Curricula Design and the Impact on Gay and Lesbian Students
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This 21 page paper considers the different approaches to sex education and the impact that these programs have on gay and lesbian students. This paper focuses on the use of curricula that are affirming of the sexual orientations of gay and lesbian students and the impact this has on reducing incidences of violence, including hate crimes, against these students. This paper suggests that the use of these programs supports the academic success of gay and lesbian students through this positive model. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: MHsexed4.wps

Czech Immigrants & Nursing
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A 3 page research paper that discusses Czech immigrant to the US in relation to the topic of nursing cultural competency. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: khczech2.rtf

Dangers of Dieting
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A 5 pager paper that explores the medical dangers of diet fads, including anorexia, bulimia and diet drugs such as Fen-Phen and Redux. The paper also explores the psychological and societal influences behind dangerous diet fads. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: Dietdang.wps

Dangers Of The Elderly Living Alone
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A 4 page paper that looks at two of the many dangers for the elderly living alone: heat and nutrition, with an emphasis on heat-related deaths. Of all natural weather conditions, including heat, tornadoes, hurricanes, lightening and floods, heat takes more lives each year than any of the others and seniors are especially affected. Another issue facing the elderly who live alone is proper nutrition. Both issues are discussed with statistical data, the emphasis is on heat-related deaths. Three alternative solutions are offered to eliminate the risks of both issues among the elderly. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGeldht.rtf

DASH -- Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension
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This 10 page report discusses the “DASH” or Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension diet DASH is a sound dietary concept that has the potential to save lives and offers a new way of thinking about health, fitness, and nutrition. Hypertension or “high blood pressure” is a major health problem in the United States but African-Americans face a much greater risk of hypertension and all of its related health problems than white Americans. This report particularly focuses on DASH, hypertension, and the African American population. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: BWdash.rtf

Data Base Management: The Nurse as a Change Agent
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A 3 page discussion of the evolving role nurses play in data base management. This paper contends that the nurse plays many roles in data base management. Not only does she or he collect data and input it into the data base, the nurse is often responsible for some components of the management of the data base. The nurse can, in fact, be a change agent in the QI process, an agent that makes recommendations that will result in improved data base management. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: PPnrsDta.rtf

Data Collection and the Analysis of Variables
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This 7 page paper looks at an article which collects data and then uses the data in an analysis. The article used concerns the influences on maternal mortality in Burkina Faso between 1997 and 2001. The different variables are examined and the way they are clustered is discussed. The paper also presents a conceptual map. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEMvariable.rtf

Data Collection Tool for Pneumonia
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A 3 page paper containing information from the first three screens of MedQuest Data Collection Tools for pneumonia. MedQuest Data Collection Tools is a third-party computer-mediated data collection system offered for download at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website. There are several specific topics available; this one focuses on pneumonia. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KSnursDataColTool.rtf

Date Rape:
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This 6 page paper dicusses the issue of date rape. Specifically, this paper discusses the history of date rape, provides the opinions of the author of the paper on the subject, and provides opposing viewpoints as well. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: GSDateRp.rtf

De Bono's Six Thinking Hats
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4 pages in length. Understanding the true nature of conflict resolution is held deep within a concept of parallel thinking whereby everyone involved in the issue approaches the outcome through proactive and critical thinking that encourages a meeting of the minds even though - and perhaps in spite of - differing opinions. The Six Thinking Hats system developed by de Bono establishes half a dozen specific characteristics of this journey that set a calculated path toward reaching amicable resolution. Applying these six components to the case study will provide a greater opportunity to acquire a more humane outcome for the patient. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TLC6thnkhats.rtf

Deaf children - communication barriers
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A paper which looks at some of the communication barriers facing deaf children, using the social model of disability, and considering the kinds of therapy, support and educational facilities available to deaf children. Bibliography lists 4 sources
Filename: JLdeafcom.rtf

Dealing with Change/Miami Valley Hospital
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A 3 page research paper that offers advice to a nursing student on how to address the change occurring within the student’s workplace, which is Miami Valley Hospital located in Dayton, Ohio. The writer summarizes literature on nurse/patient ratios and change theory. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khmvhrat.rtf

