Dementia
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7 pages in length. Technological advancement is routinely heralded as the saving grace of the human race; with people living longer and – for the most part – healthier lives by virtual of medical technology, the elderly are able to age with a greater quality of life. However, there are downsides to the greatly extended lifespan many countries experience where modern discovery is unable to slow down the progression of disease, not the least of which is that of dementia. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Dementia
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An 8 page research paper on dementia. Dementia is often regarded by the general public to be a common, and therefore, a “normal,” part of aging. However, dementia is not normal, but is, rather, a pathological condition that prevents individuals who develop this neurological disorder from living autonomously and fully. Individuals suffering from dementia often become a burden on their families, as their loss of cognitive function makes independent living in older years impossible. It is important to accurately diagnose and treat dementia in order to provide a level of care that will facilitate, to the greatest extent possible, older individuals retaining autonomy and a high quality of life. In other words, knowledge of the various types of dementia and the nature of dementia is essential to providing a high level of care and in making decisions associated with the care of dementia patients. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Dental Fillings The History, Types and Uses
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An 8 page discussion of the history of dental fillings. Traces the filling from ancient times to present exploring the various types of materials which were used. Explains that the choice of filling is related to performance but also to availability and cost. Notes that the evolutionary path of fillings is tied as well to the evolutionary paths of other dentistry aspects such as drill evolution and the development of molding techniques and materials. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPdentFi.doc

Dental Hygiene and Pediatric Patients' Special Needs
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A 6 page paper discussing some of the advantages hygienists have over parents in influencing children and teens to practice proper hygienic activities. As a growing segment of the population slips between those groups eligible for public dental care and those able to take advantage of routine private care, the message of the hygienist has become more important than at any other time. As a professional who is not that voice of 'parent,' teens also are frequently more apt to listen to the message of the hygienist and put it into practice. The paper also addresses what constitutes a 'healthy' snack in the context of dental hygiene, such as cheese for neutralizing enamel-damaging acids and raw, crunchy fruits and vegetables for their cleansing benefits as well as their nutrient value. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Denthyg.wps

Dental Hygiene And Phobia
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There are many people who, for different reasons, have a very real and often debilitating fear of dentists. The fear of pain or the use of a needle, an aversion to the sights, sounds or smells that are encountered in a dentist's office or a cultural background that lends no importance to dental health - all of these could keep a person away from the dentist. The solution accepted by most professionals is an emphasis on preventative measures. Better dental care and early intervention will decrease the probability of painful, complicated or intrusive measures and possibly reduce the mount of trauma associated with the visit. This 10 page paper looks at phobia in terms of dentistry and the best strategy for an effective influence on dental phobia - education about and strict adherence to preventative measures such as using fluoride, efficient personal dental care, regular visits to the dentist and attention to the diet. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Dental Implants
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A 5 page research paper in which the writer discusses root form implants, -- one type of dental implant being touted as a significant way of replacing dentures and uncomfortable dental prosthetics. The process utilizes a titanium "screw" onto which replacement teeth are secured. Bibliography lists 4 sources cited.
Filename: Dental.wps

Dental Phobia
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In 6 pages the author discusses the condition commonly known as dental phobia. There are many phobias experienced by people. Some are afraid of heights. Others are afraid of closed-in spaces. One big phobia among today's population is dental phobia. Yes, that's right. The fear of dentists and/or dental procedures is a really big one. In fact, a surprising number of people have dental phobia. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Phobdent2.wps

Depression and Suicide: The Youngest Victims
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A 9 page overview of two extremely alarming phenomena: childhood depression and suicide. Concerns regarding the use of Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs), one of the most widely prescribed drugs for childhood depression, a category that includes fluoxetine (Prozac[R]), fluvoxamine (Luvox[R]), paroxetine (Paxil[R]), and sertraline (Zoloft[R]), are addressed.
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Depression Following CABG Surgery
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A 4 page paper discussing the association of depression and bypass surgery. There are more than a half million coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgeries done in the United States each year. Depression has been associated with the surgery for years, either as a condition existing before the surgery or as something that develops afterwards. The most common view is that it develops afterward, but the literature review contained in this paper includes research suggesting that depression that does not exist prior to bypass surgery likely will not develop after it, either. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSnursBypDep.rtf

Depression; A State of Being or a State of Doing?
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This 4 page paper discuss the extent to which depression is a state of doing rather than a state of being; is it something we are or something we do? The paper looks at how this may be discussed by looking at literature and studies which indicate different sources of depression. The bibliography cites 4n sources.
Filename: TEdepdoing.rtf

Dermal Pharmacology
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5 pages in length. Explains the discipline of pharmacology and the science of the chemistry and pharmacology of the skin. The ability of the epidermis to absorb chemicals and the various layers of the skin are described, as well as terms such as desquamation and keratinization. A fascinating look at the role of this organ of our bodies. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Dermatofibrosarcoma Protuberans
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5 pages in length. Considered relatively uncommon, the soft tissue neoplasm distinction of dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) is classified as having a malignancy grade of low to intermediate. Metastasis is not a prominent concern with this cancer inasmuch as it remains localized; however, a critical component of DFSP is its aggressive nature and high recurrence rate. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: TLCDermPro.rtf

