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Nursing Notes – Inflammatory Diseases of the Heart Topic 3.4.3: Inflammatory Disorders of the Heart and Blood Vessels INFLAMMATORY DISEASES OF THE HEART Introduction Inflammatory diseases of the heart refer to a diverse group of conditions characterized by inflammation affecting different layers of the heart. This inflammation can impact the heart’s ability to pump blood…

Nursing Notes – Circulatory System Conditions Sub-topic 3.4.1: Review of Anatomy and Physiology of the Circulatory system Anatomy of the Heart and Circulatory System Heart: A muscular organ located slightly left of the center of the chest, responsible for pumping blood throughout the body. It has four chambers: two atria (upper chambers) and two ventricles…

Nursing Notes – Introduction to Medical Nursing Levels of disease prevention Primary (1°) prevention Is prevention that proceeds disease or days function and is applied to patients considered physically and emotionally healthy. It is aimed at intervention before pathological diseases have begun during the stage of susceptibility. It includes activities that are directed at using…

Nursing Notes – Introduction to Medical Nursing Module Unit: CN-2102 – Medical Nursing (I) Module Unit Description This module unit is intended for students to acquire competencies in providing high quality evidence-based nursing care in traditional as well as innovative healthcare settings. This will mainly cover introduction to medical nursing, study of conditions of circulating,…

Nursing Notes – Sociology and Psychology 2.11.4: Learning Definition of Learning Learning is a fundamental process by which individuals acquire new knowledge, skills, behaviors, or attitudes. It is characterized by: A relatively permanent change in behavior produced by experience. The acquisition, retention, and application of knowledge, skills, and attitudes. Key factors involved in learning include:…

Nursing Notes – Sociology and Psychology Emotions The word “emotion” is derived from the Latin word “emovere,” meaning “to move away, from, to excite, or to stir.” Therefore, an emotion can be understood as: A state of an individual that deprives him or her of equilibrium. Psycho-physiological states arising from either pleasant or unpleasant feelings.…

Nursing Notes – Sociology and Psychology Stress and Stressors Stress Stress is a multifaceted concept with various definitions, but generally refers to the body’s response to demands placed upon it. It can be a physical, psychological, and emotional reaction to challenging circumstances. Physical and Psychological Response: Stress is a natural reaction to harmful or potentially…

Nursing Notes – Sociology and Psychology 2.11.1: Mental Defense Mechanisms (Ego Defense Mechanisms) Mental Defense Mechanisms (often referred to as Ego Defense Mechanisms) are unconscious psychological strategies employed by the ego to protect itself from anxiety, frustrations, and internal conflicts. These conflicts frequently arise from the tension between the id’s demands for immediate gratification and…

Nursing Notes – Sociology and Psychology Personality The word personality is derived from the word “persona,” which was used to describe the theatrical mask worn by some dramatic actors at that time. Psychologists who study personality aim to understand why people exhibit diverse emotional, motivational, and behavioral patterns (e.g., why some are “bad,” “good,” “sad,”…

Nursing Notes – Sociology and Psychology Introduction to Psychology in Nursing Psychology, the scientific study of mind and behavior, plays a pivotal role in nursing. Understanding psychological principles allows nurses to provide holistic, patient-centered care, addressing not only the physical but also the mental, emotional, and social aspects of health. This section delves into fundamental…