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Patients are frequently uncomfortable discussing with healthcare professional’s issues that involve the genitalia and rectum; however, gathering an adequate history and properly conducting a physical exam are vital. Examining case studies of genital and rectal abnormalities can help prepare advanced practice nurses to accurately assess patients with problems in these areas.

In this Lab Assignment, you will analyze an Episodic note case study that describes abnormal findings in patients seen in a clinical setting. You will consider what history should be collected from the patients, as well as which physical exams and diagnostic tests should be conducted. You will also formulate a differential diagnosis with several possible conditions.

 

  • Review the Episodic note case study your instructor provides you for this week’s Assignment. Please see the “Course Announcements” section of the classroom for your Episodic note case study.
  • Based on the Episodic note case study:
    • Review this week’s Learning Resources, and consider the insights they provide about the case study. Refer to Chapter 3 of the Sullivan resource to guide you as you complete your Lab Assignment.
    • Search the Walden library or the Internet for evidence-based resources to support your answers to the questions provided.
    • Consider what history would be necessary to collect from the patient in the case study.
    • Consider what physical exams and diagnostic tests would be appropriate to gather more information about the patient’s condition. How would the results be used to make a diagnosis?
    • Identify at least five possible conditions that may be considered in a differential diagnosis for the patient.

Using evidence-based resources from your search, answer the following questions and support your answers using current evidence from the literature.

  • Analyze the subjective portion of the note. List additional information that should be included in the documentation.
  • Analyze the objective portion of the note. List additional information that should be included in the documentation.
  • Is the assessment supported by the subjective and objective information? Why or why not?
  • Would diagnostics be appropriate for this case, and how would the results be used to make a diagnosis?
  • Would you reject/accept the current diagnosis? Why or why not? Identify three possible conditions that may be considered as a differential diagnosis for this patient. Explain your reasoning using at least three different references from current evidence-based literature.
  1. Case Study Assignment This week you will be reviewing another SOAP note and reflecting on the additional information that you would be needing.  This is not in SOAP format, you will use headings for each section, and give me dialogue on what information is missing in each section.  You will provide 5 differentials and reflect on the questions posed for the assignment.  Be sure to support with scholarly references.

Week 10: Special Examinations—Breast, Genital, Prostate, and Rectal GENITALIA ASSESSMENT

Subjective:•

CC: “I have bumps on my bottom that I want to have checked out.”

  • HPI: AB, a 21-year-old WF college student reports to your clinic with external bumps on her genital area. She states the bumps are painless and feel rough. She states she is sexually active and has had more than one partner during the past year. Her initial sexual contact occurred at age 18. She reports no abnormal vaginal discharge. She is unsure how long the bumps have been there but noticed them about a week ago. Her last Pap smear exam was 3 years ago, and no dysplasia was found; the exam results were normal. She reports one sexually transmitted infection (chlamydia) about 2 years ago. She completed the treatment for chlamydia as prescribed.
  • PMH: Asthma•Medications: Symbicort 160/4.5mcg •Allergies: NKDA
  • FH: No hx of breast or cervical cancer, Father hx HTN, Mother hx HTN, GERD
  • Social: Denies tobacco use; occasional etoh, married, 3 children (1 girl, 2 boys)

Objective:•VS: Temp 98.6; BP 120/86; RR 16; P 92; HT 5’10”; WT 169lbs•Heart: RRR, no murmurs•Lungs: CTA, chest wall symmetrical•Genital: Normal female hair pattern distribution; no masses or swelling. Urethral meatus intact without erythema or discharge. Perineum intact. Vaginal mucosa pink and moist with rugae present, pos for firm, round, small, painless ulcer noted on external labia•Abd: soft, normoactive bowel sounds, neg rebound, neg murphy’s, neg McBurney•Diagnostics: HSV specimen obtained

Assessment:•Chancre

PLAN: This section is not required for the assignments in this course (NURS 6512) but will be required for future course

In summary, be sure to follow the rubric for this assignment.  Tell me what is missing in each section…..and would you support or refute the diagnosis.  Support that answer with rationale, and provide differential diagnosis with supported rationale.  Utilize scholarly references to support your rationales.  Remember….if you are doing a focused exam, which is what these case studies are…..be sure to really expand on the body systems that you are concerned about to hone in on your differential diagnosis.  This will help you with your documentation completeness going forward.

Due 10-27

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20-year-old male complains of experiencing intermittent headaches. The headaches diffuse all over the head, but the greatest intensity and pressure occurs above the eyes and spreads through the nose, cheekbones, and jaw.

 

·         your Case Study Assignment should be in the Episodic/Focused SOAP Note format rather than the traditional narrative style format. Refer to Chapter 2 of the Sullivan text and the Episodic/Focused SOAP Template in the Week 5 Learning Resources for guidance. Remember that all Episodic/Focused SOAP notes have specific data included in every patient case.

With regard to the case study you were assigned:

·         Review this week’s Learning Resources, and consider the insights they provide about the case study.

·         Consider what history would be necessary to collect from the patient in the case study you were assigned.

·         Consider what physical exams and diagnostic tests would be appropriate to gather more information about the patient’s condition. How would the results be used to make a diagnosis?

·         Identify at least five possible conditions that may be considered in a differential diagnosis for the patient.

 

Use the Episodic/Focused SOAP Template and create an episodic/focused note about the patient in the case study to which you were assigned using the episodic/focused note template provided in the Week 5 resources. Provide evidence from the literature to support diagnostic tests that would be appropriate for each case. List five different possible conditions for the patient’s differential diagnosis, and justify why you selected each. 

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Respond to your colleagues assigned different case studies than you. Analyze the possible conditions from your colleagues’ differential diagnoses. Determine which of the conditions you would reject and why. Identify the most likely condition, and justify your reasoning.

