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Mechanical Restraint in Hospitals, 2002.
A review of a research into the staffing pattern of mechanical restraint use across a multiple hospital system.
1,520 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper examines a research aimed at establishing a link between the limitation of mechanical restraint on patients and the staffing of nurses. It describes the various stages of the research.
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"The collection of the data was accomplished through the Data Management Center in the School of Nursing and through interviews and observations conducted by the researchers themselves. The variables that the collection of data was dependent on were the Data Management Center, but this was not clearly explained. The system that was used was certainly open to the influence of those handling the data. This could certainly affect the overall results. The design was certainly non-experimental as it depended on the data that was extracted from other sources as well as their own. Descriptive statistics were tabulated for all variables. There was a statistical test performed for each of the hypothesis and research question."
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Hospitals Administration, 2002.
A comparison between non-profit hospitals and profit hospitals.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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A paper that compares for profit hospitals with not for profit hospitals. Included is an interview with a hospital administrator on the subject.
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Trust between Management and Physicians in Hospitals, 2005.
A look at the need for, yet lack of, trust between physicians in hospitals and hospital management.
882 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper describes the conflict between the inherent objectives of hospital administrators and hospital physicians and how this conflict is the source of the erosion of trust between the two groups. The paper explains that the administrators' goals of conserving resources and containing hospital costs conflict with those of the doctors. It explains that the doctors' goal is to provide their patients with the highest quality care possible and that methods for dealing with this conflict have thus far been inadequate and may even compromise patient care. The paper then suggests that the best way to deal with the problem would be to hire high-quality trainers to conduct world-class, trust-engendering seminars for management and doctors, since none of the current methods for creating trust between doctors and management seem to be effective.
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"As for administrators, their sense of trust with physicians, Succi asserts, boils down to one area ? ?cost/quality management.? When alluding to costs of providing services to patients, therein lies a very important factor in running a hospital, and there is little doubt that administrators are keenly interested in keeping costs from rising out of sight. And since hospital administrators are ?rewarded for conserving resources and containing hospital costs? and physicians are gaining credibility for offering ever-higher levels of care, Succi believes these two conflicting concepts create an erosion of trust."
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The Origins of The Mechanical Clock, 2006.
A discussion and exploration of the origins of the mechanical clock.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, $ 53.95
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The mechanical clock is one of the most common technologies in the Western world. The fact that the mechanical clock is so common means that many people have a difficult time believing that there have been periods of time in which the mechanical clock did not exist. In this bibliographic essay the origins of the mechanical clock are examined. The paper demonstrates that the mechanical clock did not simply spring into existence as a result of a single innovation. Instead the mechanical clock resulted from a number of technological and social developments.
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Leadership Effects on Kuwaiti Hospitals, 2002.
Examines the effects of leadership on hospital performance in public and private hospitals in Kuwait.
16,628 words (approx. 66.5 pages), 66 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper describes a study focused on the question of how leadership style, as exhibited by administrators and physicians, impacts upon the performance of public and private hospitals in Kuwait. The literature indicates that when both public and private Kuwait hospitals are compared, significant differences in leadership styles (as observed via performance indicators and surveys of key actors) are identified; these leadership differentials are hypothesized to have a direct bearing upon hospital performance, specifically with regard to employee satisfaction, quality assurance and accountability, and measures of efficiency. Using a stratified 2X2 sample of key leaders (administrators and physicians), a survey instrument is administered to a total of no less than 100 such subjects in each of two hospital settings (public and private institutions). The study proceeds from the theoretical assumption that either transformational or transactional leadership styles will be identified by respondents as most closely associated with such variables as high quality of patient care, high levels of employee satisfaction and proactive, visionary leadership that is capable of motivating and inspiring staff throughout the organization. Descriptive and inferential statistics, including t-tests, are employed to assess the data generated by the study. Secondary data is included to augment the primary data obtained via the survey developed by the researcher, specifically with respect to measures of efficiency. The results, along with a comprehensive review of relevant literature, are presented in a final report.
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Abstract
Introduction
Review of the Literature
Theory and Hypotheses
Methodology
Plan of Analysis
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"Authentic leaders make transformations possible. They help others and their organization cope with change and complexity. They serve as role models, facilitators, mentors, and guides. They are self-actualizing and capable of assisting others in achieving ethics, vision, and belief in others. In other words, as Hollander and Julian (2000) have pointed out, it is the leader (who may or may not always be a designated manager or executive within an organization), who sets the basis for relationships within a group and thereby can affect outcomes. Leaders initiate structure and also affect the process that occurs within that structure. Hollander and Julian (2000) further note that leaders are those individuals with whom others identify."
