Introduction PICOT: In women at high risk of developing breast cancer (P), how does an ARNP-conducted consultation (I) affect their willingness to use mammography (O) right after the consultation and ten weeks after it (T) as compared to the willingness to use mammography before the consultation (C)? Methodology and Research...
Introduction The term “cancer” is used to describe a range of diseases associated with the uncontrolled intense growth of cells that tend to form tumors. Certain factors can cause changes in genes that provoke cancer, and these factors can lead to replicating cells in one of the organs. If these...
With recent advances in the field of genomics, the practice of genetic counseling became a critical part of the patient’s comprehensive health assessment. By identifying one’s genetic predispositions and learning how to address them, individuals may improve their quality of life and prevent diagnostics of hereditary diseases in the late...
“Cancer” is a term used to classify and describe malignant tumors characterized by the uncontrolled growth of cells. The rapid and abnormal growth of cells can be provoked by a range of factors of the internal and external nature, including both the inheritance factor and unhealthy lifestyles and practices. When...
Today, cancer is one of the most significant health problems. New technologies and medical practice in highly developed countries provide patients with the means of early diagnosing of cancer, innovative methods of treatment, and relatively favorable recovery rates. However, cancer is a disease that requires an integrated approach to its...
Introduction The U.S. is among countries that are currently dealing with the rising cases of cancer patients. This disease is responsible for many death cases reported among people suffering from long-term sicknesses due to the lack of an evidence-based pain management mechanism in various health facilities in not only America...
A cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment is a grueling ordeal for many patients, which causes not only physical discomfort but tremendous psychological and emotional pressures as well. The research article Detecting Distress by O’Connor, Tanner, Miller, Watts, & Musiello (2017) discusses the prevalence and effects of distress in cancer patients...
Introduction Cancer is often regarded as a terminal illness even though the modern methods have proved to be quite effective as the rate of survivors is constantly growing. Early detection and timely treatment tend to result in positive patient outcomes in many cases. Cancer is mainly referred to as the...
Leukemia generally describes a group of malignant disorders involving white blood cells, which affect blood-forming tissues, the bone marrow, and the lymph system. It causes malignant leukocytes to become more numerous and hinder the development of normal functional blood cells. Since its initial discovery, the classification has grown to be...
Ethical Dilemma Mrs. M is a 70-year-old Hispanic immigrant from South America who currently lives in the United States with her husband, adult daughter, and her family for about 10 years. The patient has been referred to oncology testing by her family practitioner whom she regularly sees for diabetes and...
The research claims that early detection and prevention of breast cancer is the most topical issue in terms of public health, especially it’s female half that suffers more often than men according to statistics. The study is based on the investigation of African-American women and rural women at risk. Among...
Introduction Treatment of cancer is one of the major concerns of the modern healthcare sector as it is a problem significantly deteriorating the quality of people’s lives and resulting in numerous deaths. Despite multiple attempts to introduce efficient approaches and provide patients with care promoting their recovery, the problem still...
When a person is diagnosed with cancer, attention is paid to this condition and the ways of how to offer vital help, neglecting the needs of other people – his or her family and friends. There are many concerns family members, or friends may arise in their intentions to support...
Introduction Cancer is a terrible disease that not only destroys the body of a human but also inflicts severe emotional damage. This illness completely changes the life of an individual and challenges him or her with multiple problems. When persons are diagnosed with cancer, they and their families are exposed...
In this paper, the analysis of the article about the role of prophylactic hysterectomy will be developed to identify its main “take-away” ideas, investigate the ethical dilemmas of the surgery, and discuss the options patients with ovarian cancer may have when they address to healthcare providers. Villella et al. (2006)...
The article, “Detecting distress: Introducing routine screening in a gynecological cancer setting”, by O’Connor, Tanner, Miller, Watts, and Musiello (2017) recognizes the extent of suffering that cancer patients encounter on a daily basis. This paper, which focuses on gynecologic cancer patients, seeks to determine the rate of distress reported among...
General information Hodgkin’s lymphoma and Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma are two types of cancer associated with white blood cells. These diseases majorly affect the immune system of a human organism because of their effect on lymphocyte cells (Cheson et al., 2014). Although their common places of origin and negative effects result in...
Introduction Cancer is a dangerous illness that takes a heavy toll on a person and can be fatal if left untreated for too long. However, its early expressions can be challenging to diagnose correctly, and the severity of the condition may appear low until it is too late to treat...
Male breast assessment importance Many individuals underestimate the importance of male breast assessment, and there is a prejudice that only women have a high level of prevalence of breast cancer. At the same time, people do not have a clear understanding that male breast cancer exists (Al-Naggar & Al-Naggar, 2012)....
Problem Statement Cancer has become the most dreaded condition and the most common cause of death over the past few years (National Cancer Institute, 2016). Gastric cancer, as one of the specimens of the disease, has been affecting the U.S. population significantly, even though the rates of disease development have...