 

 

SB, 46, Female, Caucasian

CC (chief complaint): Right Ankle Pain

HPI: A 46-year-old Caucasian woman experiences discomfort in both ankles, but her right ankle pain—which is non-radiating—is more concerning. When playing soccer three days ago, she heard a “pop” sound. She claims that while she can support weight, it hurts. The right ankle is described as throbbing and aching 7/10 with persistent pain, while the left ankle only aches and is in 2/10 of discomfort. The patient states the pain is tolerable with intermittent ice and 600 mg of ibuprofen every six hours. She claims the discomfort becomes intolerable if she stays upright for a prolonged period.

Further inquiries for the patient:

Where is the discomfort in the ankle? Can you give your pain a 0–10 rating? Have you made any attempts to lessen the pain? What could possibly make the agony worse? How long have your two ankles been hurting? Have either of your ankles ever been hurt before?

Current Medications:  Daily multivitamin

Ibuprofen 600mg every six hours for ankle pain for the last three days

Allergies:  no allergies to food, drugs, or environmental

PMHx:   Stage 1 hypertension was diagnosed 4 years ago, not using any drugs, well managed with diet and exercise, immunizations current, latest tetanus shot at age 40, flu shot in August 2022.

Surgeries: Hysterectomy at age 21.Social Hx:    S.B. is a history student who enjoys coaching and playing girls’ soccer. She hasn’t had any siblings and has been married for ten years. They have a boy and a girl, ages 27 and 29, respectively. She enjoys going on family hikes, works out three days a week, coaches soccer during the week, and plays soccer with friends and family on the weekends. Denies using smoke or illegal drugs but does enjoy one or two glasses of wine with colleagues on the weekends. She reportedly eats a low-fat diet and was active up until the weekend before she was hurt.

Family History:  

Mother 68-year-old diabetic and HTN

 Father still living with colon cancer at 70.

 Maternal Grandmother passed away from heart failure at the age of 77.

Maternal Grandfather’s death was an MVA at age 65.

paternal grandmother diabetic grandma who is still living at age 88

paternal grandfather 80-year-old stroke

Son, healthy and 27-year-old

Daughter, age 29, is in good health.

ROS:

GENERAL:  There are no weariness, weakness, or weight loss symptoms. Skin denies having a rash or itching.

HEENT:  Eyes:  The patient disputes any head trauma. The patient denies lesions, sores, redness, discomfort, dysphagia, hoarseness, and sore throat in the mouth and throat.

SKIN:  The patient denies having pruritus, urticaria, or rashes. The right lateral ankle is bruised, according to the patient.

CARDIOVASCULAR:  denies feeling pressure, pain, or discomfort in the chest. denies edema and palpitations.

RESPIRATORY:  denies feeling discomfort or pain in the chest. denies having edema or palpitations.

GASTROINTESTINAL:  No vomiting, diarrhea, or anorexia. neither blood nor abdominal pain.

GENITOURINARY:  urination with burning. Pregnancy. Menstrual cycle date, 09/08/2023

NEUROLOGICAL:  No throbbing headache, fainting spells, syncope, ataxia, paralysis, or tingling or numbness in the extremities. No modification to bladder or bowel control.

HEMATOLOGIC:  There is no bruising, bleeding, or anemia.

LYMPHATICS:  There are no swollen nodes. splenectomy has never been an event.

PSYCHIATRIC:  denies depression or anxiety.

ENDOCRINOLOGIC:  No reports of cold, heat, or sweating. not, having polydipsia or polyuria

ALLERGIES: No history of asthma, hives, eczema, or rhinitis.

MUSCULOSKELETAL:  The right ankle is reportedly tight and erythematous. Reduced range of motion and weight bearing; denial of radiating pain from the right foot; denial of symptoms of mild aches in the left foot.

Vitals BP 135/85, heart rate 65, respiration 16, temperature 97.5 oxygen sats 97% on room air

General: alert and oriented x4, sitting on exam table well-dressed cooperative, does not appear to be in acute distress, good posture while sitting, unsteady gait limping on the right foot when ambulating, able to provide history.

Skin: Skin is warm, dry, and intact right ankle positive for erythema swelling tenderness, and stiffness and 3×3.5cm ecchymosis on mid-lateral malleolus area left ankle with mild tenderness no swelling or erythema.

Respiratory: Symmetric; no utilization of auxiliary muscles; all lobes produce CTA sounds.

Cardiovascular: Heart rate and rhythm are regular, S1 and S2 heart sounds are audible, no additional heart sounds are present, distal pulses are bilaterally 2+, edema is noticed at the right ankle, and leg hair distribution is normal.

Musculoskeletal: Asymmetry between the ankle and foot on the right and left. Non-pitting edema and ecchymosis in the mid-lateral malleolus area of the right ankle. Midline of the Achilles tendon. Ankle discomfort on the right lower extremity is rated 7/10. There is tenderness to the touch on the lateral side of the ankle, across the anterior talofibular ligament. Positive for discomfort throughout range of motion, with limitation indicated during dorsiflexion, 5 plantar flexion, and inversion. Skin is undamaged. Weight-bearing on the left ankle with 2/10 minor pain and no erythema or swelling. Moving caused the right ankle’s pain and stiffness to worsen when it was bearing weight. There is no crepitus, deformity, or bony soreness.

Diagnostic results:

Anterior draw test: positive

 Talar tilt test: Anterior talofibular ligament reacted positively to pain.

The screening test for lateral ankle sprain and probable ATFL injuries, the anterior draw test, revealed a positive result in this patient (Gomes et al., 2018). With their knee flexed to counteract the pull of their gastrocnemius and soleus muscles and their foot supported perpendicular to the leg, the patient sits at the end of the bed or lies face down for the ankle drawer test. The examiner grasps around the heel with one hand and stabilizes the tibia from the anterior side with the other while maintaining the ankle joint at 10 to 15° of plantar flexion. The examiner pulls the heel forward while continuing to stabilize the tibia with the other hand after urging the patient to relax their muscles. If the patient expresses pain, the test is positive, and the examiner watches the patient for a reaction. A positive sign is generated by moving the ankle through abduction and adduction while the practitioner listens for a cluck or a pain reaction from the patient in the Talar tilt test, which is also used to assess the calcaneofibular ligament. Both tests must be finished within 24-48 hours for the highest level of accuracy (Gomes et al., 2018).

