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                                        Nursing role in caring and educating patients with lymphoma Nurses play a crucial role in providing holistic care to individuals with lymphoma, including assessment, treatment, symptom management, patient education, and emotional support. Nursing assessment is vital for understanding the patient's diagnosis, symptoms, and identifying any physical or emotional needs. They also play a key role in promoting effective breathing patterns and monitoring for side effects of chemotherapy. Managing fatigue is important, with nurses encouraging patients to balance rest and activity, suggesting energy conservation techniques, and prioritizing activities based on energy levels. Regular physical activity can improve energy levels, boost the immune system, and enhance emotional well-being.    In order to provide health education and support for patients with lymphoma, it is important to address the cognitive challenges they may face, such as memory and att

Lymphoma Figures. anatomy of the lymph system  Lymphatic disease is a condition in which there is an abnormality or disruption in the normal structure or function of the lymph or lymphatic vessels. Lymphoma is a common disease of the lymphatic system, accounting for about half of blood cancers each year. The lymphatic system helps remove excess fluids and produce immune cells, with lymph nodes located in various parts of the body such as the neck, armpits, groin, chest, and abdomen. The lymphatic system also includes lymphatic channels that connect thousands of lymph nodes, and lymphatic tissues like tonsils, thymus gland, spleen, and bone marrow. Lymphoma occurs when lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, become abnormal and transform into cancerous cells. These cells can then multiply and form masses in the lymph nodes or other organs, gradually weakening the immune system. Due to the widespread presence of lymph tissue in the body, lymphomas can develop anywhere. There are two mai

                                  Telehealth nursing  Nurses play a vital role in telehealth by developing and implementing programs, overseeing activities, developing protocols, scheduling appointments, obtaining consents, selecting technology, and identifying patients who can benefit from telehealth services. They also manage the program, evaluate results, and strive to enhance and expand it. Furthermore, nurses coordinate telehealth operations, implement encounters according to standards and guidelines, educate providers on the program, assess patients for telehealth services, manage equipment inventory and utilization, and ensure program evaluation. Another key duty of nurses in telehealth is to interact directly with patients and their families as educators and health coaches. They provide education in both real-time and non-real-time settings, help manage medications, explain test results, review patient-uploaded data, and provide guidance on making behavioural changes. The healt

                                   Telehealth nursing The significance of telehealth has been highlighted, particularly during pandemics like the one caused by the Coronavirus. Videoconferencing has been used to care for COVID-19 patients, link them with their families, enable non-COVID-19 patients to get treatment without having to go to healthcare facilities, and protect healthcare workers. Therefore, it is necessary to re-evaluate the current status of nursing in relation to telehealth. It is necessary to accept and adapt to this new approach, preparing nurses to not only supporting telehealth initiatives, but to lead the way in integrating it into healthcare. Nurses as well should strive to improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and implementation of telehealth, which is becoming a crucial method for delivering healthcare services with room for growth. Telenursing, a subset of telehealth, involves using of electronic technologies to provide long-distance healthcare services, patien

         Nursing role in cardiac catheterization The nurse plays a vital role before, during, and after cardiac catheterization procedure. Pre catheterization interventions involve completing assessments, obtaining informed consent, documentation, and adjusting care plans based on patient changes. To provide the best possible outcomes, discharge planning and patient education should be included in the care plan. Addressing the patient's physical, psychological, and social needs are also important. It is critical that the nurse informs the patient and their family about the procedure, risks and benefits, and alleviating anxiety for both the patient and their family. Additionally, reassure the patient that the entire process, which includes preparation before the catheterization and after-care, may take up to 4 hours.  Pre-procedure fasting, and either withholding or decreasing the dosages of scheduled medications (including insulin, antihypertensive drugs, and diuretics) may be nece

      Cardiac catheterization Coronary Artery Diseases (CAD) are a diseases that affect the blood vessels supplying the muscles of the heart. It is caused by the build-up of fatty deposits in the arteries, which can restrict blood flow to the heart. Depending on the severity of this blockage and the characteristics of the plaque, patients may experience chest pain or have no symptoms until a plaque ruptures and causes a blood clot to form. CAD is a leading cause of death globally, highlighting the importance of accurately assessing the extent and impact of the disease on heart function. While there are non-invasive tests available, cardiac catheterization is still considered the most reliable method for diagnosing and treating CAD, as well as other heart conditions like arrhythmias and issues with the cardiac valves.  Cardiac catheterization typically takes between 30 minutes and 1 hour. It is a minimally invasive procedure where a thin tube called a catheter is inserted through blood

 Nursing role in caring and educating patients with cancer  Oncology nurses are involved in all stages of treatment, from diagnosis to end-of-life care. Their responsibilities vary depending on the patient's specific needs, stage of cancer, and treatment. They  provide care for cancer patients in various settings, from the hospital ward to the bone marrow transplant unit, through to the community cancer screening programs. Acting as  a patient’s first line of communication, they coordinate the various aspects of care during cancer treatment. Oncology nurses focus on patient assessment, education, direct patient care, symptom management, collaboration, and supportive care.  Patient assessments: These include assessing patients  experiencing side effects from treatment , reviewing their  medical history, performing  physical exams, evaluating their health practices,  assessing patients pre-, during and post-chemotherapy,  assessing their physical and emotional status,  and understand