Abstract This paper critiques three dialogues between a nurse and a patient. The paper suggests strategies that can be used by nurses in order to facilitate positive, knowledgeable and informative dialogues with their patients and the patient's family members. The paper suggests that the goal of the dialogue is essentially the same for all patients, that being health and improved well-being and it goes on to analyze how those goals can be achieved.
From the Paper "Analysis of Three Dialogues Introduction Engaging in dialogues with a patient is not a simple matter. Dialogues require knowledge of related theory and continued practice. First of all, all dialogues have a goal which is basically the same for every patient. Overall, the goal is health and the improved well-being of the patient. As Spee (2001, p. 20) states, "Nurses initiate discussions to clarify concerns and wishes from the individual's perspective". Those discussions are directed and facilitated through a number of strategies such as repetition and especially by open-ended questions. "
Abstract Dialogues require knowledge of related theory and continued practice. Dialogues serve a specific purpose. Nurses can use dialogues to initiate discussions and clarify concerns, needs and wishes from the individual perspective. The goal of all dialogues is basically the same for every patient because the overall goal is health and the improved well being of the patient. Those discussions are directed and facilitated through a number of strategies such as repetition and especially by open-ended questions. This paper is intended to demonstrate the author's own use of strategies and progression in the dialogues towards greater competency in nursing.
Abstract This paper explains that the only way that nurses will learn about patients' needs and concerns is to really listen and to communicate well. The author points out that the purpose of the dialogues described in the paper was to identify or express the concerns of a patient with tachycardia, a breast cancer patient and a person with chronic abdominal pain. The paper stresses that the better the nurse's communication skills, the higher will be the quality of care that she or he provides. The author underscores that the most important point learned from these dialogues is the importance of the patient's perspective. The paper suggest that open-ended questions, going with the flow, patients' use of certain words or sentences and attentive listening are essential to a successful patient-nurse dialogue.
From the Paper "I made other errors with Mrs. K, but they became a learning experience for the next two dialogues. For instance, I interrupted Mrs. K at times to respond to her. The most valuable lesson from Dialogue 1 was that we can remain true to the original intent by asking open-ended questions. The whole direction of the communication can be guided with open-ended questions. At the same time, there were blocks to effective communication because I began with a closed question. When Mrs. K stated that she felt she was becoming paralyzed, that statement needs to be explored with a great deal of empathy."
Abstract The Buddhist-Christian dialogue can be regarded as a more than academic and institutional exercise, on account of more than a century of interaction between Buddhists and Christians throughout the once colonized world. Buddhism and Christianity have shared the tendency to make their founders more symbolic indicators of faith and practice. Moreover, as this paper also argues, the Buddhist-Christian dialogue has been aided by several points of convergence, including their shared feature of concentration upon a founder-mystic, in the language of the post-industrial world -- an 'icon' -- in the form of an historical person whose symbolism transcends many levels and inspirations. 14 pgs. 27 f/c. 10b.
Abstract This natural science paper is comprised of three parts. The first part of the paper sets up the basic premise of a dramatic dialogue between Edison and Einstein. The second part is a dramatic dialogue between Edison and Einstein. The final part of the paper is an annotated bibliography.
From the Paper "Thomas Edison (1847-1931) was one of the most prolific and important inventors in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th Century. As a scientist Edison was more interested in designing products that would be useful for the average person. This means that Edison is a believer in technology and does not put a lot of stock in theory. As an inventor Edison is also a business man. "
Abstract This paper explains that, in both the dialogues of "Meno" and "Protagoras," the philosopher Plato argues that 'virtue' cannot be taught, is separate from human institutions and can only be fully accessed by a few. In "Meno" Plato states, rather than as the result of rhetorical practice as instilled by the Sophists, virtue is not a matter of definition, which can be established by logic, but something that must be elicited. The paper relates that ultimately the notion of virtue in "Protagoras" evolves into a less democratic tone, given its devaluation of democratic, free expression in the pursuit of virtue and truth in rhetoric, which would ultimately become the core of Plato's anti-democratic philosophy of kingship.
From the Paper "Protagoras' force in arguing for the importance of individuals to achieve collective decisions concerning how their community is governed makes him sympathetic, since modern Americans tend to hope and accept that all people have the basic skills necessary to take part in political activities. Even when this seems to be manifestly not the case, that all human beings may possess different political beliefs and capacities, democracy tends to hopefully operate along the lines of the fiction that human beings can aspire to intelligent and virtuous citizenship, given that the alternative of even philosophical kingship seems inferior. "
Abstract This paper analyzes the meaning of Plato's dialogues, "The Apology", "Meno", and "Euthyphro" with respect to Plato's beliefs on a variety of issues, as illustrated by Socrates. The issues discussed include piety, learning, the soul, philosophy and others.
