Week10 Discussion: Urinary Tract Infections

Week10 Discussion: Urinary Tract Infections

Week10 Discussion: Urinary Tract Infections

Week 10 discussion Urinary Tract Infections Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are caused by bacteria—most often Escherichia coli. However, certain viruses, fungi, and parasites can also lead to infection. The infection can affect the lower and upper urinary tract, including the urethra, prostate (in males), bladder, ureter, and kidney. Due to the progression of the disease and human anatomy, symptoms present differently among the sexes as well as among age groups. It is important to understand how these factors, as well as others, impact the pathophysiology of UTIs. Advanced practice nurses must have this foundation in order to properly diagnose patients. To prepare: Review Chapter 29 in the Huether and McCance text. Identify the pathophysiology of lower and upper urinary tract infections. Consider the similarities and differences between the two types of infections. Select two of the following patient factors: genetics, gender, ethnicity, age, or behavior. Reflect on how the factors you selected might impact the pathophysiology of the infections, as well as the diagnosis of and treatment for the infections. By Day 3 Post a description of the pathophysiology of lower and upper urinary tract infections, including their similarities and differences. Then explain how the factors you selected might impact the pathophysiology of the infections, as well as the diagnosis of and treatment for the infections. Read a selection of your colleagues’ responses. By Day 6 Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different days who selected at least one different factor than you, in one or more of the following ways: Offer alternative diagnoses and prescription of treatment options for urinary tract infections. Share an insight from having read your colleague’s posting, synthesizing the information to provide new perspectives. Click on the Reply button below to reveal the textbox for entering your message. Then click on the Submit button to post your message. Week 11 discussion Disorders of the Reproductive Systems While the male and female reproductive systems are unique to each sex, they share a common function—reproduction. Disorders of this system range from delayed development to structural and functional abnormalities. Since many reproductive disorders not only result in physiological consequences but also psychological consequences such as embarrassment, guilt, or profound disappointment, patients are often hesitant to seek treatment. Advanced practice nurses need to educate patients on disorders and help relieve associated stigmas. During patient evaluations, patients must feel comfortable answering questions so that you, as a key health care provider, will be able to diagnose and recommend treatment options. As you begin this Discussion, consider reproductive disorders that you would commonly see in the clinical setting. To prepare for this Discussion: Review Chapter 22 and Chapter 23 in the McPhee and Hammer text, as well as Chapter 32 in the Huether and McCance text. Select two disorders of the male and/or female reproductive systems that interest you. Consider the similarities and differences between the disorders. Select one of the following factors: genetics, ethnicity, age, or behavior. Think about how the factor you selected might impact the diagnosis of and treatment for the reproductive disorders. By Day 3 Post a description of the two reproductive disorders you selected, including their similarities and differences. Then explain how the factor you selected might impact the diagnosis of treatment for the reproductive disorders. Read a selection of your colleagues’ responses. By Day 6 Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different days who selected different disorders or factors than you, in one or more of the following ways: Share insights on how the factor you selected impacts the pathophysiology of the disorder your colleague selected. Offer alternative diagnoses and prescription of treatment options for the disorder your colleague selected. Validate an idea with your own experience and additional research. Click on the Reply button below to reveal the textbox for entering your message. Then click on the Submit button to post your message.