Australian Family Health Assessment: Stresses, Substance Abuse, Domestic Violence, and Child Protection Concerns
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A 9 page discussion of family stresses that can result in domestic violence. Among the most innocent victims are children. The author provides guidelines that can be used in family assessments to predict domestic violence and ultimately utilized to protect children.
Filename: PPfamAss.rtf

Australian Immunization Issues and Policies
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A 12 page research paper that discusses various issues and policy considerations regarding immunization, with a focus on Australia. Bibliography lists 11 sources and includes one table.
Filename: khausim2.rtf

Average Length of Stay
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This 8 page paper considers the influences on the average length of stay (ALOS) measures often used to ascertain hospital efficiency. The paper looks at influences such as geography, age, source of payments and type of hospital; public or private, and well as resources or integration of services. This last factor also includes delayed discharges. The paper concentrates on Australia, but the lessons are universal. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEALOSau.rtf

Aveyard/Believing and Doubting
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A 3 page summation and analysis of a qualitative study that investigated the manner in which a study sample of nurses reported how they typically conducted obtaining patient consent for care procedures. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: khbandd.rtf

Avoiding Restraint and Seclusion
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A 3 page paper discussing the meaning of the phrase, "least restrictive alternative." The principle requires that psychiatric nurses strive to avoid restraints or seclusion as means of controlling the behavior of aggressive patients. The bottom line is that the patient is treated with the full extent of dignity possible while also keeping other patients and staff members safe from aggressive behavior. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSnursPsycRest.rtf

Bacterial Vaginosis
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A 5 page research paper that discusses bacterial vaginosis, which is an imbalance of the normal flora of the vagina. The writer discusses symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and the issue of relapse. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khbv.rtf

Balancing Nursing Values and Philosophy
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A 6 page paper discussing the juncture of values, philosophy, theory and legality in providing direct patient care. The paper discusses some of the reasons that individuals choose nursing, and provides an overview of each of the four broad areas reviewed in the paper. The paper includes brief discussions of the theories of Orem and Roy, as well as the primary ethical values of nursing: autonomy, beneficence, non-malficence, fairness and fidelity. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSnursProValPhil.rtf

Barriers that Hinder Effective Pain Management
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This 9 page paper provides an overview of the barriers that hinder effective pain management from a nursing perspective. In hospital setting, the role that nurses play in creating effective plans for pain management is substantial. A variety of different methods for pain management have been recognized, including the use of pharmacological elements, the use of alternative pain management techniques, and the use of a team approach for care. Leadership, management and the perspectives of others can all impact pain management systems. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MHPatPro.rtf

Barriers to Care
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This 14 page paper considers a fictitious patient who has multiple health and care needs and lives in a remote location. The paper considers the barriers to care and the way collaboration may help to overcome some of these barriers. The paper is written in the context of the UK National Health Service (NHS). The bibliography cites 20 sources.
Filename: TEbarcare.rtf

Basis for Nursing Theory
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A 3 page research paper that addresses the question of whether or not nursing has a theoretical basis. The writer outlines the parameters of the debate and then argues that nursing does have such a theoretical basis and that theory provides the foundation for the highest level of nursing practice. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khbfnt.rtf

Becoming a Nurse Manager
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of the role of a nurse manager and the salary and educational requirements. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHNurGrundy.rtf

Becoming a Nurse Practitioner
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This 3 page paper provides an overview of the process of becoming a nurse practitioner and one person's individual view on why they would want to do this. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MHNurNP.rtf

Being an Advocate for an Injured Client
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A 3 page research that addresses an assignment scenario, which proposes that a nurse is handling a case in which a client was injured on the job and now needs accommodations in order to continue in that job during recovery or, possibly, long term. How should the nurse go about approaching the employer about making two accommodations? Specifically, the client needs to be able to access the building, which means negotiate the three steps necessary to get into the building and also needs a work station that is at the right height for wheelchair access. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khadanur.rtf

Benefits of English Instruction
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A 3 page essay that discusses the benefits of English instruction to the field of nursing. The writer argues that learning to communicate effectively, both orally and in written form, is fundamental to any future success that life may have to offer. This necessarily entails that students, in addition to learning how to communicate their thoughts effectively, should necessarily also comprehend written forms. No bibliography is provided.
Filename: khbeneng.rtf

Benefits of Teamwork between All Levels of Training in Patient Care
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Benefits of Teamwork between All Levels of Training in Patient Care: A 4 page paper outlining the primary benefits of true teamwork in the hospital setting. Patient issues are addressed more quickly, which can result in more efficient recover and shorter hospital stays. Direct communication and discussion improves use of the time available to aides, nurses and physicians, allowing each division of health care labor to be more productive in their areas of responsibility. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSnursTeamMD.rtf