The Ottawa ankle rule needs to be applied to this patient’s case, and it needs to be analyzed and examined to see if an MRI is necessary. Both the anterior draw test and the talar tilt test returned favorable results for the patient. The Ottawa rule states that a patient can help detect nearly 100% fractures while significantly reducing the number of unnecessary radiographs if they exhibit any of the following symptoms: pain at the base of the fifth metatarsal, tenderness at the posterior edge or tip of the medial or lateral malleolus, inability to bear weight taking four steps either immediately after the injury or in the clinic. (Lynch, 2002).

X-ray: If the patient’s ankle radiograph is normal, the examiner may proceed to further procedures, such as the squeeze test, crossed-leg test, and external rotation test, to grade the sprain and evaluate the tendons and ligaments in the affected extremity.

 A.

 Differential Diagnoses

A more serious injury involving an incomplete ligament tear is an ankle sprain (grade II sprain). Patients have mild joint pain, ecchymosis, swelling, and tenderness. On examination, the patient will show mild to severe joint instability, a limited range of motion, and functional loss. The sufferer is in discomfort as they walk. 2019 (Maughan)

Inflammation of the Achilles tendon is known as Achilles tendonitis. Where the tendon attaches to the calcaneus, this inflammation causes pain and swelling as symptoms. The patient complains of ankle tightness, which makes jogging and walking challenging (Baumann, et al., 2016).  S.B. patients reported soreness and tenderness in the mid-lateral area of the ankle. Feel the back of the ankle to check for Achilles swelling.

A middle-aged or older adult who complains of ankle pain may have calcaneal bursitis. Wearing firm shoes, such as soccer shoes, might result in bursitis by rubbing against the heel where the Achilles tendon inserts. Identify the retrocalcaneal bursa and feel the ankle for tenderness that could be a sign of bursitis to see if this might be the issue (Boggess & Maughan, 2019).

According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (2013), an ankle fracture can affect one or more of the ankle bones, including the tibia, fibula, posterior malleolus, and talus. Symptoms of an ankle fracture include intense pain that worsens quickly, swelling, bruising, soreness, deformity, and the inability to bear weight. Because a fracture might make it difficult to bear weight and may result in an ankle deformity, the patient may hear a popping sound.

Anterior impingement, commonly referred to as a footballer’s ankle, is a disorder that causes pain, swelling, and a reduction in the overall ankle range of motion, primarily affecting dorsiflexion (Vaseenon & Amendola, 2012).

References

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. (2013). Ankle Fractures. Retrieved from https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases–conditions/ankle-fractures-broken-ankle/ 

Baumann, L. C., Dains, J. E., & Scheibel, P. (2016). Advanced health assessment and clinical diagnosis in primary care (5th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Mosby

Boggess, B. R., & Maughan, K. L. (2019). Achilles tendinopathy and tendon rupture.  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/achilles-tendinopathy-and-tendon-rupture? search=Achilles tendon rupture&source=search_result&selectedTitle=1~34&usage_type=default&display _rank=1#H13 

Lynch S. A. (2002). Assessment of the Injured Ankle in the Athlete. Journal of Athletic Training, 37(4), 406–412.

Maughan, K. L. (2019). Ankle sprain. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/anklesprain?search=ankle sprain&sourc e=search_result&selectedTitle=1~38&usage_type=default&display_rank=

Tu, P. (2018). Heel Pain: Diagnosis and Management. https://www.aafp.org/afp/2018/0115/p86.html

Vaseenon, T., & Amendola, A. (2012). Update on anterior ankle impingement. Current reviews in musculoskeletal medicine, 5(2), 145–150. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-012-9117-z

 

 

 

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Episodic/Focused SOAP Note Template

SB, 46, Female, Caucasian

CC (chief complaint): Right Ankle Pain

HPI: A 46-year-old Caucasian woman experiences discomfort in both ankles, but her right ankle pain—which is non-radiating—is more concerning. When playing soccer three days ago, she heard a “pop” sound. She claims that while she can support weight, it hurts. The right ankle is described as throbbing and aching 7/10 with persistent pain, while the left ankle only aches and is in 2/10 of discomfort. The patient states the pain is tolerable with intermittent ice and 600 mg of ibuprofen every six hours. She claims the discomfort becomes intolerable if she stays upright for a prolonged period.

Further inquiries for the patient:

Where is the discomfort in the ankle? Can you give your pain a 0–10 rating? Have you made any attempts to lessen the pain? What could possibly make the agony worse? How long have your two ankles been hurting? Have either of your ankles ever been hurt before?

Current Medications:  Daily multivitamin

Ibuprofen 600mg every six hours for ankle pain for the last three days

Allergies:  no allergies to food, drugs, or environmental

PMHx:   Stage 1 hypertension was diagnosed 4 years ago, not using any drugs, well managed with diet and exercise, immunizations current, latest tetanus shot at age 40, flu shot in August 2022.

Surgeries: Hysterectomy at age 21.Social Hx:    S.B. is a history student who enjoys coaching and playing girls’ soccer. She hasn’t had any siblings and has been married for ten years. They have a boy and a girl, ages 27 and 29, respectively. She enjoys going on family hikes, works out three days a week, coaches soccer during the week, and plays soccer with friends and family on the weekends. Denies using smoke or illegal drugs but does enjoy one or two glasses of wine with colleagues on the weekends. She reportedly eats a low-fat diet and was active up until the weekend before she was hurt.

Family History:  

Mother 68-year-old diabetic and HTN

 Father still living with colon cancer at 70.

 Maternal Grandmother passed away from heart failure at the age of 77.

Maternal Grandfather’s death was an MVA at age 65.

paternal grandmother diabetic grandma who is still living at age 88

paternal grandfather 80-year-old stroke

Son, healthy and 27-year-old

Daughter, age 29, is in good health.

ROS:

GENERAL:  There are no weariness, weakness, or weight loss symptoms. Skin denies having a rash or itching.

HEENT:  Eyes:  The patient disputes any head trauma. The patient denies lesions, sores, redness, discomfort, dysphagia, hoarseness, and sore throat in the mouth and throat.

