An adult patient presents to the nurse practitioner with symptoms of a pulmonary embolism. Which physiologic changes are likely occurring? Group of answer choices Decreased pulmonary artery pressure and left ventricular strain Increased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure and left atrial dilation Increased pulmonary vascular resistance and right ventricular strain Decreased pulmonary capillary wedge pressure and right atrial dilation The correct answer is: Increased pulmonary vascu...

A spirometry report of a patient with a history of smoking shows a reduced FEV1/FVC ratio and a decreased diffusion capacity for carbon monoxide (DLCO). These findings are consistent with emphysema. What cellular alteration in the lungs contributes to these findings? Group of answer choices Hypersecretion of mucus in the bronchi Thickening of bronchial walls Reduced alveolar surface area Overproduction of surfactant by type II pneumocytes The correct answer is: Reduced alveolar su...

Purpose The purpose of the graded collaborative discussions is to engage faculty and students in an interactive dialogue to assist the student in organizing, integrating, applying, and critically appraising scholarly literature. Meaningful dialogue among faculty and students fosters the development of a learning community as ideas, perspectives, and knowledge are shared. This discussion will support the professional formation of the nurse practitioner role. Course Outcomes This discussion ena...

CEA Pre-Diagnostic Case Study Discussion: Part 2 Discussion Purpose The purpose of graded collaborative discussions is to engage faculty and students in an interactive dialogue to assist the student in organizing, integrating, applying, and critically appraising knowledge. Meaningful dialogue among faculty and students fosters the development of a learning community as ideas, perspectives, and knowledge are shared. This discussion will allow students to improve their knowledge and under...

CEA Pre-Diagnostic Study Discussion: Part 1 Discussion Purpose The purpose of graded collaborative discussions is to engage faculty and students in an interactive dialogue to assist the student in organizing, integrating, applying, and critically appraising knowledge. Meaningful dialogue among faculty and students fosters the development of a learning community as ideas, perspectives, and knowledge are shared. This discussion will allow students to improve their knowledge an...

 i-Human Virtual Patient Encounter - Gastrointestinal Assessment Assignment Purpose The i-Human assignments provide students with an opportunity to experience clinical scenarios that are relevant to the lesson content through virtual patient encounters. i-Human is a highly interactive and dynamic way to enhance student learning. SOLUTION Week Seven-Karen Floyd Reason: Abdominal pain 45 y/o 5’4” (163 cm) 141 lb (64.1 kg) Thanks for seeing me today. I hope you can get to the bottom...

Purpose The i-Human assignments provide students with an opportunity to experience clinical scenarios that are relevant to the lesson content through virtual patient encounters. i-Human is a highly interactive and dynamic way to enhance student learning.  Solution: NR603 - Week 3 iHuman ( Joseph Camella 66 years, Dyspnea) Good Questions: 1.How can I help you today ● I’m having trouble breathing. My wife made me come in. She’s worriedabout me. 2.Do you have any other symptoms or concerns ...

SUBSTANCE USE, ADDICTION/IMPULSE CONTROL DISORDER In this Blog, you will have the opportunity to teach your peers about a specific substance use and/or addiction/impulse control disorder. A Blog is a conversational, informal written piece on a topic. Your faculty will assign you a particular illness and the approved treatment for the illness to create a presentation to share with your peers. Construct a Blog post, not to exceed 1,500–2,000 words, written for a PMHNP provider audience t...