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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/18%3A_Sensory_Organs/18.00%3A_IntroductionEye health is crucial for preventing vision loss, and both vision and hearing are vital for perceiving the world. Nurses play a key role in identifying and managing eye and ear disorders, which is imp...Eye health is crucial for preventing vision loss, and both vision and hearing are vital for perceiving the world. Nurses play a key role in identifying and managing eye and ear disorders, which is important for patient care and safety. Understanding these conditions helps preserve quality of life and ensures thorough healthcare provision.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/02%3A_Culturally_Competent_Care/2.03%3A_Health_Equity_and_DisparitiesThe document outlines the critical role of health equity and the impact of social determinants on health outcomes. It highlights how disparities in health arise due to differences in access to healthc...The document outlines the critical role of health equity and the impact of social determinants on health outcomes. It highlights how disparities in health arise due to differences in access to healthcare and social conditions. Nurses play a pivotal role in reducing these disparities by providing culturally competent care, advocating for policy changes, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/17%3A_Nervous_System_and_Chronic_Diseases_of_the_Nervous_System/17.00%3A_IntroductionThe human nervous system, consisting of trillions of neurons, is fundamental for body functions such as breathing and walking. This chapter discusses neuron-related disorders and their impacts on brai...The human nervous system, consisting of trillions of neurons, is fundamental for body functions such as breathing and walking. This chapter discusses neuron-related disorders and their impacts on brain and body function. It emphasizes the role of nurses as caregivers and advocates for affected patients, highlighting collaboration with a healthcare team, including physicians and therapists, to create comprehensive care plans and support patients in adjusting to their conditions.