Benner’s Novice to Expert Theory of Nursing
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A 7 page research paper that examines and discusses the Novice to Expert theory of Patricia Benner, which, as its names implies, focuses on the process of professional development that charts the evolution of a novice to an expert nurse. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khntoe.rtf

Betty Neuman: Nursing Theorist
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6 pages in length. Such prominent individuals as Betty Neuman put forth nursing theories that effectively address the intrinsic four paradigms: nursing, health, person and environment. When one considers the aspects of axiology, ontology, teleology and epistomology as they are used in nursing practice today, one can easily associate Neuman's Systems Model's holistic approach inasmuch as it seeks to treat the entire being as a single entity, rather than address it as a singular component. It strives to achieve wellness in the most natural manner possible, while at the same time incorporating both internal and external considerations in order to provide a well-rounded appeal. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCNewmn.wps

Bipolar Disorder
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A 4 page research paper that examines the differences between maniac and depressive symptoms within the context of bipolar disorder. The writer profiles a case study of a boy with pediatric bipolar and discusses his symptoms also. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khbipdis.rtf

Bipolar Disorder
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A 10 page research paper that discusses bipolar disorder Examination of literature on this topic indicates some of what has been learned in treating bipolar disorder, and this information suggests conclusions as to how nurses can improve their practice and care of these patients. The writer offers a summary of four relevant studies. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: khbidnur.rtf

BNP Assays (Article Summary)
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This 3 page paper provides a citation and summary for an article entitled BNP Assays: Predicting the Future of CHF Patients that appears in a 2006 issue of The Nurse Practitioner. No other sources are used.
Filename: SA740BNP.rtf

Body Image Disturbance/Nursing Diagnosis
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A 10 page research paper that discussing a case study in which the nursing diagnosis of Body Image Disturbance (BID) was made. The writer differentiates between this diagnosis and Self-Esteem Disturbance, defines BID, and possible interventions. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: khbid.rtf

Bottle Feeding
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A 7 page paper which examines many aspects of bottle feeding from the perspective of teaching on the part of a nurse, nurse practitioner, or midwife. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAbttby.rtf

Bradley, Kitzinger & Childbirth
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A 3 page research paper that compares the Bradley and Kitzinger Methods of childbirth. The writer also discusses issues pertaining to childbirth education. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khbkchb.rtf

Breast Cancer Examination
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This 3 page paper provides an overview of a case study of an indivdiual with the potential diagnosis of breast cancer. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHBreastCCSt.rtf

Breast Cancer, Australia Focus
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An 8 page paper discussing this growing threat to women’s health. The incidence of breast cancer is increasing worldwide, particularly in developed nations. The purpose here is to provide an overview of the disease and to comment on what the changes in incidence and research mean for nursing and patient care. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: KSnursBreastCa.rtf

Breast Cancer: Article Reviews
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Written as a tutorial, this 5 page paper reviews three journal articles regarding breast cancer treatment. One article addresses the effects of adjuvant therapy; one addresses uncertainty experiences of women living with breast cancer after they have had treatment; and the last one looked at the ways women cope after being diagnosed and having had treatment. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGcanc.wps

Breast Feeding / Benefits, Misconceptions & Challenges To Public Health
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A 10 page paper that provides an overview of the findings in the current health literature related to the issue of breast feeding, reflects the benefits over bottle feeding, and then considers the implications of misconceptions and health issues for public health. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: Brfeed.doc

Breast Feeding and Infant Development
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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.
Filename: PPbrstF2.rtf

Breast Feeding: Why Some Women Stop Early and How Nurses Can Encourage Continuation
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A 5 page paper which examines why some women stop breast feeding earlier than others. The paper also examines how nurses can help women nurse longer. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAbrstfd.rtf

BREASTFEEDING VS. BOTTLE FEEDING: ATTITUDES AMONG WOMEN IN KUWAIT
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This 4-page paper presents a proposal to initiate a study about attitudes toward breastfeeding among women in Kuwait. Included in this paper are a proposed study mechanism and methodology as well as a literature review. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MTbrebot.rtf

Brushing Teeth without the Use of a Dominant Hand
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This 3 page paper examines the process of brushing teeth in a step by step process looking at the difficulties and challenges that may be present when an individual may not have use of their dominant hand.
Filename: TEbrushte.rtf

