Computerized Tomography Scans (CT) and the Diagnosis of Appendicitis
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A 10 page discussion of the diagnostic procedures which are preferred for acute appendicitis. The author compares the value of collecting a detailed clinical history and symptoms with that of more elaborate tests such as computerized Tomography. The contention is presented that although CT offers some advantages in some cases, it all too often results in a time sink which compromises patient welfare. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPappend.rtf

Concern for the Present and Future: Healthcare
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A 5 page paper discussing uneasy changes in access to healthcare. An old saying holds that “the more things change, the more they stay the same.” That old saying appears to be operational in the health care industry, as increasing numbers of people are left without insurance but do not qualify for government programs or assistance. Health care formerly was only for those who could afford it; unless we make changes in the existing health care infrastructure, we could be headed there again. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KShlthCareFut.rtf

Conflict Resolution -- the Nurse and the Assistant
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This 4 page essay discusses a hypothetical situation in which a nurse and a health care assistant have a conflict while working in a hospital ICU. Issues related to conflict resolution, communication, and cooperation are discussed. No reference sources are used.
Filename: BWhcaicu

Continuing Medical Education
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A 16 page paper providing an overview of the current state of continuing education for physicians. Not only medicine has changed in today’s world, however, so has all of education. Continuing medical education (CME) holds promise today that never existed in the past. The paper discusses characteristics of adult learners; new approaches to interactive learning; patient outcome; changes in physician behavior resulting from CME; and implications of commercial (i.e., pharmaceutical company) involvement. The paper also includes proposed changes in accreditation of commercially-supported programs current in 2003. Bibliography lists 19 sources.
Filename: KSmedContEdu.rtf

Coping With Breast Cancer
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6 pages in length. One might readily surmise that myriad breast cancer patients have significant difficulty coping within their situation, no matter if they are long-time survivors or in the midst of treatment. In order to meet the needs of this particular population, it is important to tap into the vast psychological issues that are inherently associated with physical and emotional survival. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCbrest.wps

Coping with Breast Cancer
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A 6 page research paper that consists of a literature review on studies addressing the stress and coping skills involved with having breast cancer. There is a large body of research focusing on how stress affects breast cancer and breast cancer survivors, as well as on how to help women cope with this diagnosis. This examination of this body of research demonstrates that while some studies are informative and encouraging, there is still much to be learned on this topic. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: khcopcan.rtf

Cost Analysis Nurse Practitioner
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This 25 page paper includes a 9 page annotated bibliography. There are a number of topics discussed in this paper, including the cost analysis for adding a nurse practitioner to the staff of a hypothetical physician family practice. Topics discussed include the increasing numbers of nurse practitioners found in doctors' offices and clinics; information regarding nurse practitioners and what they can do; studies that have demonstrated the value of nurse practitioners, the problems faced by a hypothetical family practice, the cost analysis and decision to hire a family nurse practitioner. Data are included. Two graphs included. Annotated bibliography lists 25 sources.
Filename: PGnpanl.wps

Cost-Benefit Analysis & Health Care
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As health care costs soar, health care providers and governmental agencies have struggled to determine the cost effectiveness of procedures, clinical processes and medical settings. This 11 page paper reflects the nature of cost benefits analysis and the implications for the health care industry. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Costben.wps

Creating an Asthma Education Program
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An 8 page research paper which examines topics which should be covered in establishing an education program which will empower both the asthma patient and the patient's family to take control of this chronic, yet controllable disease. The writer covers such topics as creating a personalized care plan, the role of allergens, and how to control them in the home environment. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Asthmaed.wps

Critical Thinking Case Study: Revamping Quality Assurance and Clinical Pathways to Improve Cost Effectiveness
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A 5 page case study of the Fictional Faith Memorial Hospital. The problem confronting the organization is meeting the terms of their commitment to promote the health and well-being of the people in the communities we serve through a comprehensive continuum of services while at the same time reducing operating costs. An overview of the internal problems which exist at Faith Memorial is used to demonstrate the importance of revamping quality assurance plant and clinical pathways. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPmedSol.rtf

Cultural Aspects Of Nursing
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Those countries attuned to the Western method of health care see the role of the nurse as straightforward: to care for the physical needs of the patient, record keeping and assisting with medical procedures. This 5 page paper argues that while a nurse in the United States or Canada may be well trained to meet emergencies, the rural nurse of the Philippines and Mexico is much more likely to need that knowledge as well as being less likely to have it from a 'certified institute of learning'. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KTnurcul.wps

Cultural Aspects Of Women's Health Care
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A 5 page review and critique of an article of this same title. The article offers some specific statistics regarding illnesses, mortality and morbidity in different cultures as it affects women. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: Womnhlth.rtf