In the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the development and distribution of vaccines has been imperative in combating the spread of the virus and minimizing its devastating impacts. While the ethical debate surrounding vaccination is challenging in and of itself, this essay focuses on the importance of COVID-19 vaccination for pregnant women. Women who are pregnant are at a higher risk of COVID-19 infection and severe illness versus non-pregnant women. By considering the principles of autonomy and beneficence, we can establish a strong ethical foundation for advocating vaccination among pregnant women, emphasizing the potential benefits and addressing potential concerns. …
Author: Ariel Niazov
Physical Diagnosis I – Reflection Paper
What differences do you note between the two H&Ps? I have noticed more detail in many areas including the HPI and Review of Systems. I’ve also definitely noticed a more robust social history with more pertinent and detailed information. In what ways has your history-taking improved? Are you eliciting all the important information? As we got more exposure to the hospitals and seeing more patients, I’ve noticed a more precise way the history has been taken, and I’ve also seen a more expanded history with more relevant information that was pertaining to the chief complaint at heart. In what ways …
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Diagnostic Studies Presentation
Barry Anderson’s Case Study Report
Immunizations Since I’m seeing Barry in November, I would advise he got the flu shot and the TDAP shot. Since he’s in his 30’s the DTAP shot he got when he was younger may have worn off and it’s safer to give him the TDAP than to not. This might be the only time I get to meet up with him. Since he has admitted to me that he’s had sex with other men and is an avid drug user I would also advise he got the Hep A and Hep B shots as a precaution. Screenings I would …
HPDP – Diet and Exercise Plan
Bruce Sussman is a 25 y/o male who is looking to lose weight. He has a PMH of asthma that is controlled with an inhaler. Diet plan Cut out the breakfast sandwich from Dunkin’ and try to add low fat or skim milk to the coffee instead of half and half. If the need for a sandwich does come, try only having half the sandwich and saving the rest for another time Taco Bell is somewhere you should go once in a while. They have tacos that you can add tomatoes and lettuce to and they have vegetarian options if …