Critical Appraisal Research Hypertension is a health condition that requires sustained treatment. The health costs associated with the treatment of hypertension are both direct and indirect. The direct medical costs are the expenses incurred in the purchase of medical products used to prevent or treat an illness. Some of the direct costs include inpatient stays, laboratory tests, prescription medications, physician visits, and home health care. The direct health costs of hypertension are of two types; hypertension treatment costs and expenses of comorbidities linked to hypertension. The indirect costs burden lies mostly on the public, and thus they are higher than the direct costs. Various trend analysis has shown that the inpatient medical costs for people with hypertension are reducing while at the same time, the home-based costs are increasing. This is a reflection of the reduced hospitalization rates; fewer procedures decreased readmissions and the adoption of the Dash diet among patients. The trend also signals the improvements made in the diagnosis of hypertension and its treatment (Kar et al., 2018). The Affordable Care Act has increased hypertension screening by improving…

The Gifts of Imperfection In the book, The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go Of Who You Think You’re Supposed To Be and Embrace Who You Are, Dr. Brene Brown talks about learning to love yourself just the way you are. Nobody is perfect or has everything all figured out 100% of the time. The title of the book itself suggests that imperfections are gifts of human nature and give us our identities. Happiness and contentment come from being able to accept who you are by letting go of the image of who you think you are supposed to be. She writes about how our lives as humans are molded by “struggle with shame and the fear of not being enough” and “the power of embracing imperfection and vulnerability” (Brown, 2010). If you strive for perfection, you will always think you are never good enough. “Perfectionism is self-destructive simply because there’s no such thing as perfect. Perfection is an unattainable goal” (Brown, 2010). Brown stresses that self-love and loving others are important. “If we want to experience love and belonging fully,…

THE AUTHENTIC LEADER- WEEK 2 DISCUSSION Great leaders are defined by thinking abilities and integrative thinking when faced with conflicting options. Integrative thinkers think of possibilities instead of choosing an alternative. Great leaders and integrative thinkers exploit their traits of opposing minds and opposing thumbs in developing the best solutions for challenges experienced in the company (Martin, 2007).  Martin, (2007) stipulated that leaders should avoid leaning towards simplicity and certainty, to prevent disengaging the mind when faced with opposing ideas before it can seek a creative resolution. A leader I am well conversant with is a clinical manager in the medical department. What has made him a successful leader is the application of fourteen principles of management by Henrifayol. This entails division of labor, authority, and responsibility, discipline, unity of direction and command, exercising equity, and Espint De Corps in ensuring the provision of quality services. Besides, he is equipped with managerial skills: Conceptual, human skills, Analytical, Relational, and Technical skills (CHART). He also exercises fairness and equity to all employees and occasionally appraises his workers. He has invested in…

The defense of human rights The defense of human rights has historically been profoundly against the notion of state sovereignty. The concept of sovereignty causes States to struggle in their internal affairs. That very concept seems to be in direct contradiction with the code of universal human rights and the protection of an individual within a state. International human rights commitments are also routinely perceived to be “eroding state sovereignty. “There is a contrasting relationship between human rights and State sovereignty. They can also coexist though competing and contrasting. Human rights and the authority of the state are two different concepts in the philosophies discussed separately. Still, the issue starts in reality as the “good law” of the state communicates human rights. The historical context of a sovereign principle comes from the Westphalian peace agreement, which lasted three centuries before any reform occurred. It is important to be familiar with the form of relationship between them to explore the reconciliation of human rights and state sovereignty. Since the universal declaration on human rights came into being, there have been many…

Behaviours that increase an individual’s chance of developing cancer The lifestyle of human beings contributes significantly to their chances of developing cancer. Modifying lifestyles is, therefore, one of the significant steps to cancer prevention. The human diet increases the chances of developing cancer. High fat intake leads to the development of breast cancer (Kaur, Trujillo & Seifried, 2017). For postmenopausal women, for example, saturated fat intake contributes to the risk of breast cancer. This type of cancer occurs mostly in women with no history of hormone therapy application. Smoking increases the risk of developing lung cancer. The types of cancers associated with smoking include mouth cancer, pharynx, liver, pancreas, and cancer of the oesophagus. The chemicals in cigarettes not only weaken the body’s immunity but also change the cell’s DNA, increasing the chances of cancer development. Intense sun radiation also increases the chances of developing cancer. Too much ultraviolet radiation from the sun damages the DNA in skin cells which makes cells to grow uncontrollably, leading to skin cancer. Preventative behaviours that can decrease an individual’s chance of developing cancer…

