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Healthcare for the Elderly, 2006.
This paper takes a close look at the United States healthcare system and what the author believes are innovative ways to address the rise in elderly care.
2,922 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 86.95
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The author discusses the affects of elderly care on rising healthcare costs, lack of sufficient retirement benefits, problems with prescription drugs and elder abuse within nursing homes. The paper also details ways in which the writer believes these issues can be combated.
From the Paper
"The strain on Medicare, Medicaid, and Social Security adds up to an increasing deficit. What will happen when the baby boomers reach retirement age? The government needs to look at the big picture and make long-term changes. Benefits will have to decrease or taxes will increase. Medicare should be focused more on the poor elderly otherwise the younger generations will be paying out large amounts in taxes to support some that don't really need it."
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Euthanasia, 2006.
An examination of legal, moral and medical issues involved in euthanasia.
1,410 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper explores the issue of euthanasia. The author begins by discussing Dr. Jack Kevorkian and his court room trials for assisted suicide and then briefly looks at U.S. state law regarding euthanasia. The author also provides a comparison between passive and active euthanasia and reviews some of the many myths about euthanasia. It concludes with a study of the varying reasons people oppose euthanasia, including the author's personal feelings on the subject.
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"The people who are against euthanasia give several reasons for their belief. They believe that family members will talk their elderly relatives into euthanasia, so they can have their inheritance. Or they will withdraw food and drink per relative request. Or it will eventually turn into a situation where doctors and such can decide when it is time for a person to die. Even if the request is genuine, they believe that counseling will help. There is no difference between a well person wanting to die, then a sick. The only thing is one has a mental illness, and the other has a physical ailment. They are not saying that doctors should try everything in the world to keep a person a live. They believe that is inhumane. What they are saying is don't help a person die (Johansen, 1-3)."
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Health vs. Wealth, 2006.
This paper explores the ongoing battles between the health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and the traditional hospitals.
2,600 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 78.95
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This paper details the current crisis concerning health care and health costs as well as public and government concern regarding health maintenance organizations (HMOs) and "regular" hospitals. The writer of this paper delves into the escalating cost of health care due to advancing technology and pharmaceutical research. This paper also discusses the services and care offered by both health institutions.
Topics covered in this paper include:
Cost of Care
Technology as a Cost-Increasing Factor
Costs of Maintaining a Traditional Hospital
HMOs as Profit Centers
Care
Traditional Hospital Care
Conclusion
Works Referenced
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"America's population is aging. We live longer, but therefore we require more hospital stays or medication than generations before us. The largest insurer of the aging is the government, through Medicare and Medicaid. Knowing the shortfall of income for future Medicare recipients, the government has been reducing, even curtailing some of the items, drugs, and illnesses for which it will pay the entire cost. Without such reimbursement, the for-profit HMOs are reducing the list of their clientele."
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Osteoporosis, 2006.
An overview of the bone disease, osteoporosis and its effects on the elderly.
2,573 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper discusses the history, etiology, pathophysiology, epidemiology, and treatment of osteoporosis as well as its life style and emotional effects on the elderly population.
Outline
History
Etiology and Pathophysiology
Epidemiology of Fractures
Treatment
Lifestyle Effects on the Elderly
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"Primary osteoporosis in older adults is referred to as involutional osteoporosis, and Khosla, Riggs and Melton identify two types of osteoporosis in this category. Type one is postmenopausal osteoporosis, and it is primarily found in women 15 to 20 years after they have gone through menopause. Estrogen deficiency is fingered as the triggering mechanism, but since the majority of post-menopausal women don't actually develop osteoporosis, there have to be other factors present as well."
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Relocation Stress Syndrome, 2006.
A discussion of the lack of information available on Relocation Stress Syndrome.
1,108 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper introduces the topic of Relocation Stress Syndrome and the inadequate treatment people who suffer from this ailment receive because of the poor information available regarding the problem. The paper points out that the most reliable study done on Relocation Stress Syndrome found that the problem is better handled and accepted when a psychological and sociological approach to treatment is taken, rather than a medical approach, which invariably means the use of medication.
