Health Care and Life Sciences : Anatomy

Assignment for Chapter 7 Describe the two linages of blood and the major disease with these. Is it possible for a woman to get hemophilia, why or why not.   Why does hemophilia not follow either of the lineages of blood cell development Assignment for Chapter 8 1.) Describe the difference between essential hypertension and secondary hypertension?  2.) What is malignant hypertension? 3.) What is the benefit in giving a diuretic, a drug that removes water from the blood, in a…

Imbalances of Digestive and Urinary Function Instructions Unit 6 focused on digestion, nutrition, renal function, and acid-base balance. There was a great deal of information presented on all topics and the importance of each topic cannot be overstated. Often we do not think about how our food and drink consumption impacts our kidney function and truly our urinary output. When one consumes a great deal of water they will have increased urinary output as the body will maintain a balance…

Discussion: Unit 5, Due Wednesday by 11:59 pm CT Vaccines and Disease Instructions: Instructions: Unit 5 focused on the respiratory and lymphatic systems.  As a primary portal of entry to the body, the respiratory system in frequently in contact with a variety of pathogens.  Luckily, we have options available for preventative measures for the various diseases in the form of vaccines. The purpose of a vaccine is to elicit a primary immune response to form memory cells and provide protection…

Unit 3 Discussion - Disease Development in the Endocrine System No unread replies.No replies. Discussion: Unit 3, Due Wednesday by 11:59 pm CT Disease Development in the Endocrine System Instructions: Unit 3 focused on both the nervous and the endocrine systems. Both systems are important communication systems for the body, and both play vital roles in homeostatic balance. The endocrine system produces chemical messengers that travel throughout the body via the circulatory system and interact with a receptor cell. If…

Unit 4 Discussion - Homeostatic Imbalance of the Cardiovascular System No unread replies.No replies. Discussion: Unit 4, Due Wednesday by 11:59 pm CT Homeostatic Imbalance of the Cardiovascular System Instructions: Unit 4 focused on the cardiovascular system and we you observed the vital importance of how it integrates with each other system.  The goal of this discussion is to have you identify one cardiovascular imbalance and present how the imbalance impacts the heart and another body system of your choice.…

Provide your answer in a well-developed paragraph of 75 – 100 words for each question. Type your responses into a Word document with your name, date, and the title of this assessment at the top of the page. 1. Define and explain the relationship between anatomy and physiology.  2. Justify why it is difficult to separate the topics of anatomy and physiology. 3. Provide three examples that illustrate how the structure of a body part impacts function. 4. Explain the…

A lot of controversy exists when it comes to children and vaccinations. There are many reasons why people choose not to vaccinate. What is your personal view on vaccinating children? What existing information plays a role in your beliefs? I believe in vaccinations 2 paragraphs

: In this journal, you will research and explore data around acid reflux (GERD). You will make a determination as to what you believe the causes or GERD are. GERD has increased in the cohort of 15- to 65-year-olds in the United States from almost one million in 1998, to three million in 2005, to 100 million in 2013. There is a real controversy over whether the rise in GERD is influenced by lifestyle choices, such as overeating and resulting…

Overview: In this case study, you will be asked to run through a real-world scenario from presentation through treatment. This will help you prepare for realworld scenarios you may encounter in your healthcare practice and give you the opportunity to practice these skills for your final presentation. Based on the case study information and information you gather from outside sources, create a diagnosis and treatment plan. You will also identify ways in which this disease might be prevented. Case studies…

Complete discussion post Encountering patients who smoke is an issue most healthcare professionals face at some point in their career. In this case, you will be examining what you can do to encourage a teenage patient to quit smoking. As a health professional, how would you convince a teenager who smokes a pack of cigarettes a day to quit smoking? Choose two of the strategies discussed in the article "Teen smoking: 10 ways to keep teens smoke-free" and explain how…