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(5pp) The history of the organization of unions
has been some of the bloodiest in the United States.
We might say that was the beginning of the
organizational method of unions. Mediation has
come a long way since then, but seem to now exist
within a gray middle zone. This discussion will ...
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A 5 page paper discussing sources
of stress for the nurse practitioner (NP) student in both the academic and professional settings.
The role of NP has stresses unique to the position, and these professional stresses begin while the
future NP is still a student. The NP program involves several hundred hours of direct clinical
experience, where the ...
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This 5 page report
discusses pet therapy programs that generally consist of
volunteers bringing a dog or cat (a shelter animal or their own
pet) to an in-patient facility in order to interact with
residents or patients. National studies have confirmed the
therapeutic effects of animals upon humans, especially those
individuals who are confined due to age or illness. Human-animal
contact encourages ...
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( 10pp). Nursing preventative care involves
reducing the spread of infection in medical
settings through appropriate and through hand
washing, selection of appropriate gloves, and
adherence to safety conditions regarding sharps.
This discussion will examine those techniques and
procedures.
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A 5 page paper which discusses the effects of
dealing with budget cuts and restructuring while still managing day to day operations as a
nurse manager. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 5 page paper which discusses current
techniques employed by nurses in relationship to teaching wellness. Bibliography lists 5
sources.
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This 11 page paper presents the
problem of pain management for the elderly and suggests a strategy of
intervention based on alternative techniques such as massage,
meditation, guided imagery and others. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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(5pp). When Christ sent out the twelve disciples on their first missionary tour, He bade them, "As ye go, preach, saying, the kingdom of heaven is at hand. Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received, freely give." Matthew 10:7, 8. So the New Testament ...
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This 10 page paper looks at a the arguments
presented in a legal brief asking the court to rule on the participation
of nurses in a court ordered euthanasia by depriving the patient of food
and water. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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(5 pp) Sen. Tim Hutchinson (R-Ark.), chairman of
the Subcommittee on Aging of the Health, Education,
Labor and Pensions Committee, said the report,
"2000 National Sample Survey of RNs," -- being
released by the Health and Human Services Health
Resources and Services Administration - confirms
"nursing demands will exceed supply by 20% in year
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A 5 page paper which
presents an examination of conditions which need to be addressed in the field of nurse
management as it involves conflict. Through the examination the paper presents aspects of
the subject which should be addressed in questionnaires in order to better assess and
evaluate the conditions of conflict. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 5 page paper which
reviews the book "Principle Centered Learning" by Stephen R. Covey, and discusses it in a
context which involves nurse management. Bibliography lists 6 additional sources.
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pages in length. This is a topic which those in the nursing
profession would do well to consider. For many cultures,
including those of the Middle East, the crisp white uniforms
found in American hospitals represents death and funerals. It is
for reasons such as this that those in caregiving professions
need to familiarize themselves with the ...
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(5pp). When Christ sent out the twelve disciples
on their first missionary tour, He bade them, "As
ye go, preach, saying, the kingdom of heaven is at
hand. Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the
dead, cast out devils: freely ye have received,
freely give." Matthew 10:7, 8. So the New
Testament has ...
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This 5 page paper provides a concept analysis regarding quality of life. Within the analysis, many examples are given. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A 5 page overview of the diagnosis and intervention required to detect and alleviate cases of abuse involving the fabrication of a non-existent illness or injury in another for the purposes of gaining attention and sympathy for the victim’s caretaker. This paper provides a concise definition of Munchausen by Proxy and descriptions of activities ...
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This 8 page paper takes a look at the concept of patient autonomy. Many examples are provided and the subject is discussed in depth. Annotated bibliography is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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An 8 page research paper that investigates the issue of whether or not to use physical restraints on a patient. The writer offers a literature review on this topic and discusses professional guidelines that indicate when this is appropriate. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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This 10 page report
discusses what an “integrated clinical pathway” is and the
purposes associated with it Simply enough, a clinical pathway is
precisely what the name suggests . . . a path to follow. It
serves as a multi-disciplinary guideline in relationship to the
treatment, prognosis, and outcomes a nursing team might expect to
see regarding a particular patient’s ...
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A 5 page paper that provides a review and analysis of a journal article by Sarah Jo Brown (2001). The article reports the ANA's study linking staffing and patient outcomes. The writer comments on the importance of research. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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This 5
page report discusses the international normalized ratio or INR
and how a nurse educator’s efforts can assure that INR stability
is maintained on a more consistent basis. There are a number of
indications for oral anticoagulation therapy, most having to do
with the use of mechanical devices to maintain a patient’s
cardiac functioning. Therefore, it is essential that it ...
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A 7 page paper. The article reviewed reports a demonstration project that links payment to quality and specifically, to outcomes for the residents. This was a project that began in Minnesota in 1995 and is still going on. It reflects a move from quality assurance to quality improvement and makes a shift to an ...
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This 5 page report discusses how, in school,
it may seem as though "ethics," fall into some clear cut areas,
and we might nod a little to ourselves, thinking we have a rough
handle on the types of moral decisions we might be considering
during our professional lives This author suggests that another
layer of parameters exists concerning elder abuse, ...