SKIN:  The patient denies having pruritus, urticaria, or rashes. The right lateral ankle is bruised, according to the patient.

CARDIOVASCULAR:  denies feeling pressure, pain, or discomfort in the chest. denies edema and palpitations.

RESPIRATORY:  denies feeling discomfort or pain in the chest. denies having edema or palpitations.

GASTROINTESTINAL:  No vomiting, diarrhea, or anorexia. neither blood nor abdominal pain.

GENITOURINARY:  urination with burning. Pregnancy. Menstrual cycle date, 09/08/2023

NEUROLOGICAL:  No throbbing headache, fainting spells, syncope, ataxia, paralysis, or tingling or numbness in the extremities. No modification to bladder or bowel control.

HEMATOLOGIC:  There is no bruising, bleeding, or anemia.

LYMPHATICS:  There are no swollen nodes. splenectomy has never been an event.

PSYCHIATRIC:  denies depression or anxiety.

ENDOCRINOLOGIC:  No reports of cold, heat, or sweating. not, having polydipsia or polyuria

ALLERGIES: No history of asthma, hives, eczema, or rhinitis.

MUSCULOSKELETAL:  The right ankle is reportedly tight and erythematous. Reduced range of motion and weight bearing; denial of radiating pain from the right foot; denial of symptoms of mild aches in the left foot.

Vitals BP 135/85, heart rate 65, respiration 16, temperature 97.5 oxygen sats 97% on room air

General: alert and oriented x4, sitting on exam table well-dressed cooperative, does not appear to be in acute distress, good posture while sitting, unsteady gait limping on the right foot when ambulating, able to provide history.

Skin: Skin is warm, dry, and intact right ankle positive for erythema swelling tenderness, and stiffness and 3×3.5cm ecchymosis on mid-lateral malleolus area left ankle with mild tenderness no swelling or erythema.

Respiratory: Symmetric; no utilization of auxiliary muscles; all lobes produce CTA sounds.

Cardiovascular: Heart rate and rhythm are regular, S1 and S2 heart sounds are audible, no additional heart sounds are present, distal pulses are bilaterally 2+, edema is noticed at the right ankle, and leg hair distribution is normal.

Musculoskeletal: Asymmetry between the ankle and foot on the right and left. Non-pitting edema and ecchymosis in the mid-lateral malleolus area of the right ankle. Midline of the Achilles tendon. Ankle discomfort on the right lower extremity is rated 7/10. There is tenderness to the touch on the lateral side of the ankle, across the anterior talofibular ligament. Positive for discomfort throughout range of motion, with limitation indicated during dorsiflexion, 5 plantar flexion, and inversion. Skin is undamaged. Weight-bearing on the left ankle with 2/10 minor pain and no erythema or swelling. Moving caused the right ankle’s pain and stiffness to worsen when it was bearing weight. There is no crepitus, deformity, or bony soreness.

Diagnostic results:

Anterior draw test: positive

 Talar tilt test: Anterior talofibular ligament reacted positively to pain.

The screening test for lateral ankle sprain and probable ATFL injuries, the anterior draw test, revealed a positive result in this patient (Gomes et al., 2018). With their knee flexed to counteract the pull of their gastrocnemius and soleus muscles and their foot supported perpendicular to the leg, the patient sits at the end of the bed or lies face down for the ankle drawer test. The examiner grasps around the heel with one hand and stabilizes the tibia from the anterior side with the other while maintaining the ankle joint at 10 to 15° of plantar flexion. The examiner pulls the heel forward while continuing to stabilize the tibia with the other hand after urging the patient to relax their muscles. If the patient expresses pain, the test is positive, and the examiner watches the patient for a reaction. A positive sign is generated by moving the ankle through abduction and adduction while the practitioner listens for a cluck or a pain reaction from the patient in the Talar tilt test, which is also used to assess the calcaneofibular ligament. Both tests must be finished within 24-48 hours for the highest level of accuracy (Gomes et al., 2018).

The Ottawa ankle rule needs to be applied to this patient’s case, and it needs to be analyzed and examined to see if an MRI is necessary. Both the anterior draw test and the talar tilt test returned favorable results for the patient. The Ottawa rule states that a patient can help detect nearly 100% fractures while significantly reducing the number of unnecessary radiographs if they exhibit any of the following symptoms: pain at the base of the fifth metatarsal, tenderness at the posterior edge or tip of the medial or lateral malleolus, inability to bear weight taking four steps either immediately after the injury or in the clinic. (Lynch, 2002).

X-ray: If the patient’s ankle radiograph is normal, the examiner may proceed to further procedures, such as the squeeze test, crossed-leg test, and external rotation test, to grade the sprain and evaluate the tendons and ligaments in the affected extremity.

 A.

 Differential Diagnoses

A more serious injury involving an incomplete ligament tear is an ankle sprain (grade II sprain). Patients have mild joint pain, ecchymosis, swelling, and tenderness. On examination, the patient will show mild to severe joint instability, a limited range of motion, and functional loss. The sufferer is in discomfort as they walk. 2019 (Maughan)

Inflammation of the Achilles tendon is known as Achilles tendonitis. Where the tendon attaches to the calcaneus, this inflammation causes pain and swelling as symptoms. The patient complains of ankle tightness, which makes jogging and walking challenging (Baumann, et al., 2016).  S.B. patients reported soreness and tenderness in the mid-lateral area of the ankle. Feel the back of the ankle to check for Achilles swelling.

A middle-aged or older adult who complains of ankle pain may have calcaneal bursitis. Wearing firm shoes, such as soccer shoes, might result in bursitis by rubbing against the heel where the Achilles tendon inserts. Identify the retrocalcaneal bursa and feel the ankle for tenderness that could be a sign of bursitis to see if this might be the issue (Boggess & Maughan, 2019).

According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons (2013), an ankle fracture can affect one or more of the ankle bones, including the tibia, fibula, posterior malleolus, and talus. Symptoms of an ankle fracture include intense pain that worsens quickly, swelling, bruising, soreness, deformity, and the inability to bear weight. Because a fracture might make it difficult to bear weight and may result in an ankle deformity, the patient may hear a popping sound.

