An Argument for the Legalization of Marijuana for Medicinal Utilization
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A 5 page paper analyzing the potential benefits of the legalization of marijuana for medical utilization. This paper points out the varied uses to which marijuana has been put. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPmarijM.rtf
Paper Title: An Argument for the Legalization of Marijuana for Medicinal Utilization

An Overview of Creatine: Natural Function and Dietary Supplement
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A 7 page overview of the natural and synthetic sources of creatine. Notes the common utilization of the synthetic form of this substance as a dietary supplement by athletes. Emphasizes that while there are few reported negative physiological impacts of this practice, few studies have been completed in general. Urges that individuals err on the side of caution in their choice to use this substance. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: PPcreat2.wps
Paper Title: An Overview of Creatine: Natural Function and Dietary Supplement

ANALYSIS OF A MEDICATION ERROR
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This 6-page paper studies a case involving an error in prescribing medication and determines if the proper steps were taken to find out what went wrong. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: MTmederrst.rtf
Paper Title: ANALYSIS OF A MEDICATION ERROR

ANALYSIS OF CODING ARTICLES
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This 3-page paper examines three articles dealing with medical terminology and CPT (coding procedures) for medical procedures.
Filename: MTcodingan.rtf
Paper Title: ANALYSIS OF CODING ARTICLES

Anemia And The Elderly
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An 8 page paper. Anemia is common among the elderly and its incidence increases with age. This paper reports the definition and criteria set by the World Health Organization for anemia. It also reports the recommendations from experts and groups for changing the standards for a diagnosis of anemia in elderly patients. The writer comments on how physicians often miss anemia in their older patients, considering the symptoms a function of the aging process. Research investigating mortality risk along with the validity of existing definitions are reported and discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGanemol.rtf
Paper Title: Anemia And The Elderly

Ankylosing Spondylitis
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A 4 page description of the symptoms and causes of this form of inflammatory arthritis. Affecting an estimated 129 people out of every 100,000, Ankylosing Spondylitis (AS) impacts primarily the cervical column, more precisely the joints which occur between each vertebrae of the spine and between the spine and pelvis. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPankylo.rtf
Paper Title: Ankylosing Spondylitis

Antabuse, Methadone, Librium, Ibogaine, Revia, Thiamin, and Niacin: An Overview of Seven Common Drugs
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A 6 page outline of the main features of each of these drugs and the situations which require their use. Generic names are provided as is a list of primary actions and potential side effects. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPmedDr3.rtf
Paper Title: Antabuse, Methadone, Librium, Ibogaine, Revia, Thiamin, and Niacin: An Overview of Seven Common Drugs

Antibiotic-Resistant Super-Germs
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A 7 page research paper that examines the literature on the increase in antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The writer explores the ramifications of the problem, the causes of the problem, and proposed solutions. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: khantib.rtf
Paper Title: Antibiotic-Resistant Super-Germs

Anxiety is a Component of Perfectionism and the Manifestation of Eating Disorders
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This 9 page paper looks at the way that self image, body esteem, body satisfaction, weight satisfaction, self esteem and depression can be seen as precursors to an eating disorder. By looking at the existing evidence and studies the paper draws together evidence that suggest the hypothesis of eating disorders being a symptom of anxiety that emerges in the need for perfection by and the association with the cognitive perceptions of the individual. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEeatdis.wps
Paper Title: Anxiety is a Component of Perfectionism and the Manifestation of Eating Disorders

Applicability of Magnet Hospitals to the Canadian Health Care System
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A 16 page paper primarily discussing the qualities of magnet hospitals and the process of achieving certification. Any quest to decrease costs while simultaneously increasing quality is a worthwhile pursuit in today's environment, but the many manufacturers failing in their attempts to implement TQM in the past can attest to the fact that there are pitfalls in the process. Magnet certification is tried, proven and documented, and has been shown to benefit nurse recruitment and retention efforts. Though the fiscal structure of health care in the US and Canada are very different, the goals of each are the same. Magnet certification can be applied to Canadian health care with only minimal alteration. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: KSmagnet.wps
Paper Title: Applicability of Magnet Hospitals to the Canadian Health Care System