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Aging and Health Care
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A 6 page discussion of the health care system as it addresses the elderly patient. The number of elderly patients in our population is increasing at a phenomenal rate. Our health care system, however, does not always address the needs of those patients in the most exemplary manner. The relationship between aging, quality of health care, and even health care utilization is integrally tied to a number of societal factors. These factors include cultural differences, our perceptions regarding the elderly, and even politics and the economy. Utilizes information gleaned in an interview with an elderly patient to reiterate these concerns. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPmedAge.rtf
Aging And Nutrition
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A 6 page paper. The US Census Bureau reported there were more than 35 million Americans over the age of 65 in the year 2000 and those over the age of 85 are the largest growing population. The data regarding the proportion of seniors who do not have adequate nutrition on a daily basis is alarming. This paper explores the data and the reasons so many of our elderly do not receive adequate nutrition. The writer also reports the most recent guidelines regarding a proper diet for persons over 65. These guidelines include recommendations for food categories and for specific vitamins. The results of a lack of these daily nutrients are included. B Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PGafnut.rtf
Aging and Senility
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A 5 page overview of the myths and misperceptions regarding senility. Senility is not an unavoidable result of aging. Through education we can overcome these myths and live a better quality of life. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPeldSen.rtf
Aging, Health, and Health Service Utilization: A Political and Economic Perspective
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A 6 page review of the relationship which exists between meeting health care needs, politics, technology, and increasing life spans. Health care systems around the world operate on the basis of an intricate balance between economy, politics, and medical need. In the midst of this balance we find dramatic advancements in technology and pharmacology which, while tremendously valuable from a health care perspective, put more and more drain on troubled economies. We consequently turn to our politicians to work out the conflicts which erupt. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPnrsEcn.rtf
AIDS
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A 3 page overview of AIDS. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAaids8.rtf
AIDS and HIV in Correctional Facilities
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A 5 page paper which examines the
condition of AIDS and HIV in correctional facilities and inmate healthcare. Bibliography
lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAaidspr.rtf
AIDS and South Africa: A Global Perspective
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An 8 page outline of the problems facing South Africa in terms of effectively addressing the AIDS epidemic. This paper assesses the AIDS epidemic in the region from the perspective of the cultural behaviors and mindsets which continue to feed it. The contention is presented that the most effective address of the problem must overcome the cultural refusal to acknowledge it. Home testing coupled with government-enforced mandatory attendance at educational workshops is proposed as being a solution which will ensure self-awareness, avoid social ostracization, and hopefully spawn positive behavior change. A free one-page solution outline is included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPaidsAf.rtf
AIDS as Related to Behavior in the Young Adult Population
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of HIV and AIDS as it manifests in the population between ages 18 and 24. Attitudes about behavior is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA210AID .rtf
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