Problem Statement
This is an 18-year-old male college student with a history of childhood asthma who presents with acute onset of nonproductive cough, sore throat, fatigue, myalgias, and headache × 4 days. He reports a sick contact, and has not had annual flu vaccine or COVID booster. Physical examination reveals a temperature of 101°F, tachycardia, erythematous pharynx, and anterior cervical lymphadenopathy, but is negative for adventitious breath sounds and hepatosplenomegaly.
Case: Management Plan
Pharmacologic Care:
- Acetaminophen OTC 325 mg 1-2 tabs PO q 4-6 hours; maximum dose 10 tablets per day pm fever headache myalgias. ,Problem Statement
- Dextromethorphan HBr + guaifenesin 20mg/400 mg 20 mL PO q 4 hrs; maximum dose 6 doses daily pr cough,
Supportive Care:
- Increase fluid intake
- Rest – no class attendance – school note provided for 48 hours
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Patient Education:
- Offered education on the diagnosis and treatments provided,
- Educated patient that oseltamivir is not indicated given timeline since symptom onset,
Follow-Up/Disposition:
- Follow up in the student health center if not improving within 48 hours or headache worsens or if shortness of breath develops
- At future visit, address vaccination status – encourage flu vaccine and COVID booster
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Asceticism may be defined as depriving the body as a sacrifice for the sake of the mind or the spirit. In other words, it could mean abstaining from food (fasting), water, sleep, or even sex and other indulgences in order to find peace or show dedication to your faith. We find examples of asceticism across religions around the world, from fasting to prayer to sacrifice. For your essay this week, read the introductory article on asceticism and the articles on religion to find examples of asceticism (depriving oneself) in at least two regions of the ancient world—one Eastern, one Western—in order to compare their roles in the development of historical civilizations. Consider these two questions: What practical non-religious purpose do these behaviors serve in their historical communities?, Do you see distinct changes around the world or are they essentially the same practice wherever they are found?, You may conduct some additional research to find unique examples to add to your paper.
Your paper must be submitted as a two- to three-page Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, one-inch margins, and at least three sources cited in Chicago/Turabian format.