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Drug Addiction in Professional Nursing, 2008.
This paper explores chemical dependence in nurses and its implications for the nursing profession.
2,008 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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The paper examines the biological and psychosocial prerequisites for substance abuse and subsequent addiction in nurses. The paper then looks at the treatment programs available as well as the preventative measures in place. The paper also discusses the implications of substance use, abuse and subsequent dependency for present and future nursing practice.
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Introduction
Position
Predisposing Factors
Treatment
Prevention
Implications
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"In order to understand fully the pathogenesis of addiction, the biological and psychosocial prerequisites for substance abuse and subsequent addiction will be discussed. The pathogenesis of substance dependence conforms to a general behavioral pattern of cause and effect. An external stimulus such as stress in multiple spheres of an individual's life (e.g. work/school, home, personal) may trigger an initially behavioral response to these stressors. The pleasurable stimulation from intake of these substances, the escapist theme, and the aversiveness of the "reality" of the individual's situation conditions the individual to avoid the aversive stimulus and take in these substances, where their pleasurable effects serve as a reward, a positive reinforcement for substance-seeking behavior. Behaviorally-oriented treatments involve extinction of this reinforcement."
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Professional Nursing Vision, 2007.
This paper is the personal professional vision of a nurse who wishes to specialize in the area of mental health.
1,910 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper relates that, in five years, the professional vision of the author projects that she will be in a position to lead other nurses in the field of mental health as head nurse of an adolescent drug and alcohol treatment facility. The author points out that to attain this goal she must develop skills in the areas of communication, organization, management and education. The paper explains that the author chooses to be a leader in the field of adolescent drug and alcohol treatment because she has seen in her own family the damage and devastation that drug and alcohol dependence can thrust upon, not only the addict, but also on everyone who loves or interacts with the addict on a regular basis.
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"Locally I will help the nurses that I am charged with supervising learn the difference between caring for the patient and the family, and becoming enmeshed with them. This will be done through the encouragement of education and informational seminar attendance for the nurses who are relatively new to the recovery field of medicine. In addition, I will oversee the nurses on a monthly basis so that I can help guide them to provide the most professional and compassionate care possible."
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Professional Nursing, 2006.
An essay looking at the educational levels currently available in the professional nursing field.
2,535 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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This work focuses on proposing a minimal level offering that should be required to be taken for the registered nurse boards for an associate degree level. The essay is intended as a recommendation to the State of Connecticut Licensure Board. A copy of one of the sources used is appended to the paper.
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"All of these concerns coupled with other issues will eventually reduce the overall quality nurses are able to provide for the care of their patients. The nursing profession is also an aging system where older more experienced nurses are leaving the system in droves but the profession is having difficulty replacing those who have exited. "Largely because of current conditions, veteran nurses are leaving the field and potential new entrants are being discouraged from joining the profession. Just as the population is aging and in need of more nursing care, the nation now faces a new nursing shortage." (Gordon) It will be an important function of the current licensure board to adopt new standards that will both maintain high levels of professionalism in the nursing field but also to promote the profession to a younger generation that has not taken to the field in the same way that previous generations have."
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Drug Addiction, 2002.
This paper explores the impact of drug addiction on today's society.
790 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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The paper begins with an explanation of the drug problem in today?s society. It then goes on to discuss the negative impact of drug addiction on American culture (such as violence, drug addicted babies and the learning disabilities they develop). The cost of drug addiction to society (such as theft, accidents while under the influence and calling in sick at work) is looked at and the paper concludes with a synopsis of the paper?s arguments.
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"The war on drugs continues to hold the line with neither side able to declare victory. Young teens are experimenting with drugs despite programs of prevention such as DARE and Just Say No. Drug addiction crosses all boundaries including economic, racial, and lifestyle. It knows no limits and it affects every aspect of life from the ability to work, to the little children being raised by dealers. The drug addiction problem in this nation continues regardless of the efforts to stop its progress. It has a negative affect on American culture on every level."
