Blog #5

The person that is most inspirational to me is Florence Nightingale. She was born in Florence Italy in 1820’s where marriages were arranged. She was supposed to marry when she decided to stand up to her parents and go to nursing school. It was at age 16 when she decided her passion was being a nurse. By age 17 she had pursued her dream and started school. She was remembered as a hero for lowering the death rate in hospitals. She did this by practicing hygiene and sanitation. She would also be recognized for assembling a group of nurses to aid with taking care of sick and dying soldiers during the war. I am inspired by her courage to follow her calling and passion. She was determined to do what she loved doing. She made it possible for all women with dreams of becoming a nurse possible. One of my goals upon completion of a bachelors program is to go back and finish an accelerated nursing program.

Blog #4

 I remember watching the local news one evening and the topic was about Welfare and drug screenings in Texas. I didn’t know what to think or if I even cared. I felt as if it wasn’t my business because I didn’t receive government assistance of any kind. Looking back as I read responses from current postings I would have to say I now have an opinion on the subject. I think women on Welfare should be focused more on raising their children and seeking employment or education rather than smoking pot. Monies spent on pot should be spent on providing a better life for the children especially when mothers are receiving assistance. After all mothers only qualify to receive assistance if they have children. The only alternative to not passing the drug screen would be because of medical reasons and the mom having permission by her physician. I think it’s a great idea to have Welfare recipients screened.

Blog #3

My friend John suffered an ischemic stroke 4 years ago that changed his life tremendously. The doctors told him it was a possibility he would not survive because the stroke was so severe and because of multiple hemorrhages in his brain. He was monitored over night and pulled through. The doctors were amazed; they said no one with a stroke of that magnitude doesn’t survive. Today after the stroke he is left with mental issues that will not allow him to make rational decisions. He does not understand how significant the stroke changed his way of thinking. He tries but don’t realize or understand his decisions are not normal. He becomes angry and aggressive because of frustration when he realizes his decisions made his situation worse than before. He will never be the same person unless by chance he gets another miracle which one day can happen.

Blog #2

Manuela Gonzales is a 71 year old co-worker whom I have known for several years. She started going through menopause since her late 50’s. In the beginning the hot flashes were okay but as years went by they became more aggressive.  They started affecting her activities of daily living and became noticeable. Cold climates didn’t make a difference she still would have hot flashes. The one thing that made her decide it was time to get some medicine was not sleeping well at night. The hot flashes had taken over her sleep habits and kept her from sleeping. Because of that she was not getting enough rest to perform 100% at work. Going through menopause was getting the best of her. She decided to go to the doctor and find out what the best option was for her. She has been taking Premarin for over 15 years and don’t have to worry about sleepless nights anymore. With any other drug she says have side effects but it’s nothing compared to what she’s had to deal with in the past.

Blog #1

The biggest percentage of people in the US suffering with health issues are disadvantage or low income. They are at a greater risk of being unhealthy. Some reasons could be not being able to afford buying healthy foods or not having the mental capability needed to make healthy food choices. Eating healthy can reduce and minimize health problems. With having concerns of food issues there are other necessities at greater risks. Illnesses, living situations (housing, utilities and clothing) as well as transportations (fuel and maintenance) are other concerns these individuals have to deal with. These are issues and concerns encountered by being disadvantage or low income. When any of these problems are not addressed it can cause other stressors which cause health problems. When these needs are not met it can have a negative effect on being healthy.

Personal Biography

        My major at the present is Health Studies. I am hoping to go back for my BSN at a later date. Some of my hobbies are; traveling, shopping, fine dinning, movies and reading interesting books. One of my personal interests in health is exploring new things about the anatomy of a woman's body. As a woman there  are medical issues we deal with on a daily basis. I would like to find out causes, symptoms and preventable measures.
      The one thing that makes me unique is a being a spontaneous individual. I haven't always been this way until recently. I like to make instant decisions based on things that interest me. I recently took a trip to Europe for 12 days. It wasn't planned, I was long overdue for a vacation. I felt as if it was needed. I had a blast and would probably do it again if necessary.