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This 20 page
report discusses the state of the nursing home industry in the
United States and the many problems and challenges it has face
and continues to face. Even though Congress restored nearly $3
billion to skilled nursing facilities in 1999, it still wasn’t
enough to keep many of the facilities operating. In general, the
government’s payment system and the ...
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A 5 page paper answering four questions focusing on ethical considerations in clinical research and putting research into practice. The questions include topics of informed consent and the relative worth of some ethics committees’ requirement for comprehensive consent forms. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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An 8 page paper discussing the value and benefits of greater diversity sensitivity in the emergency room. Emergency room personnel must be able to communicate with each other and with patients, of course. Medical instructions and procedures must be well understood among staff members, and it is critical that staff be able to ...
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5 pages in length. The topic of this book evokes a sense of patriarchal control and unmitigated ignorance with regard to the 'science' of medicine and how it has evolved during the past few hundred years. Women's contributions, disregarded and shunned until very recently, have historically been overshadowed by oppressive patriarchal perspectives; by ...
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A 6 page critique of an article by Walton and Molzahan (2002) detailing their qualitative research study into the role of spirituality in the lives of hemodialysis patients. The writer offers a comprehensive summation of their study, along with comments and criticism, concluding that the research team achieved their goals and purposes. Bibliography lists 4 ...
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A 12 page paper discussing effects of chronic pain and proposing a pilot program based on Healing Touch. Chronic pain can interfere with immune function, ability to sleep, ability to eat normally and ability to participate in work or leisure activities. It is defined as that which persists after the individual has suffered ...
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A 5 page paper answering 5 questions addressing development of an already-proposed research project. Questions include what types of research articles have been found in the existing literature; what variables might need to be controlled for; avoiding researcher bias; internal consistency; and defining the difference between random sampling and random assignment. Bibliography lists ...
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of this topic with attention on signs and symptoms of possible abuse. What to look for, the prevalence of elder abuse, and how to deal with possible abuse situations are all discussed.
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A 4 page paper presenting the facts of a patient complaining of symptoms leading to the diagnosis of urinary tract infection, followed by research-based support for the diagnosis and determination to treat with fluoroquinolone. Ten days’ treatment may or may not be excessive for the immediate problem, but choosing that length of time increases ...
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An 8 page discussion of the various implications of antibiotic resistance. Mechanisms of antibiotic resistance are discussed. An emphasis is placed on Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), Extended Spectrum Beta-Lactamase (ESBL), and Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE). Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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A 7 page proposal for a pilot program combining nutritional and activity information for preteens, as well as education in the tools that marketers use to sell nutritionally bankrupt foods to children and their families. There are times that the phrase, “Knowledge is power,” is misused and misleading. This is not one of ...
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An 8 page paper discussing King’s conceptual framework of goal attainment. This model is one in which duties, responsibilities and attitudes can change with current or future needs without destroying the integrity of any component and without disrupting the effective function of the larger system. It is one that can accommodate technological advances, ...
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A 4 page article analysis that critiques a study performed by Aiken, et al (2003). The writer discusses the researchers' organization and presentation of their study, its significance, methodology and data, concluding that this is study was well conducted and significant. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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This 4 page paper provides an overview of a study of a prison population with HIV status. This paper defines a management plan for evaluating this population. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 16 page overview of substance abuse among medical professionals that work in anesthesiology departments. The author provides statistics that illuminate the problem and then suggests measures which should alleviate the problem. Included a one-page letter to a Senator urging him to implement mandatory drug testing for this profession. Bibliography lists 10 ...
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An 8 page sample essay that provides reflection, evaluation and analysis on earning a BSN from the University of Phoenix. The writer offers suggestions on how this experience impacted and benefited the student. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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A 4 page research paper that explores various ethical dilemmas and how application of the ANA Code of Ethics can be used as a guide to professional conduct. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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A 4 page research paper that, first of all, looks at the difference between leadership and management and then broadens the scope of investigation to include the topic of power within this context. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A 3 page research paper that, first of all, examines the oral hygiene protocol at a specific hospital and then offers a brief literature review on this topic before discussing whether or not the protocol is evidence based. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A 12 page overview of the epidemiology, prevention, and treatment of Meningococcal meningitis. This paper emphasizes the importance of a structured approach in combating this potentially catastrophic condition. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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This 10 page paper is written in two parts. The first part considers how mentors can understand and communicate more efficiently with the charges by understanding their level of development and the type of communication they need. The second part of the paper examines the way learning can be facilitated by looking at different learning ...
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A 9 page research paper that investigates this question. The writer first offers a literature review, then discusses sources that address this problem and then offers conclusions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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4 pages in length. The writer briefly discusses CHD secondary clinics for women. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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This 8 page paper uses Gibb’s model of reflective learning to examine the treatment of a mental health patient suffering from depression. The paper has a description of the events, looks at the feelings, evaluation, analysis, conclusion and action plan considering what would be done differently in the future. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
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A 3 page research paper that discusses Hispanic cultural beliefs and how this impacts counseling practice with Spanish-speaking clients in Southern California. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A 3 page research paper that looks briefly at specifically at legal, ethical and personal obstacles before also examining the factors that influence these factors. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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A 7 page paper that first reports the setting-an individual has applied for an APN position in the described physician's office. The first section describes the writer's vision of the most effective use of communication and information technologies in this office. The vision includes scanning all documents into a patient's file, networking all PCs ...
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