Essays and Research Papers on Nursing

A 2 page reaction to the film "My Life" starring Michael Keaton -- in which a successful young man struggles with cancer and has to deal with the fact that he is inevitably going to die -- possibly before his soon-to-be-born child arrives. The writer examines the main character's emotional pain, sense of hope, etc; ...

A 7 page paper arguing that the lack of access to health care for the homeless and poor is often the fault of health care professionals. Using national studies that show the impact that the lack of health care has on homeless populations, the writer attempts to connect this discrepancy with attitudes of hospital ...

This 5 page paper discusses what burnout is, the causes of burnout and some strategies for reducing one's vulnerability to burnout. Research studies are also reported. Burnout is a national epidemic and even more prevalent in helping professions such as nursing. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

A 30 page paper that provides a comprehensive overview of the problem of addressing indoor air quality in hospital settings to prevent the spread of infection. This paper considers the scope of the problem, reflects upon the most commonly applied solutions to the problem, and considers their effectiveness in hospital settings. Bibliography lists ...

A 6 page overview of Hepatitis, its epidemiology and problems it presents for emergency health care workers in terms of appropriate prophylaxis and infection control. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing the threat Hepatitis C presents to the blood supply in our nation. For more than ten years there have been very effective measures taken, which involve more effective and specific testing, to better eliminate hepatitis C from entering into the nation's blood supply. While many advanced methods have been implemented ...

A 4 page paper that considers the different types of hepatitis, their transmission process, signs and symptoms, and evaluates them in terms of medical EMT personnel. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper that considers both short and long term effects of untreated eating disorders. This paper demonstrates both physical and psychological effects and then suggests the problems that are posed to treatment teams when these individuals finally seek help. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper in which the writer provides an overview of the common inpatient treatments for eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa and bulimia. This paper suggests a multi-disciplinary approach and demonstrates the increasing focus on drug treatment for these disorders. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

2 pages in length. The writer offers a brief account of Steven Levenkron's book about a young girl with an eating disorder. No additonal sources cited.

A 12 page paper that considers the topic of ECT in terms of nursing over the past 5 decades. This paper provides an overview of the literature which suggests the changing perceptions of ECT and the increasing use of it in recent years as a specific element of individualized treatment. Bibliography lists 17 ...

A 2 page outline that details how societies employ rituals in order to aid the survivors in coping psychologically with the effect that the death of a loved one has on their lives. The writer argues that while bereavement is difficult to bear at any age, it particularly impacts the elderly and young children ...

22 pages in length. In this day and age of ever-increasing technological advancement, there are still some things that cannot be improved upon, such as the inherently beneficial relationship between pets and the elderly. There is no question that animals offer unconditional love and support, which is what most people desperately need when ...

A 6 page research paper that gives an overview to the diagnosis, treatment, pathophysiology, etiology and expected patient outcomes of episodes of malignant hyperthermia (MH). MH is a rare skeletal muscle disease that causes patients to develop life-threatening hyperthermia in response to inhaled anesthesia. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing the various aspects of exercise during pregnancy. While exercise is very beneficial, in many ways, during pregnancy there are also things that need to be watched for. Issues addressed are increased heart rate, increased temperature, body strain, and general condition of the pregnant body. Exercise is very beneficial to the pregnant woman before during ...

A 5 page research paper that examines the practical medical applications of DNA cloning technology. For example, cloning provides a readily available source of human growth hormone, which is used for treating several types of disorder. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

8 pages in length. There is much debate within the medical community as to the efficacy of extremity rehabilitation for patients who have suffered a cerebral vascular accident (stroke). While some believe that there is enough scientific evidence to warrant the continued application of rehabilitation techniques, others contend that convincing evidence concerning the ...

This 12-page-paper presents an in-depth discussion of the treatment of patients who have cultural or religious beliefs that cause them to refuse standard medical treatments. It opens with a discussion of the globalization of the world and the fact that the world is becoming a blended melting pot of cultural diversity. It moves into an ...

A 5 page research paper that looks at the issue that all new parents have to face—should the baby be breastfed or bottle fed. The writer argues strongly in favor of breastfeeding as being superior to formula and better for both mother and child. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This five-page -paper presents an analytical look at the eh theory of Beuracratic caring in the field of nursing. A study is discussed in which the various new organizational areas of caring are outlined. Bibliography lists three sources.

This five-page paper presents a reflective analyst of an nursing theory article involving competency based orientation programs designed to better equip RN graduates to enter the health care field. Bibliography lists four sources.

5-page paper that examines the rules and regulations mandated for the health care profession by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, with a focus on violence in the workplace. Discussed is OSHA's 1996 3148 Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for the Health Care and Social Service Workers and the fact that the ...

This four-page-paper presents a discussion about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome and its causes and effects. Bibliography lists two sources.

This 8 page paper provides an overview of Anne Fadiman's book The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down. This paper considers the major issues presented by Fadiman and then relates these issues to the delivery of healthcare services. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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 ...