...from health visiting. So, if you’ve got an interest in improving public health and helping children get off to the best possible start, you’ll find health visiting an incredibly rewarding career. www.nhscareers.nhs.uk Health visiting 3 Being a health visitor Health visitors are specially trained public health nurses working in the community to design and deliver care for families and communities. It is a diverse and satisfying role that involves building relationships with families. It suits nurses and midwives with an interest in health promotion, public health and working in the community. A growing body of evidence – from neuroscience to public health – underlines the importance of good healthcare in the first few years of a person’s life. Therefore, as lead healthcare professionals in preventing illness and improving the health of families and young children, the essential role of health visitors is now recognised...
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...department. Basic education is required to further one’s study in the field of medicine from pre-kindergarten through high school. Requirements can vary depending on the country it’s being pursued in. In the United States after graduating form high school four years of pre-requisites on pre-medicine is required. These four years consist of 2 years of basic state mandatory classes and other advance science and health classes depending on the major being pursued....
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...The specialist skills of the Health Visitor are crucially important in safeguarding children (HM Government, 2010). In the past decade there has been significant change in nursing and healthcare that has led to a much wider remit for those involved in working with children and subsequently child protection (Hall and Elliman, 2006; Department of Health, 2004); indeed Health Visitors are responding to a national drive to further enhance their contribution to public health (Department of Health, 2009). It is against this backdrop that the critical need to develop the leadership role of the Specialist Community Public Health nurse within the process of recognising and referring child maltreatment emerges. This requires Team Managers to support staff to safeguard children, which highlights the need for effective clinical supervision, improved interagency working, and a change in organisational culture. Using a Case Study presented in Appendix One, consideration will be given to the significance of the role of the Specialist Community Public Health nurse in the recognition and referral of a child in need of protection. Consideration will also be given to the complexities of the recognition of abuse, and the barriers which may hinder the safeguarding process. For the purposes of this assignment the terms Specialist Community Public Health Nurse and Health Visitor will be used interchangeably. Elizabeth is clearly a ‘child in need’ as defined by Section 17(10)...
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... 1 Resources Ole Miss University Lori Camp PSYC3120-Human Life Span Development May 4, 2014 Address: 1112 Rolling Hills Street New Albany, MS 38652 Phone: 662-422-2728 Email: Lcamp@olemiss@yahoo.com Instructor: Dr. Tina Stavredes 2 Resources For this assignment I have provided identified a list of 4 scholarly sources. I feel like the Scholarly resources that I have chosen to use will be very vital and contribute to my final paper. The first source that I have chosen to use is Child sexual abuse this source will contribute to my paper because it is talking about how child sexual abuse is universal concern. According to Johnson (2004) the pain and tissue wound from sexual abuse can entirely heal in time, but psychological and medical penalties can persist through adulthood. The source also states that 96% of our children are assessed for suspected sexual abuse will have regular examinations, or even medical interview by professional must be trusted on to document doubt of abuse. Child abuse is serious problem that should be handling in professional way. The next source that I believe will contribute to my paper is Forgotten Families I feel like this source will be very helpful because it is basically talking about how remarkable that it is how within two-year period nearly a thousand kids needed case management service. According to Northcott (2013) this article discover the far more distinguished fact that...
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...medical regimens, a Health Psychology Committee has developed. A psychiatry division comprised of five specialists will be responsible for implementing psychological methods which will enable the treatment of the patient on a more complete level. Taking into consideration the undeniable presence of stress in any instance of illness and the fact that stress not only effects behavior responses but also impairs immune functioning by changes in the body’s physical systems the role of psychology becomes even more evident in providing patient care (Sarafino, 2006). By incorporating psychology in to health care the patient can experience a reduction in stress will ultimately enhance their overall health. Patients will be better equipped with the necessary skills to successfully adapt and cope with a variety of illnesses. Effective coping strategies can only be obtained through use of psychological methods. This will result in shorter hospitalizations and an increased patient compliance with treatment plans. Each case is a specialized issue, which requires treatment for the five different areas of Psychology input and or treatment. These five areas include a Psychologist that will work on specific issues that pertain to their specific area of study and or profession. The five psychologists will include a substance abuse counselor, an inpatient-only psychologist, a child psychologist, an adult psychologist, and a rehabilitation psychologist which will focus on the post-care...
