Essays and Research Papers on Nursing

A 3 page research paper that examines six questions pertaining to nursing professionalism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page research paper that examines the diagnosis, stigma, and treatment available for depression. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page continuation of the development process of a pilot program for nurses to teach the effectiveness of insulin IV drip therapy on the regular medical unit, rather than transferring the patient to ICU, which often requires transferring the most stable ICU patient to the regular medical unit. The paper includes implementation and ...

A 6 page research paper that discusses ethical dilemmas, the Canadian Nurses' Association Ethics Code, and various scenarios of ethical dilemmas. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

8 pages in length. Whereas the definition of nonadherence in the nursing sense is both clear and comprehensible, its inability to allow for unified, tangible interpretation establishes it as an ambiguous concept. Walker and Avant's approach to resolving this ambiguity resides within a defined process of first revealing and then addressing the issue ...

A 3 page research paper that examines the topic of quality of care in nursing for geriatric patients. The writer argues that this area has problems that are unique to this population. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 16 page paper discussing the case of Mr. K, an 81-year-old heart failure patient hospitalized so that his medication can be adjusted to his changing condition. The paper provides details of Mr. K, followed by discussion of Orem's self care and Roy's adaptation models. Both the Orem and Roy models are useful ...

An 8 page paper discussing this model of nursing and model of health care, particularly as it relates to education. The Pender model holds that people are willing and able to take the steps necessary to improve their health standing, to seek increasing levels of wellness rather than only existing without the presence of ...

A 5 page paper assessing the decision aspect of the Stetler model of research analysis, which is use the findings; consider using the findings; delay using the findings; and reject the findings. The study assessed here addresses nurse empowerment, and the paper recommends using the findings. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 9 page paper examines the euthanasia issue. How nurses can embrace values and encourage life is the focus of this paper. Attention to culture is provided. Euthanasia is defined and explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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.

An 8 page research paper that discusses end-of-life ethical issues in regards to neonates in the NICU. This discussion of medical ethics is framed by a scenario that concerns providing nursing care for a premature neonate with multiple congenital anomalies who is on full life support management, infant Clara. This discussion uses the facts ...

A 6 page research paper in outline form that argues the "con" position in the debate concerning the efficacy of legislated nurse/patient ratios. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 14 page research paper that explores the use of psychoactive drug use in the US with schoolchildren. The first half of the paper offers a legal analysis and the second half an ethical analysis. The writer concludes from a review of available research that while these drugs are crucial for some children (1 to ...

A 3 page essay that summarizes and analyzes the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. The writer also comments on its content and implications. No additional sources cited.

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.

A 7 page research paper that examines one specific area of medication administration that could be included in a course of study designed by a licensed registered nurse (RN) instructor for teaching Medication Aides. This research specifically addresses monitoring the self-administration of medication by mentally retarded clients and discusses what material should be included in ...

A 5 page paper discussing the reasons for and need of ongoing training in health care, for the purpose of persuading a real-world director of nursing to take advantage of training programs available. In today's hypercompetitive health care environment where costs continue to spiral upward despite efforts to contain them, it can seem to ...

An 8 page research paper that offers a literature review is for a study, which is for a study that deals with how Kolcaba's theory of holistic comfort can provide a framework that facilitates improving patient care and service within an outpatient ambulatory surgical facility, particularly in regards to peri-anesthesia nursing. This also includes a ...

A 3 page research paper on promoting global health that specifically addresses the HIV/AIDS problem in Asia, focusing on its impact on children. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

An 11 page research paper in which the writer argues that nurses have a duty not to passively accept the position that they cannot alter the monolithic nature of "the system" and should be advocates for their patient's right to informed consent. The historical understanding nature of informed of consent is explored, as well as ...

A 3 page research paper. Obtaining reliable information concerning nutrition and diabetes is one of the first steps toward controlling blood glucose levels and the possible adverse side effects of this disease. This examination of diabetes and nutritional facts, first of all, examined a web site for three nutritional topics pertaining to diabetes and, then, ...

A 4 page discussion of the advantages of breastfeeding. The author asserts breast feeding is superior to bottle feeding. Breast feeding provides an infant advantages in immunological immunity, and respiratory and gastroentological health. Breast feeding provides for optimal physical and mental development in infants. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page article critique of a study conducted by McHugh, et al (2001) concerning a nursing intervention for patients waiting for coronary artery bypass graft surgery. No additional sources cited.

This 9 page paper provides an overview of a family practice model to address the process that grieving parents go through. This paper specifically considers the role of advance practice nurses for this process. Bibliography lists 8 sources.