Anterior impingement, commonly referred to as a footballer’s ankle, is a disorder that causes pain, swelling, and a reduction in the overall ankle range of motion, primarily affecting dorsiflexion (Vaseenon & Amendola, 2012).

References

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons. (2013). Ankle Fractures. Retrieved from https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases–conditions/ankle-fractures-broken-ankle/ 

Baumann, L. C., Dains, J. E., & Scheibel, P. (2016). Advanced health assessment and clinical diagnosis in primary care (5th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Elsevier Mosby

Boggess, B. R., & Maughan, K. L. (2019). Achilles tendinopathy and tendon rupture.  https://www.uptodate.com/contents/achilles-tendinopathy-and-tendon-rupture? search=Achilles tendon rupture&source=search_result&selectedTitle=1~34&usage_type=default&display _rank=1#H13 

Lynch S. A. (2002). Assessment of the Injured Ankle in the Athlete. Journal of Athletic Training, 37(4), 406–412.

Maughan, K. L. (2019). Ankle sprain. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/anklesprain?search=ankle sprain&sourc e=search_result&selectedTitle=1~38&usage_type=default&display_rank=

Tu, P. (2018). Heel Pain: Diagnosis and Management. https://www.aafp.org/afp/2018/0115/p86.html

Vaseenon, T., & Amendola, A. (2012). Update on anterior ankle impingement. Current reviews in musculoskeletal medicine, 5(2), 145–150. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12178-012-9117-z

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Premiums have not been fully “earned” by the insurance company until the policy expires. In theory, the unearned premium reserve represents the amount that the company would owe all its policyholders for coverage not yet provided if one day the company suddenly went out of business or the policyholders cancel coverage. If a policy is canceled before it expires, part of the original premium payment must be returned to the policyholder. Running a business is a bit like navigating the New York City subway system—fast-paced, complex, and requiring a keen understanding of the map. And just like you wouldn’t want to navigate the subway without knowing which train to take, you don’t want to tackle your company’s finances without a firm grasp of insurance premium accounting.

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This process gradually shifts the value from the prepaid insurance asset on your balance sheet to the insurance expense on your income statement. So, in order to protect the financial well-being of your company and uphold your responsibility to policyholders, it is essential that you follow statutory accounting principles. Thus, SAP-prepared books are more useful to insurance regulators than GAAP-prepared accounts and focus primarily on the balance sheet statement. Under SAP, when a property/casualty policy is issued, the unearned premium is equal to the written premium. Some claims, like fire losses, are easily estimated and quickly settled.

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Why Is Accounting Important For Insurance Companies?

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insurance company accounting principles

The table in Note 20 shows actual statutory capital and surplus for the insurer’s general-casualty and life and retirement insurance lines of business compared to the minimum required statutory capital and surplus. The change in the carrying amount of insurance contracts is included in profit or loss or disaggregated between an amount presented in profit or loss and an amount presented in other comprehensive income. Enhance your proficiency in insurance accounting including how to interpret financial statements, so you can better understand the connection between an insurer’s financial statements and its success. The standard setters made limited changes to the accounting and financial reporting guidance in 2020, so industry participants have focused mainly on adopting or preparing to adopt the major standards issued previously by the FASB. As insurers carefully consider the potential impact of COVID-19 on their short- and long-term financial outlooks, they should understand that a longer-term period of social distancing could change how they stay in contact with their clients, prospect for referrals, and serve clients who may be experiencing financial strain. In times of uncertainty and financial stress, it seems increasingly important for the insurance sector and broader financial services Online Accounting industry to maintain connections and be well-positioned to serve clients.

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  • While insurance companies have been facing abounding uncertainty, regulators have been continuing to focus on improving the transparency of insurance companies’ operations to help stakeholders make informed investment choices.
  • The Dallas Times Herald, started in 1888, was the Morning News’ major competitor until Belo purchased it on December 8, 1991, and closed the paper down the next day.
  • Emergency medical services and fire protection in the city are provided by the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department.

Government & Public Services

  • Think of it like your monthly Netflix subscription—you pay a regular fee to enjoy the benefits of the service, in this case, financial protection from various risks.
  • Other publications include the Dallas Weekly and the Elite News, all weekly news publications.
  • While IFRS 17 brings greater transparency, it also presents challenges for insurance companies.
  • Filings prepared using the Statutory Accounting Principles are submitted to individual state regulatory bodies, which check the solvency levels of insurance firms, so that they may ensure all obligations are met by policyholders and contract holders, and any other legal obligations that may arise.
  • Life insurance companies, whose liabilities are longer term commitments, have a greater portion of their investments in residential and commercial mortgages.

The second largest asset category for property/casualty companies, preferred and common stocks, is valued at market price. Life insurance companies generally hold a small percentage of their assets in preferred or common stock. Outsourcing your financial management to experts who handle bookkeeping for insurance agencies ensures that every transaction is recorded accurately, internal controls are rigorously maintained, and compliance is never compromised. This represents the total premiums an insurer commits to collect within a given period.

THIS CANNOT BE LATE (Discussion week 8)

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To prepare:

  • By Day 1 of this week, you will be assigned to one of the following specific case studies for this Discussion. Please see the “Course Announcements” section of the classroom for your assignment from your Instructor.
  • Your Discussion post should be in the Episodic/Focused SOAP Note format rather than the traditional narrative style Discussion posting format. Refer to Chapter 2 of the Sullivan text and the Episodic/Focused SOAP Template in the Week 5 Learning Resources for guidance. Remember that all Episodic/Focused SOAP notes have specific data included in every patient case.
  • Review the following case studies:

Case 1: Back Pain

A 42-year-old male reports pain in his lower back for the past month. The pain sometimes radiates to his left leg. In determining the cause of the back pain, based on your knowledge of anatomy, what nerve roots might be involved? How would you test for each of them? What other symptoms need to be explored? What are your differential diagnoses for acute low back pain? Consider the possible origins using the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) guidelines as a framework. What physical examination will you perform? What special maneuvers will you perform?

