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How another characteristic (e.g., gender, genetics) would change your response.

How another characteristic (e.g., gender, genetics) would change your response.

To prepare: Case Study Scenario 1: A 16-year-old boy comes to clinic with chief complaint of sore throat for 3 days. Denies fever or chills. PMH negative for recurrent colds, influenza, ear infections or pneumonias. NKDA or food allergies. Physical exam reveals temp of 99.6 F, pulse 78 and regular with respirations of 18. HEENT normal […]

How could this problem affect patient care, safety, or quality? What are the possible approaches and solutions for this issue?

How could this problem affect patient care, safety, or quality? What are the possible approaches and solutions for this issue?

Health care is a field that encourages, and typically mandates, continued professional education. Regardless of the health care setting, nurses who are in, or who are pursuing, leadership positions are challenged with staying up-to-date on current leadership principles, styles, and knowledge. The knowledge, skills, and judgment required in a leadership role are crucial to patient […]