The 17 Benefits of Walking & Climbing Stairs for Seniors As people age, their muscles start to decline, and as one gets into the late 60s, engaging in physical activities becomes strenuous unless you have been maintaining a regular training schedule through the years. Older people may find starting exercises late in life to be challenging and near impossible. Even those who have robust physical health may struggle to meet the regular 30 minutes of physical activity recommended for a healthy lifestyle. The discipline required to hit the gym at least three times a week, and the learning curve in most of these exercises means most seniors have to find other means more friendly to their needs and limitations. Fortunately, such an option is not far out of reach. You have two scientifically proven options you can use to achieve the benefits of physical activities. Walking and climbing stairs are your two options for reaping the benefits of physical exercises. The best part is that you can use both together, integrating them into your day to day schedule. You also…

THE 9 BEST CARDIO EXERCISES AT HOME FOR SENIORS Just because you are getting slightly older, it doesn’t necessarily mean you’ve got to stop moving. Ideally, physical activity is essential to caring for your heart as a senior; and there are multiple cardio exercises for seniors you can try. A study in 2014 published in the weekly Morbidity and Mortality report outlines that a staggering 28% of American seniors are regarded as ‘inactivity ‘roughly 31 million sedentary individuals. Ideally, this study outlines’ inactive’ as moving no more than needed to perform the essential daily life functions. While the findings outline much more than the enduring public health crisis in the USA, the significantly high numbers outline another disturbing trend: so many seniors are not aware of how to take care of their aging bodies.   Physical activity and exercise are among the best ways of keeping seniors engaged. In fact, regular exercise can also help in reducing dementia sleeping issues. What’s more, by staying active, seniors can aid in preserving mobility for seniors, diminishing the need for extensive home modifications…

 The primary goals of the social work profession The primary goals of the social work profession are to aid human beings to meet their needs as well as promoting the general well being of human beings. Primarily, the social worker professionals focus on the vulnerable, poor and people suffering from oppression. The social workers play a vital role in promoting the holistic well being of people in society. The day to day activities of the social workers is guided by specific values and ethics, which in turn influence their code of conduct.  The social workers’ actions are guided by six dominant values that influence how they conduct themselves as professional social workers. Service The primary goal of social workers is to aid people in need. Therefore, the value of service requires social workers to utilize their knowledge, skills, and values to assist people in need of help as well as to aid people in solving social problems.  During the school holidays, I have learnt to support the elderly and vulnerable, including children in the society. I have learnt to volunteer…

Do Public Landfills in Sydney Exist? Waste management has always been something many countries have tried to implement. That is why Australia, specifically Sydney is several waste disposal methods. One method that tends to stand out is the use of landfills. Although landfills are not new, people are always inquisitive it. That is why we are going to talk deeply on this matter and address ads many queries as possible. Purpose of Landfills So many people ask what the purpose of a landfill is. Well, before you understand what role a landfill plays you need to know what is. This now brings up the question what is a landfill? A landfill is a site specifically used for the disposal of various waste materials. It is one for the oldest and most common forms of waste disposable that can be traced to the 1940s. I the past waste was just thrown there and left to accumulate in piles. Nowadays nations have taken a step further. These countries are now using landfills for other purposes. Now let us tackle your first question…

Eating Disorders Introduction Opioid denotes a category of drugs, including illegal substances, for instance, heroin, synthetic opioids like pain relievers, and fentanyl. Pain killers and fentanyl are available legally in chemists and are also available through doctors’ prescriptions.  In Tennessee alone, there were 1269 overdose fatalities in 2017, and this indicated 19.3 deaths due to overdose per 100,000 individuals. This rate is far much higher than the national rate of 14.6 deaths per 100,000 people. Specifically, the class of opioids that resulted in numerous mortalities was synthetic opioids, for instance, fentanyl. Fentanyl related deaths had a sharp death increase of 77 deaths recorded in 2012 to 590 deaths recorded in 2017. Heroin deaths also increased from 50 to 311 deaths in the same time frame. Opioid addiction also has a relation with eating disorder (ED) instances. This paper, therefore, examines the connection and cause of eating disorders under opioid addiction. Definition of the topic             In light of Berg et al. (2012), eating disorder is more than food alone. These even include complex mental health circumstances that usually need the…