8 Types of Family Structures
A family is a structure of interpersonal relationships that offer the material and psychological support necessary for social functioning. Family […]
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External Otitis (Otitis Externa)
Otitis externa is the inflammation of the external auditory canal. Causes of External Otitis Clinical Manifestations Assessment and Diagnostic Findings
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Lower Back Pain
Low back pain (LBP) describes pain between the lower edge of the ribs and the buttock. (WHO,2023). It is caused by;
Dehydration
Dehydration, also called hypohydration, refers to the loss of water to below optimum levels in the body. When this occurs,
Peptic Ulcers
Peptic ulcers are open sore(excavation) that develop on the mucosa of the esophagus, stomach and sometimes the duodenum. The erosion
The Nursing Process (ADPIE)
The Nursing Process is described as the deliberate approach to meeting people’s health care and nursing needs. This approach was
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Gastritis
Gastritis is the inflammation of the stomach(gastric) mucosa. The inflammation may be localized or scattered throughout the stomach lining. Classification
History Taking
Health history is essential when it comes to nursing care. It involves obtaining subjective data directly from the patient/client or
Meningitis
Meningitis is the inflammation of the meninges (dura mater, arachnoid and pia mater) that form protective layers over the brain
Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns: A Nursing Guide
In 1987, Marjory Gordon developed the 11 set of Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns to be used in the Nursing Process
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