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Ethical Dilemma/Canadian Nursing Practice »

Number of Pages: 8

An 8 page research paper that addresses the problem of limited resources in Canadian nursing healthcare. The writer cites CNA sources in discussing this issue in relation to a specific case scenario. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

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A Nursing Teaching Plan/Hand Scrub and Sterile Technique »

Number of Pages: 6

A 6 page research paper that provides a teaching plan for instructing nurses in the protocol for surgical hand scrub, gowning and gloving. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Continuing Learning Plan and Nursing »

Number of Pages: 5

A 5 page paper that presents a general discussion emphasizing the importance of computer literacy and information systems knowledge and skills for nurses. The writer then provides a self-assessment and objectives for a continuing education program in these areas. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Personal Influences on Nursing Philosophy »

Number of Pages: 6

6 pages in length. The writer discusses various components that can influence nursing philosophies. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Communitarian Perspective, Informaticist »

Number of Pages: 4

A 4 page paper that responds to three issues. The first scenario discusses a new director who is a demanding leader. Communitarian perspective is discussed. The paper discusses how technology can reduce medical errors. The paper also discusses the competencies and duties of a nursing informaticist. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Coping Strategies and Breast Cancer »

Number of Pages: 12

A 12 page paper that provides an overview of coping strategies of people with serious illnesses and then considers these in terms of breast cancer. This paper also suggests ways in which knowledge of these coping skills impacts nursing. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

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Nurse Practitioners Article, a Critique »

Number of Pages: 4

A 4 page critique of a qualitative study using grounded theory as its theoretical framework. Martin and Hutchinson (1999) set out to identify social and operational problems faced by Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in their daily routines, focusing on negative aspects of the NP position. Though their motives are sound, the conclusions they reach ...

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APN Roles, an Overview »

Number of Pages: 5

This 5 page research paper pertains to, first of all, the requirements that pertain to licensure of APNs in the State of Idaho, as this pertains directly to the student researching this topic. Then, the writer addresses the emerging roles in regards to advanced practice nursing, APN role development from a theoretical perspective, and APN ...

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Nurse's Views on Euthanasia »

Number of Pages: 8

An 8 page discussion of the ethics of euthanasia as it impacts the nursing profession. This paper contends that in some situations euthanasia could be considered morally and ethically right. At the same time, however, the author cautions that the appropriateness of euthanasia must be considered on a case by case basis. ...

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Adolescent Obesity in Canada »

Number of Pages: 3

This 3 page research paper discusses the problem of overweight/obesity among Canadian teens, as well as how nurses can impact this problem through an effective intervention. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Interpersonal Relations Model, Peplau »

Number of Pages: 3

A 3 page research paper that discusses the interpersonal relations model developed by Hildegard Peplau. The writer focuses on the orientation phase and discusses examples of how the model has been used in nursing practice. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Code of Ethics for Nurses/The ANA Guide »

Number of Pages: 3

A 3 page book review on the ANA's Guide to the Code of Ethics for Nurses: Interpretation and Application, edited by Marsha D.M. Fowler. The writer describes the first chapter and recommends the book. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

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Research Support for Applying Orem’s Self Care Theory »

Number of Pages: 4

This 4 page paper looks at the way in which current research is aiding with the practical application of Orem’s self care theory. The paper reviews several areas of research and considers how this can be of benefit to nursing care. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

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MSN Summary and Evaluation »

Number of Pages: 8

An 8 page paper reviewing and evaluating an MSN program. The paper uses the nurse’s practicum exercise to discuss four terminal objectives of the Master’s program. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

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Stroke Patients and Caring Assistance »

Number of Pages: 4

This 4 page paper considers how a nurse may use a participatory action research (PAR) framework to design the first cycle of a program to help spouses of stroke patients adapt to their new role as carers and meet the needs of the stroke patient. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

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Health Among the Homeless »

Number of Pages: 3

A 3 page paper that provides some data regarding infections and the homeless and what that could to the general public. The essay identifies the legal and ethical responsibilities of the community nurse as well as her/his roles. The paper ends with a report about state and local public health agencies. Bibliography lists 5 ...

