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Racial Profiling, 2002.
This paper discusses racial profiling, any consideration of race in preparing profiles of suspected wrong-doers, and presents a proposal for a research study.
1,770 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper discusses from a positive and negative standpoint the use of racial profiling by the police. The author feels that lack of training among the police officials and their inability to practice criminal profiling correctly results in the abusive practice of racial profiling. The author presents a research proposal for a study which asks: Why and how many innocent and peaceful citizens were unjustifiably arrested just because they belonged to a specific minority group?
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"It is interesting to note that some of the social experts favor the practice of racial profiling, claiming that the racially biased policing efforts are helpful in identifying the criminals, as they work in the form of groups belonging to same ethnic or racial group. They argue that the arrests and searches of individuals from a specific ethnic group or race are due to their own inappropriate behaviors. They totally reject the notion that racial profiling is another form of racial discrimination by the law enforcement officials. According to them, it is one of the most effective tools to identify the criminals and it has proved its effectiveness in the past."
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Teachers as Social Workers, 2002.
This paper reviews the article, ?The Social Work Dimension of the Primary Teacher?s Role?, by Webb and Vulliamy and uses many other sources for the discussion.
3,850 words (approx. 15.4 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 105.95
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This paper discusses teachers acting as social workers for the students and parents in the British Education System, which is similar to that of the United States. This author states that the report is based on qualitative research (observations) that was done in fifteen schools in the North East of England and on a national survey.
Table of Contents
Role of Teachers as Social Workers in the School System
The Research Sample
Observation
Funding Paid by the University of York
Teachers and Social Work
Problems in Assessment
National Curriculum Based on the Needs of the Students
Problems in the Classroom
Teachers as Advocates
Children?s Act in 1989
British Educational Needs
Special Support System
Time and Needs of Teachers Overcome by Social Problems
Problems with Special Needs Students
Teachers Concerning Various Roles
Different Masks that Teachers Wear
Teachers Too Busy to Teach
The Education of Children in Need
Social Work by Teachers
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"If a child goes to school and destroys the classroom, what would the child learn from the parent paying for the damage? The problem is that often the laws are adding to the problems that children have. Parents cannot spank their children or do other physical actions to control their actions. Often the parents talk to the teacher about the behavioral problems that they are having at home. ?Headteachers spent considerable amount of time providing advice and support on behavior management to parents who were experiencing major problems in controlling their children?s behavior. When pupils? behavior in school was disruptive and unacceptable, headteachers explained to the parents the school?s response to this behavior and sought to work co-operatively with them to effect improvement? "
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Analysis of a Qualitative Research Report, 2002.
A research proposal for nursing students on the problem of how home visits should be carried out among patients with colorectal cancer in order to be beneficial to the patient being treated.
1,960 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper outlines a research proposal for a study to analyze the efficacy of home visits for colorectal cancer patients, as well as determine the best method for approaching home health visits for such patients. Together with supporting literature, it states the objectives of the study, describes the study design, in this case a qualitative interview study and looks at subjects and setting as well as data collection methods. It discusses the data analysis procedures, evaluates its strengths and limitations and debates the implications of the study's findings.
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"The majority of subjects were interviewed in their home, which seems appropriate because the study revolves around patient care in the home, and the benefits and comforts attributed to being in the home as a personal place as opposed to being in a hospital or other formal and unfamiliar territory. It might be said that the subjects were influenced by the comfortable setting of their home to overly associate good benefits with home health care, but it might also be argued that home health care would be perceived with the same general good attitude and positive thought and emotional process. "
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PEG Tubes vs. NGT Feeding Systems, 2002.
An analysis of the effects of swallowing difficulty and speech difficulty on the quality of life in patients with PEG or NGT tubes.
1,784 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper discusses a research which measures the effects of having a PEG tube (as opposed to NGT) inserted, on the patient?s quality of life as it relates to their ability to communicate and swallow. Two research questions are answered in this paper: ?Does a PEG procedure have an effect on the patient?s ability to communicate their wishes and improve there satisfaction with the quality of their life in regards to self-care?? and ?Does the PEG method offer more satisfaction in regards to quality of life than the NGT method?? The paper illustrates the importance of taking the individual patient's feelings, concerns and wishes into account and not just focusing on the clinical side of things.
