What are three advantages of digital x-rays over film x-rays? a. they are faster. b. they produce a three-dimensional image. c. they use a lower amount of radiation. d. they are less expensive.

The purpose of this assignment is for you to become familiar with the components of medical charts in order to understand how they are used in providing good health care. download and complete this medical chart template for a patient who has alcohol poisoning. the patient demographics and chief complaint have been provided. invent the details for any components which do not require specific/accurate facts. include all the components of a medical chart. use accurate information for the symptoms the patient would be experiencing. use references; remember to use apa format and cite your information. medical chart: name nick morris age 17 gender m date chief complaint: medical history: habits (tobacco, alcohol): family history: surgical history: medications: allergies : physical exam: discussion questions: how does a medical chart diagnosis and treatment? how might incomplete information on a medical chart cause a misdiagnosis of the problem or condition or delay treatment that could be life-saving? in nick's case, his friends could provide information on what he had been doing prior to his visit to the emergency room. what if nick's friends could not provide complete information? how would this affect his care?

The average american baby will blank their birthweight by the time they turn one year-old

You are assessing an 86-year-old postoperative patient who has an unexpressive, stoic demeanor. when you enter the room, the patient is curled into the fetal position and your assessment reveals that his vital signs are elevated and he is diaphoretic. you ask the patient what his pain level is on a 0-to-10 scale that you explained to the patient prior to surgery. the patient indicates a pain level of “three or so.” you review your pain-management orders and find that all medications are ordered prn. how would you treat this patient's pain?