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Ethical Dilemma in Treating a Six Year Old Boy with Meningitis
A specific view at one way an ethical dilemma can be resolved in medicine or nursing.
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The Effect of Opioids on Managing Dyspnea in Patients with Cystic Fibrosis
An in depth look at some of the research in managing dyspnea in patients with end stage cystic fibrosis using various routes of opioids.
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Brief Review of a New York Times Article on Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy
This is an example of a brief review of an article covering a current event in nursing. This is a common assignment to encounter in nursing school.
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What Is Recreational Therapy?
This was originally a school assignment. It is presented here with the original questions as headings.
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Videos: Occupational Therapy for Adults With Brain Damage
A discussion of two videos regarding brain damage and occupational therapy, complete with citations for students.
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Applying the Nursing Theory of Martha Rogers
A discussion on the application of the nursing theory of Martha Roger's and a brief comparison to the nursing model of Betty Neuman
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Pressure Ulcers: Treatment and Prevention
This is part two of a two part article on Pressure Ulcers (also known as "bed sores"). It discusses treatment and prevention of the condition. Warning: some imagery may be disturbing.
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Pressure Ulcers: Cause
This is part one of a two part article on Pressure Ulcers (also known as "bed sores"). It covers the cause and stages of the condition. Warning: Imagery may be disturbing.
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The Five Stages of Grief in "Lament for a Son"
A brief look at a book that describes the stages of grief the author went through in the time just after his son's death.
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Case Study: Neurological Assessment
An example of the specifics associated with neurological assessment.
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Blood Oxygenation in Newborns: More Complicated Than You Think
A look at the problems with collecting accurate pulse oximetry readings in newborns. This is for nurses or anyone else interested in the technical aspects of infant care.
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Wearable Devices to Reduce Fall Risks
This is an example of a proposal for addressing a clinical issue. The topic is the use of wearable devices for reducing fall risks in geriatric patients.
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Chickenpox and Community Health
This is a scientific article on the importance of varicella treatment and inoculation. It includes a description of chickenpox and its epidemiology.
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Cancer: Staging, Complications, and Side Effects of Treatment
This article discusses the staging of cancer and the various complications that arise during treatment.
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Nursing Staff Ratios
How does nursing staff ratios affect patient care? How are ratios affected by nursing leadership as compared to nursing management?
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Comparing Baha'i and Christian Worldviews
A brief comparative essay of the Baha'i and Christian faiths.
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Yoga and Quality of Life in Breast Cancer Patients
This paper explores a study on the use of yoga to improve the quality of life for female patients with breast cancer.
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Transformations in the Future of Nursing
This article discusses the Institute of Medicine's 2010 report on the future of nursing.
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Health Promotion in the Hispanic Population
Here's what you need to know about health disparities in the United States Hispanic population.
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Family Health Assessment Example for Nursing Students
This article provides an example of how to conduct a family health assessment for nursing students.
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Comparisons of Associate and Baccalaureate Degrees in Nursing
A discussion of the benefits of receiving additional education in the nursing field.
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The Epidemiology of Influenza
Influenza is one of the most commonly encountered deadly diseases. Due to its high survival rate, people tend to treat it as unimportant, thus aiding in its spread.
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How Important Is Learning Cursive, Really?
Many proponents of teaching children cursive cite psychological and neurological benefits; however, research supporting this notion is sparse.
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Ethics of Religious Restrictions in Nursing
A common ethical dilemma in nursing arises when the religious persuasion of parents making medical choices for their children clashes with the doctor's assessment of what's best.
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Cultural Themes in David Foster Wallace’s “Good People”
An analysis of the themes presented in "Good People" by David Foster Wallace, taking into account the author's own religious context.
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Characters and Symbols in "The Glass Menagerie"
"The Glass Menagerie" is one of Tennessee Williams's best-known plays. Learn about the symbolism in "The Glass Menagerie" as related to the play's characters and objects.
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The Setting of "Hills Like White Elephants"
For anyone studying this is literature class. Or for fun.
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99 Famous People of Ancient Western History
For anyone taking an ancient history class who needs a run down of some of the big names in antiquity.