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Content Analysis of Childhood Obesity, 2008.
This essay analyzes the problem of childhood obesity and includes a working definition of childhood obesity, a look at its causes and effects, and suggestions for solving the problem.
785 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 27.95
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This essay focuses on the problem of childhood obesity and is based on a systems analysis approach to the problem. The author first defines the key terms that are involved in the problem of childhood obesity, and then determines how the problem as a whole can be dealt with. The author concludes that child obesity is a significant problem in modern society fortified by mass media, but that there must be more active familial responsibility in order to correct childhood obesity.
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"Although this is a systems analysis, the role of cause and effect cannot be overlooked. The problem of childhood obesity cannot be solved without looking at what might cause this problem. What are some of these causes? Many experts who study nutrition and diet have concluded that a big cause is today's culture. First, people want things quickly and done easily, as their time seems to be limited. As a result of this cause, parents give their children too much "fast food" and other types of prepackaged and prepared foods that are often highly unhealthy and filled with fats and cholesterol. The second cause is today's high-tech media, which gives many people, including children, a very "sedentary" or nonactive life style."
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Ontario Air Pollution, 2008.
A study on the economic impact of air pollution on Ontario.
1,410 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper states that there is no doubt that air pollution has an adverse impact on Ontario's economy with the most marked effect being on health care and lost time from work stemming from air pollution caused illness for both the ill person and the caregivers. The author points out that air pollution puts an added demand on Ontario's health care providers, which are already overburdened. The paper relates that the consequence is that the Ontarian taxpayer is paying more tax dollars to support this growing health care problem. The author also explores potential solutions to the problem.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Background and the Problem
Economics of Air Pollution
Potential Solutions and Conclusion
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"The Suzuki Foundation cites thee areas in which the government could have an impact on reducing air pollution: Tax shifting by taxing air polluters extra and adopting tax breaks for environmentally friendly practices; eliminating perverse subsidies as described above; and increasing investment in the environment to drive down the cost of energy renewable resources such as solar and wind power.
"However, our research shows that governmental intervention by the Canadians or Ontarians cannot solely solve the problem."
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Alcohol-Induced Blackouts among University Students, 2008.
A look at the alcohol consumption habits in university and college students.
1,039 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses alcohol consumption in universities and colleges, describing it as being the drug of choice for university and college students. The author includes various studies carried out on this sample population and examples of strict rules and regulations that have been introduced as a result of the findings.
Outline:
Introduction
Reasons for Standards Regarding Excessive Consumption of Alcohol in University Settings
Impact of Such Behaviors on University Community
What Can Be Learned from this Experience?
How this Experience May Influence Future Behavior of the University Community
Conclusion
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"Data has indicated that university students engage in behaviors that may potentially be hazardous to themselves and/or others around them when experiencing an alcohol-induced blackout (Kraus, Signer, Swartzwelder, & White 208). Therefore, universities across the country have begun to implement procedures to combat this new trend and to protect both students and the university community from harm."
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Health Care Informatics, 2008.
Compares the benefits and disadvantages in the area of health informatics in health care, especially regarding nursing.
1,707 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper explains that the term informatics refers to the management and processing of data and knowledge in a particular discipline such as nursing. The paper then points out that informatics interact with every organizational structure and practice so that, ideally, organization, training, development of innovative approaches, and other tasks become very efficient. The paper also explains that informatics in health care must respond to specific needs and to the various costs and challenges associated with consumer-directed plans. In addition, the paper contendss that effective informatics depends on careful choice and implementation of information systems so that they are correlated with the needs of the organization and of all staff members.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Overview: Impacts of Informatics in Health Care
Current State of Informatics in Health Care
Relevance to Nursing
Personal View
Recommendations for Future Directions and Strategies
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"The capabilities of informatics are extensive and soon will be greatly expanded. Information processing is continually becoming more rapid and will be enhanced since innovations are being developed. For instance, many schools of nursing currently make use of the Internet for distance learning programs, teleconferencing classes, or online courses. The practice of nursing will inevitably be transformed as a result of wireless technology.
"The most basic or crucial point related to informatics is that technology and systems can never determine outcomes."
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Family Experience and Withdrawal of Life Support, 2008.
An analysis of the factors that impact on the quality of the family's experience in the withdrawal of life support from a loved one in ICU (intensive care unit).
1,111 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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This paper discusses families' experiences with the withdrawal of life support from a loved one in ICU (intensive care unit) and how it is not uniform for all families because of the operation of certain factors which influence the decision-making process. Finally, the paper discusses the impact of the support that these families receive and how it is the major factor that influences the quality of the family's experience.
