Essays and Research Papers on Medical Issues

A 4 page review of the many concerns presented by cleft lips and cleft palates. The author defines these conditions and the type of care they necessitate. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page discussion of the benefits and potential side effects and contraindications of these two drugs. The author provides a side by side comparison of the pharmacological mechanisms of these drugs and concludes which is most suitable in specific situations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses whether or not the Hippocratic Oath encourages medical paternalism or patient autonomy; it finds that the Oath does encourage paternalism and suggests a way to begin revising it to encourage patient autonomy. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page paper which presents an overview of pain disorders and their treatment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page discussion of substance abuse in one of the more surprising segments of our society, that segment comprised by our medical professionals. The author contends that the same factors enter into determining this abuse as do with street users. In some estimations, however, the problem is much easier to address. Not only ...

A 7 page article critique that summarizes and analyzes a study performed by White, et al (2004), which investigated the efficacy of acupuncture treatments, versus placebo, in relieving chronic mechanical neck pain. No other sources cited.

A 5 page paper discussing how rising numbers of uninsured patients might affect New York City's Metropolitan Hospital Center (MHC) in the future, and some of the ways that MHC can act to meet those future challenges. The paper discusses staffing, physical space, technology and structural changes that the hospital could consider to help ...

A 6 page paper discussing the approach to quality that this public mental health facility provides to its patients and to the community. Glenwood Resource Center in Glenwood, Iowa is part of Iowa's Department of Human Services and is not accredited by JCAHO. It behaves, however, as a highly innovative and responsible organization ...

A 6 page overview of the homeostatic mechanisms through which the body regulates its internal temperature. This paper notes the importance of external factors such as ambient temperature and disease. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This is a 6 - page paper that discusses the stress and anxiety in family members who have a child or sibling undergoing a stem cell transplant. It briefly describes the procedure and then discusses studies which indicate that women with gravely ill children have high levels of stress. It suggests that psychosocial ...

A 4 page overview of this bone disorder. Associated with Vitamin D deficiencies, the condition is most often successfully treated with simple Vitamin D supplementation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

An 8 page research paper that investigates the possible ethical ramifications of biotechnological advancements that predict the advent of "designer babies," that is, children whose genes have been manipulated for certain traits or bodily characteristics. Based on futuristic predictions, the writer argues against the morality of such technology. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses some of the ethical considerations of organ transplantation. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 12 page overview of the epidemiology, prevention, and treatment of Meningococcal meningitis. This paper emphasizes the importance of a structured approach in combating this potentially catastrophic condition. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

8 pages in length. The writer chronicles a situation where the husband of a couple who sought marital counseling sues the therapist for having sexual relations with his wife. Ethical considerations are discussed. One-page outline included in page count. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses some overviews about organ donations, such as resources, what can be donated "alive" and "dead," and what is working (or not) about organ donation programs. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page discussion of the histological impacts of smoking. The author describes the breakdown of cellular membranes and the disruption that occurs in normal cell division as a result of smoking. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 5 page paper describes the thalidomide tragedy as well as the mechanism by which the drug causes damage. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

8 pages in length. The writer discusses cyborgs and organ donation/harvesting as they relate to the Scheper-Huges and Wacquant book entitled Commodifying Bodies. No bibliography.

5 pages in length. The tremendous need for therapeutic soft contact lenses finally brought about the first of its type in the early 1970s when the FDA approved its limited use in humans. Interestingly, this first prototype proved a better optical tool for veterinary use than its intended bipedal population. The most ...

A 5 page discussion of the multifaceted approach this disease requires in order to accommodate both patent and community needs. The nursing role extends from the bedside administration of medications and the monitoring of vital signs to administration of prophylactic medications to close contacts of the patient to the education of the community as ...

13 pages in length. The writer discusses the legal, ethical and religious aspects of taking one's own life. Bibliography lists 16 sources.

A 3 page overview of Down's Syndrome. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7 page paper examines several pieces of literature and applies it to the problems in health care . The topic of nurse burnout is broached. How to create a good system of leadership to turn things around is explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

10 pages in length. Long considered a condition influenced solely by psychological, physiological and environmental factors, researchers now believe there is a definite biological connection involved with anorexia nervosa. Findings indicate a difference in brain blood flow patterns, which carries a direct impact upon the way in which those suffering with anorexia nervosa ...