Essays and Research Papers on Medicine / Mixed issues

This 11 page paper details the effects of dehydration on the body, some common causes, and the treatment of mild to severe dehydration. Examples are given, for both the geriatric patient and for a pediatric application. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 99 page paper. The revenue cycle is the process by which services are provided, charges are made, cash is generated. It includes all the functions from scheduling the patient through final bill resolution. Medical practices, hospitals and other health care facilities lose money because claims are denied. This paper addresses numerous issues involved in ...

This 7 page report discusses alternative reproductive biotechnologies such as in vitro fertilization, cloning, and surrogate motherhood. The writer presents the concept of utilitarianism as best-serving as an ethical and moral framework by which such biotechnologies may be considered and validated. The moral and ethical considerations of corporations are also considered within such a context. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page report discusses how, in school, it may seem as though "ethics," fall into some clear cut areas, and we might nod a little to ourselves, thinking we have a rough handle on the types of moral decisions we might be considering during our professional lives This author suggests that another layer of parameters exists concerning elder abuse, ...

This 5 page report discusses Traditional Chinese Medicine and the fact that it is finally gaining a certain measure of respect in the Western world. Physicians trained in Western or “modern” medicine dismissed traditional Chinese medicine, sometimes referred to as TCM as nothing but superstitious quackery. However, in the past few decades, even those medical experts who were most opposed to traditional ...

4 pages in length. The writer discusses the following aspects of Albinism: symptoms, causes, risk factors, preventative measures, complications, current/past treatment and future prognosis for treatment. Bibliography lists 4 source.

This 5 page paper encompasses the whole span of the stem cell debate, from the business practices, research facilities, processes, legislation and debunks some of the more popular myths about stem cell research. 5 sources provided.

12 pages in length. The world of medicine has witnessed a significant shift in treatment since the population has taken a great interest in the alternative approach. One of the most sought-after treatments in contemporary society is that of holistic health, which is comprised of myriad modalities from which to choose. In ...

9 pages in length. The frustration that stems from Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) often has parents reaching for the fastest acting remedy: Ritalin. Sustained use of this drug, however, has given rise to myriad concerns related to threats upon the child's overall health and well being such as cancer. As a means ...

This 6 page report discusses the actual physiological processes that the body goes through during a cold. Virtually everybody understands that a cold causes a person to sneeze, have trouble breathing, ache, and all the rest but this report examines why that happens, how the body reacts, and what the actual physiological parameters are of the sniffing-sneezing-coughing-i-gotta-get-some-rest realities are of the “common” ...

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the deadly cancer. The disease is discussed and the various types of leukemia are noted. Treatment, diagnosis, etiology and outlook are all included, in addition to new research. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A Theological and Ethical Debate; This 5 page paper consider the views regarding the use of stem cells and the debate that is currently raging. The writer uses Pope Leo XIII's Rerum Novarum in order to give a basis to the theological arguments as well as current sources. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 10 page report discusses what an “integrated clinical pathway” is and the purposes associated with it Simply enough, a clinical pathway is precisely what the name suggests . . . a path to follow. It serves as a multi-disciplinary guideline in relationship to the treatment, prognosis, and outcomes a nursing team might expect to see regarding a particular patient’s ...

This 5 page paper is a concisely written description of this condition. The writer explains the causes of the syndrome, the incidence, the symptoms and the treatments for this disease. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 10 page paper analyzes the book Ebola by William Close. Close was in Zaire during the first outbreak of the disease. The novel represents a true life event and is evaluated in terms of characterization but non-fictional elements are discussed as well. Actual information about Ebola is presented. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A paper which looks at the advances which have been made recently in stem cell research, and at some of the applications of stem cell cultures in the study of cellular development, pharmaceutical testing, and the treatment of patients who would otherwise require organ transplants. Bibliography lists 3 sources

6 pages in length. The Emergency Medical Service (EMS), which is comprised of Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), firefighters and other rescue personnel, devote their lives to helping others in times of crises. Theirs is a dedication that goes above and beyond the human call of duty, however, they do not think twice about ...

A paper which looks at the ways in which casualties should be evaluated and treated, and the most concise and informative ways of describing the sequence of events which should be followed, in order to offer comprehensive and detailed instructions for dealing with casualties. Bibliography lists 2 sources

This 5 page report discusses visual analogue scales (VAS) and how they serve as a means to measure various human responses. For example, a person who has had surgery may complete a visual analogue scale in order to measure his or her pain-related cognitions, intensity, and fears both before and after surgery. Because they are both subjective and continuous, they offer ...

This 6 page report discusses a horrific condition with virtually no positive outcomes known as cachexia. Cachexia is characterized by a dramatic loss of triglycerides from adipose tissue and proteins from skeletal muscle. Although it superficially resembles starvation, it is virtually immune to nutritional intervention. It is a complex syndrome and accounts for nearly a third of cancer deaths. Cachexia is ...

This 5 page paper considers the search for a vaccine to combat the HIV virus. The writer conducts a brief literature review regarding current research including trials and potential vaccines. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

An 8 page discussion of Microcephaly, a rare condition in which the cranium fails to grow in relation with the rest of the body. The condition is associated with a wide range of problems ranging from minor motor impairment to severe mental retardation. This paper attempts to help the student narrow down the ...

A 5 page paper. More than 60 percent of the American public is overweight or obese and more than 280,000 people die every year as a result of obesity. Obesity causes numerous physical, psychological and social problems. This paper discusses the causes of obesity and its effects on the obese adult. Bibliography lists 3 sources. ...

A 6 page paper which reviews the information available on Histoplasmosis capsulatum, commonly referred to as histo. Histo is a infectious condition often affecting people with AIDS. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 9 page paper provides an overview of some source information on biomedical technologies and reproduction, with a focus on the medical and ethical issues and systems in place. Bibliography lists 6 sources.