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Personal Professional Nursing Career, 2008.
This paper discusses the personal profession nursing career objectives of a visually impaired nurse.
2,060 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper states that the author envisions herself as a leader, manager and advocate, working collaboratively with individuals, groups and organizations, to bring awareness and positive change to the careers of disabled nurses. The author relates that, as an individual with a visual impairment, she has consistently experienced discrimination in employment and has been turned down for positions for which she was more than adequately qualified. The paper points out that, as a change leader, one of the primary functions in this work will not only be to educate populations but also to motivate others toward change in regard to organizational culture and policies that affect disabled nurses. The author states that she will gain knowledge regarding instances of medical mistakes, if any, that have been caused because of disabilities of nurses and will draw comparisons to the medical errors that have been noted in relation to non-disabled nurses. The paper presents an action plan in a chart format.
Table of Contents:
Personal Vision Statement
Nursing Role in Five Years
Practice Location
Professional Leadership at a Local or Global Perspective
Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies
Work Satisfaction
Professional Work Values
Personal and Professional Strengths
Personal and Professional Weaknesses
Five Years Action Plan with Time Frames, Objectives and Strategies
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"I believe that one of my primary strengths in relation to my professional goals is my passion for my work and my commitment to achieving my goals. Additionally, I have the ability of providing effective leadership that I have successfully used to motivate others and inspire them to achieve success. As a team member in the health care system, I also realize my professional role in relation to others and have the ability to work collaboratively with other professionals. This ability is supported by my dedication to accountability and my commitment to quality care of patients."
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Drug Addiction, 2006.
A study of drug abuse and addiction.
3,242 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 93.95
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The paper discusses the mechanisms whereby people become addicted to drugs, citing numerous studies. The paper reviews different classes of drugs to which people become addicted - alcohol, opiates, stimulants - and compares the effects. The paper also reviews sociological factors contributing to drug addiction. In conclusion, the writer states that through research, the mechanisms for how people can become addicted has been learned, but why people become addicted is something which scientific research has still been unable to answer. The writer states that the choice is individual and expresses the hope that people will choose wisely to avoid the destructive path of addiction.
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"Nicotine works by stimulating acetylcholine receptors and also increases the activity of dopaminergic neurons. Animals in laboratory tests would self-administer nicotine. Because nicotine stimulates the dopaminergic system, smoking can make it more difficult for cocaine or heroin addicts to quit the drug. The stimulant drug, nicotine, even though it may seem "tame" after discussing the hard-core drugs, has the potential to become highly addictive. The combination of nicotine and other carcinogens in cigarettes can lead to cancer of parts of the body which are exposed to smoke. An example of the dangers and addictive nature of smoking can be seen in Sigmund Freud. His theories of psychoanalysis stressed the importance of insight in changing one's behavior. It is ironic that even after most of his jaw was removed due to cancer from smoking, he was still unable to quit. Ultimately, his cancer killed him (Carlson, 586). Even though in the short term smoking may produce less serious affects than other hard core drugs, smoking related deaths remains as one of the top killers of Americans. The psychological dependency of smoking coupled with the physiologic dependence makes it one of the most addictive and possibly dangerous addictions in terms of its long-term consequences. "Approximately 20 million Americans have used marijuana (labeled the "assassin of youth") at least once in a year placing themselves at risk for developing drug dependence and other problems (Zimbardo 129). The active ingredient in marijuana is THC. Psychological effects of marijuana include mild highs in small doses, and long hallucinogenic reactions in high doses. It also produces euphoria, distortions and occasional out of body experiences. However, marijuana can produce fear, anxiety, and confusion as well as impair motor function. The physiological effects of THC remain a mystery. There are THC receptors in the brain, but the chemical produced by the body for this receptor is still unknown. What is known about THC is that is has an effect on dopaminergic neurons. (Zimbardo, 129). Marijuana also affects short term memory and a person's ability to keep track of a topic in conversation (Carlson, 588)."