From the Paper "The dialectic or question and answer method of arriving at knowledge and learning is used in Plato's dialogues .Sophists philosophers who were paid for their rhetoric existed in Plato's and Socrates' time and relied upon rhetoric. Plato through Socrates vehemently rejects rhetoric as nothing more than opinionated words. In "Gorgias" Plato objects to rhetoric because he believes it offers no real knowledge but only opinions. As Socrates tells Gorgias who puts up a fierce defense of rhetoric as the highest art."
Abstract The paper interprets a dialogue between a Confucian and a Christian. It then goes on to discuss the differences between the religions of Confucianism, Christianity and Buddhism - their history and practice. The author ends with a personal comment about his relationship and feelings toward to the religions he discusses in his paper.
From the Paper "Some Western scholars have delineated the fundamental difference between Christianity and Confucianism in that "Confucianism is very much a religion for the purposes of the Chinese," in other words located in the Chinese sense of social order. (Hoad, 2005) However, Christianity began as a nationalistic tradition, a splinter radical group that broke away from the Pharisees and Sadducees of Israel. Christ's reference to the commandments would make no sense to an audience unfamiliar with the religious tradition of Israel. Also, although Christianity may now exist as a theistic rather than a humanistic religion like Confucianism, that is a religion focused on the relationship between God and humans, rather than human interrelationships, Christ explicitly sets out a code of conduct for individuals to obey, and an ideal to uphold in terms of personal piety that is in relation to others as well as to the Father."
A review of "What Patients Really Want from their Nurses" by R. Messner, "Patient-Centered Teaching from Theory to Practice" by M. Hansen and J. Fisher and "The Patient-Focused Care Journey: Where Patients and Families Guide the Way" by C. Jonas-Simpson.
Abstract This paper discusses three articles that relate to communication and dialogues between nurses and their patients. It analyzes "What Patients Really Want from their Nurses" by R. Messner, "Patient-Centered Teaching from Theory to Practice" by M. Hansen and J. Fisher and "The Patient-Focused Care Journey: Where Patients and Families Guide the Way" by C. Jonas-Simpson. The paper then critiques three dialogues according to the articles and finally presents three example dialogues with a patient.
Table of Contents:
Exploration of the Three Articles
Analysis/Critique of Participation in Dialogue 1
Critical Reflection on Dialogue 2
Critical Reflection on Dialogue 3
Critical Reflection on All Dialogues Example Dialogue Dialogue 2
Dialogue 3
From the Paper " My first concern in the dialogues was to have the patient as the focus of care. Just as important is to focus only on the patient's perspective and on their concerns and needs. For example, in the first dialogue, Mrs. B is confronted with what could be a life or death situation. Even though there is a possibility that the outcome will be tolerable for this patient, her level of anxiety was too intense as to be unbearable at times for her. No matter what the level of concern and need, each patient must be treated as a unique individual and all concerns have to be treated in the same way (Messner, 1993). In the case of Mr. M, I wanted to ensure that patient centered teaching was taking place. Patient-centered teaching makes use of "theoretical principles and strategies that can help you put the patient back at the center and improve education encounters" (Hansen & Fisher, 1998, p. 56). In the case of Mrs. S, while there were no means to relieve her arthritic pain, she was helped immensely by knowing that another person was interested in her and was willing to listen."
Abstract This paper discusses Plato's catalog of dialogues and the Platonic view of poetic interpretation. It describes how Plato seems to give Socrates different views toward poetry in all of his dialogues. The paper puts certain dialogues together and shows that throughout his life within Plato's dialogues, Socrates' differing opinions of poetry are needed to distinguish Socrates' true ideas of the poetry written in his time. The paper discusses five of Plato's dialogues.
From the Paper "When we look over the dialogues that Plato has written involving poetic text we see a pattern in Plato's fears involving poetry and Socrates' ability to decipher meaning from poetic works. Plato does not show many as being able to interpret poetry; in fact, he shows most as being on the opposite end of the spectrum. He shows no confidence in the people of Greece as is se in the Apology, and even feels that those who practice poetry as their profession, both writing and performing, are somehow unable to know exactly what they are writing and speaking about. This poses danger to the people of Greece because the subject matter of the poems is less than just and needs some interpretation to be understood. Plato uses the Lesser Hippias to show what kind of conclusions can be arrived at if one is to under appreciate the care that is need to understand poetry. Plato believes poetry to be so dangerous that he writes a section of the Republic that spells out why it should be banned in the "perfect state.""