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The Nurse Educator, Postprostatectomy Patients and Informative Websites »

Number of Pages: 6

This 6 page paper lists 10 websites: five that discuss prostatectomies clinically; and five that might help nurse educators with the subject. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

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Myasthenia Gravis an Autoimmune Disorder »

Number of Pages: 5

A 5 page research paper that discusses this autoimmune disorder, its pathophysiology, current research and the application of this research to nursing, that is, what questions does research answer and what questions are left to be answered. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Diabetic Education for Continuing Education for Nurses »

Number of Pages: 11

This 11 page paper provides an overview of lesson plans for diabetes management, as well as a rationale for the development of nursing education programming. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Caring and the Nurse Practitioner »

Number of Pages: 5

A 5 page research paper that discusses caring in advanced practice nursing from the standpoint of ethical, moral and legal obligations. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

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Treating Osteoporosis »

Number of Pages: 8

An 8 page research paper that discusses osteoporosis. This investigation of literature offers guidance and information that can be used to design a nursing management plan for a patient newly diagnosed with osteoporosis. The main goal of the proposed care plan is to address and reduce the potential impact of impaired mobility by reducing the ...

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The Kidneys and Renal Failure »

Number of Pages: 4

This 4 page paper discusses the kidneys and renal failure; nursing assessment of such patients, including lab results and patient interaction; types of dialysis and finally, transplant. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Symptom Management Utilizing Behavioral Modification Techniques for Cancer Patients »

Number of Pages: 7

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.

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Nurse Educator, A Philosophy of Teaching »

Number of Pages: 3

This 3 page statement offers a student an example of how to state a personal philosophy of teaching as a nurse educator. The writer proposes using multiple intelligence (MI) theory and social learning (SL) theory and describes both perspectives. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Role of Nurse Administrator »

Number of Pages: 8

An 8 page research paper that examines the role of the nurse administrator. Topics covered include the role of the administrator, history, educational preparation, and theoretical concepts. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

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Single Mother's Economic Struggles »

Number of Pages: 8

An 8 page discussion of the emotional and rational healing which must accompany divorce for the single parent. The author traces the economic problems encountered by a single mother and the steps that mother takes to overcome those problems. Those steps center around pursuing a higher degree in nursing. Bibliography lists 4 ...

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BNP Assays (Article Summary) »

Number of Pages: 3

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.

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CINAHL Database and Theory Searching »

Number of Pages: 5

A 5 page paper discussing the theories of Neuman, Orem and Roy in 2 pages followed by the actual search results gained from a search of the CINAHL database in terms linking those theorists with perioperative nursing. Search results list 2 articles discussing each of the 3 theorists. Bibliography lists 2 sources. ...

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Data Collection Questions from Week Four »

Number of Pages: 5

A 5 page paper answering four questions about research design, data collection, descriptive statistics and ethical considerations for an impending nursing utilization study. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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Preventing Medication Error Change Project »

Number of Pages: 4

A 4 page research paper that discusses a problematic area in many practice clinical settings--medication errors. The writer offers suggestions found in nursing literature for improving this problem. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Conceptual Analysis of Powerlessness »

Number of Pages: 8

This 8 page paper provides an overview of the concept of powerlessness. The creation of a concept analysis is completed in order to provide a contextualized view of a theoretical and practical term, rather than simply defining this term. This paper provides a concept analysis of this term as it relates to the ...

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Evaluating A Health Promotion Pamphlet »

Number of Pages: 5

A 5 page research paper that consists primarily of a detailed evaluation of a health-promotional pamphlet published by Eckerd’s Pharmacies and available to the general public. The last page of the paper answers 2 brief questions pertaining to nursing education. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Nurse Practitioner Profession and Risks of Musculoskeletal Injuries »

Number of Pages: 7

This 7 page paper looks at the risk of back, and other musculoskeletal, injuries in the health care setting. Risks of such injuries to the nurse practitioner in a primary care setting are explored. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Continuing Educaiton and the Application of Theory »

Number of Pages: 7

A 7 page continuation of an educational initiative following completion of a needs assessment and analysis at a long term care facility. The initial assessment indicates that a need exists in further training and education in techniques and rationale of infection control in the institutional setting. This paper discusses learning theory and selects ...

