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The Elderly and Nutrition, 2002.
Discusses evaluating nutrition for the elderly population.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 7 sources, $ 39.95
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Discusses evaluating nutrition for the elderly population. Issue of mindset of the elderly, as well as availability of food, vitamins and supplements. Problem of the institutionalized elderly who have an inadequate intake of specific nutrients. Food habits. Measures to build up the daily nutrient intake of the elderly and increase awareness of proper nutrition.
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"THE ELDERLY AND NUTRITION: AN EVALUATION
An overwhelming number of senior citizens, who are not institutionalized have an inadequate intake of specific nutrients, as recommended by the 1980 Daily Dietary Allowances. For many, the fact that they are not "eating properly" is balanced, in their minds, by taking vitamins and other supplements whose products are heavily advertised on TV, radio, and in publications such as that of the AARP. Perhaps there is no more important aspect of providing proper nutrition for the elderly in the coming years than being able to realize that a "quick fix" like taking vitamin or supplements does not replace proper nutrition. "The first line of attack for many problems is already diet-centered…Despite all the breakthroughs in nutritional research, deciding what and how to eat can still be enormously ..."
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Elderly & Nutrition, 1996.
Dietary needs, deficiencies & disease, fiber, protein, vitamins, melatonin, Radicals Tea.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 8 sources, $ 63.95
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As the population of elderly people rises, and the costs associated with medical care rise, the role nutrition plays in remaining healthy as a person ages is being shown to be more important than was earlier thought. Many factors contribute to the level of nutrition a person receives. Elderly people are often sedentary, home-bound, chronically ill, taking medications. These and other elements in their lifestyle affect the way their bodies utilize and metabolize their food. These and other factors affect how, when, where, and how much they eat. Malnutrition in the form of over or under eating is one of the most pervasive and potentially debilitating problems experienced by the elderly of the United States (Murphy, Everett, & Dresser, 1992, p. 184). Caloric intake in the United States tends to decrease with age. The risk of the elderly consuming too few..."
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Alcoholism and The Elderly, 1985.
This paper reviews the problem of alcoholism in the elderly and discusses behavioral treatments: Demographics, types, causes and effects, nutrition, suicide, denial, group therapy and the role of family.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, $ 79.95
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"This paper will present an up-to-date review of the behavioral treatments used to modify alcoholism in the elderly. In so doing, it will give an overview of the problem in general, and then will give specific examples, cases and experimental studies that have been used in recent times to resolve the problems connected with this disease.
Alcohol is one of the most widely used and abused drugs in the United States today. Almost 75% of all adult Americans drink some alcohol annually.
Now that 24.6 million Americans, roughly eleven percent of the population, are now over the age of 65 and 3 million people in this country are over 80, the concern of alcohol use in the elderly has become a national issue.
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Promoting Superior Nutrition in Geriatric Patients, 2002.
Discusses some of the methods and problems associated with the proper nutrition of geriatric patients.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 11 sources, $ 71.95
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Nutrition is an important aspect of gerontological nursing towards health promotion. This paper discusses various approaches to improving elders' nutrition in light of what can occur without adequate nutrition.
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Nutrition, 2002.
An examination of the basics of good nutrition and its health benefits.
1,555 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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A definition of nutrition is provided and an examination of the factors which influence healthy eating and good nutrition. The paper also looks at the different food elements and their nutritional values. The health benefits of good nutrition is also examined - physical and mental health. Long term health effects are also mentioned relating to one's diet and physical exercise routine.
I. INTRODUCTION
A. What is Nutrition?
B. Good Nutrition
C. Important Food Elements
II. NUTRITION FOR A HEALTHY MIND AND BODY
A. Benefits of Good Nutrition
B. Nutrition for a Healthy Body
C. Nutrition for a Healthy Mind
D. Nutrition for the Future
III. CONCLUSION
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"The most basic definition of nutrition is ?the science of how food nourishes the body". (Null) Still, nutrition is a very broad and complex subject. The food we eat must go through many changes before our bodies can use it for nutrition. Nutrition includes the physical act of eating, digesting and absorbing nutrients.
"Nutrition is the process that living things take in food and use it. Plants can be nourished by air, water and sunshine. But human beings have much more complicated needs. Our nutrition may be good or poor, depending on the food we eat."
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Hydrating the Elderly Individual, 2005.
This paper discusses the problem of dehydration among the elderly population and looks at the care of the elderly.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, $ 80.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the hydration of elderly patients. Attention is given to problems, programming, and evaluation in this paper. The issue of artificial nutrition and hydration is also presented. The paper offers an in-depth study as to the problems encountered when preventing dehydration of elderly patients and ways to prevent dehydration.
