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Technology in Instructional Delivery, 2008.
This paper explores the use of technology in instructional delivery in nursing schools.
710 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 25.95
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The paper discusses how technology allows for innovative and creative teaching methods as well as allowing students to attend nursing school via a virtual classroom or through pod cast, CD and DVD technologies. The paper notes the need for instructors to be thoroughly educated in the technologies and their many uses and discusses how support systems must be in place. The paper concludes that the use of technology can create a unique and rewarding learning experience for the student as well as an advanced method of teaching for the instructor.
Outline:
Hardware, Software, and Support Considerations
Technology Competency Skills Required by Educator
Conclusion
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"The use of technology in instructional delivery in nursing schools has become more and more common in this interconnected world. The Internet provides immense opportunities for the use of such technologies, as many educational institutions are now using these methods to teach those who may not be able to attend traditional classes in a normal classroom setting. The next logical step for many nursing schools has been "expanding their program...to find a solution that would allow them to make their course available via the Internet" (Dimaria & Ostrow, 2004, p. 42).
"The use of web-based conferencing is becoming much more popular today, and in essence is a virtual classroom. This is a great advantage for students who have educational conflicts due to employment schedules, childcare, and/or transportation considerations, which have been common barriers to achieving an education for many.
Since the advent of the "iPod", "pod casts" have been a popular means of obtaining video and audio from the Internet. A student can access and download a lecture from a designated website at the student's leisure, and listen to or view the content at their convenience."
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Electronic Medication Administration, 2008.
This paper determines the effects electronic medication administration records (EMARs) have had on reducing medication administration errors and improving patient safety.
1,639 words (approx. 6.6 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 53.95
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The paper addresses the hypothesis that the use of electronic medication administration records (EMARs) should significantly improve overall medication administration accuracy in terms of efficiency, effectiveness and safety of medication administration. The paper shows how electronic methods remove risks of inattention or fatigue and maintains that patient safety should not be compromised by unnecessary and preventable clerical errors in medication administration.
Outline:
Introduction
Significance to Nursing
Review of Literature
Summary
From the Paper
"Presently, error reduction in patient identification in hospital relies on accuracy of data collection and strict adherence to procedures ensuring the relay of patient data is error-free. This often involves a "human factor," because the steps involved, from the recording of data to signing out blood from the blood bank involves one or more personnel, each prone to errors, most especially when tasks are repetitive and fatigue sets in. Usually, these extreme situations are avoided but not totally. In this sense, another solution must be found to further reduce patient identification errors in blood transfusions."
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The Four Central Nursing Concepts, 2008.
This paper focuses on the nursing theories of Dorothea Orem, Jean Watson and Rosemary Rizzo Parse.
1,364 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 45.95
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The paper presents an overview of the central concepts of nursing by numerous nursing theorists. The paper focuses on the theories of Orem, Watson and Parse. The paper points out that a single nursing theorist is usually insufficient for addressing complex patient needs and diverse situations.
From the Paper
"Nursing theorists provide the entire foundation of nursing knowledge, and their theoretical frameworks offer an approach and guide to nursing. Every nursing theorist uses four metaparadigm concepts or common themes of nursing: person, health, environment, and nursing. All nursing theories reflect the metaparadigm concepts of nursing as well as a holistic view. Along with skills, nurses use these paradigmatic concepts to gain a holistic perspective which focuses on nursing as a discipline and science rather than on other disciplines such as biomedicine (Arslanian-Engoren & Hicks, 2005)."
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The Human Papilloma Virus, 2008.
An exploration of the etiology of human papilloma virus (HPV) and whom it affects in the general population.
1,511 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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The paper summarizes three articles on the topic of the human papilloma virus (HPV): "Quadrivalent HPV Recombinant Vaccine (Gardasil) for the Prevention of Cervical Cancer" by Angie L. Goeser, "The Effect of Prophylactic Human Papillomavirus L1 Virus-Like-Particle Vaccine on Risk of Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia Grade 2, Grade 3, and Adenocarcinoma in Situ: A Combined Analysis of four Randomized Clinical Trials" by S. Kjaer M. Lehtinen G. Perez and L. Villa and "Efficacy of a Quadrivalent Prophylactic Human Papillomavirus L1 Virus-Like-Particle Vaccine Against High-Grade Vulval and Vaginal Lesions: A Combined Analysis of Three Randomised Clinical Trials" by Mauricio Hernandez-Avila and Elmar A. Joura, Sepp Leodolter and Cosette M. Wheeler. The paper
discusses the articles' tremendous implications for health care and community health education. The paper then explains that cervical cancer is the second most common cause of cancer and resulting cancer death in women worldwide. The paper explains further that since the yearly Pap smear given to women cannot detect certain types of cancerous cells or lesions, the need for this type of vaccine to prevent HPV-related diseases is sorely needed.