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...Autism Autism is one in a group of very many developmental problems called autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Within the first three years of a child’s life a doctor will be able to tell if a child is autistic by running special test to look at their communication, language and social skills. I chose to research autism due to the fact that it is so popular and interested me more than the other topics. Autism can be found in males and females of all ages rather it is a small case or large case simple things a child does can place them on the autism spectrum. In January of 2010 the national autistic society announced that the ratio of autistic kids between boys and girls is one to four. There are many interesting facts and characteristics of autism that the people of this day and age should be aware of because you never know when a child you interact with on daily bases may be autistic. The severity of autism in a child can vary from very serious to just a minor case, but all autism disorders affect a child’s ability to communicate, talk and their social skills. It can also make them act in unusual ways. They might flap their hands, say certain words over and over, have temper tantrums, or play with only one particular toy. Most kids with autism do not like a change in their regular routine; they like to stay on a repetitive schedule that does not involve different interactions with different people or different actions they have to take to compete the routine. They...
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...conditions. They are often associated with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Intense distress is often experienced, particularly in adolescence. Gender identity disorders can be seen as states in which, in the course of the young person’s psychosexual development, there is an atypical gender identity organisation. The young person experiences their phenotypic sex as incongruous with his or her own sense of gender identity. This predicament, which is commoner in boys, is characterised by: • A desire to be of the other sex • Cross-dressing • Play with games, toys and objects usually associated with the other sex and avoidance of play normally associated with their sex • Preference for playmates or friends of the sex with which the child identifies • Dislike of bodily sexual characteristics and functions It is important to consider these states as different from those seen in adults because: (a) A developmental process is involved (physical, psychological and sexual). (b) There is greater fluidity and variability in the outcome, with only a small proportion becoming transsexuals or transvestites, the majority of affected children eventually developing a homosexual orientation and some a heterosexual orientation without transvestism or transsexualism. Similarly, pre-pubertal and post-pubertal groups need to be differentiated. There is greater fluidity and likelihood of change in the former. Phenomenologically there is a qualitative difference between the way such ...
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...able to pay for it can be stressful to some. Each person and family may need different types of coverage and finding one that suits everyone in the household and accepts all family members due to their medical needs can be hard to find. This case study will look at such a family. A family with multiple medical issues to include, two members having diabetes and being obese, one of which has COPD and a child with asthma. We will look into different health care options and cost, a recommended plan for the family and then take a look at what the family will need within a year. Health care costs & coverage options Health Maintenance Organization Plans (HMOs) have a low out-of-pocket cost, which makes them a good choice if you want to avoid spending a lot of money. Also, since your co-pay commonly covers services outside the basic office visits, it is rather wide ranging. On the other hand, there are disadvantages for the reason that your choices are much more limited versus other plans such as, having to choose one primary care doctor and receiving referrals to see any specialists. There are some doctor’s offices that may not accept HMO plans, and it is not always easy to acquire a referral every time you need to see a specialist. Additionally, HMOs will typically only pay for visits to...