 

 

With regard to the case study you were assigned:

  • Review this week’s Learning Resources, and consider the insights they provide about the case study.
  • Consider what history would be necessary to collect from the patient in the case study you were assigned.
  • Consider what physical exams and diagnostic tests would be appropriate to gather more information about the patient’s condition. How would the results be used to make a diagnosis?
  • Identify at least five possible conditions that may be considered in a differential diagnosis for the patient.
  • Note:When you submit your initial post, please include a header as the first line indicating your assigned case study. For example, “Review of Case Study ___.” Fill in the blank with the number of the case study you were assigned.

The American Dating Culture

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Whether you’re looking for a lifestyle lover or just to had fun, dating can be difficult and nuanced. It calls for empty conversation, self-awareness, and compassion. Seeing customs vary across America depending on the region, cultural traditions, and church. These variations create a dynamic dating environment that calls for more clearness and understanding, along with societal changes and changing gender dynamics.

Americans are typically more receptive than ever to dating persons from a variety of backgrounds and life experience. The vast majority of singles claim that they would be open to dating anyone who practices a different religion or is of another race or ethnicity than themselves. Additionally, the majority of Americans are willing to date someone who has a illness or who earns significantly more money than they do.

Nevertheless, there is still much work to be done to dismantle prejudice and bias in the dating world. The majority of American grownups claim that when looking for a deadline, they have encountered some sort of harassment or discrimination https://mail-order-bride.com/blog/top-russian-cities-with-the-best-brides. These experiences have occasionally been serious and tragic. Even worse, some folks have been attacked while out on a time. In other instances, the abuser was a member of the victim’s possess household.

Despite this, dating is still more of a personal decision in the United States than it is in other nations. In actuality, men are more likely to request ladies out on schedules than the other way around. Colonists are also more likely to be open to dating a male who practices another religion or who is disabled. Numerous changes in dating customs have resulted from the# Metoo movement. While some of these adjustments are good, others are bad. For instance, many people have claimed that in the period of physical abuse and wrongdoing, it is more difficult for them to know how to act on dates.

How individuals choose where to go on a second date and who should pay is another significant change in how citizens date in America. If you are fresh to the nation and its dating culture, these queries can be extremely nerve-wracking.

In the us, pubs, coffee shops, and franchises are the most well-liked locations to meet somebody for a first time. Meeting at job or at a friend’s house is also more comfortable for some people. It’s crucial to look someone in the attention while you’re speaking. This demonstrates your interest in them and your attention to detail.

Having a friend or woman can been beneficial for people who are unfamiliar with American dating customs. This friend makes sure you look your best, keeps the conversation going, and helps you meet new people. This word may get common to you if you enjoy the television program How I Met Your Family.

Sober Living In Los Angeles, California

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Dr. Deena is the Chief Clinical Officer of Westwind Recovery®, an award-winning outpatient treatment center in Los Angeles where she oversees the clinical and administrative program and treatment methods. Dr. Deena is a doctor of psychology and licensed clinical social worker since 1993. She has also been featured on many other TV shows, podcasts and has contributed to written publications as well as podcasts.

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Harmony Place offers the entire continuum of addiction treatment, from residential programs to aftercare services. This comprehensive approach ensures that individuals receive the best level of care at each stage of their recovery journey, providing a seamless transition from intensive treatment to gradual independence. Harmony Place has three facilities based in Los Angeles, California, specializing in drug and alcohol addiction rehab. Our centers provide comprehensive treatments to individuals seeking recovery from substance abuse.

Our sober living homes are safe, structured settings where men can rebuild their lives without alcohol and drugs. Haven House Sober Living offers personalized, compassionate care using therapy to support long-term recovery in a safe, supportive environment. https://americanbuilt.us/doing-the-right-way-5/ Our sober living facilities are designed to offer the necessary support, structure, and community to ensure individuals continue their recovery journey with confidence and security. The Nook provides an unmatched recovery home experience, offering clients the support and care necessary to maintain their employment, educational, and familial commitments. Their Los Angeles location takes a more hands-on approach to recovery with tailored one-on-one case management and assistance in setting life goals. The Nook truly understands the importance of stability and balance in the journey to recovery and provides a safe, nurturing environment to continue education and return to the workforce.

An intensive outpatient program (IOP) provides structured support for individuals who live independently rather than at a treatment facility. Participants that reside in a sober living while attending scheduled therapy sessions, group activities, and recovery-focused programs at the treatment center experience the most success. If you or a loved one is seeking comprehensive addiction treatment and accommodation in Southern California, Harmony Place is here.

Taking the Next Step

Some homes are more structural in their approach while others take one that is more emotional. This large house is for clients who have completed their residential treatment program, are ready to change, have been faithful to treatment, and are prepared to achieve long-term sobriety. The Last House creates a brotherhood-like atmosphere that challenges men to grow and develop into their fullest potential. Their structured and disciplined approach prepares residents for the realities of the world outside while maintaining sobriety. Welcome to Luxe Recovery, a groundbreaking treatment center with advanced expertise. Our sober living spaces allow those in recovery to smoothly reintegrate into daily life after receiving the first phase of treatment.

Features of a Luxury Sober Living Facility in Los Angeles

Residents benefit from a living situation that reinforces healthy habits and accountability, which are crucial for sustained recovery. Residents benefit from a living situation reinforcing healthy habits and accountability, which are crucial for sustained recovery. Los Angeles, CA is one of the best locations offering strong recovery programs with availability to top luxury and affordable treatment centers. The amenities and services offered like 12-step meetings, peer support groups and open spaces for outdoor activities. A sober living home is a structured, supportive environment for individuals in recovery from addiction.

Harmony Place’s dedication to quality treatment and its collection of services make us a trusted resource for those seeking recovery in Southern California. Our facility offers the ideal structured environment to relax and let go of their stresses and anxiety so they may reflect on their personal growth and focus on the healing process and recovery from addiction. We understand that every individual’s journey toward recovery is unique, so we offer personalized aftercare plans tailored to each resident’s needs. Our program focuses on holistic healing, incorporating healthy lifestyle habits and spiritual practices to help our residents heal mind, body, and spirit.