Outline:
Three Literature Reviews:
Article One
Article Two
Article Three
Implications for Health Care and Community Health Education Based on the Studies' Conclusions
From the Paper
"Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) has been "identified at a higher rate in the tissue of women diagnosed with cervical cancer than among nonaffected controls (citing Salmeron et al, 2003; Balmes, Ritz, & Tager, 2005, p. 245). The disease can cause pathologies including, but not limited to, pain during intercourse, chronic pelvic pain, ectopic pregnancy, genital warts, and penile, anal, cervical, and vulvar carcinoma (Immerman & Mackey, 1997, p. 443; Lytwyn & Sellors, 1997, p. 113). The disease is believed to be sexually transmitted and is the "second most common cause of cancer and cancer death in women worldwide, with 80% of cases occurring in the developing world...95% of cancers of the uterine cervix are caused by certain types of human papillomaviruses" (citing Franco 1994; Lytwyn & Sellors, 1997, p. 113). Although Papanicolaou (Pap) tests have led to the decrease in mortality rates caused by cervical cancer, approximately 230,000 women per year die from the disease worldwide (Kjaer, Lehtinen, Perez, & Villa, et al, 2007, p. 1861)"
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Mental Health Therapist, 2008.
An explanation of the work of mental health therapists.
841 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 29.95
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This paper describes the role and ethics of a mental health therapist and the importance of putting the needs of the clients first and allowing them to maintain dignity at all times.
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"Proceeding further, an ethical counselor will recognize that he or she is in a position of power relative to his or her clients. As a result, fostering dependency or using someone's vulnerability to exploit him or her in some way - sexual and/or financial exploitation are the two things that come to mind immediately - is repellant and not at all what counseling should be about. To put it another way, an ethical counselor will put the needs of his or her clients first and will not use a respected professional position for self-aggrandizement that comes at the expense of others."
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Bar-Codes in Nursing, 2008.
This paper discusses the use of bar-code technology and medication observation within the medical field.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 35.95
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In this article, the writer provides a critique of the article "Using Bar-Code Technology and Medication Observation Methodology for Safer Medication Administration" by Paoletti RD, Suess TM, Lesko MG, Feroli AA, Kennel JA, Mahler JM et al. The writer notes that the use of technology as an adjunct to hospital unit administration is a relatively recent trend that is slowly becoming a standard among hospitals that can afford the shift to these technologies with minimal resistance from personnel. The writer discusses that these technologies have a demonstrated preventive benefit particularly in terms of detecting medication errors and in deterring erring nursing personnel from bad practice habits. The writer notes that the article discussed details the benefits of one such technological innovation already in use in many hospitals.
Outline:
Introduction
Analysis of Research Report
Problem Statement
Study Purpose
Research Hypotheses or Questions
Conceptual Model/Theoretical Framework
Review of Related Literature
Study Design
Target Population and Sample
Data Collection Methods
Findings and Implications for Practice, Education or Future Research
Summary
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"The research paper did not pose any research questions, nor did it assert any hypotheses to that effect. The lack of these elements in this paper did not detract from comprehending what the research intended to report primarily because of the simplicity of the primary purpose of the study, i.e. to reduce medication errors. A possible research hypothesis would be to the effect of: the implementation of BCMA would significantly lower the number of medication errors committed compared to handwritten medication administration and EMAR."
"The study's independent variable was the method of medication administration through one of three means: BCMA, EMAR and manual, handwritten medication administration. The dependent variable measured was the number of errors."
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Substance Abuse, 2008.
This paper discusses drug trends on college and university campuses.
1,062 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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In this article, the writer notes that it is a fact that college students and their alcohol and drug use are almost inevitably linked, at least in the minds of the general public. Prospective students rate educational institutions not only for their value in terms of academics, but also in terms of their reputation as being "party" schools. The writer maintains that as a result, alcohol and drug use are an ever present force in college students' lives. The writer discusses that even though the presence of drugs on campuses might be a constant, the manner in which they are present is inconsistent. The trends that are seen in student drug use can lead to policy changes, both on and off campus. This paper is used to examine some of these trends, as well as the policy changes that might have resulted from them.
From the Paper
"This trend seems to be consistent on a national basis among college athletes. A report on Infofacts states that a study run in 2001 indicated that 81% of student athletes used alcohol in the preceding year. This figure had dropped from the 89% that had been reported in 1989. The percentage of student athletes abusing alcohol was almost twice that of students in the general population. Interestingly, this trend seems to be contradicted in Williams which indicates that student athletes report less frequent drug and alcohol use over their non-athlete peers. It is possible that these results are due more to the National Collegiate Athletic Association's drug testing policies, however, rather than from any voluntary trend of use. It is also possible that this trend is a result of under reporting the use of drugs and alcohol."
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Parents' Lifestyles and Type 1 Diabetes, 2008.
A proposal of three research methods to identify whether parents' backgrounds can be associated with the emergence of Type 1 diabetes in children.
3,436 words (approx. 13.7 pages), 20 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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The paper reveals that genetic predisposition to Type 1 diabetes alone cannot explain the overall rate of increase of this disease among children. The paper proposes three research methods in which the lifestyle backgrounds of parents with children who have Type 1 diabetes can be addressed. The paper explains that the purpose of this research is to identify a methodology that best assesses the parents' lifestyle choices to see if there is evidence of behaviors that may influence the onset of Type 1 diabetes in children.
Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Paper
Part I: Qualitative Case Study Method
Part II: Qualitative Action Research Method
Part III: Qualitative Critical Literature Review Method
From the Paper
"Research into diabetes in children is a health care issue, a family care issue, and can emerge into a social issue if the child's status as a diabetic affects his or her personal health outcomes (Neumark-Sztainer et al, 2002; American Diabetes Association, 2006; Becker & Goldfine, 2006; Eppens et al, 2006). Incidences of Type 2 diabetes have increased dramatically over the last three decades due to environmental factors that predispose adults, adolescents, and children to acquire a disease typically referred to as "adult-onset diabetes" (American Diabetes Association, 2006; Becker & Goldfine, 2006; Eppens et al, 2006). However, Type 1 diabetes has been almost exclusively linked to genetic factors in humans, as this is a genetic disease that is passed along from the parents to the child within the child's genome (American Diabetes Association, 2006; Becker & Goldfine, 2006; Eppens et al, 2006)."
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Breastfeeding, 2008.
This paper studies the article "Breastfeeding Among Low-
Income Women with and Without Peer Support" by Jean Penrose Arlotti.
1,319 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 44.95
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In this article, the writer examines Jean Penrose Arlotti's article, "Breastfeeding among Low-Income Women with and without Peer Support", which discusses the effects of peer support on breastfeeding among low-income women during the first three months after giving birth. The writer notes that the problem identified in the article was the busy lifestyle of women that interfered with breastfeeding and the lack of prenatal education and support regarding breastfeeding given to low-income women. The writer concludes that the study is clear and concise and could be replicated sufficiently with the proper sample group and support participants.
Outline:
Purpose of Study and Identify Problem
Examine Literature Review
The Study Framework or Theoretical Perspective
Research Objectives, Questions, or Hypotheses
Sample Setting
Measurement Instrument Used in the Study
Procedures for Data Collection
Statistical Analyses Used
Researcher's Interpretation of Findings
Study Limitations Identified by the Researcher
Researcher Generalization of Findings
Implications of the Findings for Nursing
Suggestions for Further Study
The Study is Sufficiently Clear to Replicate
From the Paper
"The independent variables that were operational within the study included whether the participants belonged to a group with a peer counselor or a group without a peer counselor; whether the women belonged to a breastfeeding class; whether the women knew others who breastfed; and whether each woman was given support for breastfeeding. The conceptual independent variable was the mother's career plans after birth. The operational dependent variables in the study dealt with the actual amount of time the women in the study breastfed their babies, while the conceptual dependant variables included peer support, family support, and the effects of breastfeeding education. The research variable, both conceptually and operationally was the time frame that the study was conducted within. The demographic variables used in the study were age of the breastfeeding woman; her education level; marital status; race or ethnicity; her career plans after the child's birth; and whether she planned to breast or bottle-feed her child, or both."
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Myocardial Infarction and Pulmonary Edema, 2008.
An case study assessment and diagnosis of a patient with anteroseptal myocardial infarction (MI) and pulmonary edema.
2,445 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 74.95
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The paper summarizes a patient's condition of anteroseptal myocardial infarction (MI) and pulmonary edema. The paper discusses the medications currently being administered to the patient and details the more pertinent drugs. The paper also outlines the short and long-term care of the patient, particularly in terms of nursing management. The paper then explains that this patient has a life-threatening chronic illness and concludes that future complications as well as another MI will only be avoided by strict compliance with health teaching about medications, diet and lifestyle.
Outline:
Introduction
Assessment and Medical Diagnosis
Pathophysiology
Medications
Nursing Interventions
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The medical diagnosis for Patient 00-065 is anterial MI and pulmonary edema. Myocardial infarction is defined by Fenton and Stahmer (2006, p. 1) as "the rapid development of myocardial necrosis caused by a critical imbalance between the oxygen supply and demand of the myocardium". The cause usually is thrombus formation in a coronary vessel. To assess the patient and to identify and categorize the MI that can range from unstable angina to ST-elevation MI, doctors use cardiac markers. ST-elevation and other categories will be identified from the electrocardiogram."
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Youth Crime, 2008.
This paper examines Orem's self-care theory in relation to teenagers who instigate crimes.
875 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper discusses Miami, Florida's trend of attacks on the disabled, elderly and homeless by teenagers. The paper looks at Orem's nursing model and demonstrates how community health nursing interventions might be used for this vulnerable population. The paper explains that community nurses will need to advocate for change and collaborate with agencies such as the Miami-Dade County Youth Crime Task Force (YCTF). The paper shows how through use of the model, youth can enlarge their options for decision-making, can begin to be empowered and to enjoy improved quality of life.
From the Paper
"Miami, Florida is the site of a most disturbing trend of attacks on the disabled, elderly, and especially the homeless. What makes these crimes so socially significant is that they very often are committed by preadolescent children who are influenced by teenagers. In a recent highly publicized case, a Vietnam veteran who was both disabled and homeless was severely beaten with bricks by a teenager and two ten-year-old boys. In another case, a homeless man was beaten to death by two teenagers; the crime was captured on a bank security tape."
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