Table of Contents:
Statement of the Problem and Purpose
Literature Review
Research Question
Theoretical Framework
Hypothesis #1
Data Collection
Research Design #1
Statistical Analysis #1
Hypothesis #2
Sampling Strategy #2
Data Collection #2
Research Design #2
Statistical Analysis #2
Conclusion
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"Making decisions related to the withdrawal of life support in the ICU is one of the most demanding experiences the family will ever face. Nurses play a key role in the effectiveness of the decision making process and it is their understanding of the stages involved in that process which can determine the quality of the outcome. As McHale Wiegand (2006) maintains, as more families become involved in end-of-life decisions, it is essential that current research be assessed, the gaps in knowledge be identified, and that new directions for ongoing research should be established. Little is actually known about the interaction of nurses with families in this situation; what is certain is that the interaction is not uniform and that nurses need to realize what will be most effective with families who are experiencing high levels of stress."
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Breastfeeding Research, 2008.
A research proposal to study the efficacy of support for breastfeeding.
910 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 32.95
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This paper explains that new mothers may not be aware of the benefitsof breasfeeding and that it must be promoted as a health activity. The paper then describes a research design that will compare 10 new mothers in a hospital neonatal unit who receive health teaching about breastfeeding and peer support from more experienced mothers to a control group of 10new mothers who receive health teaching only.
Table of Contents:
Statement of the Problem and Purpose
Literature Review
Theoretical Framework
Research Question
Hypothesis #1
Sampling Strategy
Data Collection
Research Design
Statistical Analysis
Hypothesis #2
Research Design
Conclusion
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"Peer support for new mothers includes individual counseling and support between mothers, the rationale being that social support networks influence decisions and practices. Peer support is cost-effect and can be culturally appropriate and individually designed to promote breastfeeding, and studies demonstrate its effectiveness in the rates of initiation and duration. Pisacane, Grazia and Continisio (2005) conducted a controlled trial to determine how fathers can influence breastfeeding outcomes. The hypothesis was that when fathers prevent and manage breastfeeding problems, the duration of breastfeeding will be prolonged."
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Ethics and Minors, 2008.
This paper looks at a legislative issue and discusses the matter of contraceptives furnished to a minor.
1,608 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 52.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the current health care issue which needs to be brought to the attention of legislators and for which nurses need to develop a political action plan is the availability of contraceptive supplies or procedures to minors. The writer points out that many states recognize that parents should have the right to make health care decisions for a minor child but that in certain cases, the minor needs access to confidential services. The writer discusses that under the Title X family planning program instituted in 1970, contraceptive services and other reproductive health care services have been available to all individuals who need them, irrespective of age. Meanwhile, the writer notes that debates over parental consent or notification have been taking place at both the state and federal level, and that states tend to favor parents taking responsibility for the decisions of their minor child.
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"On the basis of Greipp's model, the consumer forces driving the policy consist of teenagers who have made the decision to become sexually active as opposed to parents who wish to have the responsibility for their children's choices. In many cases, the consumer includes the entire community which believes that parents need to either make or at least collaborate with their adolescent children about major decisions. Motivators include parents' desires to influence their children regarding the most significant decisions of their lives. Motivators also consist of parental concerns for the current and future physical and psychosocial wellbeing of their children.The ethical principle of beneficence and the moral theory of deontology also can be motivators for both parents and the community as they strive both individually and collectively to fulfill what they perceive as their obligations to their children. "
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Analysis of a Newspaper Research Report, 2008.
A review of a newspaper research report by Patty Pensa, entitled "Palm Beach County Public Health Officials Push Flu Shots for Kids" on statistical procedures.
1,070 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper examines the statistical procedures used - or not used, as the case may be - in a recent newspaper article appearing in the South-Florida Sun-Sentinel. In particular, the paper examines the failure of the article to provide statistics supporting the idea that mass vaccinations really work. The paper concludes that, while the article intended to serve the public, it does so at not quite the level it could.
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"Discovering the statistical procedures that made possible the findings put forward by reporter Patty Pensa in her July 1, 2007, article on the efforts of Palm Beach health officials to lobby for more flu shots for children is difficult in some respects. For one thing, Pensa writes that "the success of a FluMist program at elementary schools convinced officials that children could be vaccinated en masse" (para.6). Unfortunately, Pensa does not deign to provide statistics that would corroborate this important conclusion. Additionally, in precisely the next sentence, she writes that "School officials do not track how many kids are sick with flu each year" (Pensa, para.6). Suffice it to say, if no statistics are available when it comes to sickness levels among young children in the Palm Beach area, and if Ms. Pensa does not provide in her story statistics supporting the contention that a mass vaccination at the elementary school level was successful, then the reader is simply has no means of knowing the extent to which mass vaccination campaigns will benefit the inhabitants of Palm Beach. Naturally, while it can be comfortably inferred that mass vaccination really will benefit everyone, it should not be overlooked that busy parents, uncertain as to who will have to pay for the cost of the vaccination, may decide that things like more rest, a better diet, and more exercise at school are all worthy substitutes to vaccinating their children."
