Your neighbor, Billy, is a patient at the physician’s office where you work. He was recently in the office and treated by one of the physicians. You were not involved in Billy’s treatment or documentation, but you were interested in why he had an appointment at the office. You accessed his medical record and read his SOAP Note. You were surprised by what you read, and when you got home that night, you told another neighbor about Billy’s condition. Did your access of Billy’s patient record violate HIPAA? Why or why not?

Describe the effects and potential risks associated with pica. include lead poisoning in the discussion.

Anurse is caring for a client who is receiving iv amphotericin b. which of the following findings should the nurse identify as an acute infusion reaction? a. dry cough b. fever c. hyperglycemia d. pedal edema

Mrs. h, age 42 years, is experiencing severe rheumatoid arthritis in her wrists, fingers, and knees. the joints are quite inflamed, red, and swollen. she is sitting rigidly in a chair and refuses to put on a sweater, even though she is shivering, or let anyone touch her arms. she has been prescribed an analgesic and an anti-inflammatory drug, but her dose is not due for another hour. she is feeling nauseated, so she has not eaten for the past 8 hours. based on patient history and the signs and symptoms, discuss how the effects of pain are exacerbating her condition.