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  • Our team of expertly trained professionals is dedicated to providing the necessary support and resources to empower our patients with the confidence and skills required for long-term sobriety.
  • While this may seem like a bit of a turn-off, it does help individuals develop a sense of personal responsibility and discipline.
  • The average price for adult residential treatment is about $7,084, which adjusts to approximately $9,766 when accounting for inflation in 2022.
  • This setting allows clients to use the strategies they learned, discussed, and adopted to stay sober.
  • If you should need detox or inpatient treatment, we will work with you to find a program that best meets your individual needs.

Providing resources to those in a sober living facility should always be the utmost concern of any organization; this helps them have the best chance at a successful recovery journey. Casa Nuevo Vida provides a vast array of resources and amenities for all of our patients because we know just how imperative it is to provide them with an experience that propels them forward. Detailed statistics for CSTL and ORS sober living houses provide insight into demographics and outcomes. CSTL recruited 245 individuals within the first week of entry, predominantly male (77%) and white (72.5%).

Why do people go to California for addiction and mental health treatment?

Luxe Recovery’s facility is supervised and mentored by our dedicated team of professionals who work alongside each individual to prepare them for their transition back to independent living. Here, they will learn new coping strategies to help them with their real-world responsibilities and achieve realistic life goals. At Lucid Recovery, we believe that everyone has the potential for a meaningful life, regardless of their past. We provide our clients with the tools they need to build trust, develop integrity, and learn responsibility so that they can live good, productive lives. Our sober living house is meticulously designed to provide comfort and tranquility, setting the perfect stage for healing and growth.

Our program includes routine drug testing to help residents stay accountable and committed to a sober lifestyle. This structured approach fosters a sense of responsibility, discipline, and long-term recovery success. But it’s not just about the physical comforts; our facilities prioritize safety and serenity, creating an environment conducive to healing and personal growth. Supervised by a dedicated team of professionals, residents can rest assured they’re in a space where their well-being is paramount. We offer a structured environment where individuals can reinforce their commitment to sobriety, hone essential life skills, and learn the tools necessary to face potential relapse triggers.

A Sober Living That Cares About the Outcomes

Individuals who live in a sober living house may be subject to random drug tests and alcohol tests. In some sober homes, residents must attend school, have a job, or attend an outpatient rehab program. Sober Living West offers a 12 step based sober housing program to men who are ready to change their lives and live clean and sober. Our Playa Del Rey based home provides the tools you need to rebuild your life from the ground up in a safe environment where you will be supported every step of the way by people who have been there before. The primary purpose of sober living is to help people in recovery avoid the high chance of relapse immediately after exiting a treatment center. A community of support can grow within sober living arrangements due to the number of people with shared experiences.

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Lowers the Chance of Relapse

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Follow-up rates were high, with 72% at six months, 71% at 12 months, 73% at 18 months, and 89% participating in at least one follow-up interview. State-run community-based correctional facilities also provide critical support. In 2012, https://coingeneratorfree.info/how-to-achieve-maximum-success-with-9/ 527 such facilities housed 51,977 individuals on any given day, including 45,143 males and 6,834 females. These facilities help manage the transition from incarceration to community living, providing a structured environment conducive to recovery.

Ask around and do a visit of the home before commenting to make sure you are comfortable with the environment they are providing. Tough days might come, but with our supportive sober community, you’re never alone. Whether transitioning from a rehab center or another sober living, we’re here to help.

Luxe Recovery encourages individuals to participate in a wide spectrum of activities where they can develop their skills and pursue other passions they enjoy and find rewarding. If you are devoted to your journey to sobriety then even if you haven’t formally received any treatment joining a sober living home is always a good option. While not all sober living homes welcome people without rehab but some of them are open to people who haven’t attended rehab.

Going to a sober living home has proven to be an effective way for many people to reduce relapse and achieve long-term sobriety. When living in active addiction, the only relationship that mattered was the relationship between you and your substance. Through the help of a built-in community, you will be able to establish meaningful relationships and find value in like-minded community. Many good things come with calling a sober living facility in Los Angeles home. You are right by lots of things to do, sandy beaches, yummy restaurants, and plenty of places to walk and get fresh air. Some sober living homes will https://www.iloveearth.us/overwhelmed-by-the-complexity-of-this-may-help-8/ accept full-time students, possibly receiving income from family members or a school loan.

Quote to cash Wikipedia

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An essential stage in the Q2C process is to oversee the legal terms and the nature of the final contract. Contract management integration makes sure that the sales staff develops, negotiates, and conforms with all legal requirements and provisions needed to establish an effective sales contract. It is imperative to centralize all of the sales contracts, monitor their duration in a timely and consistent manner, and keep track of changes to costs, terms, and conditions. Sales contracts enable vendors to take their deals to the next phase by constantly assessing, negotiating, and delivering the best deal that satisfies both the client’s demands and sales objectives. A quote is essentially a formal offer outlining the proposed price and terms for products or services.

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An Overview of the O2C Process

The software modules can also help with individual portions of the processes. For example, after a customer order is received, that purchase and interaction history is automatically updated in the CRM system. And you’ll be well aware of your inventory, thanks to warehouse and supply chain management software. Next, the customer receives the order and an invoice is automatically sent. Quote-to-cash, sometimes abbreviated as QTC or Q2C, is a term for a portion of the sales and payment process.

Order management

This eliminates manual errors and ensures consistent pricing across all sales channels. Once approved, the contract is created, and the subscription is activated, with the system managing billing, invoicing, and any usage tracking automatically. Invoices are sent to the customer, payments are processed, and if necessary, dunning procedures are initiated for failed payments. The telecommunications industry faces unique challenges with complex service bundles, customized pricing, and evolving customer demands. Reliable QTC software helps streamline and standardize the entire process, from initial quote to final payment. Automating key steps also minimizes errors and improves overall operational efficiency.