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...Psychological factors such as behaviors due to chronic pain, stress, depression, and cultural beliefs can have an adverse affect on the body’s physical condition making the treatment of both the patients’ psychological and physiological aspects of health crucial in increasing the success of the patient’s treatment outcomes, one’s adherence to medical regimens and maintaining and improving one’s wellness. Therefore, in the attempt of improving overall patient health, measurable by shorter hospitalizations and improved adherence to medical regimens, a psychiatry division comprised of five specialists specializing in substance abuse psychology, inpatient-only psychology, child psychology, adult psychology, and pain management has been developed with the responsibility of improving patient health through the use of psychological methods. The implementation of these methods are targeted to concentrate on the weaknesses and strengths of those needing psychological help in the hopes of improving the health and well-being of all those involved. Substance Abuse Counselor The substance abuse counselor is one, which helps individuals dealing and suffering from a variety of different addictions such as those of alcohol and drugs. The substance abuse counselor is to counsel individuals who are addicted to these substances, helping him or, she to identify and understand the behaviors and problems associated with his or, her addiction. Addiction can become a very debilitating disorder...
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...“At-Risk” students falling short of the appropriate next steps to succeed academically. This is more succinct: The problem is that At-Risk students score lower academically due to lack of motivation. Purpose Statement The action in this research was to analyze the attitude and personalities of 10 adolescents that were eligible for expulsion from school. The students range from ages 12 to 16 and were referred to an expulsion program for various reasons, including no interest in academics, disrespect, poor grades, or just utter defiance. The overall purpose of this research was to discover how “At-Risk” students are motivated and to determine what instructional strategies are most effective in motivating students. The purpose of this study is to see if implementing XXXX will impact the motivation and academic achievement of the At-Risk students in the researcher’s class You need to think of one specific way you can solve the problem and place it in the purpose statement. Now base your research questions on the problem and purpose statements. Motivating “At-Risk” Students: Taking the Next Steps towards Academic Success An Action Research Project Proposal Presented To The Faculty of the Department of Graduate School College of Education North Greenville University In Partial Fulfillment Of the Requirements for the Degree Master of Education Ashton Hawkins May 2016 Table of Contents Table of Contents…………………………………………………………………………………3 Abstract …………………………………………………………………………………………...
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...BERNARDO, REX ADIVOSO Type of Document: Unpublished Dissertation School: BICOL UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL The main objective of this study is to evaluate and recommend policies for the effective implementation of Inclusive Education in the education system in the Philippines. It specifically gathered data on the existing policies and current inclusive education practices based on the nature of integration, curriculum and instruction, facilities, teacher training, administration, orientation of school officials, faculty, students and parents, community support, linkages, peer support and others. It also determined the constructive features of inclusive education drawn from the experiences of persons with disabilities which contributed to their integration in the mainstream society. Moreover, the study identified the problems, issues and gaps in the implementation of inclusive education as perceived by the persons with disabilities themselves and by the implementers of Inclusive Education - the Department of Education (DepEd) Special Education (SPED) officials, principals and teachers. Lastly, it developed an inclusive education framework and an advocacy agenda, in terms of policy and legislation, for the effective implementation and institutionalization of inclusive education in the education system. The study is based on the UNESCO Education For All (EFA) Inclusive Education Theory that identifies three broad sets of policies to help combat marginalization...
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...APPLICATION FOR STATE EMERGENCY RELIEF Michigan Department of Human Services Case Name: Case Number: Date: DHS Office: Specialist: Phone: Fax: Specialist ID: Client ID: I hereby make application for the State Emergency Relief (SER) Program. I understand that the following information will be used in the determination of my eligibility for SER. If this application is for burial services, I understand that it must be received by the DHS office in my area no later than 10 calendar days after the burial, cremation or donation takes place. ADDRESS INFORMATION 1. 2. Check where you live: House/apartment/mobile home Homeless Other Address where you live (number, street, rural route, apartment/lot number) City 3. Mailing Address (if different from above, or PO box) City 4. Home phone State Cell phone Zip code County Work phone Whose phone number is it? (name/relationship) Email address State Zip code County Phone number where we can leave a message TDD/Other number Check the service(s) you are requesting and the amount needed to resolve the emergency – PROVIDE PROOF 1. Energy/Non-Energy Services 1a. 1b. Rent $ Security Deposit $ 1c. 1e. 1g. 1i. 1k. Moving Expense $ Electricity $ Water/sewer or cooking gas $ Taxes $ Home Repairs $ What Needs Repair? 2. 3. Burial services $ Migrant hospitalization $ 1d. 1f. 1h. 1j. 1l. Heat $ Furnace Repair $ Mortgage $ Insurance $ Food $ Deliverable fuel % HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION List below all members of your household, including...