Determining Listeria monocytogenes Kill Curves
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A 5 page paper describing an experiment designed to result in kill curves for Listeria monocytogenes in orange juice when treated with heat. L. monocytogenes is a relatively rare but potentially deadly food-borne contaminant and is resistant not only to heat, acidity and salt treatment but also is known to thrive at low temperatures that indicate that even refrigeration is not an effective deterrent to its growth. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Listeria.wps

Developments in Medicine during the latter part of the Nineteenth Century
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This 4 page paper looks at the developments in medicine to come about during this period of time. The importance of germ theory is highlighted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Diabetes
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A 3 page research paper that discusses the risk factors, incidence, symptoms, impact of nutrition and exercise, prevention strategies and treatment options for diabetes, primarily concentrating on type 2 diabetes. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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DIABETES AND COST INCREASES
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This 3-page paper examines costs increases in diabetes treatment from an HMO perspective. Discussions include causes for the increase and how it impacts the health care system. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: MTdiabcost.rtf

Diabetes and Stress Effects
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A 15 page paper discussing the effects of stress on diabetes. Stress has been linked to a variety of diseases for many years. It has been relatively recently, however, that it has been linked to diabetes in terms of having direct effect on diabetics’ blood glucose levels and their ability to manage fluctuations. The purpose here is to provide an overview of the disease and stress, and provide literature support of how stress and diabetes interact. While the full effect of stress on diabetes is not totally clear, it is extremely clear that stress negatively affects progress of the disease and individuals’ ability to control their conditions. While it is reasonable to assume that stress also may affect onset of the disease in those genetically predisposed to it, that possibility has not yet been proven. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: KSdiabStress.rtf

Diabetes Control: A Review of Literature
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This 9 page paper provides an overview of 8 articles that represent current research in the area of diabetes management and diabetes education. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Diabetes in a Patient
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This 12 page paper explains type 1 and type 2 diabetes; looking at the causes, the symptoms, the management and treatment. The paper applies this to a patient where there are additional complication, including diabetic retinopathy. The bibliography cites 12 sources.
Filename: TEdiabet.rtf

Diabetes in America
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This 4 page paper explores both types of diabetes. Each type is defined. Statistics are provided. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Diabetes in Older Adults
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A 5 page paper discussing diabetes’ types and the particular problems faced by the older adult in achieving adequate nutrition while also controlling blood glucose with diet. Intervention that seeks to control both diabetes and obesity in the elderly is not an easy task, but it is one that at least is logical. Patient education is paramount, as is visual attractiveness. As older adults lose senses of taste and smell, visual attractiveness can encourage them to eat what they need when they really would rather eat nothing at all. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSdiabOverOlder.rtf

Diabetes Mellitis and Cardiovascular Disease in African Americans
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This 10 page paper provides an overview of existing studies that relate the problems of diabetes mellitis (DM) and cardiovascular disease (CVD) in African American populations. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Diabetes Mellitus
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A 6 page research paper that offers an overview of this disease. Diabetes mellitus is a devastating metabolic disease that affects millions of Americans. This literature review offers a comprehensive overview of this disease, describing its symptoms, history, how it affects the body, its ramifications, prognosis and treatment, among other topics. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Diabetes Mellitus
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A 14 page overview of this serious medical condition. This paper defines Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and outlines diagnostic techniques and treatment regimes as well as other nursing interventions. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PPdiabMl.rtf

Diabetes Mellitus: Causes, Effects and Treatment
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A 6 page description of the various types of diabetes mellitus, the causes, effects, and treatment. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Diabetes Model Treatment Program
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A 7 page research paper that investigates the components that a model treatment program for diabetes (hypothetically located at a large, metropolitan hospital) should include. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Diabetes Self-Management - Hispanic Patients
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A 9 page paper that discusses teaching transcultural care to nurses and issues relative to Hispanic patients learning to be more proactive in managing this disease. The paper discusses transcultural nursing per Leininger and others and reports appropriate statistical data. Mezirow's approach is the theoretical base discussed for adult learning and Leininger's framework is the foundation for teaching nurses and then, patients. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Diabetes Type II
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This 10 page paper begins with an overview of diabetes, explaining the disease, the types and the incidence. The paper then focuses on Type II diabetes, symptoms, diagnosis, complications, treatment and other risk factors. The next section discusses how nurses help in the management of the illness and the final section discusses the importance of an interdisciplinary team when treating patients. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PGdiab2.rtf

Diabetes: Classifications and Treatment Implications
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An 11 page overview of diabetes. The author discusses both type I diabetes and type II diabetes and the treatment implications of each. Diabetic ketoacidosis, hypoglycemia, and hyperglycemia, combine with social and psychological factors to necessitate very specific program planning. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPdiab2.rtf

Diabetes: The Workings of the Pancreas
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This 4 page paper examines both type one and type two diabetes. The pancreas is the focus of this inquiry. The paper explores the differences in function between the types. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Diabetic Education for Continuing Education for Nurses Exploring Perceptions of Health Care Management Compared to Published Standards of Care Among a Rural Population Experiencing Diabetes: A Review of Literature
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of elements of a review of literature on the subject of diabetes education and adherence to health care management principles and standards of care. Bibliography lists 5 sources
Filename: MHDiabetProMan.rtf

