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Social Determinants of Health for Aboriginals of Canada, 2008.
An analysis of the social determinants of health among the Aboriginal population in Canada.
2,490 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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This paper explains how social determinants of health are linked and identifies the pathways by which they come to influence health. It focuses on Aboriginal people in Canada and how they are more affected by the social determinants of health than any other population in the country. It then discusses policy options to improve the quality of these social determinants of health. Finally, the paper discusses the barriers to implementation of the policy options.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Aboriginal Status
Income
Pathways
Social Exclusion
Gender
Policy Options for Improving Quality of Social Determinants of Health
Barriers to Implementation of Policy Options
Conclusion
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"First Nations people have been exploited and oppressed during their colonization. Their socioeconomic conditions are the worst in Canada and lead to poor health. Policy options to help these people have been devised but, for the most part, their implementation seems very unlikely. What is needed is a major ad radical change in government orientation away from the priorities of globalization. That pressure is based in transnational corporations. The future depends on how well the government can be pressured in the opposite direction."
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Brain Trauma Patients and Their Families, 2008.
This paper provides an analysis of a qualitative research report: "Needs of Family Members of Patients with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury" by
A. E. Bond, C. R. L. Draeger, B. Mandleco, and M. Donnelly.
2,499 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 75.95
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The paper analyzes the study "Needs of Family Members of Patients with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury," which attempts to determine the needs of brain trauma patients and their families who enter neurological ICU in need of more specific care. The paper outlines the study design, the data collection and analysis methods and evaluates the study's strengths and weaknesses. The paper points out that, although the findings from this study are limited, the study does successfully outline the principles needed to formulate a more effective and comprehensive health care experience.
Outline:
Problem
Purpose
Research Question
Study Design
Subjects and Setting
Data Collection Methods
Data Analysis Procedures
Strengths and Limitations
From the Paper
"The study, "Needs of Family Members of Patients with Severe Traumatic Brain Injury," addresses to determine the needs of brain trauma patients who enter neurological ICU in need of more specific care. Traumatic brain surgery occurs in 500,000 persons each year in the United States; approximately 50,000 of these die before reaching the hospital (Bond, Draeger, Mandelco & Donnelly, 2003, p. 63)."
"According to the study, brain trauma patients normally are admitted to ICU for observation. However, 10% of those patients admitted, require immediate care, usually involving surgery or relieving pressure on the brain."
"Due to the nature of severe brain trauma, the ability for families to cope with the concept of this ailment becomes significantly more difficult. As unpredictable brain trauma injuries can be, it is even more important for medical staff to be aware of all the needs for the families and patients."
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Nursing Education, 2007.
This paper discuses the professional development of nurses through the inclusion of research activities in their education at the baccalaureate level.
1,220 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that present day nursing practices guided by research-based evidence are replacing the old paradigm of anecdotal experience handed down from mentor to student. The author points out that the inquisitiveness, critical thinking and methods required for evaluating and creating research are critical to upholding the standard of nursing care. The paper stresses that the readiness to accept and appreciate evidence-based practice, as well as ascertain obstacles to its practice, are important issues that need to be addressed by the nursing professional both individually and as part of a group or unit.
Table of Contents:
Review of Literature
Strategies for Implementation
Conclusion
From the Paper
"A nurse should be able to assimilate the vast amount of literature available to her, but also be able to screen out irrelevant ones and "fit" useful ones to her patients' individual needs in a systematic manner. This is best exemplified in evidence-based practice. Evidence-based practice by nurses is the process of arriving at clinically relevant research questions, attempting to gather evidence that answers these questions, determining the applicability of evidence in practice by determining its benefits, risks, cost-effectiveness, etc. and putting the answers to practice."
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Aboriginal Status and Health, 2008.
This paper explores four social determinants of health that affect the Aboriginal population of Canada.
2,425 words (approx. 9.7 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 74.95
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The paper examines Aboriginal status, income, gender and social exclusion as social determinants of health that affect the Aboriginal population. The paper shows how these social determinants of health interact to ensure that the Aboriginal communities have the very worst social and economic conditions in Canada, as well as few resources. The paper outlines policy options to improve the quality of these social determinants of health and discusses the barriers to implementation of these policies.
