Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Analyzed
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This 8 page research paper examines the neurological malady known as Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and the treatment for adults and children. Specifically discussed is whether or not medications should be used in the workplace and classroom, and possible alternatives. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Hyper.wps

Autism
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A 3 page research paper on autism. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RAaism2.rtf

Autism
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A 5 page paper on autism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAaumw.rtf

Autism
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A 5 page overview of autism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAauou.rtf

Autism/MMR Controversy
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An 8 page research paper that discusses autism and the MMR vaccine as a potential cause. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: khmmraut.rtf

Auto Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
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A 5 page review of AIDS, its causes, epidemiology and current state of treatment. The author notes the disparity of infection levels across the world. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPaids2.rtf

Avian Influenza
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This 12 page paper examines Avian Influenza, often referred to as ‘bird flu’ focusing on the H5N1 variant that is seen as the most likely A strain variant that could cause a human pandemic. The paper outlines the problem, looks at the condition, including mortality and morbidity, symptoms and clinical progression as well as geographical, seasonal and demographic factors and influences. The paper then considers the current hypotheses concerning avian influenza and looks at the potential sources of information and the current gaps in research. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEbirdflu.rtf

Bacillus cereus
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A 9 page paper discussing characteristics of the organism and its ability to cause disease. Though B. cereus food contamination apparently is not a condition against which sufficient protection is possible, it can be managed so that risk of disease from B. cereus food poisoning can be minimized. Most of the cases of food poisoning resulting from the metabolites of this organism still go unreported and even unrecognized in the diarrheal form, but study of the cases that are reported may be useful in the study of the more serious manifestations of B. cereus contamination such as gangrene and other conditions. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KSBcereus.wps

Bacterial Meningitis
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4 pages in length. The incidence of bacterial meningitis is relatively low in developed nations such as the United States; however, developing nations such as Africa are victims of inadequate preventive health care, compromised living conditions and insufficient treatment availability that act synergistically to create one of the most prominent global populations where the disease can be found. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCMenin.rtf

Bacterial Meningitis: Overview and Case Study
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A 10 page exploration of bacterial meningitis. This paper discusses causes and treatment and applies the knowledge identified to a fictional cases study. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPmeningitisBact.rtf

Bacterial Resistance to Antibiotics
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A 9 page overview of the phenomena of antibiotic resistance among bacteria. Discusses the cause of this trait and the societal and environmental factors which interplay to produce these bacteria. Identifies the ways that antibiotic resistance is acquired and passed on in bacteria. Discusses the tendency of antibiotics to be prescribed too readily and how this translates into bacteria which develop resistance to the medication. Discusses the physiological mechanisms employed by the bacteria to pass on this resistance. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: PPantibi.wps

Bacterial Resistance to Antibiotics: Modern Lessons from Evolutionary Theory
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A 4 page discussion of the practical lessons available in evolution which are applicable to our everyday lives. The author contends that evolutionary theory can have direct application in identifying solutions for a number of real world problems, one of the most concerning of which is the recent phenomena of resistance to antibiotics being noted in some species of bacteria. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPbactEv.rtf

Barriers to Asthma Care in Urban Children
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5 pages. This critical analysis focuses on a summary of the article as well as identification of the knowledge obtained within the article. Comments are made as to how this knowledge can best be applied to existing knowledge in the field. Comments also include opinions as to this knowledge and whether it is accepted into personal nursing practice, as well as justification for this decision. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: JGAastma.wps

Bell's Palsy
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the problem of Bell's Palsy, a condition marked by the sudden onset of either complete or partial facial paralysis, and the damage that results from this paralysis, including substantive muscle weakness, can be permanent. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MHellsP.rtf

Benign Female Pelvic Tumors: A Critical Review of Literature
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This 8 page paper provides an overview of benign female pelvic tumors, including cystic teratoma masses and dermoid masses. This paper assesses the anatomy, pathology and diagnostic perspectives that are utilized in forming treatment plans for non-cancerous pelvic tumors. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: MHPelvic.rtf

Best Practice in Ensuring Infected Wound Healing
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An 8 page consideration of the factors that enter into wound care. The author reviews the literature for approaches to wound care. The emphasis is made that appropriate wound care is not only specific to the type of wound but to the patient themselves. The nurse's careful interaction with the patient is critical in determining their needs and an address for those needs. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPmedWounds.rtf

