Essays and Research Papers on Medical Issues

This 5 page paper discusses hemostasis, and argues that Pare’s use of ligature was the most important development ever made in the field. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

8 pages in length. Death of any origin requires a legal certificate that denotes the cause of demise, however, the reason for a death that is sudden and unexpected can keep prevent that cause field on the certificate blank for many months. Determining cause of death in this instance - which is defined ...

In twelve pages this paper examines the adverse drug reactions or metabolic changes that are associated with antipsychotic medications and also considers the implications of these antipsychotic drug reactions to the nursing profession. Ten sources are listed in the bibliography.

A 3 page discussion of the cellular and molecular makeup of the HIV virus that makes it such a formidable foe. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 15 page exploration of the condition also known as insulin-dependent diabetes, childhood-onset diabetes and juvenile-onset diabetes. This paper considers the causes, symptoms and treatment of this disease. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 3 pages research paper/essay that discusses the ethical considerations involved in the use of computed tomography (CT) scanning. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper discusses tobacco regulation and its connection to tobacco addiction. It also considers the way in which the media influences the use of tobacco. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 10-page paper examines the potential implementation of culturally competent care at Holy Redeemer, a clinic that cares for HIV/AIDs patients from a wide variety of demographics. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper describes Hemby Children’s Hospital in Charlotte, NC. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 4 page paper provides an overview of ADHD. Definitions, controversies and treatment are all discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper provides a summary of this article as well as a response to it. No additional sources cited.

This 3 page paper examines the problem with MSG. Some information from studies are relayed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper assessing the National Naval Medical Center's stated values with observed actions. The paper concludes that there are many aspects of NNMC's operation that should and does inspire pride in those associated with it; congruence between action and stated values is clear. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 7 page paper that begins with an introduction to Leininger's transcultural assessment model and the importance of cultural competence. The essay focuses on Arab-Americans, explaining and discussing issues related to health care from a transcultural perspective. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper examines a case study in An Anthropologist On Mars: Seven Paradoxical Tales by Oliver Sacks. Tourette's Syndrome is discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 3 page paper explicates an article about a study done on hospice and non-hospice care. Surprisingly, the survey shows no difference between the two groups with their attitudes toward quality of life. Bibliography lists 1 source.

An 11 page overview of anemia as it manifests with ABO incompability, hemolytic anemia,sickle cell anemia, thalassemia, pernicious anemia,iron deficiency anemia, polycythemia, and leukemia. Symptoms, causes, and treatments are discussed. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3-page paper focuses on three physical diagnosis resulting from life-based stressors. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 8 page discussion of the relative advantages and disadvantages of this approach to catheterization as opposed to the use of central venous lines. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper discusses the ethical limits, as well as the practicality involved in treating abnormal behavior. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

3 pages in length. The writer very briefly discusses the above topics. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper responds to different questions, most of which involve medical coding beginning with the constructs that affect medical coding. Other topics include cost shifting, time studies, case mix management, implementing electronic medical records and ethical lapses of two physicians discussing a patient while riding in an elevator. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

A 5 page research paper that discusses a case scenario involving Medicare/Medicaid fraud via "upcoding" billing practices. The writer discusses ramifications and qui tam lawsuits. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

3 pages in length. The writer discusses the pathophysiology of Phenytoin, the drug most commonly prescribed for epilepsy. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page summation of an article on sickle cell disorders. The writer describes the article and then offers opinion on its content. No additional sources cited and citation is incomplete.