The second theory, the Social Judgement theory is largely reliant on a person being persuaded towards an alternative decision. This change of an idea uses the power of careful consideration of the other persons idea and so becomes a judgmental process (Chau, H.F et al., 2014). Social judgement theory can influence decision making because of different factors (William L. Benoit, 1999). The social judgment theory was developed by Sheriff, Sheriff and Nebergall to explain how people could be persuaded
First discovered in 1935 by Stein and Leventhal, polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is a complex endocrine and metabolic disorder that is characterized by menstrual irregularity, subfertility and infertility, clinically obvious hyperadrogenism, and metabolic dysfunction in women (Azziz, 2015). Although the etiology of this complex condition is unclear, the prevalence is about 20-40% in women who have mothers and sisters with PCOS, strongly suggesting a genetic association (Azziz, 2015). B.L. presented
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a heterogenous condition which disturbs endocrine, metabolic and reproductive function, affecting 6-10% of women of reproductive age. Such a disorder can be defined using the Rotterdam criteria of 2003, which states PCOS is present when two of the following three phenotypes is shown: polycystic ovaries, hyperandrogenism and ovulatory dysfunction. However in recent years, PCOS has been found to present several metabolic consequences such as insulin resistance (affecting
When a young girl reaches puberty, her body undergoes many physical changes. Within those visible changes puberty causes young women to need more medical attention. Older age women still endure bodily changes. If they’re any life-threatening issues due to the women’s reproductive system, her physician will most likely help the individual seek someone called a Sonographer. A Sonographer is someone who uses special imaging equipment that directs sound waves into a patient’s body. In a procedure commonly
child, I knew I wanted to become a doctor. At the time, I did not know what kind of doctor although I knew I wanted to work with children. Growing up I thought becoming a Pediatrician was the right fit for me. I later realized that Obstetrician/Gynecology was the way to go. I love kids but I knew the office life alone was not for me. I am a hands-on, high energy type of person who loves to challenge myself so I knew being in the operating room would be the right choice. The ability to bring life
Patient Safety in Obstetrics and Gynecology ABSTRACT: Since publication of the Institute of Medicine's landmark report To Err is Human: Building a Safer Health System, emphasis on patient safety has steadily increased. Obstetrician–gynecologists should continuously incorporate elements of patient safety into their practices and also encourage others to use these practices. ______________________________________ The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is committed to improving
Assessment 1: Young adult gynecology Subjective Data is K.S., a 22-year-old Latin female who came to the clinic for her annual gynecological exam after having an abnormal pap smear October 1, 2015. The patient is a single mother of one who works as a homemaker, has a high school level of education, and lives extended family members such as cousins, aunts, and uncles. She denies a history of alcohol or drug abuse. Her current method of birth control is male condoms on occasion. History of present
The Conway Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) Clinic is located in Conway, Arkansas. It has two locations; one on Conway Regional Medical Center (CRMC) and the other one on College. The clinic is staffed with six physicians; three in the CRMC location, and three in the College location. There is also, one APN and two ultrasound techs who work on both locations. The daily average patients’ visit in the CRMC Clinic is 90-100 patients, and around 80 patients in the College Clinic. The clinic uses cutting
baby is healthy, looks at kidney tissue to see if someone needs a transplant, do an autopsy, diagnosing cancer from surgery. While gynecology is the part of physiology that deals with women and girls especially concerning with the reproductive system. Gynecologist specialize in acute and chronic disease and cancer. Being a woman herself gave her an advantage in gynecology. Her writing makes her different from other doctors of her time because it implies that she was a hands-on learner. Pathology is
are many places of employment for an OB/GYN. Any hospital with a birthing center or birth place would be a good place of employment. As an OB/GYN you usually pick a subspecialty. “There are four recognized subspecialties in the field of obstetrics/gynecology: gynecologic oncology, maternal/fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology and infertility, urogynecology/reconstructive pelvic surgery. You can be board certified in all of these and can be in more than one” (What Is an
Midwives handled most matters of gynecology. Although male doctors had more theoretical knowledge about female genitalia, midwives had more practical knowledge, so most male physicians left gynecology to them. Midwives are most notably known for assisting women in birth. They handled everything from prenatal care to “baby-catching”, or the actual birthing process, to
Tax and health are two major components involved in our daily life. Public needs to be educated with general knowledge and informed with available service of both. Currently, I am a volunteer at Sparrow Hospital (Lansing, MI). In addition, I want to serve local public in a different way(tax) and I am capable to do it, such as , become a member of Taxpayer Advocacy Panel. I have been a medical researcher and teacher for over 20-year. Expertise in organization and computer: My formal training was
When I was younger, I always said that I wanted to be like my grandmother. My grandmother, who is a nationally recognized Cincinnati Enquirer’s Woman of the Year, is a successful Obstetrics Gynecology Registered Nurse. I’ve taken an interest in becoming an Obstetrics Gynecology Physician, also known as an OB GYN solely because of my grandmother’s influence. During the summer, I visit my grandmother in Ohio, and she often takes me to work with her and I get to see just what the job is about. I enjoy
Pro-life activist argue that abortion frequently leaves women suffering psychological and physical damage. This arguments are mostly based on peer-reviewed studies published by several medical journals. For example, they used a peer-reviewed study published in BMC Medicine in 2005 that stated that even after five years of the pregnancy termination, women had higher anxiety scores on the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale. Also, a peer-reviewed study published in 2002 by the Southern Medical Journal
They each focus on a certain area of medicine. The oldest is known as the “Kahun Gynecology Papyrus” it dates back as far as 1825 BCE. As stated by Sameh M. Arab MD, the papyrus “describes methods of diagnosing pregnancy and the sex of the fetus, toothache during pregnancy, diseases of women, as well as feminine drugs, pastes and vaginal
to successfully complete fours of undergraduate education and receive my bachelors degrees in Biology. I also plan on applying to and going to medical school upon receiving my bachelors in Biology. My career goals are to practice obstetrics and gynecology. With much practice and skill I hope to work towards having my own practice in this field, being able to accommodate all types of people. My educational goals relate to the Xavier mission in a multitude of
women with reproductive issues. Therefore research on these two reasons can be exciting. Reproductive Endocrinology is a field of work that requires performance of different procedures and tests, an intensive education, and a demanding daily life. Gynecology is a field of work
I,Malayah Marie Miller(I got my middle name from my grandma) I was born on February 5th 2004, at Bronson Hospital in Battle Creek. I’m 11 years old. I love to dance, and I also love my family. And, this is my life. I am one out of seven kids in my house. With my Mom, Dad, Carl(annoying,crazy, and sometimes funny), Odell(generous, loving, crazy in a good way, plays football for WMI, and also does a funny impression on how girls act), Drew(I don’t see him much but when I do see him he’s nice, and
practicing my experience in the medical field, obtaining internships and jobs with the hospital. After noticing how good I was doing with it, I was inspired to want to work harder and pursue more education to be a doctor specialized in obstetrics and gynecology. With the commitment, compassion, and ambition I carry in my character I will become a good OB GYN doctor. For starters, doctors must be committed. Every day doctors wake up and go to work to save and heal lives. In contraction to a fast food
The patient is a 51-year-old female with a past medical history of uncontrolled diabetes mellitus type II (as evidenced by A1C), hypertension, and morbid obesity to 385 pounds. The patient presented to the ED with right groin pain, fever, chills, altered mental status, and severe hyperglycemia to 648. Upon examination, patient was found to have -- and imaging confirmed -- a necrotizing soft tissue infection of the perineum extending to the groin involving the genitalia and lower abdomen, and was