Abstract
Graduated compression stockings are widely used to prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT), but their use in clinical practice is variable and is usually not as effective as research suggests. This paper discusses the most appropriate nursing intervention to prevent the incidence of deep vein thrombosis among postoperative elderly patients with hip fracture by reviewing three articles consisting of quantitative, qualitative, and systematic research. Using specific criteria to assess each article, the paper determines which article is the most useful.

Outline:
Relevance and Significance
Summary of Evidence
Research Problem
Purpose
The Studies
Qualitative
Quantitative
Systematic
Implications for Practice
Strategies to Change Practice
Appendix A
Appendix B

From the Paper
"The American Nurses Association (2006) conducted a systematic study where the focused research question was: Are graduated compression stockings effective for the prevention of DVT? The criteria were that definite conclusions about effectiveness had to be possible. The criteria were appropriate and clear since samples had to be large and below-knee stockings evaluated. It is not likely any relevant studies were missed since the research was done by the American Nurses Association (2006) to guide practice. The validity was carefully appraised to the extent that all the studies were discarded. The results were not similar. They were divided into two groups: stockings versus no stockings and stockings combined with another preventive measure. It was the difference between studies that caused the problem. "

Tags:compression, stockings

Abstract
This paper explains that Hayes et al. as presented in 'Graduated Compression Stockings: Updating Practice, Improving Compliance' in the 2002 "MedSurg Nursing" used qualitative research based on interviews; however, there was no report of the literature review, research design or description of the participants. The author points out that the article by Sprigg and Gray 'Compression Stockings and the Prevention of Symptomatic Venous Thromboembolism' from a 2004 "Evidence Based Practice Information Sheets for Health Professionals" described a nested observational design but has problems with validity and reliability and therefore cannot be generalizable to all patients. The paper concludes that the best article is the systematic review by the American Nurses Association 'Graduated Compression Stockings: Prevention of Postoperative Venous Thromboembolism is Crucial' in a 2006 "American Journal of Nursing" because the suggestions and recommendations are based directly on the research and are usable.

Table of Contents:
Introduction
Qualitative
Quantitative
Systematic Review
Ratings
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Sprigg and Gray's (2004) study is strong because of its use of confounders such as medications and the effect of other illnesses. The committee was blinded to what patients were wearing stockings. Data were collected three times and consisted of assessing the patient for either adverse or beneficial outcomes. There were no withdrawals but two percent were excluded. The rating would be S (strong). Hayes et al. (2002) supply very little information. The only information is on data collection which was done through interviews."

Tags:criteria, patients, treatment, meta-analysis, recommendations

Abstract
This report analyzes the advantages and disadvantages of compressed work weeks (CWW), with a view to determining if such a system would solve the current problem Core Design has with excessive staff turnover. This report takes a look at the concept, variations, and prevalence of CWW and reviews obstacles and potential employee responses. This paper concludes with recommendations.

Tags:compressed, work, week

Abstract
The paper discusses how growth stocks have long held the imagination of the average investor as well as the institutional investor. The paper explains that growth stocks are simply stocks of companies that produce consistent earnings over time and usually above 12% per annum year after year and so investors of all types have consistently gravitated to such stocks.

From the Paper
"Growth stocks have long held the imagination of the average investor as well as the institutional investor. Growth stocks are simply stocks of companies that produce consistent earnings over time and usually above 12% per annum year after year (Sivy "Dividends" pars.1-2). Investors of all types have consistently gravitated to such stocks because this growth was also expected to produce a similar growth in the value of the stock itself regardless of dividend payout. The strategy is that by investing in growth stocks, the rate of return on investment (ROI) could be maximized over time. This growth stock mania has been framed as: "since the 1960s, one...""

Tags:growth, stocks, dividends

Abstract
The paper states that investors are wary about investing in the stock market and relates that a diverse stock profile and range of economic investments is essential, no matter how well or how poorly the market is doing. The paper states that the prescription in creating a personal finance plan is affected by an investor's risk tolerance, age, and general financial and personal profile. The paper highlights four stocks for the man-in-the-street type investor, pursuing a wise, diversified, and long-term strategy, to watch.

Outline:
Stocks to Watch in 2008
Tata Motors (NYSE: TTM)
Symantec (NASDAQ: SYMC)
Compton Petroleum (NYSE: CMZ)
SYSCO (NYSE: SYY)
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Yes, the name is funny. But this Indian company recently unveiled what may be the most exiting and important innovation in motor vehicles since hybrids. Tata has created a small, fuel-efficient $2,500 car that is the first car ever conceived that is likely to be affordable for the vast majority of the residents of the developing world. The populations of China and India are expanding exponentially, and have more disposable income, and wider distances to travel on their commutes. They wish to become car owners and car drivers, and Tata will satisfy this need without breaking their bank accounts."

Tags:economy, portfolio, stocks, financial

Abstract
This paper examines three major American stock exchanges: the New York Stock Exchange, the American Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq. The paper points out that they collectively represent thousands of publicly traded corporations, mutual funds and other entities, all with different trading prices and market capitalizations. To simplify the complex task of identifying performance trends that can affect the markets and the U.S. economy, a series of indices have been designed to guage market performance. The paper holds that the four most commonly cited indices are the Dow Jones Industrial Average, the Standard & Poor's 500, the New York Stock Exchange Composite, and the Nasdaq 100. The paper concludes that, while each index has its relative strengths and weaknesses, together these indices perform a valuable role in helping both the general public and investment experts make sense of the American stock markets.

