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- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Health_and_Fitness/Health_Education_(Rienk_and_Lundin)/03%3A_Stress_Management/3.13%3A_The_Effect_of_Stress_on_the_Immune_SystemThis page discusses Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) and its examination of the interplay between psychological, behavioral, and social factors with immune and neuroendocrine responses. It emphasizes how c...This page discusses Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) and its examination of the interplay between psychological, behavioral, and social factors with immune and neuroendocrine responses. It emphasizes how chronic stress, especially among caregivers for dementia patients, adversely affects immune function, leading to slower wound healing and heightened infection risk, thereby underlining the significant influence of mental health on overall health outcomes.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/Harrisburg_Area_Community_College/vjbugosh_at_hacc.edu/02%3A_The_General_Survey_Assessment/2.02%3A_Initiating_Patient_InteractionBefore every patient interaction, the nurse must perform hand hygiene and consider the use of additional personal protective equipment, introduce themselves, and identify the patient using two differe...Before every patient interaction, the nurse must perform hand hygiene and consider the use of additional personal protective equipment, introduce themselves, and identify the patient using two different identifiers. It is also important to provide a culturally safe space for interaction and to consider the developmental stage of the patient.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Courses/University_of_South_Carolina_Upstate/Nursing_Skills_(OpenRN)/01%3A_General_Survey/1.02%3A_Initiating_Patient_InteractionA better way to appreciate the diversity of people in late adulthood is to go beyond chronological age and examine whether a person is experiencing optimal aging (when they are in very good health for...A better way to appreciate the diversity of people in late adulthood is to go beyond chronological age and examine whether a person is experiencing optimal aging (when they are in very good health for their age and continue to have an active, stimulating life), normal aging (when the changes in health are similar to most of those of the same age), or impaired aging (when more physical challenges and diseases occur compared to others of the same age).
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Nursing_Skills_(OpenRN)/01%3A_General_Survey/1.02%3A_Initiating_Patient_InteractionA better way to appreciate the diversity of people in late adulthood is to go beyond chronological age and examine whether a person is experiencing optimal aging (when they are in very good health for...A better way to appreciate the diversity of people in late adulthood is to go beyond chronological age and examine whether a person is experiencing optimal aging (when they are in very good health for their age and continue to have an active, stimulating life), normal aging (when the changes in health are similar to most of those of the same age), or impaired aging (when more physical challenges and diseases occur compared to others of the same age).
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/03%3A_Health_Promotion_and_Patient_Education/3.03%3A_Challenges_Throughout_the_LifespanThe page outlines health challenges and promotion strategies tailored for young, middle-aged, and older adult populations. Young adults (18-35) face challenges like accidents and financial constraints...The page outlines health challenges and promotion strategies tailored for young, middle-aged, and older adult populations. Young adults (18-35) face challenges like accidents and financial constraints, focusing on foundational health education. Middle-aged adults (35-65) juggle family and personal health issues, with lifestyle changes being key. Older adults (65+) deal with fall prevention, cognitive health, and chronic diseases, needing resources like Meals on Wheels for support.
- https://med.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Nursing/Medical-Surgical_Nursing_(OpenStax)/15%3A_Cerebrovascular_System/15.02%3A_Ischemic_StrokeThis section highlights the comprehensive understanding and management of ischemic strokes, which are primarily caused by atherosclerotic fatty deposits leading to vessel occlusion in the brain. Major...This section highlights the comprehensive understanding and management of ischemic strokes, which are primarily caused by atherosclerotic fatty deposits leading to vessel occlusion in the brain. Major components include the pathophysiology, risk factors, and clinical manifestations of ischemic strokes, as well as the subsequent diagnostics and treatments.