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"There are two primary methods for administering food to patients who can no longer swallow or have difficulty swallowing. The first is by way of an NGT tube, which is inserted through the nasal cavity and goes into the stomach. This procedure severely limits the patient?s ability to speak or swallow. The other popular method is PEG where a tube is inserted through an incision in the abdominal wall. In this case a patient?s ability is speak or swallow is not limited by the procedure itself. However, in stroke patients this ability may already be impaired. Many of us consider the ability to communicate our own wishes and enjoy conversation with other human beings a factor in determining our quality of life. Being unable to communicate with another creates a feeling of isolation or helplessness."
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Examining the Validity of Repressed Memories, 2002.
A paper which explores the role of gender in suggestibility and memory elaboration.
3,228 words (approx. 12.9 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 93.95
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The repressed memory controversy has spawned numerous debates in a variety of fields, from clinical psychology to legal studies, from the utility of repressed memory testimony in the courtroom to the nature of memory storage and recall. This paper reviews the research literature around the concept of repressed memories and proposes that, despite its emerging salience as a factor, one area not elaborately researched is the role of gender in repressed memories. The paper proposes an experiment designed to test whether gender may affect the creation of false memories in undergraduates and postulates an outcome based on the hypothesis that the social acceptability of a suggested memory increases how readily participants assimilate new memories (and this can be correlated with gender socialization). The experiment's goal is to work toward understanding the role of gender in the occurrence of repressed memories.
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"Given the predominance of repressed memory in females, the problem begs the question: does gender affect cognition? The full answer to that question is complex beyond the scope of this paper, but the general summary is that the evidence is inconclusive. From the popular view, it is generally believed that females are better at certain tasks such as facial recognition, color recollection, emotional recognition, and verbal memory; while males are better at tasks such as visuospatial reasoning, chronology, and number memory. At the same time, despite these persistent stereotypes, the evidence to support them is not conclusive (c.f. Caplan, 1997; Halpern 1986). We can say that there is some evidence indicating females may be more suggestible than males (McFarlane, 2002), which might account in part for of the difference in repressed memory, given that a predominance of clients are in therapy (under the influence of a therapist) at the time of the recovery (Freyd, 1999)."
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Divorce, 2002.
A paper which explores counseling methods and their effectiveness in preventing the breakdown of marriages.
5,470 words (approx. 21.9 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 134.95
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This paper explores the manner in which counseling can aid in the development of communications skills of married couples. First, it evaluates the use of couple counseling and the many methods that can be used. Then, it explores preventative counseling and the ways in which it increases a couples? ability to communicate. Lastly, the paper explore sthe impact of divorce on children including issues of abandonment and their perceptions of divorce.
Table of Contents:
List of Tables
List of Figures
Introduction
The Need and Purpose of the Project
Statement of the Problem
The Sub-problems
The Hypotheses
Definitions and Abbreviations of Terms
Review of Related Literature
Introduction
Research Methodology
Presentation and Analysis of the Data
Couples Therapy
Prevention Therapy
Impact of Divorce on Children
Conclusions, Summary and Recommendations
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"This research paper has also made clear the impact of divorce on children. It seems evident that in many cases divorce dramatically changes the way a child perceives the world and themselves. It is vital that married couples understand the impact that a divorce will have on a child and that they do everything their power to ensure that the marriage can not be salvaged. Sometimes there are times when marriage gets rough and couples must decide to stick it out when the going gets rough. This can also be a valuable lesson for children because it teaches them not to quit just because something is difficult to endure."
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Pressure Ulcer Incidence, 2002.
A research proposal on the role of staff education in pressure ulcer incidence in long-term care residents.