Outline:
Introduction
Aboriginal Status
Income
Pathways
Social Exclusion
Gender
Policy Options for Improvement
Barriers to Implementation of Policy Options
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Aboriginal peoples live in physical, socioeconomic, and psycho-social environments which determine that they will not live healthy lifestyles and will have very poor health status. Aboriginal status refers to how Aboriginal people are classified under the Indian Act. The term 'status Indian' has a special legal meaning and involves "certain privileges to be compensated for having relinquished certain land rights" (Raphael, 2004, p. 267). As a result of colonization, Aboriginal peoples have lost land, cultural heritage, religion, and language, but mainly they have lost their autonomy. The consequences are observed in the poor physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and cultural health of these people. The nature of the socioeconomic environment ensues that the health status of these people will be poor."
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Adolescent Smoking, 2008.
This paper is a literature review of research studies to determine if adolescents' personal conceptions of smoking or addiction deter or encourage them to smoke.
2,200 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This paper relates that this literature review about adolescent smoking indicates the complex socio-cultural context in which personal conceptions arise. The author points out that, among the numerous variables affecting these conceptions are race, ethnicity, socio-cultural expectations, gender, peer group and nicotine. The paper summarizes that this literature review reveals that adolescents' conceptions both deter and encourage smoking. The author reports that all the researchers use quantitative methodologies and interpretive paradigms; however, a major limitation, which is common for all these studies, is that they are based on self-reports.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Studies
Discussion
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Rasmussen-Cruz, Martin & Nuno-Gutierrez's (2006) purpose was to explore tobacco consumption and motives for use among university students. The research question was: why do university health sciences students who are informed about tobacco risks consume tobacco? The design was a basic quantitative descriptive cross-sectional study. The method was an online survey of 282 students, aged 15 to 24. The authors used an interpretive paradigm. The results were that conceptions involved motives such as coping with emotional problems, reported by 76 percent."
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Parse's Human Becoming Theory, 2008.
A case study presentation and examination of the theoretical framework of Parse's human becoming theory.
1,220 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses Parse's theory of human becoming and how it represents an alternative knowledge base to guide nursing practice. It presents a case study in order to illustrate how Parse's theory provides structure. It demonstrates how the pivotal concepts in Parse's theory is the person as expert for his or her life and the significance of client choice. The paper shows how Parse's theory has been used as the theoretical framework that has guided the writer's own practice.
From the Paper
"Parse's human becoming theory enabled me to understand that Amy was the expert in her life and the expert in her care. The structure which Parse provided facilitated my working with Amy along a direction that correlated with her needs. As a result of that client- and family-centered perspective, we were able to develop a strong trusting relationship. She was aware that she was valued as a human being and that her point of view was at the core. She therefore was able to request assistance without feeling intimidated my professional expertise and profession. This is because in human becoming theory, the nurse never situates herself as expert (Kelly, 1999). As a result of using Parse's theoretical framework, I have acquired an enhanced understanding of what being a nurse means."
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Psychology of Health and Disease, 2008.
This paper discusses the psychology of health and disease through the study of the health profile of a female.
2,000 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the case of Mary, a female of Aboriginal descent, who is 29 years of age and in generally good physical condition. The writer notes that Mary does have some problems with her weight, which is often in considerable flux, and is concerned about diabetes. In addition, the writer points out that Mary also possesses an inherited genetic disability that runs in her family. This paper approaches the health profile of Mary from a multidimensional perspective. The writer concludes that Mary's health profile reveals not only the importance of a multi-dimensional bio-psychosocial approach to health, but also the extraordinary degree to which psychological, biological and social factors overlap each other as primary determinants of her state of health as revealed in the health profile.
Outline:
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Conclusion
Appendix
From the Paper
"Eating and weight are issues of prominent concern in Mary's life. These concerns are associated with her concern about diabetes given her Aboriginal heritage, as noted above. However, they are also connected to family history concerns as well as personal body image problems in youth. She recognizes this is a socialized model of beauty as being equated with extreme thinness that she has inherited from society. Nonetheless, however, Mary is committed to weight reduction through dieting and exercise. It must be noted, however, that her weight has often been in flux due to her admitted habit of "binge eating" on occasion to cope with severe stress or depression."
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Watson's Theories, 2008.
A letter to a nursing student discussing J. Watson's theories in relation to a specific case study example.
1,086 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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This paper is written in the form of a letter to a second year nursing student. The letter aims to demonstrate how reflective practice can be greatly deepened and expanded by using different concepts by the same theorist. The paper focuses on J. Watson's development of a helping-trust relationship and her promotion of interpersonal teaching-learning. It also discusses the concept of the client's choice. The paper uses a case study as an example and it presents this case in an appendix at the end of the paper. It also provides some source material.
