Category: Disorders

Table of Contents Introduction Post-Gastrectomy and Malabsorption Symptoms Post-Gastrectomy and Malabsorption Risk Factors Post-Gastrectomy and Malabsorption Treatment Conclusion References Introduction The rise in cases of gastric/stomach cancer and complicated ulcers has led to ailments that need to be carefully understood for proper care to be availed to patients. Post-Gastrectomy and Malabsorption syndromes are disorders that…

Introduction The digestive system consists of the gastrointestinal tract and other organs of digestion such as “the salivary glands, liver, gallbladder, and exocrine pancreas” (Huether & McCance, 2016, p. 884). Its major function is to break down ingested food, make it ready for the absorption by body cells, take in fluids, and remove wastes. Functional…

Table of Contents Pathophysiology Treatment Behavior References Pathophysiology Different digestive disorders can be confused due to the presence of the same or highly similar symptoms; examples are inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). In the comparison between the disorders, it is primarily necessary to address pathophysiological processes. The term IBD encompasses several…

Normal Pathophysiology of Gastric Acid Stimulation and Production The healthy functioning of the gastrointestinal tract is crucial for the human body since it ensures digestion, absorption, and assimilation of all the necessary components of nutrition, without which other processes cannot run successfully. When the tract acts normally, food is ingested into the mouth cavity for…

Table of Contents Introduction Pathophysiology of Acute Bronchitis Age and Gender References Introduction With the patient describing such symptoms of a deep cough, the production of mucous, green sputum, and scratchy throat, it is recommended to proceed with the treatment for acute bronchitis. Bronchitis refers to the inflammation of the patient’s bronchial tubes. This inflammation…

Public health is one of the domains that will always remain topical. Though new information shapes public health policies regularly, its principles remain comparatively the same. In Public health principles and neurological disorders, the first chapter of Neurological disorders: public health challenges, the members of the WHO provides an overview of the basic notions that…

Table of Contents Introduction Schizophrenia Drug Abuse case Anxiety case Conclusion Reference List Introduction Daily, several individuals are found to be afflicted by some form of psychiatric disorder, for example, schizophrenia and anxiety disorder (Pakhare, 2007). Furthermore, in relation to the nature-nurture issue, the psychiatric disorders are passed on from parents, developed due to environmental…

Depression is a persistent problem in children and adolescents with recurrent episodes lasting for up to a year. The clinical presentation of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) includes depressed mood for more than 2 weeks, loss of interest, and, depending on severity, suicidal ideation or attempt (Birmaher & Brent, 2007). Bryant has a history of psychiatric…

Table of Contents Introduction Chronic Venous Insufficiency vs. Deep Venous Thrombosis Patient Factor Mind Map: CVI Mind Map: DVT References Introduction The balance of the blood circulatory system can be disturbed by a number of internal and external factors, which lead to significant alterations in blood flow and clotting states, posing a considerable threat to…

Table of Contents Introduction Medication Therapy Behavioral Interventions Conclusion References Introduction Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD is an adverse condition that is characterized by dyspnea often accompanied by cough and sputum production. The condition usually develops due to continuous exposure to inflammatory stimuli. As such, the disease is most often seen in smokers. Besides…