NR443 NR 443 DeVry Week 1 Discussion Latest Determinants of Health (graded) What makes some healthy and others ill? Healthy People 2020 identifies five Determinants of Health that influence the health of individuals and populations. Healthy People 2020 describes them this way as “a range of personal, social, economic, and environmental factors that influence health…

PCN 520 Grand Canyon Week 5 Discussion 2 Latest July 2016 You are leading a group of adolescents referred because of school, behavior, and/or substance use. Describe an opening exercise and a trust-building exercise you might use with this group. Explain your choice.   ADDITIONAL DETAILS  Trust-building exercise in a group Introduction Trust is an…

PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 6 Discussion 1 What is the importance of confidentiality in a group? How can a counselor ensure confidentiality within and outside of the group format?     ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Importance of confidentiality in a group Introduction Confidentiality is an important aspect of a support group. It allows members to share…

PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 5 Discussion 2 It is known that patients with dual disorders often experience more severe and chronic medical, social, and emotional problems. Why is this so?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Dual disorders Introduction Mental health and substance abuse are two of the most prevalent mental disorders in the US today. While…

PCN501 PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 1 Discussion 1 Review the United States substance abuse policies. How does the current political climate affect changes in policies? Provide details, examples, and supporting evidence.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  The United States substance abuse policies Introduction The United States has a substance abuse problem. We know this because we…

PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 2 Discussion 2 In many states marijuana is now legal for certain medical purposes. Identify some clinical issues that may now present themselves as a result of this. What if you have a client who is addicted to alcohol and narcotics, who is also using marijuana to help with chronic…

PCN 501 Grand Canyon Week 3 Discussion 1 There are numerous screening instruments available to help counselors assess and diagnose substance use disorders. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using standardized instruments to assess and diagnose clients?   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Screening instruments for assessing and diagnosing substance use disorders Introduction If you’re a healthcare…

PSY 102 Week 4 DQ 1 Outline the main differences between classical and operant conditioning. Which of these seems to occur more accidentally, and which is more intentional? Please explain your response and provide examples.   ADDITIONAL INFORMATION  Differences between classical and operant conditioning Introduction What is classical conditioning? Classical conditioning is a type of…

Respiratory Disorders and Alterations in Acid/Base Balance Respiratory Disorders and Alterations in Acid/Base Balance NR507   NR 507 DeVry Week 2 Discussions Latest Week 2: Respiratory Disorders and Alterations in Acid/Base Balance, Fluid and Electrolytes – Discussion Part One This week’s graded topics relate to the following Course Outcomes (COs). Analyze pathophysiologic mechanisms associated with…

RN as Healthcare Policy Leader Discussion  RN as Healthcare Policy Leader Discussion NR506   NR 506 DeVry Week 7 Discussion Latest RN as Healthcare Policy Leader (graded) As a health policy professional leader, communicating with lay audiences is an important skill in promoting the health of the community for master prepared registered nurses. Develop a…