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Leadership In Kuwaiti Hospitals, 2002.
Examines the effects of leadership on hospital performance in
public and private hospitals in Kuwait.
5,874 words (approx. 23.5 pages), 16 sources, MLA, $ 140.95
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This study examines the impact of leadership styles on the performance of public and private hospitals in Kuwait. Critical to this purpose is the association between leadership and performance measures. Performance measures examined include quality of care, employee satisfaction and employee perception of leadership efficacy. The study addresses the following questions - Do different styles of leadership have different impacts on quality in both public and private hospitals in Kuwait? Do different styles of leadership have different impacts on employee satisfaction in both public and private hospitals in Kuwait? Is there a relationship between leadership style and performance?
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"This dissertation prospectus presents an overview of a projected study focused on the question of how leadership style, as exhibited by administrators and physicians, impacts upon the performance of public and private hospitals in Kuwait. The literature suggests that when both public and private Kuwait hospitals are compared, significant differences in leadership styles (as observed via performance indicators and surveys of key actors) are identified; these leadership differentials are hypothesized to have a direct bearing upon hospital performance, specifically with regard to employee satisfaction, quality assurance and accountability, and measures of efficiency. Using a stratified 2X2 sample of key leaders (administrators and physicians), a survey instrument developed by the researcher will be administered to a total of no less than 25 such subjects in each of two hospital settings (public and private institutions). Descriptive and inferential statistics, including t-tests, will be employed to assess the data generated by the study. Secondary data will be included to augment the primary data obtained via the survey developed by the researcher, specifically with respect to measures of efficiency. The results, along with a comprehensive review of relevant literature, will be presented in a final report."
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Hospitals in the U.S., 2003.
A review of the development of hospitals in the United states.
920 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper reviews the history of hospitals in the U.S. The paper examines historic societal responses -- both individual and governmental -- to public health needs. The paper then discusses the role of public policy in addressing these needs. The paper traces the evolution of health care from specialized hospitals to integrated delivery systems. The paper concludes by reviewing the growth of managed care in the U.S. and its impact on hospitalization and hospital policy.
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Management of Metropolitan Public Hospitals, 2004.
This paper discusses various aspects of the management of metropolitan public hospitals.
2,260 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 79.95
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In this article, the writer looks at various aspects of the management of metropolitan public hospitals. The writer discusses that many of the public hospitals are in a state of crisis. The writer also discusses that there are many threats in the health care industry that can have a negative effect on the viability of public hospitals.
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"Many of the nation's public hospitals especially those in urban areas are in a state of crisis. Some have been or will be privatized, some are being sold to for-profit companies and others have simply been closed, as funds disappear and staff exits for more lucrative positions elsewhere. In the health care industry of today, numerous threats exist that can negatively impact upon the viability of public hospitals in metropolitan areas where they often represent the primary source of service ... "
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Thai Hospitals, 2004.
Looks at whether U.S. technology could have a beneficial impact or a negative impact on Thai hospitals.
3,817 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 104.95
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This paper looks at the relationship between the use of modern technology and mortality rates in hospitals. The paper illustrates how the mortality rate in Thai hospitals could be affected if U.S. technologies were used more profusely within community-based and private hospitals in Thailand. The data collected and presented in this study reveals the importance of advanced technology.
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"In Thailand hospitals, modern technology used in community hospitals is somewhat limited and typically consists of the use of X-Ray technology and ultrasound for imaging and diagnosis (Dionson, 2003). Many community hospitals currently lack the advanced technology available in US hospitals that has been proven to save lives. There are several private institutions within Thailand however, that do offer more advanced technology. However, Thai hospitals historically have focused on health improvement measures unrelated to technological advances, including alternative health care and prevention mechanisms. These aspects of health care will be excluded for purposes of conducting this study; however their relation to mortality rates and significance for future study use will be examined in some detail."
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Wired Hospitals & the Use of IT, 2006.
A look at how information technology is used in a hospital and other medical facilities.
1,967 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses the benefits of utilizing information technology in a hospital. According to the paper, a hospital that is using IT, is known as 'wired'. The paper then takes a look at a hospital that is considered to be one of the 100 most wired hospitals.
