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Adult Development and Aging, 2006.
A paper discussing the reality that many of us will experience a decline in mental capacity and cognitive abilities as we age.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 2 sources, $ 53.95
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All of us must age one day, and many of us worry about it. While we all have to expect that there will be an inevitable decline in our physical bodies and appearance, many of us hope that at least we will be able to retain our mental capacity and so grow both older and wiser. However the reality is that aging is often accompanied by a decline in mental capacity. Worse still it can be accompanied by a gradual deterioration in our memories. This paper discusses the very real fear that many of us will have to cope with a deteriorating mental capacity and a decline in cognitive abilities as we enter old age.
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Geriatric Depression, 2006.
This paper discusses the significance of geriatric depression to gerontology.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper explains the ramifications of geriatric depression as a disorder that is often not diagnosed or treated in elderly patients. Sources reveal that depression is on the rise in geriatric patients, that doctors continue to miss it, and that many patients end up in chronic care situations due to failed treatment, or failed primary diagnosis.
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"Clinical depression in geriatric patients was rarely known as a psychiatric as opposed to geriatric condition, till recently. Doctors may still see symptoms of depression as part of ageing, as in the patient's knowledge of impending death. Kurlowicz noted almost 5 million Americans above the age of 65 diagnosed with major depression of whom 13% lived in the community, 24% as medical outpatients, and 43% in acute care and nursing home situations. (1999, 8) Guerrero-Berroa & Phillips comment that, "geriatric depression has become a major concern {as} one of the most common and debilitating mental disorders in older people". (2001, 15) Elderly Canadians are..."
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Living in the Labyrinth, 2006.
A review of Diana McGowin's book on Alzheimer's disease, "Living in the Labyrinth".
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, $ 44.95
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This paper compares the symptoms and experiences of Diana McGowin as reported in her book "Living in the Labyrinth", such as stigma and loss, with the symptoms and experiences reported in the literature about Alzheimer's disease.
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"Alzheimer's disease is "a puzzling form of dementia seen in people as young as 28 years of age, but most often encountered later in life" (McGowin, 1994, p. 141). Finley (1997, p. S177) states that "Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible, degenerative dementia. It primarily strikes the frontal lobe of the brain, which controls behavior, reasoning, emotional control, and cognition". Two other lobes and various areas of the brain are also affected, causing multiple loss of function."
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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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Nursing Leadership and Communications, 2006.
An analysis of the changing needs in the nursing profession as the "baby-boomers" age.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper argues that nursing in the 21st century will require a more direct focus on leadership and communication skills. As the baby-boomer generation begins to retire and enter their elderly years, nursing will be tasked with a growing number of patients that require specialized care. This fact, coupled with the evidence that there is already a nursing shortage throughout the world, will force modern nurses to contemplate leadership skills, as well as their ability to successfully communicate with patients and staff to ensure that quality care remains the profession's first priority.
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Leadership
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"Nursing in the 21st century will require a more direct focus on leadership and communication skills. As millions of individuals of the "baby-boomer" generation begin to retire and enter their elderly years nursing will be tasked with a growing number of patients that require specialized needs. This fact, coupled with the evidence that there is already a nursing shortage throughout the global society, will force modern nurses to comprehend leadership skills, as well as the ability to successfully communicate with patients and staff to ensure that quality care remains the profession's first priority. II Leadership."
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Life Span Research, 2005.
A study on the generational theory and the human life span.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper addresses the hypothesis that generational theory can be applied to understanding the sense of conflict that emerges between adolescents and seniors. The paper defines for the purposes of discussion, the term adolescents and seniors. The paper uses generational theory and hypothesizes that the sense of conflict that is observed from the interaction of these groups is attributed to these two populations coming from two distinctive generations that are separated by more than forty years.
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"One of the core principles in the study of generational theory is the observation that all generations appear to share attitudes and behaviors that are common to those maintained by their same-age peers. The concept of a generation is best described as a community that is identified by their years of birth, location, age, and shared life and social events occurring at critical periods in their development. Generational theory also indicates that there is a cycle, or saeculum, that "consists of four distinct periods, each lasting roughly 20 years. The uniqueness of the four periods explains why attitudes seem to change from one generation to the next; but in fact, the four periods simply cycle through about 80 years" (Rudich, 2001). As a result, the commonalities among members of a given generation not only separate them from the preceding generations but also separate them ..."
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The Case of the Mueller-O'Keefe Memorial Home, 2005.
A paper looking at long-term care management.
4,500 words (approx. 18.0 pages), 7 sources, $ 178.95
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The paper examines the case of the Mueller-O'Keefe Memorial Home and Retirement Village. The paper begins by introducing the mission statement of the retirement home and community. It then proceeds to outline some of the main objectives of the organization and presents some of the strategic issues at play. The paper outlines the general situation facing Mueller-O'Keefe and looks how this expansion does not lose sight of the company's long-standing commitment to the health and the well-being of its residents.
