl is Used Crisis of Opioids How Fentanyl Functions Effects of Fentanyl Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Fentanyl also spelled as Fentanil, is from the opioid family and is considered the strongest form of opioid, mainly used to treat…

Autonomic Neural Control of Heart Rate Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter produced by the parasympathetic nervous system, goes to the brain, lowering heart rate. Taking calm, deep breaths decreases blood pressure if stress, coffee, or excitement raises the heart rate. Heart rate will stay elevated no matter how long one works out. After the parasympathetic stimulus is…

Effects of Discontinuing Needed Services Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion Reference Introduction Medical care is always one of the most essential services for society. This is especially true for rural areas where people have a limited number of health services. If there are situations when it becomes necessary to reduce their numbers, the community…

Evidence-Based Medicine: Personal Essay I am pursuing a degree in healthcare administration, and I want to advance up the hospital hierarchy in my future job. My capacity to assess my subordinates judgments will directly impact the success of the medical services delivered in the hospital where I will work. Evidence-based medicine (EBM) stands for the…

Fall Prevention in Geriatric Patients Introduction Fall prevention in geriatric patients remains one of the most pressing issues in nursing. Older people, especially those with dementia and other cognitive impairments, are at higher risk of falling and sustaining injuries. Physical exercise is frequently proposed as an effective fall risk reduction intervention (Toots et al., 2019).…

What One Needs to Know About Acne Introduction A persons skin contains tiny holes known as pores which can be blocked by dirt, dead skin cells, bacteria, and oil. When they become clogged, a pimple develops in the skin, known as a blemish or zit (Acne  Symptoms and Causes). If a person develops several…