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Emotional Child Abuse, 2008.
This paper focuses on the problem of emotional child abuse, while looking at the issue of child abuse in general.
2,640 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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In this article, the writer examines child abuse as a whole, as well as emotional child abuse specifically. Different kinds of emotional abuse are examined, as well as the characteristics of the families that are prone to such abuse. In addition, this paper describes the impact that child abuse has on children and on society at large. Finally, potential treatment and prevention is suggested. The writer concludes that emotional abuse is a serious problem that requires society to further study this form of abuse and find more effective methods for its prevention and treatment.
Outline:
Definition of Child Abuse
Different Kinds of Emotional Child Abuse
Identifying Emotional Child Abuse
The Impact of Child Abuse
Prevention
Treatment
Conclusion
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"One thing that makes child abuse difficult to treat or to prevent is that it is usually a recurring event. Given its prevalence across societal boundaries, it is also apparent that child abuse has few factors that assist in predicting the homes in which it will occur. That is, child abuse is equally prevalent in all economic, ethnic, and racial groups, which makes identification of abusive households difficult. However, domestic violence and child abuse are often paired; it is in such households that emotional abuse is the side effect of spousal physical or emotional abuse. For this reason, it is safe to conclude that parents are often the emotional abusers, which may differentiate emotional abuse somewhat from physical or sexual abuse. However, if a child tells a parent of abuse that has occurred, or if a parent becomes aware of abuse occurring in other environments, then he or she has a legal obligation to report the incident(s) to the proper authorities."
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Gender Selection, 2008.
An analysis of the ethics concerning prenatal gender selection with a focus on the nursing perspective.
1,264 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses how the theories of utilitarianism and deontology both establish the act of prenatal gender selection as being morally and ethically wrong. It looks at how relational ethics focuses not on the act but on the person, but there is awareness of ethical principles. It also contends that nurses must use and understand the ethical perspectives and apply them in their everyday practice and how even though they will always be faced with ethical dilemmas, they are obligated to provide appropriate and quality care in every situation.
Outline:
Introduction
Position on Ethical Issue
Ethical Theories
Utilitarianism
Utilitarian View of the Issue
Deontology
Deontological View of the Issue
Relational Ethics
Relevance to Nursing and Relational Ethics
Nursing Perspective
Conclusion
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"On the basis of relational ethics, relationships are the site for ethical action and healthy and ethical relationships allow for human growth (Bergum & Dosseter, 2005). The focus is on the relationship where the nurse and client are connected. Rather than making judgments regarding the rightness or wrongness of actions, this is an action ethic because people act in ways that result in goodness but without being absolutely sure if they are right (Bergum & Dosseter). The important point is that people often take the action that appears wise but also experience some uncertainty about their choice. What gives moral meaning to the action is the relationship. The action chosen is not simply done but changes over time with new experience. "
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Nursing Burnout, 2008.
An examination of the problem of nurses suffering from burnout.
1,106 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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This paper examines nurse burnout as a prevalent problem in many institutions. The paper explains that nurse burnout can be attributable to inadequate staffing and points out that the consequences of under-staffing are observed in terms of the decline in overall well-being of the nursing staff: staff exhaustion leading to high levels of stress and burnout, nurse dissatisfaction, absenteeism, and higher risk for disfranchisement from the profession. The paper then looks at the common method for calculating the nursing workload internally - the nurse-patient ratio. The paper concludes that while the evidence cited in the paper reflects different institutions, the extent to which burnout is seen should be assessed, as well as evaluated, to help find the possible contributing factors, both within and outside the hospital setting.
Outline:
Identification of Clinical Problem
Review of Literature
Research Critique
Conclusion
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"Managers have attempted to adapt to the situation by maintaining flexibility in staff schedules depending on changing unit demands which are constantly changing. When a patient is so seriously ill that one nurse cannot perform care, one or more other nurses are needed for a limited time. At other times, such is not the case. However, the central problem in staffing is not attaining staff flexibility congruent to the unit's needs. The reality that it is not recognized by higher management, nor is it under the control of nurses further complicates the problem."
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Drug Offender Treatment Programs, 2008.