Dean Ornish's "Love & Survival : 8 Pathways To Intimacy And Health"
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5 pages in length. Dean Ornish's "Love & Survival : 8 Pathways To Intimacy And Health" addresses a very fundamental instinct of every human being: individualism. That this quest for uniqueness asserts itself in every aspect of one's existence is paramount to the extent of prosocial behavior and how that relates to one's levels of health and intimacy. From the author's perspective, one can readily surmise that to be unique within a world of sameness is a quest sought by many people; however, it is by way of such an objective that one becomes labeled as selfish and introverted – consciously divorced from the requisite human connections that establish a healthful existence. No additional sources cited.
Filename: TLCornsh.wps

Death & Dying
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In 5 pages the author discusses the issue of death and dying as based on the work of Philip Larkin, Ernest Becker, and Richard W. Momeyer, and answers the question of whether Becker and Larkin share the same absolute terror of death. Momeyer sees Death Anxiety as constructive. The author discusses why this view would be particularly important for the health care professional. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Deathdie.wps

Death & Dying
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6 pages in length. Discusses death & dying in considerable detail. Covered are life expectancy, the process of dying, stages of approaching death and coping. Bibliography not available. Death&dy.wps
Filename: Deathdy.rtf

Death and Dying / Hospice Care
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A 3 page paper that uses both interviews and research to investigate the nature of care for patients who are dying. The hospice program is described and discussed from a predominantly nursing point of view. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: Deathosp.wps

Death As The Supreme Motivator
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A 4 page paper comparing the ideas expressed in Ernest Becker's The Denial of Death, William I. Miller's The Anatomy of Disgust, and Erich Fromm's The Anatomy of Human Destructiveness. The paper shows how all three of these thinkers see the denial of death, and with it man's lack of comfort with his own physicality, as the prime rationale in man's self-concept. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: Suprdeat.wps

Decision Making in the Emergency Room Situation
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A 6 page discussion of the decision making which goes into high level emergency room care. This paper discusses the case of a fifty-one year old female who presents with shortness of breath, edema, and chest pain. The diagnostic measures recommended in this case and the follow up on the diagnoses are the author’s emphasis. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPedema.rtf

Decision Making within the Stetler Model
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A 3 page paper discussing only the decision aspect of article analysis with the Stetler model. The article assessed is one reviewing the value of pressure ulcer assessment scales; it concludes that prevention is less valuable than treatment. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSnursStetler.rtf

Deer Hunting, Cold Weather & Learning Lesson the Hard Way
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A 3 page research paper that describes several scenarios in which deer hunters got into trouble due to hypothermia. The writer discusses basic hunting safety precautions that relate to cold weather and hypothermia. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khdeerhy.rtf

Defining a Nurse
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A 5 page paper which examines the role of a nurse and argues how their role is essential to good health care. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: RArndef.rtf

Defining Beliefs And Values About Nursing
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4 pages in length. The common denominator among nurses may be an overwhelming compassion toward helping mankind, however, there is considerably more to the wide-ranging aspect of nursing than merely administering medicine; in fact, the myriad components that ultimately comprise the vast application of nursing delve into issues of metaphysics, the mind/body connection and an overall holistic approach based upon four primary conceptual standards. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLCNrsBelf.rtf

Defining Community and Aggregate
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A 3 page paper differentiating between these two terms and then identifying one to study (the elderly). The community can be defined by any number of characteristics used for grouping individuals. These characteristics can include geography, relationships, cultural bonds, economic condition and religious beliefs. An aggregate is any subgroup of a defined community. The subgroup can be defined by any criteria meeting the needs of the reasons that definition is needed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: KSnursComAgDef.rtf

Defining Stress
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A 4 page paper which attempts to define a term that is subject to varying interpretation through examples, illustrations, description, comparison/contrast and analogy. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: TGstress.rtf

Defining The Four Traditional Nursing Metaparadigms
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5 pages in length. The fundamental purpose of nursing symbolizes significantly more than merely administering medications and treatments; rather, the entire strength of nursing is based much more within the psychological components of the patient/caregiver relationship than most people realize. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: TLC4Nurse.rtf

