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The Patient Protection Act
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This 5 page paper reviews the Patient Protection Act, also known as the Whistle Blower Act, how it affects nurses, and what the implications and far-reaching effects of this bill can be. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JGAptpro.doc

The Patient Self-Determination Act: Considerations for the Individual and the Health Care Provider
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A 5 page overview of the considerations entailed in the Patient Self Determination Act implemented in 1991. The author details the measures which have been taken in her employer’s hospital to meet the requirements of this Act then approaches the Act from a more personal level. In attempting to fill out the Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare required by the State of California the author comes to the realization that considerable thought must go into the process to ensure that the real intent of her desires is effectively conveyed in this document. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPPtntDt.rtf

The Patient's Right to Make Pain Management Decisions
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This 5 page paper addresses issues surrounding pain management. Should a patient be allowed to die if medical science cannot properly manage his or her pain? The Dax Cowart case is referenced in the discussion. Other issues are addressed such as addiction to opiates and just how much influence a patient should have in his or her own medical care. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA246pn.rtf

The Peace Corps-Then and Now
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(6pp) The Peace Corps of the United States has been doing "business" for over four decades. This discussion looks at how and where the organization started, and the progress that it has made, as well as how it has served its mission in the process of world growth in underdeveloped nations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: BBpeaceC.doc.

The Peaceful Warrior by Dan Milllman (1980)
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(5 pp) The Peaceful Warrior by Dan Hillman has now been on bookshelves for over two decades. It is a "coming of age tale," but it is a "new age," one of mental awareness and maturity, as college student Danny has discussions, "journeys," and insights with his guide, Socrates, an old geezer-appearing guy who works in a service station. This discussion will examine the concept of "all things in moderation," in relationship to this text.
Filename: BBpcfwar.doc

The Pender Health Promotion Model
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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 illness. Delivering health-enhancing information within the confines of the Pender model as well as deference to learning theory can be of tremendous benefit to individuals. It is reasonable to assume that greater progress in a shorter period of time provides additional incentive to retain new behaviors and to continue practicing them until they become ingrained. Achieving healthier behaviors over the long term is the goal of those in health promotion. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KSnursHlthProPen.rtf

The Pharmacist Conscience Clause Controversy
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This 4 page paper examines the right of a pharmacist not to prescribe birth control. Some state laws and anecdotes are relayed. Information about the controversy that has cropped up in 2005 is explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA517pil.rtf

The Phases and Determining Factors of Menopause
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A 7 page investigation into menopause. The author conducts a literature review of published studies related to the epidemiology of perimenopause and menopause. Specific parameters of interest are age, genetics, demography and lifestyle. Age appears to be the most important determinant of age of onset but even factors such reproductive history and smoking can be important as well. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPmenops.rtf

The Physiological Concepts of Sleep: Implications for Nursing
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A 7 page discussion of the physiological processes associated with sleep. Defines sleep and delineates its critical cycles and the environmental, physiological, and psychological conditions which can interrupt those cycles. Emphasizes the need for nurses to allow for periods of uninterrupted sleep and to fully assess patients for sleep related problems. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PPsleep.wps

The Physiological Effects of Sodium:
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This 4 page paper discusses the physicological effects of sodium on the human body. Overuse of sodium can lead to high blood pressure, and this paper discusses the process by which this happens. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: GSSodium.rtf