Outline:
The Dow Jones
S&P 500
NYSE Composite
Nasdaq 100
Conclusion

From the Paper
"The New York Stock Exchange created the NYSE Composite in the mid-1960s and revamped it in 2003 in what it called an attempt to modernize it and make it more transparent (TSC Staff, 2003). This involved removing mutual funds, trusts and derivatives from the index, which pared down its total membership by about 700. NYSE claimed that, under its old composition, the NYSE Composite was double-counting some companies that were also held in these mutual funds and trusts (TSC Staff, 2003). As part of the changes introduced to the NYSE Composite, NYSE also reset its base value from 500 to 5,000. This type of change has been made before, as the index was founded with only a base value of 50. These changes have arguably not diminished the overall value of the NYSE Composite index. Because NYSE trades many of America's oldest and largest blue-chip companies, it remains the flagship exchange for the American stock markets. Because the NYSE Composite provides a way to measure the overall performance of this important exchange, it will remain a critical stock market index."

Tags:stocks, Nasdaq, Dow, Jones, NYSE

Abstract
The paper discusses how human resource literature argues that stock options provide benefits that motivate employees and increase productivity. The paper explains that stock options imply that workers are now 'part owners' of eBay, and as such, there is an added incentive to work harder for the goals and missions of eBay, and it goes beyond a salary. The paper relates that eBay can also receive capital from employees, even though stock options are offered at a grant price which is lower than the market price for the stocks.

From the Paper
"eBay is an online auction website that acts as a market by bringing buyers and sellers together with the necessary tools for exchanging goods and services via a bidding process ("EBay Company Overview", n.d., para 2). It is a global connection that allows individuals to buy and sell goods and services that range from collectibles, appliances, computers, furniture, equipment, vehicles, and other miscellaneous items - anything can be sold on eBay as long as it is legal and is not a part of the eBay items prohibited section. Many individuals see eBay just as an online auction site, but the overall..."

Tags:ebay, stock, options

Abstract
This extensive paper is a discussion of using contrarian and momentum strategies when predicting the stock market in Taiwan. The paper begins with an introduction to the problem in Chapter One that also contains the hypothesis for the paper, the definition of terms section, and other valuable information. This information provides a basis for the paper and gives rise to the belief that both of these strategies are very important for issues that involve the stock market, especially in developing countries.

A review of the literature follows in Chapter Two where information available about the issue is presented and discussed. At least 50 sources are analyzed in order to receive a complete picture of the issue. In addition to contrarian and momentum strategies, information regarding stock markets and Taiwan in general are also addressed. Chapter Three discusses the methodology for analyzing the literature and determining what decisions can be reached about the validity of the hypothesis.

Chapter Four presents the qualitative findings that have been determined based on the literature review and analysis of the data, and Chapter Five offers conclusions, recommendations, and a summary of information. The study concludes with a look toward the future of the stock market in Taiwan.

Executive Summary
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Statement of the Problem and Hypothesis
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale for the Study
Overview of the Study
Chapter 2 - Review of the Literature
Chapter 3 - Methodology
Chapter 4 - Analysis of the Data
Chapter 5 - Summary, Recommendations, and Conclusion
Summary of the Study Information
Recommendations for the Future
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Some may feel that this type of criminal activity does not occur, but there is a concern that these people may be misinformed about what goes on when the stock market has difficulty. Instead, the belief of many is that stock market problems create the potential for much criminal activity and unethical conduct because many people feel that this type of behavior is the only way that they stand a chance of making back any of the money that they have lost when the stock market performs badly. Various strategies can be used, therefore, to keep the stock market strong, predict where it is headed, and keep the criminal activity to a minimum."

Tags:economics, Taiwan, stock, market, contrarian, strategy, momentum, strategy

Abstract
This paper explains that investors in the stock market keep track of a variety of measures and benchmarks for determining value and for choosing what stock to buy and when to sell. The author notes that investors can gain value not merely from selling their stock but from earning dividends. The paper relates that the traditional fundamental strategy is to think of oneself not as a purchaser of shares of stock, but as a purchaser of companies.

From the Paper
"Investors in the stock market keep track of a variety of measures and benchmarks for determining value and for choosing what stock to buy and when to sell. Investors can gain value not merely from selling their stock but from earning dividends, and this raises the question of what may be the relationship between stock price and dividends paid. Jeremy J. Siegel notes that the price of stock is like any other financial asset in that it "equals the present value of the expected stream of future cash payments to the owner," which themselves are uncertain and are "subject to the earnings of the firm": The uncertainty contrasts sharply with cash payments to bondholders, the value of which is fixed by contractual obligation."

Tags:stock, price, dividends

Abstract
This paper addresses the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of deep vein thrombosis. It provides an overview of the body's two systems of veins and discusses how deep vein thrombosis can occur. The paper also discusses the methods of diagnosis of the disease and then looks at the various ways that it can be treated - both surgically and non-surgically.

Table of Contents:
Abstract
Overview
Symptoms
Diagnosis
Treatment

From the Paper
"In instances of complicated thrombosis, including patients with pulmonary embolus, most often these patients are admitted to an acute care inpatient unit. There they receive an unfractionated IV heparin drip and then are subsequently converted to enoxaparin at a rate of 1 mg/kg, injected subcutaneously, every 12 hours. Eisenson (2007) cites Buller et al. as recommending against the use of an inferior vena cava filter in addition to anticoagulants, for the initial treatment, unless there is a contraindication for or complication of anticoagulant treatment. Or if thromboembolism is recurrent, despite anticoagulation."

Tags:DVT, compression stockings, catheter thrombolysis