Tayo’s Healing Process in “Ceremony” by Leslie Marmon Silko
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This is a 5 page paper discussing the process of healing of the character Tayo in the novel “Ceremony” by Leslie Marmon Silko. Through Tayo’s interactions with three of main characters in the novel, namely Ku’oosh, Montano and Betonie, Tayo is able to understand that not only do the white man medicines not work on Tayo but neither do the traditional healing ceremonies work on the modern Pueblo Indian as demonstrated by Ku’oosh. Montano teaches Tayo the power of natural elements in his healing process but it is not until Tayo meets Betonie, the modern day medicine man does he realize that it is the fusion of traditional and modern day elements that make the strongest healing regimen. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Benefits and Risks of Human Consumption of Cocoa
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This 20 page paper provides an overview of the issue of human consumption of cocoa and the varied studies that exist. This paper integrates a view of the current studies on the use of cocoa and the human consumption of cocoa as it impacts health. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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The Benefits of Massage Therapy in Treating Multiple Sclerosis
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A 6 page overview of the benefits of massage therapy in treating multiple sclerosis. Emphasizes that while there is little direct research regarding the positive effects of massage on multiple sclerosis in particular, there is considerable evidence that massage can be beneficial in relieving many of the discomforts such as those associated with the condition. Includes information on the diagnosis and manifestation of multiple sclerosis as well as on the physiological benefits of massage. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Best Choice; A Placebo or Traditional Treatment
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This 5 page paper looks at the arguments for and adjacent the use of placebos in different medical conditions. Differentiation psychological and non psychological is made and case study evidence is used to form the arguments for and against the use of placebos in medical treatment. Other considerations included are economical and ethical. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
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The Concept of Holism in Nursing
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A 5 page overview of the concept of holism as it applies to nursing. This paper contends that the concept of holism is integrally linked with the goals and objectives of nursing. Holism, after all, embodies the concept of healing. Holism embodies another concept as well, however, that is the concept of caring. It is a concept which is intimately entwined with energy flows, touch, and complimentary or alternative therapies but it is also a concept which can be compared with such prominent nursing theories as Hildegard Peplau's Theory of Interpersonal Relations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPnrsHol.rtf

The Effectiveness of Acupuncture in the United States
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5 pages in length. Explains the use and effectiveness of acupuncture, its introduction to the United States and some of the mind and body connections.
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THE MIND/BODY CONNECTION AND PSYCHONEUROIMMUNOLOGY
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This 6 page paper discusses the connection betwen the mind and body on the health of a person. Specific examples are given, conclusions drawn. Quotes cited from the text: Mind/Body Connection by Hafen, Karren, Frandsen, and Smith. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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The Relationship Between Diet and Cancer
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This 5 page paper provides an overview in respect to dietary factors as they relate to cancer. Research includes information related to prevention as well as foods that are beneficial in helping cancer patients. Recent research is included. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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The Use Of Acupuncture In Pain Management
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Acupuncture is becoming a popular treatment for pain management. This 5 page paper argues that popularity of acupuncture is based on its effectiveness, however; its continued use by those in the international medical community is based on the research that confirms its effectiveness. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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The Use of Herbal Medicines
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This 6 page paper addresses the subject of herbal medicines and whether or not they should be used in conjunction with prescription drugs. Echinacea and St. John's wort are specifically mentioned. The paper concludes that using herbal products can be beneficial but caution should prevail. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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The Use of the Batista Procedure: The Partial Left Ventriculectomy
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This 16 page paper provides an overview of the Batista Procedure, the use of the partial left ventriculectomy. This paper integrates a view of the procedure as an alternative to heart replacement or transplant surgery. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Therapeutic Touch and Nursing Intervention
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This 6 page report discusses concepts related to therapeutic touch of “TT” and its application in nursing. The assumption of the practice is that the healing energy that can be transferred through touch can serve as an important component in the overall healing process of an injury and the ways in which a patient responds to conventional treatments. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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