The diagnosis of a terminal illness can be devastating news for patients and their loved ones. Terminal illnesses are diseases that are considered incurable and have a poor prognosis, often resulting in a limited life expectancy. In addition to medical treatments, nutrition can play a crucial role in managing the symptoms and improving the quality […]
Drug elimination refers to the processes that remove an administered drug from the body. This process involves both metabolism and excretion, with hydrophobic drugs requiring metabolic modification to make them more polar before excretion, while hydrophilic drugs can be excreted directly. The liver is the primary site of biotransformation, while the kidney is primarily tasked […]
The future of evidence-based nursing (EBN) looks promising, as nursing practice continues to evolve and new research evidence becomes available. Here are some possible directions for the future of EBN: Increased use of technology: As technology continues to advance, it is likely that more nurses will use electronic health records (EHRs) and other technology to […]
The concept of evidence-based nursing (EBN) has gained a lot of attention over the years, and it has become an essential part of nursing practice. Evidence-based practice (EBP) is a problem-solving approach to clinical practice that involves the conscientious use of the best available evidence in combination with a clinician’s expertise, patient preferences, and clinical […]
Summer may have just officially started, but kidney stone season began a couple of weeks ago. Doctors see an increase in kidney stone cases when the weather warms up.
That means that you should still be following any shelter-in-place orders in your community. But when you’re venturing out to the grocery store, pharmacy or hospital, it’s wise to wear one...