Beta Blockers
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A 5 page overview of the drug class referred to as Beta Blockers. Describes the wide range of applications in which these drugs are used including cardiac applications and opthamologic applications as well as less-commonly thought of applications such as the treatment of migraines. Distinguishes between selective and non-selective beta blockers (including propranolol, timolol, nadolol, betaxolol, and atenolol among others) and describes the benefits and possible problems associated with each. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPbetaBl.wps

BETADINE, ALCOHOL AND IV PREP
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This 10-page paper compares the benefits of Betadine (povidone-iodine) and alcohol solutions for skin preparation prior to insertion of IV catheters. The paper includes a literature review, which summarizes the few studies that have been performed on these antiseptic solutions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTbetalc.rtf

Bioidentical Hormones
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3 pages in length. Hormones play an integral role in balancing the body's overall physiological and psychological stability; when certain occurrences take place that throw off this delicate hormonal balance, people need to supplement those missing levels in order to regain balance. The desire of many to stay away from synthetic hormones, however, has prompted the growing use of bioidentical hormones, which are created to mirror the same molecular makeup as what the body already produces. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCBioHorm.rtf

Biological Connection To Anorexia Nervosa
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10 pages in length. Long considered a condition influenced solely by psychological, physiological and environmental factors, researchers now believe there is a definite biological connection involved with anorexia nervosa. Findings indicate a difference in brain blood flow patterns, which carries a direct impact upon the way in which those suffering with anorexia nervosa are diagnosed and ultimately treated. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: TLCBioAnorEx.rtf

Bioterrorism
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A paper which looks at the increasing threat from bioterrorism, the way in which the aims and methodology of this form of attack differ from other forms of terrorism, and the extent to which biological methods of warfare have been used in previous historical periods. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: JLbio.rtf

Bipolar Disorder: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatments and Legal, Ethical and Cultural Considerations
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This is a 9 page paper discussing the symptoms, diagnosis, treatments and legal, ethical and cultural considerations in the treatment of bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, currently affects over 2 million people in the United States. The disorder consists of a combination of mania, hypomania, and depression. The current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV) provides a good outline for clinicians and psychiatrists to diagnose the disorder and recommendations for treatment of symptoms for patients with bipolar disorder. However, further research in the area of mental illness also stresses the need for therapists and clinicians during the treatment of the disorder to take into consideration the stresses of the family members, medical ethical and legal issues in the treatment of mental illness, as well as race, age, gender, socio-economic and cultural issues which may also play a large role in the treatment of a patient with bipolar disorder and the general mental health of the society. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TJBipol1.rtf

Bisection Errors - Article Review
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This 5 page paper is a review of an article entitled "Perception of Geometric Illusions in Hemispatial Neglect" by Tony Ro and Robert Rafal. The authors tested one patient using Muller-Lyer and Judd illusions to determine if geometric illusions are processed preattentively. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PGpratn.rtf

Bispectral Index (BIS) Monitor and its Application in Eliminating Postoperative Memory of Intraoperative Events
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This 7 page paper reviews the need that exists in anesthesiology for an effective means of gauging the administration of anesthesia so that patient postoperative memory of intraoperative stimuli is eliminated. Bispectral index (BIS) is introduced and analyzed in regard to its impact on anesthesiology. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPmedAnesthBIS.rtf

Black Death and European Society
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A 6 page overview of the epidemiology and societal effects of the black death. Otherwise known as the bubonic plague, this disease is the result of Yersinia pestis, a bacteria passed from infected rodents to man through fleas and from one man to another through infected body fluids. Recounts the horrors of the disease, its physiologic impacts, and ultimately its effect on the state of medicine. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPblkDth.wps

Blood Cord Transplants
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5 pages in length. The writer discusses the fact that it has been firmly established that umbilical cord blood aids in such procedures as bone marrow transplants by initiating an entirely new immune system. Ethical concerns also addressed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLCstemC.rtf

Botox
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A 14 page paper which provides an overview of botox as it is used for wrinkles. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: RAbotox.rtf

Botulism
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A 4 page paper on botulism. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: RAbotm.rtf

Bovine Cartilage / Bone Marrow Transplants In Treating Cancer
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In this 12 page research paper, the writer examines various preventive measures and treatments for cancer including the effectiveness of certain diets, bovine cartilage transplants, and more. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Cancer.wps

Bowel Obstructions: Types and Treatments
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A 5 page paper which examines the various types of bowel obstructions, discusses causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: TGbowelob.rtf