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"Growing old in any country, albeit America, Europe or the Far East, is not a cultural or medical factor that can be explained simply on the basis of one's chronological age. To ignore that which afflicts the elderly as simply a result of age evidences disrespect for those who have helped to enrich our very lives. Untreated illness in the elderly prevents the individual from enjoying the quality of life that younger people themselves take for granted. Avoiding care regimens for our elderly population, especially those confined to nursing homes or those who are remiss and unable to fully take care of themselves, is a mark against civility. The elderly who are forced to live a life unprotected and untreated with respect to basic wellness needs leave us an empty legacy."
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Nutrition and Arthritis, 2007.
A discussion of whether arthritis can be managed through proper nutrition.
1,934 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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This paper addresses the question of whether the management of arthritis can be facilitated by nutrition instead of a reliance on conventional medication. The paper defines the various types of arthritic conditions and lists their associated symptoms. The paper then describes traditional methods of managing arthritis through medication, including the negative effects of medication. The author contrasts traditional management with management through nutrition as an alternative. Relevant literature is cited supporting the use of nutrition. The author concludes that while no cure exists for arthritis, there are numerous studies and experiential reports of that show the importance of diet and nutrition in combating the symptoms of this disease.
Outline:
Introduction
Nutrition and Arthritis
Nutrition versus Medication
Nutrition as an Alternative
Conclusion
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"Each of the above categories provides a slightly different set of symptoms. More importantly, each major form of this disease necessitates different treatment processes and management strategies; as well as a variable dependence on drugs and medication. However, in the overview of the place of nutrition in treatment and management in this paper, the role of nutrition will be dealt with in a genera sense to cover all the forms of arthritis and refer to the specific types where applicable. "
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Being Gay and Elderly in Toronto, 2008.
A discussion of the difficulties faced by the elderly gay population of Toronto.
2,223 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 69.95
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This paper discusses how being elderly and gay in Toronto is not a positive experience. The paper explains that the experience is much the same for elderly gays in all cities and that elderly gay men are cut off from younger gay men and also from society. The paper points out that gays and lesbians in Canada have their own gay village right in the downtown area of Toronto and that this area is also known as the gay ghetto. The paper then looks at how the experience of elderly gay people is even worse than the discrimination that results from homophobia and it all has to do with ageism, which puts elderly gay men into yet another ghetto. In conclusion, the paper shows that elderly gay men are also faced with the issues of homophobia and ageism and the process of growing old in Toronto does not seem to have any advantages.
Outline:
The Gay Ghetto
Older Gays, Ageism, and Social Isolation
Other Problems of Elderly Gay Men
Conclusion
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"Gays are mainly found in two areas of Toronto. The first is the Gay Village; the center of that village is Church and Wellesley Streets. The Gay Village is a symbol of exclusion or how gays and lesbians are separate from general Toronto society. Homophobia still exists very strongly, and gays and lesbians are still struggling for equality with the rest of society. In the village, gays and lesbians found "an urban neighborhood that is populated by, and reasonably tolerates, a large number of queers" (Editorial 1). They accomplished something remarkable with the rundown urban neighborhood when they rented apartments that other people rejected and opened businesses where no one else would consider doing so."
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Nutrition, Health and Adolescence, 2007.
This paper discusses nutrition and health concerns for adolescents and develops a proposal to improve nutritional health in this age group.
1,993 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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The paper addresses specific areas of concern that relate to the adolescent age group with regard to nutrition and health. This includes micro-nutrient deficiencies, malnutrition and stunting, obesity and other nutrition-related chronic diseases and adolescents' eating patterns and lifestyles. The paper maintains that the solution to the problems of poor nutrition is an awareness of the problems. The paper contends that a multi-faceted and integrated program of nutrition awareness needs to be fostered in society.
Outline:
Introduction
Review of Nutritional and Health Concerns
Solutions
Conclusion
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"The nutritional requirements for adolescents and the concern that this has created in society, has prompted numerous studies and research articles on the topic. One of the many reason for the focus on nutrition and the adolescent is the increasing danger of obesity in contemporary society. America has reached what some critics claim to be a critical stage with obesity and obesity related health issues - especially with regards to the youth. Another reason for the focus on nutritional requirements is that it is this age group that is most affected by the quality of modern foodstuffs and mass produced products in society."
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Elderly Abuse, 2007.
A discussion and analysis of Dr. Monique I Sellas' research article "Elderly Abuse".
805 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 28.95
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The paper discusses how elderly abuse has recently surfaced as a growing problem within American society. The paper examines Dr. Monique I Sellas' research article "Elderly Abuse". The paper discusses Sellas' views that early detection of abuse is critical to help the elderly. The paper looks at Sellas' contention that doctors and nurses are not specific in their identification of elderly abuse and that there are no national services or information hotlines to help in the prevention and reporting of elderly abuse. The paper concludes that it is essential for both the government and society at large to recognize the abuse of the elderly as a major problem.