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"Mission Statement for Mueller-O'Keefe Memorial Home and Retirement Village. The aforementioned organization has developed an enviable reputation as a stalwart provider of nursing and geriatric care services for senior citizens. Quite simply, at least according to the facility's administrator, Tom Clark, Mueller-O'Keefe Memorial Home and Retirement Village has emphasized "excellent" basic care as a fundamental tenet of its operational ethos. The facility seeks to be "the highest quality, lowest cost home in the county" and its caring attitude towards clients and residents is predicated upon the best in Christian values (Aaronson 1995 p.244). Mr. Clark proceeds onward to note that the objectives of his organization are also informed by a noble sense of equality; that is to say, residents are not treated any differently based on payer status (Aaronson 1995, p.244)."
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Generativity vs. Self-Absorption, 2005.
An interview with Michael Jordan focusing on the characteristics of generativity versus self-absorption.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses an interview with an elderly person, by the name of Michael Jordan. The paper discusses the reasons that this man was chosen to be interviewed and what he the interviewer felt that he could contribute to the understanding of the importance of life and focusing on others. The paper focuses on the character traits of generativity versus self-absorption.
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"Running Head: An Interview with Michael Jordan An Interview with Michael Jordan: Generativity vs. Self-Absorption The person I chose to interview was Michael Jordan, a funeral home director. The reason that I chose this individual was because he has worked at the funeral home for over thirty years. If anyone understands the importance of life and focusing on others, it would be Michael Jordan. He is actively involved in the community, he is married with two children, and he has four grandchildren. Sadly, I met Michael Jordan when a friend of mine had died a few months ago, but I only had a brief conversation with him at that time. I called him telling him about my friend and asked if I could have an interview with him. I mentioned that it was a school project. "
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Depression in The Elderly, 2005.
An analysis of the factors leading to depression in the elderly population.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses depression in the elderly population. Particularly, the paper analyzes whether the factors that lead to an increase in or relief from depression in the elderly be used to help the elderly. The paper discusses depression in general and then specifically focuses on the elderly population and the effects of depression on that group.
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"Depression in the Elderly Introduction Depression is common among elderly adults that almost one-half of all elderly people suffer from it, and it affects quality and length of life, as well as care costs (Loughlin, 2004). Depression can range from mild to major, but the elderly will benefit if they receive treatment quickly. However, treatment works best when certain factors related to either an increase or a decrease of depression are taken into account (Loughlin, 2004; Zalon, 2004). This literature review has the research question: how can the factors that lead to an increase in or relief from depression in the elderly be used to help the elderly?"
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Women's Health, 2005.
An analysis of women and health, based on six newspaper articles.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses six different newspaper articles that look at the issue of women and health. The articles reflect a current analysis of menopause, hormones, pregnancy, fitness and birth-control, all important factors of the multi-faceted aspects of women's health. The paper individually analyzes the main aspects of each newspaper article.
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"Women's Health: Popular Trends In the popular media, the first glimpses one is given of the issue of women's health is centered in the superficiality of health issues--beauty and weight management. Naturally, these issues are central to health (beauty to overall health and weight management to lower health risks)--but it is not for these reasons that the media tends to idealize the slim beauty. However, if one continues looking, they can discover that there is a general awareness of certain women's health issues underneath that surface, some important ones being menopause, birth control, pregnancy and fitness."
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Rheumatoid Arthritis, 2005.
An analysis of rheumatoid arthritis and its management.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the nursing management of rheumatoid arthritis. The paper discusses giving a diagnosis for rheumatoid arthritis and the main ways that the condition presents itself. It also suggests factors associated with its appearance and common clinical manifestations. The paper then goes on to review the role of nursing in the condition's management.
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"Nursing Management of Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis According to Ryan and Oliver (2002, p. 45), rheumatoid arthritis is "an autoimmune symmetrical inflammatory arthritis of unknown cause". The condition involves inflammation of the lining of the joints and tendon sheaths of the body and thickening of the synovium and joint swelling. The condition mainly involves the hands and feet, but larger joints can also be affected. Factors associated with its appearance are infection, stress, and trauma. Clinical Manifestations The most common clinical manifestations, caused by the systemic nature of inflammation, are fever, weight loss, fatigue, anemia and lymph node enlargement."
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Hormonal Changes in Middle-Adulthood, 2005.
A discussion of biological and hormonal changes in human middle-aged adults.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, $ 71.95
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This paper discusses the various aspects of biological and hormonal changes in the human body that play a part in the Middle Adulthood stage of life-span development. However, the paper had a problem defining adequate psychological gender norms as they seemed over simplified and problematic, since the issues of passive/aggressive behavioral attributes are so widely spread between older males and females.
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"Psychology: Understanding and Evaluating Middle Adulthood in Relation to Gender Crossover, Psychology and Hormonal Changes in Lifespan Development This sociological study will evaluate and understand the various changes that occur when a human being reaches the Middle Adulthood stage of their lifespan development. By realizing the behavioral and biological changes associated with gender crossover and hormonal changes in personality. In this manner, one can realize how the body and the personality patterns change in relation to a gender pattern of external societal influences. In essence, through hormones, gender issues, and converging gender parallels, Middle Adulthood presents a stage of development that is congruous with lifespan development. This issue of hormonal changes that occur within the personality of a human being going through Middle Adulthood is important in life-span biology. The problem of evaluating gender roles in middle Adulthood is discovering the causal nature of human behaviors."
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