From the Paper
"The transpersonal caring relationship has a specific goal which is the preservation and maximization of the patient's dignity and inner harmony. I achieved this goal with Mr. C by focusing on his progress and reminded him that he had returned to the hospital of his own accord. I also reminded him that he had taken action at the appropriate time before serious problems developed with his diabetes. I also informed him that even though his choices were not always the most appropriate ones, he still had made his own attempts at coping but without the needed information from health teaching. Both nurse and patient learn and are transformed through the transpersonal care relationship. I had learned to focus on caring not merely as separate skills such as clinical competence or empathy but in terms of cherishing, appreciation, and providing special attention. These attributes are summarized in Watson's concept of clinical caritas (Alligood & Tomey, 2006)."
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Dole Fruit - Winter Advertising Campaign, 2006.
An examination of Dole Fruit's winter marketing campaign.
1,641 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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This paper examines the Dole Fruit ad campaign set to target a group of consumers whose lives are busy and whose lifestyles do not allow them to make the wisest nutritional choices possible. The paper explains that Dole wants to encourage their consumers to trust and take advantage of the added nutritional values that the Dole products have and the affordability they offer.The writer explains the SWOT analysis and discusses the company's objective (as set in the SWOT analysis) - to remind the consumer that Dole offers a superior product at a very competitive price. The writer also discusses the costs involved in the marketing plan and explains that the budget must be approved before final approval of the campaign can be made.
Outline:
Objectives
SWOT
Target Market
Campaign Message
Tracking, Feedback and Control
Effective Feed Back Mechanism
Campaign Distribution
Feedback Mechanism
Costs
From the Paper
"The advertising campaign should be set for the winter months starting in November and set to run approximately 3 to 4 months. Also the target groups of this campaign are those who wish to maintain the nutritional benefits and benefit from cost savings. They are concerned with trying to maintain healthy diets and offer this same to their families (i.e. children, spouses, parents, and friends)."
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The Placebo Effect, 2008.
A comparison and contrasting of three articles focusing on the issue of the placebo effect in neurological patients.
1,524 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper compares the two articles "Donepezil in Patients with Severe Alzheimer's Disease" by Winblad et al. and "A Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study of Controlled Release Fluvoxamine for the Treatment of Generalized Social Anxiety Disorder" by H. Westenberg, D. Stein, H. Yang, D. Li and L. Barbato. It then contrasts these two papers with "The Placebo Effect in Neurological Disorders" by R. Fuentes-Fernandez, M. Schulzer and A.J. Stoessel. It focuses on the issue of the placebo effect and, more generally, on the question of biases and addressing them in the experimental method in three different research papers.
From the Paper
"In conclusion, although a comparison of Westenberg et al. (2004) with Winblad et al. (2006) appeared to yield a number of similarities in terms of research design, subject matter (neurological states) and the strategies employed to address issues of biases and the placebo effect, nonetheless one key difference - the role of the funding source in influencing the sample selection and the results - distinguished the two. On the other hand, in contrasting Westenberg et al (2004) with Fuentes-Fernandez et al. (2002) we have seen how the former is an experimental study while the latter is a literature review. Despite this fundamental dissimilarity, however, there are interesting points of convergence between both works that merits comparative analysis."
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American Sign Language (ASL), 2007.
This paper discuses American Sign Language (ASL) and its contribution to the understanding of the development of language.
945 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 33.95
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This paper explains that American Sign Language (ASL) involves home signs that resemble the objects, which they are meant to indicate. The author points out that, like any other language, ASL has its abbreviations, slang and contractions, often used by omitting full signs when fluent persons are conversing, especially in groups of persons known to one another. The paper stresses that ASL is a dynamic, evolving language that responds to cultural and environmental changes. The author underscores that the inventors of the prime ASL symbols and gestures could not imagine the impact of the Internet or various technology-assisted devices now available to persons who cannot hear or speak as others do.
From the Paper
"ASL includes symbols and actions that are just as arbitrary as spoken language. When consulting a person fluent in ASL, she noted that with many people having become fluent in the language over time and with the particular ways in which ASL was taught, some 'shortcuts' or abbreviations had become usual, understood by deaf persons with whom she spoke or when observing third persons communicate in ASL who were not deaf. Some symbols refer obviously to the objects or actions they represent but others are just customary, ... "
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Major Depressive Disorder, 2008.
