Relevance of “The Doctor” to Assessment and Appraisal
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This 3 page paper explains the relevance of the film “The Doctor” to medical students with regards to assessment and appraisal. Bibliography lists 1 sources.
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Religion and the Machine Model of Health Care
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This 5 page paper looks at religious views of modern medicine, euthanasia and circumcision along with the clinical medical model. The Jewish religion along with The General Assembly Church of the First Born are discussed in respect to health care. Prayer is looked at as an alternative to medical care. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Residents’ Rights in Long Term Care: Pain Management
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An 11 page paper discussing traditional and newer approaches to pain management among the elderly, specifically those confined to nursing homes. The paper includes discussion of Neuman’s, Orem’s and King’s theories of nursing practice as they relate to the issue of pain management among nursing home residents. The use of pain-killing drugs is frowned on even when use of them is necessary. More highly favored is patient education and personal responsibility in exercising pain management techniques. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
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Restructuring the American Health Care System According to Ralph Snyderman and Andrew Weil
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This 5 page report discusses an article published in the February 25, 2002, issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine (published by the American Medical Association) in which the authors outline their many concerns regarding the immense problems faced at all levels of the health care delivery system and the ways in which integrative medicine can serve to help “put the wheels back on.” Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: BWremed.rtf

Scoliosis: Chiropractic Care Verses Medical Intervention
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An 8 page overview of scoliosis, a condition in which five million individuals in the U.S. alone suffer from. Defines the condition describing its symptoms and typical treatment routines. Analyzes the literature for credible reports as to the effectiveness of chiropractic treatment for the condition. Notes the paucity of that literature but concludes that what literature does exist on the would appear to indicate that indeed chiropractic care is a valuable component of a treatment regime for this sometimes devastating condition. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Shiatsu
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A 19 page research paper that explores the topic of shiatsu, which means literally "finger" (shi) and "pressure" (atsu) and is rather like acupuncture, but without the needles (Klein 46). It is a Japanese word that describes a contemporary therapy that has its roots in Oriental traditional medicine. The writer explores what shiatsu is; its basic principles and philosophy; and what constitutes its practice. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: khshitsu.rtf

Soy And Osteoporosis
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An 8 page paper. Osteoporosis is a disease that affects at least 10 million Americans, 80 percent of whom are women. Osteopenia, or abnormally low bone density affects another 18 million people, placing them at risk of developing osteoporosis. In recent years, a number of studies have investigated the properties of soy in the prevention and treatment of both these conditions. This paper reports the results of the studies and explains what elements in soy are credited with preventing other diseases. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: PGsoyost.rtf

Special Interest Democracy and Marijuana
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A 5 page essay that posits that democracy in America has changed, point in case, the nonsensical reasons behind the government's fight against marijuana as a medicine. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Stem Cell Research and Organ Transplantation
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A 3 page reflection on the death the author’s uncle. Because organs are limited in supply many die before ever receiving them. Stem cell research could feasibly overcome this problem. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Stress: Theory and Treatment
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An 11 page overview of the phenomenal of stress and the factors which cause it. The author emphasizes that stress can result in a number of adverse physiological and psychological problems and that intervention must be case specific. The relative value of pharmacological intervention, meditation, biofeedback, and hypnosis are explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Tayo’s Healing Process in “Ceremony” by Leslie Marmon Silko
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This is a 5 page paper discussing the process of healing of the character Tayo in the novel “Ceremony” by Leslie Marmon Silko. Through Tayo’s interactions with three of main characters in the novel, namely Ku’oosh, Montano and Betonie, Tayo is able to understand that not only do the white man medicines not work on Tayo but neither do the traditional healing ceremonies work on the modern Pueblo Indian as demonstrated by Ku’oosh. Montano teaches Tayo the power of natural elements in his healing process but it is not until Tayo meets Betonie, the modern day medicine man does he realize that it is the fusion of traditional and modern day elements that make the strongest healing regimen. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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The Benefits and Risks of Human Consumption of Cocoa
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This 20 page paper provides an overview of the issue of human consumption of cocoa and the varied studies that exist. This paper integrates a view of the current studies on the use of cocoa and the human consumption of cocoa as it impacts health. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: MHCocoa.rtf

The Benefits of Massage Therapy in Treating Multiple Sclerosis
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A 6 page overview of the benefits of massage therapy in treating multiple sclerosis. Emphasizes that while there is little direct research regarding the positive effects of massage on multiple sclerosis in particular, there is considerable evidence that massage can be beneficial in relieving many of the discomforts such as those associated with the condition. Includes information on the diagnosis and manifestation of multiple sclerosis as well as on the physiological benefits of massage. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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The Best Choice; A Placebo or Traditional Treatment
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This 5 page paper looks at the arguments for and adjacent the use of placebos in different medical conditions. Differentiation psychological and non psychological is made and case study evidence is used to form the arguments for and against the use of placebos in medical treatment. Other considerations included are economical and ethical. The bibliography cites 5 sources.
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The Concept of Holism in Nursing
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A 5 page overview of the concept of holism as it applies to nursing. This paper contends that the concept of holism is integrally linked with the goals and objectives of nursing. Holism, after all, embodies the concept of healing. Holism embodies another concept as well, however, that is the concept of caring. It is a concept which is intimately entwined with energy flows, touch, and complimentary or alternative therapies but it is also a concept which can be compared with such prominent nursing theories as Hildegard Peplau's Theory of Interpersonal Relations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPnrsHol.rtf

THE CORRELATION BETWEEN BUDDHIST MEDITATION PRACTICES AND PSYCHOTHERAPY: A SAMPLE THESIS PROPOSAL
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This 13 page paper discusses meditation and the incorporation of it into the practice of the psychotherapist. Scientific studies discussed and outlined, specific methodology is suggested with thesis, proposal and analysis of past research. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: MBaltmedres.rtf

The Effectiveness of Acupuncture in the United States
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5 pages in length. Explains the use and effectiveness of acupuncture, its introduction to the United States and some of the mind and body connections.
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