Defining the Meaning of Caring:
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This five-page -paper presents an analytical look at the eh theory of Beuracratic caring in the field of nursing. A study is discussed in which the various new organizational areas of caring are outlined. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: CWnursaga.wps

Defining the Nursing Contribution to Patient Outcome
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An 11 page exploration of the relationship which exists between nursing contribution and patient outcome. The author of this paper asserts a more and more predominant theme in nursing is the nurse’s one-on-one interaction with the patient and the consideration of such factors as culture and even spiritualism in patient care delivery. While at one time nursing was a discipline which concentrated primarily on the science of human anatomy and physiology, nursing has evolved to a discipline which recognizes not only the hard scientific facts of physiology but also the importance of psychological and sociological factors. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPnrsOut.rtf

Defining the U.S. Health Care System
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This 3 page paper provides an opinion on the health care system as it stands. It is compared with other systems. Positive and negative aspects of health care are discussed. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA437US.rtf

Degenerative Diseases Caused by the Modern Diet
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A 12 page discussion of problems in the modern American / Western diet and the degenerative diseases caused by them. Certain cancers, gout, osteoporosis, and more are noted as being caused by specific nutritional deficits, high fat foods, excess protein, and more. Several studies are cited. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: Diet.wps

Dehydration & Older Patient
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A 5 page research paper that discusses dehydration in the older patient. The writer explores the significance of this problem for the elderly and recommended nursing practices for monitoring and correcting fluid balance. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khflueld.rtf

Delegation Example in a Health Care Setting
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This 6 page paper includes 12 Powerpoint slides and two pages of notes. A case study is presented regarding a nurse and a CNA and how communication difficulties may arise. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: S826rev.rtf

Delimitations, Summary Sections for Proposed Study
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A 3 page paper that offers a guide to a student writing a study proposal that offers suggestions for the sections of the proposal describing “delimitations and limitations” and the “significance of the study.” The proposed study addresses the problem of obesity and the influence of health beliefs on lifestyle choices. No bibliography is offered.
Filename: khdlsum.rtf

Dementia
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A 5 page research paper that discusses dementia. The writer discusses what dementia is (its various forms); how it affects the individual, families and society; and offers nursing intervention suggestions. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: khdem.rtf

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.
Filename: khdem2.rtf

Dementia and the Attitudes of Health Care Workers: A Review of Literature
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This 7 page paper provides an overview of existing literature regarding the nature of dementia and the impacts of physician/nurse attitudes. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
Filename: MHDemAtt.rtf

Democratic Nursing Leadership
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A 3 page research paper that discusses what constitutes a democratic nursing leadership style. The write draws upon current research to help formulate a personal philosophy of nursing leadership. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khdemnl.rtf

Dental Health Promotion
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A 6 page paper discussing a health promotion program within a practicing dentist's office. The promotion focuses on prevention and treatment of adult dental caries. It will be carry a lecture format that will be continued on videotape, and will inform adults of new techniques developed in recent years. The goal is to prevent adult dental caries while also providing a means by which patients can have a greater voice in their own care. The paper includes a discussion of the theoretical basis for the promotion. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KShlthPromoDen.rtf

Dental Providers Becoming a Watchdog Group
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3 pages in length. Describes how dentists are able to identify and report possible cases of abuse in adult women patients. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: JGAdntal.wps

Denture Cleansers
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5 pages in length. Maintaining one's own teeth is certainly a preferable alternative to having dentures; however, when the time comes to make such a decision, there are a number of considerations to be made beyond merely the fit. If dentures are not properly cleansed on a regular basis, this can lead to the same type of oral decay found in those without dentures. Denture cleansers are manufactured to help continue the process of good oral hygiene by effectively removing the build up of debris from prosthetic dental appliances. Powder, tablet or paste, the choice of material is solely a personal decision based upon past experience and preference. The write discusses various aspects of denture cleansers. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: TLCdentr.wps

Department of Veterans Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinics
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A 7 page review of the history, rules, and regulations pertaining to CBOCs. This paper emphasizes the variability of CBOCs and makes suggestions for needs assessments. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPveteransOutpatientClinics.rtf