Informatics in Healthcare Healthcare Informatics sometimes referred to as health information systems, uses information technology to collect medical data, organize, store, retrieve, and apply medical concepts to foster a better relationship between patients and clinicians with the aim of providing better healthcare. Healthcare informatics has changed the face of healthcare completely. The technology allows different […]
Contribution of key figures upon the Wesleyan Movement Methodism began in the 1730s as a spiritual movement founded by John Wesley. When the movement first emerged, it sought for spiritual renewal within the church of England. However, it would later break from the church of England to form a separate and independent identity, the Wesleyan […]
Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) is a chronic mental condition marked by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsive behavior that can significantly affect an individual’s normal functioning. ADHD mostly affects children and teens but often lasts into adulthood. Children living with ADHD often have low self-esteem and have difficulties creating relationships at school […]
Late Romantic Period The late Romantic period lasted roughly between 1850 to 1910. The phrase ‘late romantic period’ describes the period that ensued the popular Romantic age. By 1850, the aspect of self-expression had already been well internalized by the romantic age composers, as evidenced in dozens of their compositions. The new generation of composers […]
Predestination and Free Will in Christianity Predestination and free will are the two most debated doctrines in Christianity. Christian theologians have questioned the issue throughout history, yet the end does not appear to be in sight. Both concepts attempt to clarify the role of human-divine agency in the attainment of salvation. There have also been […]
Diabetes mellitus and complications in patients having this disease Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition associated with a deficiency in insulin secretion or insulin action in the body. Insulin is a body hormone that regulates blood sugar in the body. Insufficient production of the hormone or the body’s inability to effectively use the secreted insulin […]
Factors that Account for the Growing Popularity of Buddhism in Western Societies Buddhism is a form of religious faith that dates back around 2,500 years from India. In the last fifty years, the teachings of Buddha have been influencing the lives of many in many ways. Today, there are more than 1.2 billion Buddhists worldwide, […]
Should providers be held responsible for patients’ addiction to prescription pain medications? With the number of addiction cases and deaths increasing each day, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has officially labeled the abuse of prescription drugs a national epidemic. Recent statistics by the CDC indicate that opioid abuse increased by 50% between […]
Great Depression and the Great Recession of 2008 The Great Depression and the Great Recession of 2008 are the biggest economic crisis recorded in the history of the United States. The main cause of both economic downturns lay deep in the actions of the federal government. The effects were enormous; unemployment rates spiked, the money […]
International relations of the Middle East The Middle East is one of the most conflict-ridden regions on the globe. Its unique geographic and strategic location on the world map makes the region more prone to regional powers seeking to establish themselves in the region. Besides its strategic position, the Middle East is also the origin […]
Fall Prevention in adults The topic of fall prevention in older adults is seldom talked about. But the increase in the cases of falls among older people demands that we speak and address the issue. Falls are currently the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries and fractures among adults above 65 years in America. […]
Patient Safety in Nursing Patient safety is a discipline in healthcare that focuses on preventing and reducing risks, errors, and any form of harm that may befall a patient during healthcare provision. Healthcare professionals are continually trying to avoid medical errors during practice. However, the health care system is prone to errors. In fact, medical […]
