ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

The problems in our health care system were not addressed legislatively, and they still exist despite many state and private sector attempts to control costs while increasing access. The public was seldom exposed to widespread discussion of the complex and interrelated problems in the current health care system, and consequently did not understand the need for reform, the various strategies being proposed, or the language of reform. It was easy for special interest groups to scare an untrusting public into believing that the status quo was safer than change.Despite the massive U.S. spending on health care, the population's health status does not appear to justify the investment. Prevention may be the single most effective long-term cost containment strategy available.Nurses can play a vital role in shaping health policy by engaging and educating the public, and helping to educate state and federal legislators.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

For many years NPs have worked to change the state regulations that restricted their ability to prescribe medications. Now, as the majority of states have removed sanctions against NP prescribing, attention is needed to monitor the implementation of the regulatory changes. Findings from this study indicate that some employers continue arbitrary practice restrictions on NP prescribing even after legislative reforms.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

摘要:

Advances in neuroimaging have permitted knowledge of brain structures and physiology that were unknown 20 years ago and are playing an increasingly important role in the diagnosis of dementia. This article provides information on the types of brain scans, usual indications, risks, costs, and preparation of patients undergoing neuroimaging for the diagnosis of dementia. Each of the major imaging modalities is discussed from the perspective of what it uniquely offers to the diagnostic process. In general, the information gained from anatomic imaging complements that obtained from functional studies. In early stages of dementia, anatomic scans may appear normal while significant abnormalities are evident in functional images. This review familiarizes clinicians with these major developments to prepare them to educate and communicate with patients and their families.

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID

ISSN:0361-1817    

出版商:OVID    

年代:1995

数据来源: OVID