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Understanding Crime and Drug Addiction in the 1950s, 2005.
A review of 'The Man with the Golden Arm' (1955) by Otto Preminger in order to gain a better understanding of crime and the level of drug addiction in the 1950s.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 53.95
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This paper brings forth the elements of psychological and cultural significance in Preminger's film, which was an important aspect of crime cinema being created in the 1950s. This paper reports that understanding the basis of the film in relation to drug addiction, it is clear that Preminger offers an insightful and modern interpretation of drug use in the post World War II period. This is how 'The Man with the Golden Arm' became a new form of film making through the French New Wave movement, and through the opening new psychological portrayals of criminals through drug addiction.
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"This film study will examine the nature of the crime genre and the French "New Wave" as depicted in the 1950s era of filmmaking in Otto Preminger's The Man with the Golden Arm. Through this aspect of Hollywood filmmaking, one can realize the aspects of innovation that create a movie based on deviant acts through the drug induced behaviors of its central characters. By exploring this genre of filmmaking that gave license to the horrors of drug addiction in the 50s, one can realize the impact on culture and society this "French New Wave" styled film created."
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Drug Addiction, 2002.
This paper focuses on the effects of drug addiction on family life.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper addresses the effects of addiction on members of a family and the methods family members may use to cope. It begins by pointing out that no one person can will another to change his behavior and it stresses acceptance of this fact as the first step on the road to living with a drug addicted family member. It discusses the various ways that families respond to addiction, such as denial or ?enabling? the addict. It explores the family?s constant state of conflict and chaos and looks at the stigma attached to addiction. The paper concludes by addressing the guilt feelings on the part of the addict?s family.
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"Loving and living with an addict can skew the other family members? view and expectations of a ?normal? family life. Living with active addiction is traumatic. In many families, living with addiction is like living in a constant state of emergency, always staying prepared for the unexpected and unpredictable.
Families respond to addiction in a variety of ways, ranging from healthy confrontation and intervention to unhealthy adaptations to the addiction (Landry, 1994). One of the most often used coping strategies which family members use is denial. In various ways, family members may develop unconscious ways of denying their family member?s addiction which has taken control of the entire family."
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Personal Goals for a Professional Nurse, 2002.
Lists and analyzes the personal goals of a student nurse on her journey to become a professional nurse.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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For the nurse, there can be little doubt that the primary function is to provide the best care possible within the limits of policy, practice and ability. To that end, there are limits to what a person can provide and the self, not the institution, determines those. Over the next five years, I will be embarking upon and completing a journey, the end of which will find me in a hospital or clinical setting as a nurse with direct impact and influence upon the outcome of treatment. It will be my responsibility to provide the best care possible, to be aware of the needs of the setting, the physicians and the patient and to be able to balance all of those in my actions. I will be responsible for compartmentalizing my day, my life and all of the demands of the job so that I may remain focused upon the tasks at hand. It will also be an imperative to function fully within the team environment and to be a complete and active member in that team. Finally, it will be incumbent upon me to never stop learning about my practice and craft. It is for these reasons that the development of personal goals is so significant.
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Drug Addiction and Prison, 2002.
An examination of the treatment of drug-addicted offenders in prison.
6,669 words (approx. 26.7 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 152.95
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This paper explores the literature related to substance abuse treatment in the prison system in order to learn which programs are most effective in helping drug-addicted offenders achieve and sustain sobriety. It discusses how there are an increasing number of individuals serving time in jails and prisons for drug-related crimes and how the majority of these individuals have never received treatment for any form of substance abuse problems outside of the prison system. It examines the barriers to creating effective programs and how some model programs such as IMPACT in Chicago and the Delaware program, have incorporated the best understandings of effective drug treatment services for a prison population.
