Being the #1 most trusted profession in the country allows nurses to truly take charge and make a difference in the policy arena. (N.A., Policy & Advocacy, 2013). The value of these benefits is what we make of them. It means that we are a part of the greater whole in the nursing profession. It means that we are an active and caring member involved in a deeper level with career and actively involved in helping others in the nursing profession.
Personalized Medicine Strayer University Connie Bowens Introduction To Biology Kimberly Gaskins August 5, 2012 There are many definitions that would describe personalized medicine but the one that is most understandable is the use of marker assisted diagnosis and targeted therapies derived from an individuals molecular profile. (as cited in Science Direct, 2002). Personalized medicine will be very helpful especially in dealing with cancer patients because this can geno-type their selections so that there is little or no side effects when prescribed the medications. Accurate diagnostic tests have to be performed without fail to use personalized medicine. The major factor in personalized medicine is identifying
A simple snap of a mammogram wouldn’t be able to capture the shot of how the cancer or tumor looks like, or where it spreader through your breast. The 3-d ultra sound would improve early detection of breast cancer by building an ultrasound scanner that can image the entire breast thus standardizing ultrasound breast imaging to provide high quality images improving detection of no palpable breast cancers that cannot be seen with mammography in women at high risk of breast cancer, especially in women with dense breasts. In the remainder of this passage I am going to discuss more about this 3-d ultrasound research. The unique way of catching cancer or tumors before they enlarge. 3-d ultra sounds are very suitable for any woman with breast pains and unusual feelings in the
As such, patients who walked into the Cancer Institute knew by the very reputation and geographical ties to other research institutions, that they would be subject of various research protocols and the newest and cutting edge treatment protocols. The institute’s extremely intelligent staff allowed for such complicated protocols to be initiated under close guidance. While other hospitals may have struggled to keep up with the rapidly changing treatment plans, the staff at Dana-Farber worked their hardest to ensure their patients were receiving the best and safest possible care. Among one of the most widely used oncologic treatments is that of chemotherapy. Chemotherapy exploits the uncontrolled growth characteristics of cancer cells to target them for death.
The article also says that Dr. Palmer is the professor of the Centre for Research in Women’s Health which is a result of her ingenious study in women. Another person was also mentioned, Jocalyn Parks in which is also a medical doctor who funded towards women’s health centers in which got a grant for more research in health and domestic violence. Unfortunately, the article did not include any graphs or charts mostly because it was more of an announcement as the title clearly states, it’s a “Bulletin Board.” It did provide with some information about the topic but the article mostly provided the sources of the problem and how they got
Health Psychology “Critically evaluate health psychology theory and research to explain patients’ experience of breast cancer.” An electronic journal search was conducted using the search facility of OVID, (2001 – 2008) and EBSCO, electronic journal services if the full journal article was not available via OVID. The search strategy used two key terms, breast cancer, and social support. The initial search for breast cancer revealed 6674 articles but when combined with social support the number available was reduced to 16. Of the 16 identified journal articles 3 were removed as the relevance to the subject was inappropriate and 2 articles, which were unavailable via Ovid, were accessed via EBSCO. The focus of the literature review will be upon breast cancer and social support received, and the psychological consequences that social support has upon the coping adaptability of breast cancer patients.
It helps to meet both quality and cost effective measures by patients. (Leatherman, 2013) United health care effectively communicates the performance results and feedback to the customers that provides the detailed process of decision making abilities. United Health care provides the important guidelines of preventing health issues at an initial stage which is important in healthy life style. It helps to make the patients healthy. United health group is committed to offer a wide range of health insurance plans and other benefits.
In a modern era of scientific knowledge, the developing technological innovations spread throughout the world. Through science, such as medicine, helps treating people everywhere; one invention in the 1950's was nuclear medicine, or PET [positron emission tomography] scan that uses radioisotopes to aid treating for diseases to patients (Canadian Nuclear Association). Physicians practicing medicine for radioisotopes have its benefits for any patients, including the minimal exposure of radiation of alpha, beta and gamma ray for technetium-99m used for SPECT; and how this project of the isotopes developed in this world today. Physicians have practiced with radioisotopes for diagnosing and treating for years. There are testimonies with patient's
Mammograms are not always the most comfortable test to have done, but it is extremely necessary. The earlier that breast cancer is discovered, the sooner treatment can begin to help prevent further problems. It is crucial to discuss any and all concerns and/ or symptoms with your physician. Your physician will be able to help you decide on a plan and schedule any tests that need to be done. Scheduling a mammogram is very easy.
In addition to improving quality, evidence also supports that EMRs save physicians time and reduce costs for ambulatory practices (O’Neill, 2007). As more organizations begin to utilize EMRs, questions regarding its impact on the efficiency of nursing arise. Do managers perceive that electronic medical records save their nurses time? Justification The futurists identified several emerging trends about the state of health in the twentyfirst century (National Center for Healthcare Leadership, 2005). The United States will become part of a global system focusing on wellness and preventive care worldwide; providing patient care via “virtual” centers of excellence around the world.