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Medication Administration and School Nurses »

Number of Pages: 5

This 5 page paper is a proposal for a study related to school nurses and the administration of medication. Sections include and introduction with hypotheses, review of the literature, methodology and suggestions for actual research projects. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Theory Analysis/Peplau »

Number of Pages: 4

A 4 page research paper that summarizes and evaluates Hildegard Peplau's nursing theory, the Theory of Interpersonal Relations. The writer describes its key elements and then offers brief evaluation, with examples of its application. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Administrators, Staff Nurses, and Shared Liability »

Number of Pages: 2

A 2 page paper which defines medical liability and examines how liability is shared by both staff nurses and hospital administrators. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Performance Management through Clinical Supervision of Nurses in the NHS; Professional, Legal and Ethical Perspectives »

Number of Pages: 11

This 11 page paper looks at the increasing importance of clinical supervision as a tool of performance management for nurses in the UK's National Health Service. The approach is one which can be seen as having the potential to improve quality of care and enhance skills. The issue is considered from the professional ...

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Medication Error Reduction Lesson Plan »

Number of Pages: 8

An 8 page paper. This is a lesson plan for teaching nurses to teach other staff to teach mentally disabled patients to take their medication properly. The lesson begins with objectives and materials needed. The introduction offers data regarding medication errors. Technology solutions to this problem are discussed, e.g., bar coding. The author then discusses ...

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Cunningham's The Hours/Implications for Healthcare »

Number of Pages: 3

A 3 page observational essay that summarizes the issues in the novel that pertain to suicide and then discusses how this insight might affect a nurse involved in psychiatric or social care. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Title, Premise, Design for DNP Project »

Number of Pages: 5

This 5 page paper outlines components that will be utilized by a student in a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) project. This paper presents the title of the project, its premise and design. The project concerns an intervention for depression among adolescents that utilizes a computer game. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

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Bipolar Disorder »

Number of Pages: 10

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 ...

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Pediatric Asthma Case Management »

Number of Pages: 6

A 6 page research paper that discusses a case scenario involving a pediatric patient and then relates this to information on asthma case management conducted by a nurse practitioner. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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Personal Reflections on Clinical Supervision »

Number of Pages: 4

This 4 page paper is written as a personal reflection on clinical supervision of a nurse practitioner within the UK NHS service. The aim of the paper is to bring together theory and practice in a reflective manner. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

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Adding an Athletic Trainer to the Sports Medicine Clinic »

Number of Pages: 4

A 4 page paper promoting the concept of adding an athletic trainer to a sports medicine clinic. The paper argues that an existing sports medicine clinic has the opportunity to use athletic trainers on staff in the same roles that nurse practitioners and physician assistants fill in the practices of internists, gynecologists and other ...

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Meningitis and Africans in a Cultural Competency Case Study »

Number of Pages: 7

This 7 page paper discusses meningitis and how to implement a health education and immunization program on a college campus by the nursing professional. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

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NPs Prescribing/Alberta »

Number of Pages: 3

A 3 page research paper that specifically looks at nurse practitioners' authority in Alberta, Canada to prescribe medication, as outlined by provincial law. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

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Comparing Mission and Philosophy Statements in regards to Nursing »

Number of Pages: 3

A 3 page research paper that contrasts and compares the mission and philosophy statements of the University of North Carolina School of Nursing to that of the University of North Carolina Hospitals. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Community Health Nursing and Palliative Care »

Number of Pages: 3

A 3 page research paper that offers an overview of 3 scholarly articles on palliative care and their application to community health nursing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

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Overview of the American Nurses Association »

Number of Pages: 3

This 3 page research paper/essay offers a description of the American Nurses Association (ANA). The writer discusses its the organization's aim and activities, as well as its emphasis on evidence-based practice. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

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