Abstract This paper presents, as a case study, a dialogue that represents a meaningful interaction between a nurse and a client. Following the presentation of the dialogue, the paper analyzes and critiques the communication flow between the nurse and the client. It also briefly discusses the importance of effective communication between nurses and clients.
Table of Contents:
Dialogue 1
Analysis/Critique of Participation in Dialogue 1
From the Paper "The dialogue ended with an appropriate compliment about the client's very impressive attitude and approach to life. The final comment from the nurse concerned whether there might be any further issues or concerns to be discussed. That comment, like the beginning of the dialogue, was in the form of an open-ended question. Mrs. B's outlook was remarkable since the basic issue involved the unknown and waiting. As Bournes and Mitchell (2002, p. 59) state, "health is the way people go on and live what is important to them, moment to moment and day to day". By my being present to Mrs. B., I feel that she gained from me; I learned fro her own approach to life."
Abstract In this article, the writer analyzes Plato's work "The Trial and Death of Socrates: Four Dialogues". The writer maintains that the examination uncovered that this work emphasizes the strength of character that Plato possessed. The writer explains that this work discusses the final day of Socrates. The writer then looks at the four dialogues: "Euthyphro", "The Apology", "Crito" and "Phaedo". The writer concludes that whether or not one agreed with his actions is irrelevant to the truth in which he lived; even if one believes that it was a misguided truth.
Outline:
Introduction
"The Trial and Death of Socrates: Four Dialogues"
Conclusion
From the Paper "Also in this dialogue Euthyphro reveals that his father has been accused of murder and Euthyphro believes that his father is guilty and should be punished. Euthyphro's beliefs about his father, causes Socrates to engage in a conversation about piety."
"The Apology dialogue is documentation of the trial of Socrates and the three speeches he made in his own defense. This aspect of the work is often viewed as the most poetic as Socrates actually shocks many of his listeners by honoring the law and standing in his own truth. He did this although many still wanted him to escape the prison and save his own life."
Abstract This paper asserts that the broadcast model of communication, while superficially attractive, contains many disadvantages. The paper then compares the broadcast model of communication with the dialogue model of communication, which privileges privacy and security in inter-personal communications and argues that the dialogue model is superior. The paper also discusses the views of John Peters regarding the dialogue model, as expressed in "An excerpt from Speaking into the Air: A History of the Idea of Communication" and asserts that Peters' repudiation of the dialogic model of communication is ill-founded.
From the Paper "To close briefly, the preceding paper has asserted that Mr. Peters' repudiation of the dialogic model of communication is ill-founded. While far from perfect, the dialogue model of communication is still a model that offers the greatest likelihood of securing privacy and intimacy - and privacy is of paramount concern when seeking to facilitate the exchange of "truth" among parties. Moreover, private letters or correspondences which "go astray" are not automatically useless scraps of paper or information inasmuch as those scraps of paper or information offer the prospect of universally understood signs and symbols - signs and symbols which can be ultimately exploited by unscrupulous third parties. In the end, the dialogue model of communication is a better goal or ideal to motivate the evaluation of communication."
Abstract The purpose of this research is to examine David Hume's treatment of the design argument for the existence of God, contained in Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion. The plan of the research will be to set forth the essential steps of the argument made by Cleanthes, who in the Dialogues is advocating the design argument, and then to discuss various refutations of the argument made by Philo, with a view toward suggesting which line of argument seems stronger, whether within Hume's text or from the point of view of outside critique of that text.
The argument from design for the existence of God that Cleanthes makes derives from the rational human experience of the found universe.
From the Paper "The purpose of this research is to examine David Hume's treatment of the design argument for the existence of God, contained in Dialogues Concerning Natural Religion. The plan of the research will be to set forth the essential steps of the argument made by Cleanthes, who in the Dialogues is advocating the design argument, and then to discuss various refutations of the argument made by Philo, with a view toward suggesting which line of argument seems stronger, whether within Hume's text or from the point of view of outside critique of that text.
The argument from design for the existence of God that Cleanthes makes derives from the rational human experience of the found universe. The steps of the argument may be summarized:
1. The created/found universe demonstrates order and an "curious adapting [elsewhere adjustment] of means to ends ..."