An analysis of the history, treatment and ramifications of major depressive disorder.
2,857 words (approx. 11.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 84.95
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This paper discusses major depressive disorder. It describes the history of the disorder, the diagnostic features and symptoms common with it and the prevalence of the disorder. It then presents a differential diagnosis and discusses how the disorder changes depending on factors that are specific to the individual. The paper also looks at the affect of culture and gender on major depressive disorder. Finally, the paper discusses treatment options and the ramifications of the disorder for the individual.
Table of Contents:
History
Diagnostic Features
Prevalence of the Disorder
Differential Diagnosis
Course of the Disorder
Specific Cultural and Gender Feature Issues
Treatments
Psychosocial Ramifications of the Disorder
Conclusions
From the Paper
"The causes of major depressive disorder may be due to heredity, social and emotional factors, specific life events and neurotransmitter issues. Although major depressive disorder can occur at any age, it is most commonly found in people over the age of 20 and the symptoms are specific to the individual. In general, however, the symptoms indicate that the person will develop a separation from normal functioning and a distance from the pleasure that is derived from living. The extent of the disorder can be from mild to severe and the patient may exhibit periods of remission, followed by recurrences of the disorder (Field, Hayes, Johnson, McCabe, and Schneidermen, 2000, p. 69)."
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Simulated Clinical Experiences, 2008.
A critical analysis of "Computerized Patient Model and Simulated Clinical Experiences: Evaluation with Baccalaureate Nursing Students," written by C.E. Feingold, M. Calaluce and M.A. Kallen.
1,152 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 39.95
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This paper reviews the article "Computerized Patient Model and Simulated Clinical Experiences: Evaluation with Baccalaureate Nursing Students," written by C.E. Feingold, M. Calaluce and M.A. Kallen. The paper begins by discussing the purpose for the research and then reviews the research design and literature. It concludes with a look at the recommendations by the authors and a discussion of the implications of the study.
Table of Contents:
Problem and Purpose
Literature Review
Study Framework
Research Questions/Hypothesis
Study Variables
Study Design
Population, Sample and Setting
Method of Measurement
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Interpretation of Findings
Conclusions
Recommendations
Implications for Practice
Qualification of the Researchers
Significance of Study
From the Paper
"As mentioned above, the significance of this study is in the fact that simulated clinical situations with the use of technology, while still being improved, is progressing towards a more realistic experience in the setting of timely faculty guidance and a safe environment within which to acquire fundamental clinical skills. It is also significant in that it provides insight into the disparity between faculty, student and student subset perspectives regarding the value of these simulations, aspects which need to be explored further in future research."
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Aging, 2007.
An analysis of the subject of aging as it relates to physical health, life events, memory, intelligence and creativity, and personality.
1,855 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 59.95
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This paper discusses the effects of aging. Using an interview previously conducted with a female senior citizen as a raw data source, this paper draws on these real-life experiences to illustrate scholarly research findings and theories with respect to the five key areas of human health and aging: physical health, life events, memory, intelligence and creativity, and personality. The writer points out that there are a range of factors associated with health and well-being among older individuals, however the writer shows that there is no clear association between aging and illness.
Outline:
Introduction
Physical Health
Life Events
Memory
Intelligence and Creativity
Personality
Conclusion
From the Paper
"While it may seem obvious that people's physical health declines with age, from a scholarly perspective there is considerable debate over how and why these physical changes occur. While the peak of health for most people lies in young adulthood, in general physical ailments increase with age and older people are more dependent for their physical health and well-being upon the medical system. The nursing sector is particularly engaged in care for the elderly."
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Asthma Intervention in Children, 2008.
An overview of asthma and different types of interventions that can be used with children.
1,724 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood. This paper briefly discusses the causes and symptoms of asthma, and then examines different types of interventions that can be used with children who have asthma. It also looks at how interventions have a wide range from the very effective actions that parents can take with their children to the most complex type of nursing intervention.
From the Paper
"Asthma is a chronic disease which affects the airways. When children have asthma, the inside walls of their airways are inflamed. The inflammation causes the airways to become very sensitive, and is produced by allergy, viral respiratory infections, and airborne irritants, among other causes (American Lung Association, 2006). As the airways react, they become narrower, so that air flow to the lung tissue is restricted. This restriction produces symptoms such as wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, as well as problems with breathing, especially at night and in the early morning. "
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