1,680 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 1320 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper investigates pressure ulcers, also known as bed sores that are formed where skin and tissue are squeezed between bone and an outside surface for long periods of time, often due to immobility. It proposes scientific research aimed at discovering the development and underlying reasons that the illness is so common amongst elderly long term care patients.
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"Because PUs are so common, cause distress to the patient and their family, and can form the basis for litigation, it is important for the long-term medical care community to find ways to reduce their prevalence and incidence. Two commonly suggested solutions to the PU problem include identifying patients at risk using risk assessment methods and initiating preventive measures (Ayello & Braden, 2002). In order for long term care staff to identify patients at risk they must be educated in assessment of the risk for developing PUs. One risk assessment method used in this area is the Braden Scale, developed in 1987 by Drs. Barbara Braden and Nancy Bergstrom. The scale attempts to identify risk factors that increase the chance that patients will develop PUs in the future and assigns a numeric value to the risk for any particular patient (Bergstrom, Braden, Laguzza, & Holman, 1987)."
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Pygmalion Effect in Manager / Employee Relationships, 2002.
A discussion of positive reinforcement vs. reverse psychology in workplace.
11,000 words (approx. 44.0 pages), 38 sources, MLA, $ 217.95
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This paper evaluates the Pygmalion effect, a phenomenon that shows how a manager?s expectations greatly effect the performance and productivity of his workers. It shows how effective managers must be able to communicate a positive attitude toward their workers in order to gain the greatest efficiency possible. It uses a fictitious company, XYZ, a diversified, multinational company operating on a global scale in more than thirty countries, yet privately owned and a semi-annual review to determine the efficiency of their managers at communicating this attitude through a study.
Table of Contents
Chapter I
Introduction
Purpose of the Project
Statement of the Problem
Significance of the Problem
Research Category
Project Summary
Positive Reinforcement vs. Psychology
History of the Problem
Delimitations
Scope of the Problem
Setting of the Problem
Assumptions
Hypothesis
Research Questions
Evaluation Objective
Development Objectives
Participants
Researcher
Survey Group
Assistants
Chapter II
Literature Review
Definition of Terms
References
Chapter III
Introduction
Population and Sample
Variables and Measures Used
Data Collection
Data Analysis Procedures
Data Type, Format and Scale
Data Analysis Procedures
Chapter IV
Results and Discussion
Discussion of the Process
Unanticipated Occurrences
Statistical Results and Discussion
Non-Statistical Results and Discussion
Chapter V
Conclusions
Recommendations
Formal Recommendations
Recommendations for Further Research
APPENDICES
APPENIDX 1. Employee Survey
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"The management structure at XYZ, Inc. consists of six levels of management with varying amounts of responsibility within the company. On average each manager has three to six people reporting into them and has to do performance reviews every six months for each person. In return, each employee would give feedback about their past months' development plan, how well it was managed, as well as their scalar's management style. This two way feed back in the hallmark of success at XYZ, Inc. It institutes the principle of Total Quality Management (TQM). Two way feedback has had the effect of maintaining a high level of Quality and job satisfaction at XZY, Inc. In recent year-and-a half employee feedback has been more negative than in the past with a ratio of 3,2:1. This increased ratio is of great concern to the Personnel Department, which advocates the policy of mutuality in business relationships. "
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Coping with Cancer, 2002.
This paper studies the effects of state of mind on health, focusing on optimism and pessimism with respect to cancer.
1,730 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper begins by explaining the claim that pessimistic perception of problems induces stress and, that if a cancer patient is optimistic, s/he has a better chance of survival. The hypothesis that optimism can benefit cancer patients is stated and the method of study (use of sociological references and studies) is discussed. Some background of the psychological and biological workings and effects of stress is given and the relationship between cancer and stress is investigated. The results of the study are revealed and explained. The paper concludes by summing up the findings of the study and by listing the advantages and disadvantages of the method of study.