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"In reviewing archived issues from several Nursing Associations whether they are Psychological, Life Sciences or Sociological, dating back to 1995, it's remarkable that little coverage of Relocation Stress Syndrome exists. Moreover after reviewing 390 different references from the various associations one finds that the problems of Relocation Stress Syndrome are addressed more along the line of attempting to define this malady as a mental illness."
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Medicare vs. Medicaid, 2005.
This paper discusses two U.S. government-sponsored health care programs: Medicare and Medicaid.
1,200 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper explains that Medicare is a federal insurance which provides persons over the age of 65 with coverage for many health conditions and treatment with no regard to their income level; whereas, Medicaid is both a federal and state program, which provides health assistance to people of low income groups with little regard for their age. The author points out that, even though Medicare is a successful program, it comes with gaps especially in the areas of prescription drugs and long-term, non-professional nursing care. The paper relates that to help with Medicare's gaps, most have some form of supplemental insurance; the elderly spend an estimated 22% of their income, on average, for health care services and premiums.
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"Compared to Medicaid which is viewed as a comprehension program for low income groups, Medicare has certainly outperformed Medicaid in many ways. In 1998, when 88 percent of older people were covered by Medicare, 73 percent of low income groups did not have proper insurance. This means that an overwhelming majority of people (around 44 million) were left uninsured. Even employer-based insurance programs have not been able to perform well. Most workers are poorly covered under these programs and premiums have gone up from 12 to 22 percent."
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Sexuality and Aging, 2006.
A look at the common issues and concerns of the aging population regarding the topic of sexuality.
1,055 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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This paper describes some of the key concerns regarding sexuality and aging, including misconceptions about sexuality and aging as well as the problems with sexuality that members of the aging population sometimes face. It also looks at solutions, treatments and techniques that can be applied to help address some of those problems.
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"Sexuality is a key part of human existence. However, when most people think of sexuality, they tend to ignore the fact that as one ages, there can be many issues surrounding the psychological, as well as physical aspects of sexual performance and experience. Unfortunately, is it common for lay people and physicians to gloss over or ignore the issues surrounding sexuality in the older population, yet it is a very important aspect of life. Although more research is being conducted into sexual dysfunction in advancing age populations, especially as the "Baby Boom" generation enters its twilight years, there is significantly more research as well as general attention that must be devoted to the issue."
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Aging and Attitude, 2005.
Examines women's attitudes towards aging in America.
1,876 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper examines the attitudes and preconceived beliefs toward aging in America, specifically the attitudes of women toward aging. The paper focuses on the effects of aging and the different attitudes of men and women.
Paper Outline:
Objective
Aging in General
Women
The Social Network
Summary and Conclusion
From the Paper
"A poll conducted by Brandeis University National Center found that there is a link between a woman's attitude toward aging and working longer. A job that stimulates the mind and also keeps one physically mobile will certainly promote a longer life. However a job that is overly stressful may very well make one sick and produce opposite effects from those experienced by a job that is non-stressful in nature."
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Osteoporosis, 2005.
A discussion about osteoporosis - pathology, symptoms and treatment.
1,587 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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Osteoporosis is also known as porous bone and is a disease that clearly shows lowered bone mass and structural deterioration of the tissues of the bone. The paper explains that these characteristics lead to fragility of the bone, due to which there is increased susceptibility for fractures in the regions of the hip, spine and wrist. It shows how osteoporosis can affect both men and women, though women seem to be more prone to the disease. The paper concludes that osteoporosis is a disease that if care is taken, can be prevented and treated.
