Essays and Research Papers on Nursing

A 6 page overview of the specifics of the nursing shortage. The writer discusses the extent and seriousness of the problem, its causes and proposed solutions. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page research paper that examines the topic of teaching parents (or caregivers) to monitor a toddler’s blood pressure. Childhood obesity is one of the most crucial public health issues facing the country today and recent studies have shown that not only is pediatric obesity on the rise, but its associated comorbities are increasing ...

A 9 page paper. Watson's theory is explained, including comments on the individuals who influenced her thinking. The category into which this theory belongs is identified and explained. A basic overview of the theory is presented, along with its evolution and the changes from carative factors to clinical caritas processes. A comprehensive overview of ...

A 10 page research paper that investigates this topic. While safety is a consideration for all patients, it is a particularly intense consideration in regards to when an elderly patient is hospitalized. Elderly patients who have previously been active can resist the loss of their independence and have trouble accepting a new reduced level of ...

An 8 page research paper that summarizes the issues associated with helping patients preserve their quality of life after an HIV/AIDS diagnosis. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

A 3 page research paper/essay that discusses what is meant by “Patients’ Bill of Rights,” and how the principles of these documents impact nursing care. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 5 page research paper that looks at the problem of absenteeism in nursing home employees, with particular focus on absenteeism among assistive personnel. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page summation and analysis of a nursing journal article from Great Britain on elder abuse. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page book review of Jody Glittenberg’s text To the Mountain and Back, The Mysteries of Guatemalan Highland Family Life (1994, Waveland Press), which describes how the author’s understanding of this culture evolves from her visits to Guatemala, which took place in the 1970s, first as a missionary nurse, and then as an ...

A 3 page treatment plan for an elderly patient newly diagnosed with Type II diabetes. Mrs. C. has been counseled in the changes and activities she needs to do for herself to manage her diabetes and to forestall developing complications created by it. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page research paper that answers, first of all, the question of whether or not a hip fracture can cause stress and then whether or not these patients can benefit from stress management intervention. The writer reports yes to both questions and discusses implications in terms of literature. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the issue of falls in the hospital setting and methods for enhancing oucomes through the use of a prevention protocol. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper which examines how the field nursing evolved from the past to present. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 10 page review of the issue of parental verses patient direction in palliative care for the underage patient. The author supports the need for parents to oversee final decisions. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page research paper that summarizes and analyzes a study by Hyun, Kools and Kim (2004), which was designed to provide a model that would shed light on the recovery process from substance abuse and dependence for Korean adolescents. Their study identifies the stages for recovery and specifies specific interventions for these stages. ...

This 4 page paper provides an overview of a philosophy on nursing and applies it to occupational focus. This paper relates theoretical views, including those of Jean Watson. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page article/study critique that looks at the research performed by Cline, Reilly and Moore (2003) who investigated the reasons behind RN turnover. The writer applies the evaluating criteria for qualitative studies described by Burns (1989). Bibliography lists 2 sources.

In the hospital environment infection control is very important. This 17 page paper looks at an aspect of infections control that is often overlooked; the use and treatment of non dedicated equipment, such as scissors and stethoscopes. The paper looks at how and why this type of equipment can pose a cross infection risk and ...

A 3 page article critique that addresses research performed by Smith, White and Holland, "A Longitudinal Perspective on Dating Violence Among Adolescent and College Age Women," which is significant research because of its implications for social work and designing more efficient interventions to address this problem. The study results show that there is a significant ...

A 7 page paper assessing how a nurse might approach grief counseling for a 42-year-old ovarian cancer patient and her family. The patient is terminal and has a husband and young daughter. The paper recommends using Worden's framework for the patient's family, Kubler-Ross' pattern for the patient. Bibliography lists 3 sources. ...

A 4 page review of a research study seeking to determine the usefulness of standard risk assessment scales. The authors note that the Barthel Index provides an alternative to both the Norton and Braden scales, particularly among an older population. As pressure ulcers are increasingly common with advancing age, use of the Barthel ...

A 5 page research paper that discusses this topic. While couples spend months preparing for childbirth, they often do not have any preparation for what to expect emotionally after the birth of their child. Frequently women overwhelmed; thrilled to have a healthy baby, but in tears the next (ICEA position, 2003). Often, women are not ...

A 7 page client profile that discusses nursing care for an elderly client with degenerative brain disease and offers a research suggestion. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page research/ reaction paper that summarizes and offers reaction to an article by Ersek (2004) entitled "The Continuing Challenge of Assisted Death." No additional sources cited.

An 8 page research paper that explores the problems encountered with multiple gestation, and particularly with multiple births achieved through artificial reproductive technology. Bibliography lists 8 sources.