Payment Delays

It includes journal entries, account reconciliation, consolidation, and financial reporting. Unlike P2P, which is procurement-centric, R2R is finance-centric, aimed at ensuring financial integrity and compliance. In the realm of business operations, the quality of decisions can only be as good as the data upon which Record Keeping for Small Business they’re based.

q2c meaning

For many businesses, contracts are an integral part of the sales process. Contract management involves overseeing contract terms, ensuring compliance, and managing renewals. This includes keeping track of key dates, obligations, and deliverables to maintain strong client relationships and avoid potential legal issues. Revenue management involves recognizing revenue accurately based on accounting principles and contractual terms. This ensures that your financial records bookkeeping are up-to-date and compliant with regulations.

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What is Quote to Cash (Q2C)?

By synchronizing customer data between platforms, businesses can ensure consistency across sales, marketing, and finance departments. Document and proposal management software facilitates collaboration among sales reps, finance teams, and clients by providing a centralized platform for storing and accessing crucial information. quote-to-cash process The use of modern contract management solutions with advanced collaboration features can turn this process into a more manageable, streamlined experience for all parties involved. Choosing the right Q2C software requires careful consideration of your specific needs and budget.

  • At this point, the company needs to analyze and report on data relevant to the QTC process.
  • Salespeople produce service estimates or generate product quotes to present to the client.
  • Think of the quote as the proposal and the sales order as the official agreement.
  • AI-driven insights help businesses stay proactive and responsive to changing market dynamics.
  • Using the analyzed data from the previous step, these insights provide the information needed to improve the quote-to-cash process.
  • Typos, miscalculations, and inconsistencies can lead to inaccurate quotes, invoicing mistakes, and ultimately, dissatisfied customers.

Is order to cash the same as quote to cash?

In today’s digital age, it’s more important than ever for companies to prioritize offering quality products and services to their customers and clients. With so many options available to consumers, businesses that don’t prioritize quality are likely to lose out to their competitors. In this article, we’ll discuss how a digital company can offer quality to their customers and clients and why it’s essential to do so. Following the invoicing stage, the organization must actively manage collections to ensure prompt payment from customers.

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Businesses are making efforts to establish a seamless process that keeps consumers aware and involved throughout the purchasing process. Organizations that employ a Q2C strategy that unifies segregated activities perceive the whole sales cycle as a single path. The integration of different systems allows revenue activities to evaluate and enhance operations while minimizing inefficiencies effectively. Many B2B businesses face complex sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders, lengthy negotiations, and numerous touchpoints.

Contracts are a critical part of the Q2C process, but managing them can be a headache. Inefficient contract management can lead to delays in closing deals and revenue recognition. Implement a system that streamlines contract creation, review, and approval.

How to achieve success in an International Matrimony

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It’s not always simple to marry someone from a diverse culture. Even though the problems and difficulties that arise can be challenging, there are solutions mail order bride online.

It’s critical to comprehend the laws of the nation where you’re getting married and how they relate to your particular circumstance click this link here now. Legal, visa, and economic issues that may arise in global union will be covered in this article.

Legal Concerns

International marriages does read what he said require complicated legal issues and call for specialized guidance. For instance, the process of dissolving a marriage may become very difficult if you marry someone who is from an extremely unique country.

In general, a union is only deemed acceptable in the united states if it abides by its laws and satisfies certain criteria. Polygamous relationships, civil unions, private partnerships that do not meet the definition of matrimony, substitute marriages in which one party was not present for the festival, and matrimony entered into for immigration purposes ( review The Proposal with Sandra Bullock or Greencard with Gerard Depardieu for some superb movies on this subject ) are some of the overseas marriage types that are not accepted in the united states.

It’s crucial to speak with a lawyer who can give you certain guidance on the nations involved and your particular situation. This likely cover topics related to immigration and visa applications. The lawyer is also discuss potential effects of these problems on property tier.

Dilemmas with Visas

Before you get married, it’s crucial that your fiancé is lawfully able to enter the country. This includes making sure all prior spouses have been legally ended, which perhaps call for the filing of standard dying or breakup diplomas. Additionally, you’ll need to demonstrate that your new marriage is legitimate and was n’t entered into solely to obtain U.s. residency ( review Gerard Depardieu’s The Proposal or Greencard for an entertaining look at this con) ).

You can sponsor your spouse to apply for an adjustment of standing to become a lawful permanent resident of the united states if they are already there for labor or visitor reasons. Nonetheless, this approach will keep you and your spouse apart, which can take some time. To ensure that the process is carried out correctly and on schedule, it is crucial to seek assistance. This is especially true if you’re utilizing a union brokerage services to sponsor your visa.

monetary problems

Intricate monetary problems may result from international matrimony. When partners have acquired house under various legal governments in various nations or says, for instance, property law may be difficult. Judges have had difficulty resolving these issues. Some people have adopted a” overall atomicity” strategy, according to which the property law of the website state governs all of an individual couple’s assets regardless of where and when they were acquired.

A choice-of-law section stating which county’s home law they wish to maintain in the event of a divorce can also be included by couples in their marital agreement. Unless they are found to been ambiguous or inconsistent with post common scheme, American judges typically enforce like contracts.

Finally, it’s crucial to exercise caution when dealing with the possibility of scams. By pressuring their unsuspecting families to get married right away and demanding money, some dishonest boyfriends will attempt to seduce them into an international union. If you notice any of these warning symptoms in your relationship, pursue assistance.

Obtaining the Relationship License

Getting married to someone who is from another region has a number of difficulties. It can be challenging to navigate the multiculturalism process, establish citizen, and settle house problems. Couples really seek constitutional counsel and assistance before beginning this quest.

Through a procedure known as “adjustment of rank,” someone who is already in the united states on an American card does convert it to another kind of natural card. This is complicated and necessitates extensive evidence. To find out more about the needs for their particular area, the few may get in touch with the acceptable official or tourist information business.

There is no national register for relationships in the united states, whether they are domestic or foreign. It does, yet, accept relationships that take place in various nations as long as they are enforceable by the legislation of that nation or state. For instance, residency and another requirements must be met before a couple can get married in Turkey. This can sometimes involve getting a notarized petition from the regional government stating they are qualified to get married.