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Introduction
Positive Impacts of being "100's Most Wired Hospital"
On Medical Errors
On Public Trust
Negative Impacts of being "100's Most Wired Hospital"
On Administrators' and Medical Practitioners' Compliance
On Hospitals' Finance Performance
Conclusion
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"The said hospital has been using information technology to make a difference in patient and nurse safety. Hand-held personal computers for paperless charting, omnicell technology for medication dispensing, Vocera for communication among employees, wireless portable telemetry to monitor heart of the patients on 3 campuses from a centralized location and nurses' station and identity badges that allows the employees easy admission to selected within the hospital premises as well as the ability to charge meals or items in the cafeteria, gift shop or pharmacy are just some of the technologically integrated system in the said hospital. The public (such as the patients) and the medical professionals working in and out of this kind of hospital have already felt the impact of being with the "100's Most Wired Hospital."
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Chemical Mechanical Polishing of Copper, 2002.
An introduction to the general procedure of a chemical mechanical polishing process for copper.
2,209 words (approx. 8.8 pages), 27 sources, APA, $ 68.95
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This paper discusses how Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) is one of the most effective methods in achieving adequate local and global surface planarization and how chemical mechanical polishing of copper attracts a lot of interest. It examines the effects of different factors including the slurry, polishing pads and down force etc. on the quality of planarized copper layer in CMP Cu. It also presents, a new CMP copper technique with the name of ?Abrasive-free polishing (AFP)?.
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Introduction to CMP and CMP Copper(Cu)
Techniques of CMP copper
Removal Mechanism
Slurry-- Chemistry
Slurry?Abrasives Particles
Processing Factors
Polishing Pads
Abrasive-Free Polishing of Copper-a New Technique
Conclusions
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"Recent years have witnessed the rapid development of using copper (Cu) for low resistivity electrical connections in microelectronic devices.1,2 In fact, copper is one of most commonly used pure metals in the electrical industry because of its low conduct resistivity of about 6?10-8W-m and excellent mechanical properties as well. There are various methods to deposit Cu thin films, for example, electroplating, electroless plating, sputtering and thermal evaporation can be used.3.4 The copper thin films achieved by these techniques, especially those from the electrochemical techniques, are not planar enough to promise a successful multilevel interconnection. However, in fabrication of a logic device with five or more layers, at least one layer should be perfectly planar. Lack of layer planarity may lead to severe problems for photo-lithography (such as insufficient focus depth) and dry etching in sub 0.5 mm 5. Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP) is one of the most effective methods in achieving adequate local and global surface planarization.6 Therefore, chemical mechanical polishing of copper attracts a lot of interests in recent years."
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Public Hospitals, 2004.
Suggests strategies that would make public hospitals function more effectively.
1,902 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 60.95
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This paper looks at the technological, financial, and services challenges public hospitals are facing and offers strategies that would help them meet these challenges while still providing health care that is results-oriented, service-oriented, and competent. The paper offers suggestions for investing in infrastructure and strategies for augmenting emergency medical care and health care delivery systems. The paper also offers strategies for funding human resources, manging stake holders, and improving the politics of public hospitals.
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"The functions of public health care hospitals are becoming more and more complicated: medical technologies permit the stipulation of services at diverse levels of care; chronic patients need care, health promotion, as well as treatment services in manifold locations over a period of time; as well as economic issues compels for well-organized stipulation of services. These events appeal for a cautious management of services, teamwork of service providers and participation of patients."
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Mechanical Reproduction of Images, 2002.
Explores the way in which the mechanical reproduction of images e.g., television, distorts our vision of reality.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 26.95
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This essay discusses how mechanical reproduction has resulted in the retreat from reality. The techno-formulation of reality, which is the mechanical reproduction of images, has served to change human perception. The problem of prime time television serves as an example of this reality, since it fosters graphic incoherence.
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The Mechanical Pencil with Lights, 2005.
This paper describes a mechanical pencil design with LED lights, which was designed by the author.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper explains that the author was presented with the problem of improving upon an already tried and true design, the mechanical pencil. The author describes both the form and function of his mechanical pencil design, which has been modified to include small LED lights at the tip of the pencil. The paper relates that this design was chosen to accommodate writers who are required to write or take notes in less than ideal lighting conditions, such as film reviewers or students. The paper includes three design sketches.
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"The purpose of this paper is to describe the form and function of a mechanical pencil design that the author devised when presented with the problem of how to improve upon an already tried and true design. After all, the pencil has been around for a long time, even the mechanical pencil. It is unlikely that any major plausible modifications that could be made haven't already been attempted or are already in existence. Nonetheless, it was my intention to make a design modification to the existing basic mechanical pencil in order to counter what this author perceived to be a major oversight with the design of the mechanical pencil. Too often, writers are faced with doing work in low-level light conditions, such as in darkened auditoriums during a presentation or during a film on which a reviewer might wish to take notes."
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