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Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Significance of the Problem
Assumptions
Delimitations of the Study
Definition of Terms
Review of Related Literature
Introduction
Obstacles
Legal Problems
Referral and Screening
Some Specific Programs
The Therapeutic Community Model
Other Models
Meditation
Analysis Evaluation and Findings
Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
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"Yet another program is the Jail Substance Abuse Program (JSAP). In this program, developed by the Washington County Health Department in Hagerstown, MD, there is an in-jail program of six weeks in a 17-bed treatment unit. This is followed by an aftercare treatment component. Again, most JSAP referrals come from the court, up to 80 percent, with the other referrals primarily from jail medical departments, classification officers, or self-referral. Potential clients are screened with a questionnaire that looks at drug and alcohol history, prior treatment experience, and withdrawall symptoms. They receive a comprehensive assessment that may include the Addiction Severity Index, the MAST, or the Mortimer-Filkins Test. Admission to the program is based both on the screening document and the assessment. Inmates who have long jail sentences, are on psychotropic medication, or have a history of violence are denied admission."
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Prescription Drug Addiction, 2006.
A discussion regarding addiction to prescription medication.
4,615 words (approx. 18.5 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 119.95
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This paper takes a look at addiction to prescription drugs. According to the paper, many people are addicted to pain relieving drugs such as OxyContin. The paper reports that according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, nearly one-quarter of Americans between the ages of 18 and 25 take painkillers for recreational purposes.
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A Brief History of Substance Abuse
What is Addiction?
Drugs with Addictive Potential
Prescription Drug Abuse by Adolescents, Women, and the Elderly
Drug Seekers
Pharmaceutical Involvement
Society's Role: A Pill for Every Ill
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"Generally, addicts prefer drugs that have "a rapid onset of action, high potency, brief duration of action, high purity, water solubility (for intravenous use) or high volatility (ability to vaporize if smoked)" (Longo et al, 2000, p. 2402). Among benzodiazepines, Valium, Ativan and Xanax cross the blood-brain barrier more rapidly and have a high potential for abuse. Longo argues that a significant number of addicts started out using street drugs and progressed to prescription drugs as they became chronically ill. Sometimes, prescription drugs are used in conjunction with street drugs to heighten euphoric effects, alleviate withdrawal symptoms, augment alcohol effects synergistically, or temper cocaine highs."
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Professionalization of Nursing, 2002.
How nursing is still not considered to be a separate profession.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 7 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses the stumbling blocks that lie in the way of the professionalization of nursing. The paper examines how the image of nurses has not changed, and that this is connected to the social construction of gender images in society.
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Adolescent Drug Addiction Literature Review, 2008.
A literature review of articles on the subject of adolescent drug use.
1,700 words (approx. 6.8 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper is a literature review of articles that investigate the question of whether there is a connection between the rising prevalence of drug addiction in adolescents and the increasingly young development of social problems such as poor academic performance, criminal tendency and maladjusted behavior. A close inspection of various journal studies on the topic indicate that the growing accessibility of drugs in school settings has contributed to all of these adverse consequences. The literature chosen for inclusion in the research was selected primarily for its application to the notion that drug use in adolescents is not just a problem unto itself but is indicative of much larger problems such as education and social construction, which fail to confront the problem head on. In concurrence with that topic, the studies that incorporate treatment methods tend to reflect this same impulse toward aggressive treatment and reduced penal imposition.
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"This study casts a fairly broad net on its subject sample, using information on over 4000 babies to assess the dangers to children born to addicted mothers. Beyond the risks which are clearly present to the child while an addicted mother is pregnant, this study asserts that there is a close association between addiction in mothers and a variety of emotional, psychological and psychosocial problems in the child. The information gathered for this study was accumulated at a clinic for mothers who suffer from addiction to illegal drugs or alcohol. The study confirmed the hypothetical assertion by illustrating the correlation between drug abuse in mothers and poverty, unemployment, homelessness, susceptibility to crime and a lack of proper parenting resources such as access to healthcare. The study offers a need for resolution by the provision of treatment centers which don't just focus on the addiction problems of the mother but also treat the affected child as a patient as well."
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