Table of Contents
Statement of the Problem
Method of Study
Results of Study
Conclusion
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"An increasing amount of research links negative and positive emotional states to wellness or ill health. The negative or pessimistic emotions seem to have a negative effect on the immune system and on general health. Pessimism has been shown to be unhealthy and have adverse effects on health, including increasing the risk of cancer and preventing recovery from the disease. On the other hand, positive or optimistic emotions have been shown to strengthen immune function and bring good health. (Gillman, 1989)"
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Research Proposal for Lufthansa Airlines, 2002.
A research proposal to analyze Lufthansa Airline?s new service concept of extensive cost reductions by means of reducing services being provided to the travelers.
1,689 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 0 sources, $ 54.95
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The purpose of this research is to study employee and customer?s reaction to Lufthansa Airline?s new service concept, based on its newly adopted cost reduction measures in order to remain competitive after the events of September 11 2001. This paper defines a problem statement and study design detailing such topics as the proposed literature review and the population, sample and sampling procedure.
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"This study is of considerable significance for Lufthansa Airlines as it will help the organization redefine its business strategy in order to improve its corporate image and to compete effectively in existing tight market situations. The study will help the company in identifying the factors that directly affect customer?s satisfaction and thus will facilitate in providing better quality service in future. As the current market conditions are not much favorable for the airline industry, especially in the US market, which itself is a major segment, airlines are required to keep an edge over their competitors. Therefore, it is necessary for Lufthansa to identify the reasons for dissatisfaction of customers as well as the crew members and to develop strategies to remove this discrepancy in its service. In this way it will successfully maintain its image, which it has developed over years and will ensure its long term success and profitability."
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Violence in Boys, 2002.
A research study that claims that boys rejected by their peers will become aggressive.
4,325 words (approx. 17.3 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 114.95
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This paper is based on the hypothesis that teenage males who are socially excluded in schools become more aggressive toward individuals and may become bullies. This paper provides a thorough study into this hypothesis using a literature review, methodology, questionnaire and measures to validate the argument. Statistics are also provided and examined. The limitations of the study are presented along with its findings.
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"Ricky was a student that suffered with asthma. Often he had to use his inhaler to be able to breathe. Ricky was tormented by a group of male bullies. This group of boys who were continually would take his inhaler medication from him to play with it by spraying classmates or themselves. They essentially wasted the inhaler that was vital for Ricky. This went on until one cold day in December 1994. Ricky was found dead at school. He died of an asthma attack. His inhaler was found empty (Noll 2000). In the past research has shown a correlation between problems in the home and aggression in the adolescent. However, it has been overlooked that many children are daily abused by verbal and physical acts of violence in the schools. ?Between 1979 and 1991, nearly 50,000 American children were killed by guns?more than the number of Americans killed in Vietnam in 25 years? (Webber 1997). Research shows that boys who are bullied during the elementary school years may become aggressive during the middle school or high school years. The number of violent acts in schools is continuing to grow. It is important to recognize why students are becoming more violent and to take measures in preventing these acts of violence. ?Few schools take the necessary steps to screen routinely for students displaying risk for these behaviors, and interventions, when implemented are often less than effective? (Acker and Talbott 1999). More research should be done considering this topic to prevent further school violence."
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Pain Control, 2002.
This paper explores three models of conceptual nursing in order to assess the extent and manner in which pain can be controlled.
4,400 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 115.95
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This paper critically analyzes pain as a clinical-related practical concern and explores possible approaches to this concern utilizing three popular conceptual models of nursing: (a) Neuman?s System Model; (b) The Roy Adaptation Model; and (c) Orem?s Self-Care Framework. Each model is gauged in terms of its worthiness for possible application toward the nursing concept, pain. In order to achieve this end, the JCAPHO Pain Management Standards (a standard for quality pain management) will be used to test each conceptual model.
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"Pain is a global-wide enigma that surpasses all social, socio-economic and cultural lines. Poorly treated pain is a huge concern for millions of Americans and people of other nationalities as well. Pain is an unpleasant sensitivity and emotional response to that sensitivity. The Nuprin Pain Report found that 4 billion work days are lost each year as a direct result of pain related issues resulting in huge financial losses to the economy--an estimated $79 billion per year. Thereby, consequences of the failure to adequately treat patients who suffer from pain by health care providers are measureless and constitutes the biggest problems nurse practitioners face today (R. Sternbach, 1986)"
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Funding Small School Districts, 2002.