Outline
Introduction
Prevalence of Osteoporosis
Financial Cost Associated With Osteoporosis
Patho-physiology and Associated Symptoms Of Osteoporosis
Treatment of Osteoporosis
Role of the Geriatric Nurse Practitioner
Mechanisms for Increasing the Awareness of Osteoporosis
References
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"The first and most important step in creating awareness is to make the elderly people of the country aware of osteoporosis and its effects on the elderly. The elderly do require medical health care facilities from time to time and during their visits to the health care provider information on osteoporosis. The elderly can themselves act as information disseminators as they move with their elderly friends. Volunteers from the elderly group may be even those who are borderline cases may be used, for this purpose. Finally nation wide coverage of the disease osteoporosis by the media will ensure that the attention of the legislators is attracted to this problem of osteoporosis that is posing a serious health hazard to the elderly people of the United States of America. (The national osteoporosis awareness plan)"
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"Ulysses": A Poetic Journey, 2006.
This essay discusses the poem "Ulysses" by Lord Alfred Tennyson and the main character's view in old age.
857 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 30.95
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This essay explores the issue of old age, both positive and negative within the environment of the poem. The paper touches on how old age is viewed in modern society today. "Ulysses" is an age-old tale of a man's collected experience and journey around the ancient world. How did his experiences shape his view on old age? Has anything changed since Lord Tennyson's time? How does this view on old age comment upon Tennyson's thoughts? This paper attempts to explore these questions.
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"The view of old age has not changed over the centuries. It is still seen as a negative by society as youth is glorified. Still Ulysses has realized that death is a stage of life everyone must face eventually. Just because one is older does not mean the elderly do not have value to their community. Ulysses still has much left to accomplish. Tennyson emphasizes this idea by utilizing imagery incorporating the stars. The imagery of light equals newness or the dawn of a new day. I think it is all too uncommon for today's elderly to feel like they have lost value or potential to shine. It is society's fault for not valuing wisdom that comes with years of experience. It is not a trend but part of human nature."
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Elderly Drivers: A Need For Change, 2005.
A proposal to find a course of action and ultimate solution to the growing problem of elderly drivers on America's streets and highways.
1,997 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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The purpose of this paper is to introduce, discuss and analyze the topic of elderly drivers in America. Specifically, the paper discusses a proposal for change supported by research. The proposal is in support of the implementation of required standardized testing of people reaching the age of 65 that would enable them to retain their driver's license while assuring their continued safety on the America's roads and highways. The proposal also recommends a course of action for regulation of elderly drivers and provides a proposed solution to the problem, while urging Americans to get involved now, before more elderly drivers take to the nation's highways and byways.
From the Paper
"Elderly drivers pose a threat to other drivers in several ways. Many studies indicate that "Older drivers are involved in a disproportionate number of crashes associated with intersections and other complex traffic situations, failure to yield, inattention, road signs, left turns, and oncoming traffic and are more often found to be at fault in crashes" (Wood). Other studies have indicated older drivers have slower reaction times, impaired vision, and a higher instance of eye diseases that can create problems with their perception and vision. Scientist Wood continues, "Visual impairment becomes significantly more prevalent with increasing age. The normal process of aging results in yellowing and cloudiness of the crystalline lens, a decrease in pupil size, and alterations in the integrity of the macular pigment and neural pathways" (Wood)."
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Restraints, 2006.
A discussion on the use of restraints in both medical and psychiatric patients.
2,232 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 69.95
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This paper discusses the controversial issue of restraints and their use in certain medical and psychiatric treatments. It considers concerns regarding the correct and incorrect use of restraints, the types of restraints that are available for use, if the use of restraints causes the patient further physical and/or psychological problems and the effects that caring for a patient with restraints may have on the nursing staff.
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"Another alternative that may be discussed is the use of chemical restraint via psychoactive medications. Unfortunately, the use of medications like benzodiazepines, antipsychotic and other sedative medications have unpredictable effects in the elderly and in some cases may actually contribute to the patient's confusion or agitation. The phenomenon of "sundowning" is frequently seen, where elderly patients become more agitated in the early evening hours especially when sedative medications are used. One may consider that the use of chemical restraint is preferable to physical restraint, but in the setting of adverse side effects, the benefit/risk ratio must be carefully weighed."
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