Academic papers on Medicine, Medical Issues, & Pharmacy

Enalapril and Heart Failure
An 8 page overview of the use of ACE inhibitors to treat hypertension. This paper demonstrates that while Enalapril is a useful drug in the treatment of this condition, it is a drug that can only be administered under very precise criteria and with...
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Health Care Payment Systems: PPS
A 6 page paper examining the nature of the PPS health care payment system. Within this system, Medicare essentially sets fee parameters throughout the country. It can be a challenge for care providers to operate within the constraints that Medicare
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Malaria
A 5 page overview of this ancient disease. The impacts of malaria have been widespread over history. Spread by the bites of Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria is particularly prevalent in the tropics. Its symptoms range from mild to severe and can...
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EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN TERMINAL CARE PATIENTS, THEIR FAMILIES AND THE NURSING STAFF
This 12 page paper discusses the role of the nurse in commuicating with the terminally ill patients and their families. Examples, four strategies defined. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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A Look at Cerebral Palsy
This 7 page paper examines the symptoms, causes and outlook for Cerebral Palsy. The mysteries of how it manifests are discussed. The paper provides an overview as a well as a critical look at the condition. This paper includes a one page outline. ...
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Hypnosis : Science Or Magic?
A 31 page comprehensive essay on hypnotism that includes these subheadings: Introduction, Myths About Hypnosis, Brief History of Hypnosis, Theories of Hypnosis, What Happens in the Hypnotic State, Hypnosis in Medicine, and Conclusions. Hypnosis...
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The Tuskegee Experiments
A 3 page paper which examines the Tuskegee Experiments and discusses if such double blind testing can and does occur today. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Acid Indigestion and Herbal Treatments
This 5 page paper provides an overview of the problem of acid indigestion and outlines some herbal treatments that are beneficial. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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NURSES
This 4 page paper discusses the causes of burnout of those in the nursing profession and what one can do to avoid it. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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George W. Bush and John Kerry on Healthcare
An 11 page paper which identifies and evaluates the candidates
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Quality v. Sanctity of Life
An 8 page research paper/essay that examines the debate between quality versus sanctity of life, particularly in regards to end-of-life decisions. The writer argues that there is evidence that the quality of life perspective has undermined the...
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Classical Arrangement: Why Stem Cell Research Is Moral
5 pages in length. Controversy surrounding hotly debated medical procedures abounds, particularly when there are ethical and moral concerns involved. The extent to which stem cell research has ignited a veritable battle is both grand and...
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Nursing Theorist Jean Watson:
This 5 page paper examines the philosophies of Jean Watson and determines how that viewpoint may be applicable to the philosophy of a nursing student. More specifically, this paper highlights the importance of Watson's wholistic approach to nursing...
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Environmental Pollution/Herbal Medicine
A 3 page research paper that examines herbal and natural food products that can offset the effects of environmental pollution and radiation. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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Medical Journal Article Review
This 5 page paper evaluates an article submitted by a student entitled "Casponfungin versus Liposomal Amphotericin B for Empirical Antifungal Therapy in Patients with Persistent Fever and Neutropenia." The research experiment is summarized and...
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