Brain Attack: The Silent Stroke Form
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A 26 page research proposal. The existence of silent stroke has been known for years, but recent findings indicate that it could be epidemic in the US. Silent stroke formerly was believed to have no bearing on whether an individual would later suffer an acute and symptomatic brain attack that possibly could result in lasting disability, but current research indicates that silent stroke is indeed a predictor of subsequent symptomatic stroke. This research proposal reviews the evolution of treatment guidelines, lists risk factors and provides a review of literature addressing silent stroke. Appendix contains a survey instrument and several charts and tables. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: KSsilentStroke.wps

Brain Damage & Recovery
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A 5 page paper. Brain injury and damage occurs more often than most people think. This research paper offers the incidence of brain damage, discusses some of the types of brain damage and explains the likelihood of individuals with brain damage regaining different functions. A brief overview of some therapies used in these cases is also provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PBbrndm2.wps

BRAIN TUMORS
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This 4-page paper discussses brain tumors, their causes and symptoms, treatments and other information. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MTbratum.rtf

Breast And Cervical Cancer Prevention And Treatment Program Of 2000
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A 17 page paper that addresses different issues, including: the social problems behind the passage of this Act; the history of the Act, responsible agencies, elements and goals of the Act, eligibility criteria, targeted populations, limitations, who does not get service, benefits and services available, effectiveness, strengths and weaknesses, and an evaluation of the program. Florida's Mary Brogan program is discussed. The Breast and Cervical Cancer Mortality Prevention Act of 1990 and the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention and Treatment Act of 2000 are interdependent, therefore, the 1990 Act is also discussed. Data included. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PGcncr.rtf

Breast Cancer
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This 4 page paper provides an overview of breast cancer, treatment options and who is more likely to get it. Statistics are included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA617bc.rtf

Breast Cancer and Hormone Replacement Therapy
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This 20 page report discusses the fact that postmenopausal estrogen replacement therapy (ERT) has been repeatedly linked with breast cancer. Some studies show no increased risk for breast cancer. Others suggest there may be a slight increased risk, while still others say that there is an increased risk, but that it is minimal and occurs only after ten or more years of use. Numerous research efforts that have shown that estrogen use is clearly connected to an increased risk of uterine, endometrial, and breast cancers. However, such factors must be weighed against the fact that estrogen significantly reduces a woman's chances of developing osteoporosis and can act as a defender against cardiovascular disease. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: BWhrtcan.wps

Breast Cancer Risk
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This 4 page paper explores many issues as it relates to breast cancer. Does race matter? How do lifestyle choices fit into the picture? Research on the topic is discussed in depth. Many facts are relayed and the paper thoughtfully considers cancer clusters along with many other ideas. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA506bcr.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 Implants
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An 8 page review of the issues surrounding breast implants. Reviews the popular literature on the subject and addresses why a woman would opt for such a procedure and the potential complications. Included information on the legal cases which have resulted from problems with implants and cautions that it the media which shapes our attitudes both about how a woman should look and about the potential dangers of implants. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Brstimp.wps

Breast Reduction Surgery
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of breast reduction surgery in females, inclusive of specific techniques, costs and information about the recovery period. Psychological effects of the surgery, and the social ramifications of having large breasts, are discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA141brt.rtf

BRITISH CATTLE PRODUCTS AND THE EUROPEAN UNION
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This 8-page paper focuses on various questions concening the late 20th century problem of "mad cow" disease in Britain, the resultant ban on British beef throughout the EU, and the resulting British policy on non-cooperation. Also under discussion was the outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease during 2001. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: MTmadcow.rtf

Bulimia
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This 12 page paper considers the impact of bulimia. Bulimia is one of the two most prominent eating disorders and includes both problematic binge eating and purging, in which a person utilizes vomiting or the use of laxatives to eliminate the excess food. This problem has resulted in an increase in the number of inpatient services for eating disorders. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: MHBulim2.rtf

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

Cancer In-Home Treatment
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6 pages in length. When a medical facility is no longer necessary as a means by which to administer cancer treatment and the patient is moved back home, modern technology has made it possible for laypersons to not only be able to manage the medication on a daily basis but also do many other related tasks that heretofore have only been accessible to hospital nursing staff. However, while providing cancer treatment from the comfort of one's home is a preferred choice for many patients, there is much for caregivers to learn prior to any implementation. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TLCcncer.wps

Cancer/Effect of Emotions
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A 7 page research paper that examines the growing body of evidence that connects stress with the incidence of cancer. The writer argues that an examination of the emotional aspects of cancer --on both the patient and the patient's family -- demonstrates that these factors are numerous. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khcanef.rtf