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"Elderly abuse has recently surfaced as a growing problem within American society. Although it has been a noted problem since the early 1970s, only recently did heavy media attention and the specific abuses to the elderly come to the national consciousness. Dr. Monique I Sellas explores this topic in her research article "Elderly Abuse". She begins her narrative by explaining that over the last 35 years; tremendous strides have been made in identifying and increasing the level of awareness over abusive relationships within the elderly. Domestic abuse is a very well-recognized and intense field of study, child abuse and domestic violence are issues that constantly receive national attention but elder abuse continues to be submerged as a null issue."
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Case Management and the Elderly, 2006.
An analysis of case management for the elderly using a specific case of an elderly man with diabetes.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 9 sources, $ 80.95
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This is a paper examines a health assessment of an elderly individual, including the choice of assessment tools, and the outcome and case presentation. Here, a 78 year old male with type two diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity and high cholesterol presented for a wound that did not heal properly. The assessment and decision for case management and the presentation on case management was based on the Neumann Systems Model which is a holistically based model calling for an interdisciplinary team.
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"Case Management and the Elderly: Case management is rapidly becoming a requirement for the growing population of elderly individuals who experience a chronic or debilitating health issue. This paper presents a comprehensive assessment of a 78 year old male diabetic patient who presented to a community clinic setting for problems related to a wound that was not healing properly and discusses the various assessments used and the role of case management. The case presentation will incorporate the comprehensive nature of health assessment requirements for the elderly consistent with the holistic nature of the Neumann Systems Model. Based on the case presentation, the need for a case manager and the development of a multi-disciplinary team of healthcare professionals in the community health setting are required. Plans for follow-up and continuity of care are provided as are schedules and type of monitoring and future evaluations."
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Artificial Hydration and Nutrition, 2005.
Examines the medical and ethical issues of AHN from a nursing perspective.
3,119 words (approx. 12.5 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 90.95
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Artificial hydration and nutrition (AHN) in the elderly and infirm can act as a way to sustain life. IV lines, as well as feeding tubes, are common examples of AHN treatment that are used as tools to prolong death. Questions arise as to when it is ethical to insert feeding tubes not only in the elderly, but also for those who are unable to swallow adequately enough to maintain the nutrition needed to survive. When looking at this issue, there are religious and spiritual concerns that are involved. This paper explores these concerns and researches the general use of feeding tubes from a nursing perspective.
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"The issue of Artificial Nutrition and Hydration will most likely be debated for years to come. The most important lesson to be learned is that nurses must value the opinion and beliefs of others. At the same time, nurses will have their own opinions and values. However, the duty of a nurse is to put personal values aside and use societal values while practicing. Hospital regulations and state laws will give the nurse the directions on how to act when a patient is in need of AHN treatment. At that point, the only ethical decision would be to follow orders from the top of the hierarchy. It is completely beneficial to the nurse to understand the controversy and the issue so they can empathize with those on both sides. By understanding the pros and cons of AHN treatment, the nurse can better equip the family of the ill to make a fully informed decision on what treatment is best for their situation."
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Coca-Cola and the Nutrition Bar Industry, 2008.
This paper evaluates Coca-Cola's potential entry into the nutrition bar industry.
1,934 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 61.95
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The paper focuses on three of the five forces described in Porter's five forces model, entry, supplier power and buyer power, in order to evaluate Coca-Cola's entry into the nutrition bar industry. The paper provides a description of this industry and shows how the company may have some barriers to entry related to patents and proprietary knowledge, asset specificity and minimum efficiency scale. The paper also relates that the power of buyers in this industry is significant unlike the power of the suppliers. The paper concludes that the nutrition bar industry has grown significantly and Coca-Cola may experience some profitability in this industry if it employs suitable strategies.
Outline:
Introduction
Nutrition Bar Industry
Entry into the Nutrition Bar Industry
Supplier Power in the Nutrition Bar Industry
Buyer Power in the Nutrition Bar Industry
Conclusion
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"The industry contains several segments including meal replacements, energy beverages and protein powders ("Energy and Nutrition Bars: Invigorating The Sports Nutrition Industry"). One article reports that the sports nutrition industry, made nearly $2 billion in 2003 sales, this was and increase of 13 percent from 2002 (Higgins). The article further explains that companies have been able to increase the sell of nutrition bars by improving the taste. In the past, nutrition bars had a chalky taste that was unappealing (Higgins). Today nutrition bars taste more like deserts and tend to come in fruit or chocolate (Higgins). In addition, companies have changed the manner in which these products are marketed, by advertising to a broader audience (Higgins)."
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Nutrition, 2002.
A discussion of nutrition and how vital it is to follow a good nutritional diet.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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This is a paper describing the importance of nutrition. The paper explains that without proper nutrition, many people would be sick. In fact, many people with cancer who eat the right foods actually live longer than expected. Nutrition is vital to children and adults.
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