This paper is a review of literature and a proposal for research concerning superintendents of small school districts, their relationship between ethics, mandates, laws, and regulations and the process of funding school districts.
1,315 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 15 sources, APA, $ 44.95
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The paper states that there is a critical need for research into the relationships between alternate patterns of educational governance and the ability to mobilize human energy. The paper recommends that research should be done to show how schools can restructure many of their programs to meet the laws and regulations while meeting the needs of the schools. The paper concludes that the hypothesis of this survey research will illustrate how funds and grants should be issued, related to the individual needs of the school and the relationship with the superintendent.
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"The top ten factors that influence teachers applying for administration positions are relationship among the board, administration, and teachers; salary, community support, quality of community life, impact of the administrative position on home life, reputation of superintendent, poor working conditions, and the control of the board and the superintendent. Basically this shows that the decisions and actions of the superintendent affect stakeholders. The role of the superintendent is an important one when it comes to the district personnel and the shared vision of the school."
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Educational Advancement of Nurses in North Carolina, 2002.
A cross-sectional study to determine factors in the educational advancement of licensed practical nurses in the State of North Carolina.
4,350 words (approx. 17.4 pages), 49 sources, MLA, $ 114.95
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The paper discusses the United States' serious nursing crisis and predictions that this trend will only get worse in the future, showing that the changing demographics of an aging population are largely to blame. The paper also shows that nursing shortages are greater in areas requiring higher levels of education, such as Masters or Doctorate Degrees and that not enough nurses are pursuing educational paths to fill this need. Congress has offered tuition reimbursement and grant programs to help fund higher education and Nursing Associations are working to create faster tracks to a careers in nursing. Other methods discussed are media campaigns which have highlighted the advantages of nursing. This research examines the factors that influence a nurse?s decision to pursue higher education and gives insight as to how to eliminate some of the barriers that prevent them from entering into higher education.
Table of Contents:
Literature Review
Scope of the Nursing Shortage
What is Being Done?
Have these Measures Been Effective?
Motivating Factors for Nurses to Pursue Continuing Education
The Traditional Career Path
Distance Learning and the Nursing shortage
What this Research Hopes to Answer
Methodology
Data Collection
Subject Selection Criteria
Data Analysis
Assumptions
Limitations
Biases
Conclusion
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"Distance learning offers many advantages over traditional programs. The first advantage is cost. As distance learning facilities do not have the high costs of maintaining all of those classrooms as in a traditional setting, they have lower over head costs and can offer their services at a much lower rate. Convenience is the biggest advantage. Many nursing students start families and must begin working as soon as they obtain their license. They often have many job and family responsibilities that would prevent them from having a career and going to school, without sacrificing family or professional life. Distance learning allows them to work at home, many times at their own pace, and still enjoy the benefits of family and professional life."
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Arthritic Conditions, 2002.
A discussion on arthritic conditions in the body, their causes, treatment, current research, and what effect they have on athletic participation.
2,705 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 81.95
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The paper discusses the three types of arthritis, namely rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and psoriatic arthritis. The paper describes the problems associated with arthritis and the common misperceptions of the disease. It also discusses the important link between sports, exercise and arthritis and the social and economic cost of arthritis. A list of the treatments for arthritis is given. The paper presents which areas of research into arthritis could be extended.
Table of Contents
Problem Statement
Literature Review
Introduction
Types of Arthritis
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Psoriatic Arthritis
Causes of Arthritis
Treatments Available
Current Research
Arthritis and Athletic Activities
Research Needed
Learning Outcome
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"Arthritis is said to be the number one cause of disability in the United States, with more individuals disabled with arthritis than by both heart disease and strokes (Lewis 2000). Arthritis is also a disease that is plagued with misunderstanding. The Center for Disease Control warns that it is these misunderstandings that result in the disease doing so much harm (Lewis 2000)."
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