Cervical cancer is faced by many women in the USA. It leads to dramatic consequences for this population, which urges healthcare professionals to develop different preemptive measures. Even though the situation has already improved to some degree, further positive changes are still needed (Smith, & Brawley, 2014). Thus, it will...
Interview Questions It is important to ask the patient the following questions: Do you have now or have you ever had cancer? Have you ever been hospitalized? Do you drink alcohol? If so, what do you drink and how many drinks per day? Do you have a history of cancer...
Name:A.R. S O A P Time:3.20 p.m. Date:9/20/2017 Age:32 y/o Sex:F SUBJECTIVE CC: “I have right lower abdominal pain.” HPI: Mrs. A.R. comes to the office because of having lower abdominal pain since 5 days. This is the first time she has that kind of pain. The pain increases with...
Introduction Cancer is one of the most dreaded words in the dictionary. When doctors make the pronouncement that a certain patient has cancer, it is the same as a death sentence. People are afraid of the word cancer, because this is a medical condition that is technically without a cure....
Introduction Various current studies have recurrently produced similar findings with respect to the role of obesity in increasing the risk of developing endometrial cancer in women. It is apparent that women with obesity and other related conditions such as diabetes face a higher risk level of developing tumors in the...
Name: CC Date: Time: Age: 41 Sex: F Subjective CC: “I’m here today for a wellness visit. I’d also like to discuss a few concerns. Especially my risks for breast cancer. Just recently both my mother, who’s 63, and my first cousin on my mother’s side were diagnosed with breast cancer. I would...
Abstract The focus of this paper is on one of the mortal diseases which recently demonstrated an increased incidence. It is liver cancer which has high mortality rates and different causes of its development. The paper studies the pathophysiology of liver cancer and outlines the leading causes of the disease....
Mammography is the primary and the most effective method for breast cancer screening. Due to a high mortality rate among patients with late diagnosis and the asymptomatic nature of the condition, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF, 2016) recommends biennial mammography tests for decreasing mortality and morbidity associated with...
Problem Statement Given the significance of the problem of breast cancer, it is important to promote awareness and self-care behaviors in high-risk populations (Best, Spencer, Hall, Friedman, & Billings, 2014; Percac-Lima, Ashburner, McCarthy, Piawah, & Atlas, 2015). In particular, the use of mammography by the patients who are at risk...
Preventative Recommendations The health and vitality of a nation are directly related to the quality of prevention services provided by its healthcare professionals (Hogan-Quigley, Palm, & Bickley, 2012). The aim of this paper is to discuss the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) and its recommendations for breast cancer...
Definition Breast cancer is a serious health condition, characterized by the “uncontrolled growth of malignant cells in the mammary epithelial tissue” (Lukong, 2017, p. 64). It is one of the most common health causes of death in women and the most popular type of cancer diagnosed in women. There are...
In their article “Fostering early breast cancer detection,” Shackelford, Weyhenmeyer, and Mabus (2014) raise a rather important and relevant problem related to breast cancer, in particular, its early detection. The very title of the article highlights the key concepts, including faith community nurses (FCNs) and at-risk populations. The abstract provides...
Introduction This chapter includes an evaluation of a policy aimed at preventing cervical cancer among adult females. The National Health Service (NHS) provides several health care incentives that include the Cervical Screening Programme (CSP). This program has proved to be effective as the number of women diagnosed with cervical cancer...
Introduction The prevention of cervical cancer in adult females in the UK has been within the lens of researchers for decades. The modern research pays considerable attention to the disparity in access to prevention measures. It has been acknowledged that ethnicity and socio-economic status of women play the primary role...
Introduction Over the last couple of decades, cancer has developed into one of the most life-threatening health conditions across the globe. According to health care experts, this phenomenon has been necessitated by factors such as technology, climate change, and poor lifestyle choices (Jorda, 2011). The prevalence of cancer cases has...
Cervical cancer is one of the major health risks for women. This type of cancer is usually caused by the high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV). Due to the persistence of the infection and the growing prevalence of cervical cancer caused by HPV, screening procedures have been established to be able to...
Introduction Endometrial cancer refers to the development of cancerous tumors in the uterus. This type of cancer occurs when the cells of the endometrial lining of the uterus start growing in an uncontrollable manner. In most cases, the tumors invade the muscle tissue of the uterus, and they may also...
Over the last four decades, the occurrence of gastric cancer dropped dramatically in developed countries. Before the 1950s, the disease was the most popular cause of cancer deaths among men and third in popularity among women. Nevertheless, it is crucial not to underestimate gastric cancer today or make any delays...
Literature Review The review of the literature concerning chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting (CINV) shows that researchers have been mainly concerned about three aspects. Researchers and practitioners are trying to identify cancer treatments that are associated with fewer incidents of CINV. Also, they are trying to develop efficient treatments (including but...
Introduction According to Carrieri and Bilger (2013), “cervical cancer, or cancer of the cervix, is cancer of the entrance to the uterus (womb). The cervix is the narrow part of the lower uterus, often referred to as the neck of the womb” (p. 243). This condition is predominant in the...
