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Metaphysical Medicine
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A 45 page argumentative research paper in support of incorporating metaphysical medicine and techniques into western medical practice. The author discusses the current literature in support of using meditation, yoga, t'ai chi, and other practices in medicine and analyzes western findings in relationship to eastern philosophy. The author also argues that a giant leap of faith should include the full embodiment of eastern (Buddhist/Hindu) medical philosophy based on Tantric theories. Other theories argued in support include scientific discoveries in regards energy, Chinese medicine, Native American beliefs, and Christian beliefs concerning the topic. Bibliography lists 51 sources.
Filename: Metameds.wps

NURSE PRACTIONERS AND PHYSICIANS IN TEXAS
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This 9-page paper examines the relationship between advanced practice nurses and physicians in Texas. The essay discusses the attitudes of physicians toward APNs, and explores legislation passed that provides somewhat more freedom for APNs to define the scope of their duties. Also included in the paper are examples of how successful APN/MD relationships work. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTnpphtx.rtf

Photography in the Healing Process
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This 5 page paper looks at this type of art therapy. Uses discussed include hospitals, schools and nursing home settings. How photography is used in the healing process is explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: SA315pix.rtf

Stem-cell Research for Organ Transplantation
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This 6 page paper examines the issue of stem cell research but focuses on the subject of organ transplantation. The issues are examined together but are also discussed as separate concerns. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA521stm.rtf

"A Cognitive Behavioral Intervention for Symptom Management in Patients with Advanced Cancer"
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A 7 page review of the research conducted by Sherwood, Given, Given, et. al. published in a 2005 edition of "Oncology Nursing Forum". Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPcncrE3.rtf

"Code Orange Alert" - A Look At Nursing, Workplace Violence & OSHA Regulations
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5-page paper that examines the rules and regulations mandated for the health care profession by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or OSHA, with a focus on violence in the workplace. Discussed is OSHA's 1996 3148 Guidelines for Preventing Workplace Violence for the Health Care and Social Service Workers and the fact that the suggestions it presents are optional rather than mandatory. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: LCOrange.doc

"Collaborative Breast Health Intervention for African American Women of Lower Socioeconomic Status"
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A 9 page review of the research conducted by Fowler, Rodney, Roberts and Broadas published in a 2005 edition of "Oncology Nursing Forum". Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPcncrE2.rtf

"Commodifying Bodies" - Man, Machines And Body Parts
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8 pages in length. The writer discusses cyborgs and organ donation/harvesting as they relate to the Scheper-Huges and Wacquant book entitled Commodifying Bodies. No bibliography.
Filename: TLCManMach.rtf

"Effect of reusing suction catheters on the occurrence of pneumonia in children"
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A 3 page critique of an article published in May/June 2001 in "Heart and Lung: The Journal of Acute and Critical Care" and written by Scoble, Copnell, Taylor, Kinney, and Shann. This paper reviews this article using a simplistic scoring approach to determine its value in directing the appropriate protocol for suction cathererization. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPpedCth.rtf

"Genetic Turning Points" by James C. Peterson
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A 5 page paper which summarizes and outlines two particular points made in James C. Peterson's book "Genetic Turning Points: The Ethics of Human Genetic Intervention." Bibliography lists 3 additional sources.
Filename: RAjpeter.rtf