An overview of treatment programs for drug offenders.
2,164 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper shows how the role of drug offender treatment programs and the criminal justice field are associated. It includes a literature analysis that highlights the associated cost/benefits from these programs and how or if they can be integrated within criminal justice policy to provide a suitable alternative to other forms of punishment for certain offenders.
Outline:
Introduction
Understanding Drug Offender Treatment Programs: Literature & Scope of Study
The Role of Drug Offender Treatment Programs
Drug Treatment Programs Versus Prison: Analyzing the Fiscal and Social Implications
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"The literature is divided on this issue, since there is one argument that these programs lessen the number of individuals in prison and is more effective, since treatment in a prison environment is less efficient and has a higher probability of resulting in failure. However, there is another set of theorists who argue that these programs are not effective, since they literally force individuals into treatment, which is not the way to treat diseases related to addiction (Marlatt and Donovan, 2005, p. 239). "
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Home Healthcare, 2008.
This paper discusses the home healthcare industry in the U.S. market.
1,631 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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The paper relates that the vast majority of home healthcare industry consumers consist of the sick and the elderly, with Medicare/Medicaid programs comprising a significant percentage of the payment revenues. The paper looks at a specific competitor, the Heritage Homecare Agency located in Florida and discusses the results of a survey of home healthcare patients. The paper concludes that home healthcare is seen as one of the most promising alternative healthcare programs that might result in an overall cost reduction for healthcare services and delivery over the next several years.
Outline:
Executive Summary
Industry Analysis
Overview
Case Study
Home Healthcare Patient Survey
Conclusion
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"The home healthcare industry in the United States (U.S.) is receiving a great deal of interest recently because of the ever increasing costs of healthcare in general which is leading many healthcare constituents, both industry competitors and consumers, to seek alternatives. The home healthcare industry in the U.S. is valued at approximately $40b annually and has some 20k unique industry competitors that focus primarily on 2 target patient markets: the elderly and the sick (Buckley & Van Giezen, 2004). Furthermore, the industry itself is not dominated by a few large companies as many other segments of the healthcare industry are. In this sense, the home healthcare industry is highly fragmented in nature because the 50 largest companies hold less that 24% of the total market share (Geisler, Krabbendam & Schuring, 2003)."
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Healthcare Budgeting Regulations, 2008.
A review of the article "Health Care Fraud" by A.M. Nann, J.C. Ashe, and K.H. Levy.
1,032 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the subject of healthcare fraud and its effect on healthcare budgeting with respect to government rules and regulations that directly impact the budgeting process. In the article by Nann, Ashe and Levy entitled 'Health Care Fraud" the paper states that of particular importance are the Medicaid and Medicare programs and how recent changes in policies and the regulatory environment have impacted the healthcare industry from a regulatory perspective.
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"The healthcare budgeting process has become so difficult vis-a-vis Medicare and Medicaid because of the increasing legislation, scope, and expansion of these plans accompanied by increased reporting and billing accountability. As recently as the current Presidency Medicare has come under expansive reform that has thrown the typical healthcare budget process into an exercise in futility because reconciling expected payments under a typical fee for service plan is difficult and is susceptible to fraudulent billing practices (Nann, Ashe and Levy, 2005). The current administration implemented the most sweeping reforms of Medicare in many years. One of the biggest impacts made on healthcare budgeting by these new adjustments to Medicare have been on capping expenses which physicians and healthcare institutions can charge for a given service if it is accepted within the Medicare program."
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Telemedicine and Self-Care, 2008.
This paper shows the uses of telemedicine, specifically with diabetes.
969 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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The paper explores the rationale behind the advocacy of telemedicine in patient education and uses the example of a prevalent public health problem such as diabetes. The paper discusses patient education and self-care theory and then shows how diabetes is a disease that can greatly benefit from cost-cutting innovations such as telemedicine. The paper concludes that telemedicine can be implemented successfully in many settings and provide a variety of patient populations with high patient satisfaction and favorable disease management outcomes.
Outline:
Introduction
The Role of Telemedicine
Patient Education and Self-Care Theory
Conclusion
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"Being an expert and educator, the health professional serves as a reliable resource for persons to turn to when they wish to obtain information regarding disease. These two go hand-in-hand where patient care is involved, as being an expert does not necessarily imply being an educator (although the reverse is). Aside from the obvious connotation of being an expert in disease, the health care professional not only serves as a source of knowledge for disease, but as a resource for helping patients seek answers for themselves. These roles not only involve direct education, but also methods in modifying patient and family attitudes and practices to seek health-promoting behavior, rather than those detrimental to health."
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