Buchanan County
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10 pages in length. This is a paper specific to the student's specifications and will not benefit anyone else. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCbuchancoun.rtf

Budget Concerns and Nurse Managers
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A 5 page paper which discusses the effects of dealing with budget cuts and restructuring while still managing day to day operations as a nurse manager. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: RArnbdgt.wps

Building Competence Through Training, Experience and Reflection
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A 6 page paper discussing the need to link experience and reflection in achieving practical competence. Formal training provides the technical knowledge needed to provide competent care in the psychiatric setting, but formal training also can be seen as only the beginning point of building competence. Experience and reflection on that experience are critical factors. Training allows the new nurse to provide technically competent care, but full competence and greatest effectiveness emerges only when the nurse is able to combine experience and reflection on that experience with basic and ongoing training. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: KSnursMedMenHlth.rtf

Building Competence Through Training, Experience and Reflection: Administering Medication in the Hospital Setting
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A 7 page paper discussing the origins and prevention of medication error in the clinical setting. The paper concludes that experience and reflection can and do teach much, but experience’s accumulation of knowledge should not be at the expense of practice of “the basics.” The competent practitioner needs to ensure that s/he remains grounded in the basics while yet increasing and expanding on knowledge of new approaches and technologies. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: KSnursMedAdmRef.rtf

Burnout
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A 6 page research paper that defines and summarize research pertaining to burnout in general and not just within the nursing field. The writer argues that examination of the research and theory pertaining to stress and burnout, leads to a more comprehensive understanding of this topic, and can aid in formulation of strategies that can help prevent burnout in nurses. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khbrnou2.rtf

Burnout In Nursing
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This 5 page paper discusses what burnout is, the causes of burnout and some strategies for reducing one's vulnerability to burnout. Research studies are also reported. Burnout is a national epidemic and even more prevalent in helping professions such as nursing. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Nursburn.wps

CA Prison Health Care/Article Analysis
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A 5 page article critique that examines a research study performed by Murphy (2005), which examines the quality level of healthcare in 4 federal prisons. The researcher finds healthcare to be sorely lacking in this qualitative study. The writer critiques the study and compares the data to several outside sources. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khfmc.rtf

California Nurse-Patient Ratios
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A 5 page paper including a 2-page brochure, discussing the effects of California's nurse-patient ratio law that became fully effective in January 2008. Whatever hospitals eventually do to cope with the changes mandated by the nurse-patient ratio law likely will serve to slow rates of cost increases. In the meantime, the law enables nurses to be nurses, and promotes better patient outcomes. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSnursCAratioBro.rtf

Calling an Ambulance/Article Critique
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A 4 page article critique that first summarizes the study sample, method and findings and then offers evaluation of the research method and the study's applicability to further research. This critique examines the study conducted by Ahl, Nystrom and Jansson (2006) who investigated ambulance use in southern Sweden. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khambcri.rtf

Canadian Nursing Shortage
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A 4 page research paper that explores the nursing shortage, focusing on Canada. There is a worldwide nursing shortage that is seriously affecting healthcare and healthcare in Canada is deeply affected. The nursing shortage in Canada is expected to worsen over the course of the next decade. Already the number of registered nurses (RNs) working in rural areas of the country has decreased from 65.2 per 10,000 in population in 1994 to 62.3 in 2000 (Belkus and MacLeod, 2004). This examination of the nursing shortage focuses on Canada and the key contextual factors that influence this crisis, as well as barriers and potential strategies to resolution. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khcanrns.rtf

Canadian Nursing Shortage
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A 6 page research paper that discusses the shortage of nurses in Canada and the factors that affect this situation. This literature review examines the Canadian nursing shortage from various analytical perspectives and then offers strategies for possible solutions to this major health care problem. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khcanush.rtf

Canadian Nursing Values/Code of Ethics
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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.
Filename: khcnaeth.rtf

Cancer and Diet
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the role of nutrition in the treatment of cancer. Both liver and colon cancer are the focus of this paper which provides information of recent studies on prevention as well. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA14Cncr.wps

Cancer Cachexia and the Nutritional needs of Acutely Ill Cancer Patients
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This 6 page report discusses a horrific condition with virtually no positive outcomes known as cachexia. Cachexia is characterized by a dramatic loss of triglycerides from adipose tissue and proteins from skeletal muscle. Although it superficially resembles starvation, it is virtually immune to nutritional intervention. It is a complex syndrome and accounts for nearly a third of cancer deaths. Cachexia is characterized by weight loss, anorexia, weakness, anemia, and asthenia. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: BWcachex.rtf