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Models of abnormality Abnormality is defined as a behaviour that deviates from the ideal social norm. One definition of abnormality is the failure to function adequately and are unable to meet their activities of daily living independently for example getting washed and dressed daily, being able to hold down a job and interacting with other…

Dorothea Elizabeth Orem: Self-Care Deficit Nursing Theory Dorothea E. Orem was known as a pioneer in the development of distinctive nursing knowledge and as one of foremost America’s nursing theorist (Alligood & Tomey, 2010, Fawcett, 2000). Her self-care deficit theory which is a general theory of nursing, is used widely in nursing today (Hartweg, 1995)….

In this assignment, I will be implementing a nursing care plan for a patient I encountered during my clinical placement. To develop the care plan, I utilized a published nursing model. The focus of this task is to explain the proposed care and analyze how the patient’s pathophysiology impacts their overall experience. To maintain confidentiality,…

One important quality of water that supports life on Earth is its unique ability to have floating ice. This occurs because when water freezes, hydrogen bonds form between water molecules, creating a crystalline structure. This structure allows each molecule to bond with four neighboring water molecules. Compared to liquid water, solid water has bonds that…

The portrait of Marat encapsulates the artist’s grief, political fervor, and artistic ability. It is a personal homage to his friend, as seen by an inscription on the side of a makeshift desk: A Marat David.” The brushwork in the corpse is striking. The artist has stripped the painting to its bare essentials, creating a…

PART I QUESTIONS 1. Models are analogies that allow us to clarify hypotheses—proposed explanations of relationships between causes and effects. What roles do models play in testing hypotheses? Models provide the physical testing and proof of a hypothesis by exploring the extent to which the two factors relate within the given hypothesis. It puts a…

The ethical principles of nursing, which emphasize the responsibility of nurses to ensure patient safety, include nonmaleficence or do no harm. Harm can be caused to patients due to communication failures, whether intentional or resulting from errors in technology or humans. These failures may involve inaccurate information conveyance, provision of incorrect messages, and equipment malfunction….

Executive Summary Purpose of the Report This study examines craft brewers as a niche market for the malting industry. Results suggest that catering to craft brewers’ needs and preferences offers potential opportunities for malt suppliers. Through our study, a detailed analysis of the industry is reported. Opportunities, its possible threats, and proposed solutions for the…

Abstract: First synthesized from ephedrine in the late-nineteenth century, methamphetamine was originally used to combat alcoholism, narcolepsy, and obesity.   Moreover, it was a popular drug among soldiers during World War II, and college students keeping unusual hours to pass exams.  Since it was made illegal in 1983, the use of methamphetamine has increased particularly…

The period of physical and psychological development from puberty to maturity is referred to as adolescence. It is at this point where individuals between the ages of 11 to 22 begin a distinct and unique stage of the life cycle. The transformation can be the most difficult stage in development that an individual will endure….