Essays on Health Page 248

After beginning Lehman College in the fall of 2011 with the goal of obtaining a degree in nursing, I quickly discovered that the economic realities of a college education were not possible for me at that time. I withdrew from school and worked as a paralegal to pay my bills and help pay down my…

Background Information Summary My clinical patient that I chose ,MS, a 66-year-old Female with Increased swollen extremities and altered mental status. MS had increased medical problems over the last year despite all the new medical problems, she lived alone , and was still Employed. MS has past medical history of Hypertension and a CVA in…

It is my personal opinion that the legal age for drinking should remain 21. While it true that many adolescents have some type of alcoholic beverage before the age of 21, it is only inviting youths to be able to consume alcohol before their young minds are capable of the responsibility of handling the effects…

After viewing the film “Being Mortal” I was moved deeper than I would’ve imagined. While I very thankfully haven’t had to experience what the families in the film are experiencing with end of life care, my heart still broke with every word of bad news. The thought of having to find the right measure of…

Often times in literature, authors will illustrate the use and effects of alcohol to reflect the experiences that they had encountered within their own lives. Alcohol usually creates a distortion of reality and in some cases self-destructive behavior. Although alcohol can be problematic, it is also used in literature for entertainment purposes and makes things…

What inspire me most to become a nurse is my family history. Growing up I only got to see one of my grandparents whom I lost at 14 years of age. When I was young, I used to ask why many of my friends have grandparents and I only have one. My parents’ response was…

Obesity leads to significant long-term health consequences. The World Health Organization claims obesity as one of the most prevent and costly health problems facing our society (WHO, 2018). According to the Centers of Disease Control, in the United States, thirty percent of the population suffers from obesity and 1 in 3 children are either overweight…

This documentary gives you an insight of mental health by introducing people from different backgrounds who’s describe their own personal struggles with their mental health. This film was filmed over the time span of five years, the documentary follows each individual that suffers from anxiety and his or her own symptoms ranging from worrying and…

Grit is often associated with determination and perseverance in achieving one’s goals. It involves passion, persistence, and resilience in the face of obstacles and challenges. Mental health, on the other hand, refers to a person’s overall well-being and ability to function in their daily life. The relationship between grit and mental health has been studied…

Nineteen years ago, my uncle was sent to prison for drunk driving. He was driving down a two-lane highway in my home town while under the influence. His best friend was sitting in the passenger seat of his 1970’s Bronco while he sped down the road. He crashed head on into a semi-truck traveling at…