Family Intervention Plan: Addressing Truancy, Abuse, and Addiction
Family Intervention Plan
Serious Troubles Identified
- Truancy of minors, Antonio (14) and Ana (9).
- Overload and responsibility placed on Ana, prioritizing household chores over her well-being and education.
- Abuse towards the mother, Maria, and occasionally Antonio, negatively impacting their emotional, social, and intellectual development.
- Maria’s struggle with depression.
- Jose’s alcohol addiction and its associated problems, though potentially less severe after treatment.
Gravity of the Problem and Needs
The
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Common Foodborne Illnesses
| Organism | Common Name of Illness | Onset Time After Ingesting | Signs & Symptoms | Duration | Food Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacillus cereus | B. cereus food poisoning | 10-16 hrs | Abdominal cramps, watery diarrhea, nausea | 24-48 hours | Meats, stews, gravies, vanilla sauce |
| Campylobacter jejuni | Campylobacteriosis | 2-5 days | Diarrhea, cramps, fever, and vomiting; diarrhea may be bloody | 2-10 days | Raw and undercooked poultry, unpasteurized milk, contaminated water |
| Clostridium botulinum | Botulism | 12-72 hours | Vomiting, diarrhea, |
The Impact of Drugs and Alcohol on Your Body
Analgesics (Pills)
Examples:
Tylenol® (acetaminophen), ibuprofen
Function:
Block pain receptors in the brain and nervous system
Benefits:
Reduce pain; help with sleep
Risks:
Can cause liver damage
Steroids (Vial + Syringe)
Examples:
Testosterone, nandrolone
Function:
Mimic hormones produced by the endocrine system
Benefits:
Help correct hormone imbalances; increase muscle mass and blood amounts
Risks:
Can damage the heart and cardiovascular system when overused
Antibiotics (Pills)
Examples:
Penicillin, amoxicillin
Function:
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The Role of Women in A Streetcar Named Desire
Stella Kowalski: The Subservient Woman
Stella exemplifies society’s preconceptions of femininity during the time the text was written. As the dutiful housekeeper and obedient wife, she is a symbol of femininity. From a current perspective, however, she is considered to be a downtrodden and oppressed woman. Her character represents absolute passivity due to her largely domestic and subservient role.
Stella is almost a prisoner in her own home, continuously
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A) Health Care Specific Problems
Care for Immobilized Persons:
This includes people who are normally in bed and need assistance, or those who never leave their homes except in exceptional cases. We must also assess the needs of their caregivers.
Care for the Terminally Ill:
Pay special attention to those suffering from chronic illnesses with no cure and a life expectancy of less than six months. Assess the family, primary caregiver, the emotional burden involved, and the circumstances surrounding the
Read MoreOrganic Chemistry: Ethers and Epoxides – Quiz and Solutions
Question 1: What is the Name of the Following Compound?
Answer Options:
- a. 3-isopropoxy-1-cyclopentene
- b. 3-tert-butoxy-1-cyclopentene
- c. 4-propoxy-1-cyclopentene
- d. 4-isopropoxy-1-cyclopentene
Correct Answer:
d. 4-isopropoxy-1-cyclopentene
Feedback:
The correct name is **4-isopropoxy-1-cyclopentene**. The non-cyclic substituent on the oxygen atom in this ether is an isopropyl group, and it is located at the 4-position of the cyclopentane ring.
Question 2: What is the Name of the Following Compound?