Diagnostic Cancer Tests
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A 5 page paper discussing three types of cancer tests. Pap smears, biopsy and chromosomal studies all have roles in predicting, screening for and diagnosing cancer. Each has specific uses as well. By its nature the Pap smear is specific in the types of cancers it can detect, but biopsy has a wide range of applications and chromosomal analysis is becoming more important with each passing year. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSbioCAtests.rtf

Dietary Non-Compliance in Cardiac Patients
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A 5 page discussion of the difficulty heart patients encounter trying to adhere to prescribed diets. The author emphasizes the importance of dietary changes in improving the quality of these patients' lives but observes that even deliberate nutritional intervention tactics are often unsuccessful in achieving long-term changes. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Diethyl Ether
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This 5 page paper considers this drug as a member of the oxygen-containing functional groups. The writer places this drug in to context of its functional group, then considers how it has been used as an anaesthetic and the drugs' historical development. After this the writer looks at its' chemical formula and give a comprehensive outline of its' physical properties. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
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Diffusion Hypoxia & Nitrous Oxide Administration
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A 19 page research paper that discusses the phenomenon known as diffusion hypoxia, which is commonly associated with nitrous oxide/oxygen sedation unless this is followed by a “washout” procedure that consists of breathing pure oxygen for 5 minutes after the termination of the nitrous oxide/oxygen mixture (Jeske, et al, 2004). Nevertheless, over the decades there has been continuing debate as to whether or not the oxygen flushing is absolutely required after nitrous oxide administration and if nitrous oxide itself, as an agent, is the cause of hypoxia. This literature review examines the history of this controversy and relevant empirical research in order to form a conclusions concerning this procedure. Bibliography lists 20 sources.
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Digital Imaging in Radiology
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A 5 page overview of the many advantages of digital imaging in radiology. Emphasizes that technological improvements have occurred in practically every aspect of radiology, both in diagnostic techniques and in treatment techniques. Contends that digital imaging in particular is an important advancement which will propel the technique well into the future. With digital imaging comes many new possibilities in terms of data management and patient care. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
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Digital Mammography
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A 2 page paper accompanying a separate PowerPoint presentation. Digital mammography – and particularly computer-aided mammography – shows promise for greater accuracy, which will translate to better results. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSmamDigi.rtf

Discovery And Historical Development Of Radiation Oncology
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This 5 page paper is a PowerPoint presentation on the discovery and history development of radiation oncology. The presentation outlines the major developments and events that led to today’s more sophisticated treatments such as IMRT. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEoncology.rtf

Discuss how well Popper’s model of Conjectures and Refutations applies to Fleming's Work on Penicillin
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A paper which considers the differences between Popper's methodology and that of the inductionists, and applies the theories to Fleming's discovery of penicillin. Bibliography lists 4 sources
Filename: JLpoper.rtf

Disease - Causing Parasite / Leishmania Donovani
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Leishmani Donovani is a parasite carried by flies and known to have wiped out nearly 70% of the population in one region of the Southern Sudan from the late 1980's through the early 1990's. Issues concerning geographic spreading of the parasite & its disease course/symptoms, variations of Leishmania Donovani, etc; -- are examined in this 9 page report. Bibliography lists 9 scholarly sources-- predominately from medical journals.
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Disease - Causing Parasite / Onchocerca Volvulus
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8 pages in length. A detailed discussion of Onchocerca Volvulus, a parasitic worm known to cause "river blindness" and death in certain regions of Africa. The condition caused by this parasite is specifically known as onchocerciasis-- and in this report its range, frequency, symptoms, epidemiology, effects, and clinical diagnosis are examined closely. Projects being undertaken to control the problem are also discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Disease Control in the Summer Camp/Day Care Situation: Escherichia coli
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A 6 page discussion of the potential impacts of Escherichia coli in the summer camp/day care situation. Describes the epidemiology of the disease, emphasizing the 1994 outbreak at a Virginia summer camp which affected a total of twenty children and counselors. Outlines the importance of preventative measures in food storage, preparation, and serving as well as personal hygiene and such organizational concerns as clean drinking water and swimming areas. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Disease Management Programs/Diabetes & Effectiveness
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A 7 page research paper that summaries 5 research studies on type 2 diabetes management programs in order to answer the research question as to whether or not these programs improve clinical outcomes. Each study is profiled and then the writer offers discussion and analysis. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khdmps.rtf

Disease Management/Hypertension
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A 9 page research paper that discusses disease management programs, with a focus on hypertension. To address the problem of hypertension, healthcare provider systems and health plans have turned to the strategies provided by disease management (DM) programs as a method for improving patient outcomes in hypertension management. This examination of DM programs in regards to hypertension seeks to evaluate DM as a tool for containing cost and ensuring quality in regards to control of this chronic condition. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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Down's Syndrome: An Overview
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A 3 page overview of Down's Syndrome. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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