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...on accident, some carefully planned. Some expectant parents have conceived with no problems; while others have had difficulty. These parents often find themselves trying different methods and spending a great deal of their finances to increase their chances of conceiving. With that being the case, it is often devastating to finally conceive and find out that your child has a birth defect or a disease such as Tay Sachs. Tay Sachs is a genetic condition, usually found in Caucasians, and primarily those of Jewish descent, and develops in 25% of cases when both parents carry the recessive gene (National Tay-Sachs and Allied Diseases [NTSAD], n.d.). It’s a neurological disorder that effects brain development. Development of infants afflicted with this disease appears normal at first but soon deterioration of the child’s mental and physical abilities becomes apparent. This deterioration continues until most children afflicted with Tay-Sachs lose their battle for life. The average lifespan of these children is 4 years (National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke [NINDS], 2011). Interdisciplinary Team Unfortunately, Peter and Rita Trosack have been told that their unborn child has been diagnosed with this condition. In order to provide this couple with the appropriate care, resources, education and support that is needed, an interdisciplinary...
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...GENETICS CASE STUDY GENETICS CASE STUDY This case study is based on a high-risk pregnancy due to advanced maternal age, genetic test indicating the fetus to have Tay-Sachs Disease and the coping strategies for this family. Rita Trosack is a 43-year old white female, married for six years to husband, Peter, a 46-year old white male. They both work in the financial district of Chicago and live downtown. They have been trying to conceive for two years. They both work an average of sixty hours a week. Rita and Peter were both raised as Catholics; however, they choose not to practice at this time. Rita missed her menstrual period, began having typical signs and symptoms of pregnancy (nausea, dry heaving, tender breasts, and fatigue). The fatigue was so severe she decreased her hours at the bank. An early pregnancy test performed by Rita tested positive. She then calculated her due date as January 27, 2009, since her last menstrual period (LMP) began on April 20, 2008. Rita met with Dr. Zimmerly an obstetrician in a high-risk obstetric clinic. On this first visit he confirmed the estimated date of delivery (EDD) as late January 2009. Due to Rita’s age, the chorionic villus sampling (CVS) was recommended to screen for fetal genetic defects. Rita had the test in early July, which would place her around eleven weeks into her pregnancy; this is the appropriate time in which to perform the CVS. Amniocentesis could have been performed, but this is usually...
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...worsen slowly over time, Duchenne grows worse quite rapidly. Duchenne muscular is linked to the X-chromosome so the mother carries the disease and the defective gene but will likely never show symptoms. Their sons will each have a 50% chance of getting the disease and their daughters will each have a 50% chance of being carriers of the disease (Bushby, Finkel, Birnkrant, Case, Clemens, Cripe, Kaul, Kinnett, McDonald, Pandya, Poysky, Shapiro, Tomezsko, Constantin, 2010). The women who are carriers will pass the gene onto their children. One in every 3,500 live male births are diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (Chen, Ma, Zhang, Chen, Xing, Wang, Zhang, Luo, 2014). Most of these diagnoses have a line of family history with Duchenne muscular dystrophy that they were unaware of because it had not shown up in several generations. Females who are diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and show symptoms tend to have very mild cases compared to those cases of males. Symptoms of this condition are usually noticed before the age of five years old and can even be seen as early as infancy in some cases (Bushby, et al. 2010). These symptoms are fatigue, severe learning difficulties, scoliosis, and muscle weakness. The common point of diagnosis is at the point where small children begin to...
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