Essays and Research Papers on Nursing

In 5 pages the author discusses the article, "Power to the Patient" by Mattie Tolley, RN, MS. It is an article about elders in long-term care facilities; how they have lost their autonomy and what can be done about it. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 5 page paper begins with Barrett's definition of mutual patterning and then discusses the theory on which this intervention is based (Roger's Science of Unitary Human Beings). The essay defines the key principles, reports Barrett's definition of power and explains how mutual patterning is practiced. Benefits to both patient and practitioner are discussed. Bibliography ...

A 3 page research paper that discusses the difference between religious and spiritual considerations with a hospital setting. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 6 page research paper offers an overview of how 3 world religions, Indigenous Sacred Ways, Hinduism and Buddhism. and their health beliefs and practices. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 8 page research paper that discusses Japanese culture from the perspective of how cultural beliefs and norms impact nursing. The writer discusses, briefly, Japanese history, heath beliefs, societal orientation, non-verbal communication, and religion. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 10 page research paper that has a short abstract included and describes what advance directives are and why they are important, as documents can ensure that a person's personal preferences in end-of-life care are honored and followed. The "pros" of advance directives are established, and the "cons" are discussed in terms that consider those ...

This 5 page paper considers the legal status of euthanasia in Australia. The paper also makes references to alternate locations where euthanasia has retained a legal status in Holland and Oregon. The paper ends with the consideration of a case of 'assisted death' which was not prosecuted in Australia.

A 4 page research paper that looks at issues relating to managed care organizations (MCOs) and contracts with providers. For better or worse, healthcare in the U.S. is dominated by the logistics of managed care organizations (MCOs) that have extensive legal departments, which safeguard their company's interests. This reality necessitates that healthcare practitioners should, likewise, ...

A 9 page research paper that considers the medical, personal and legal issues of euthanasia as they relate to nursing. Other topics discussed include voluntary vs. murder, moral and ethical issues, and religious and legal conflicts. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 5 page research paper describes 2 case scenarios and discusses the ethical and legal implications of each case. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 3 page paper that provides some data regarding infections and the homeless and what that could to the general public. The essay identifies the legal and ethical responsibilities of the community nurse as well as her/his roles. The paper ends with a report about state and local public health agencies. Bibliography lists 5 ...

This 11 page research paper offers a current overview of the issues associated with the topic of universal healthcare provision and the Affordable Care Act (ACA). Universal health care as a moral and ethical duty is stressed. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the role of professional barriers and confidential in intimate care. The writer considers the ethical, moral and also legal perspective. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 10 page paper looks at a the arguments presented in a legal brief asking the court to rule on the participation of nurses in a court ordered euthanasia by depriving the patient of food and water. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 3 page history of the evolution of occupational therapy between the years 1910 and 1929. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 8 page health history for J.D., who is a 65-year-old, Caucasian male who presents with complaints of chest pain that has been intermittent over the last 2 weeks. On presentation, his blood pressure was normal, but his pulse was erratic and he had no fever. The writer goes on to offer a comprehensive health ...

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of the history of nursing. Figures such as Florence Nightingale and Sally Tompkins are covered. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page research paper includes the client's biographical data, past health history, and well young adult behavioral health history screening. The writer also includes 3 nursing diagnoses. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

An 8 page research paper on postpartum depression. The writer discusses its definition, types (postpartum psychosis, postpartum neurotic depression, etc;), symptoms, and more. Covered in this paper is also a brief history of some of the experimental treatments that have developed over the years, and even theories which maintain that there may be a biologically ...

This 2 page paper talks about the history and intent of Social Security and insights about its possible future. The paper takes the position that those who do not need the entitlement should not benefit from the program. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 12 page research paper explores the history, concepts, philosophy, and impact of hospice care programs. Emphasizing the whole person and the comfort of the patient and the patient's family, hospice care has gained great popularity in the last several years. Typical budgets of hospices as well as estimated cost savings are discussed as are ...

In three pages this essay discusses the cause of a hospice worker career choice and the effects of such a decision including stress, burnout, and compassion fatigue. One source is listed in the bibliography.

10 pages worth of short essays on writings related to death and dying. The first reflects on the writings of Volkhart and Michael and their discourse on bereavement. The second considers Waechter's reasoning concerning children and terminal illness. The final essay considers the impact of Moody's book about "near-death" experiences. The ...

(5pp) The history of the organization of unions has been some of the bloodiest in the United States. We might say that was the beginning of the organizational method of unions. Mediation has come a long way since then, but seem to now exist within a gray middle zone. This discussion will ...

A 30 page paper discussing separately factors affecting the mortality rates of heart disease and cancer, then comparing lifestyle factors that can apply to both in reducing those mortality rates. Cardiovascular disease is the nation's number-one killer; cancer comes in at number two. Risk factors for cardiovascular disease are more controllable from the ...