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Papers On Medical Ethics
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Euthanasia: A 2001 Perspective
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A 5 page discussion of the pros and cons of euthanasia. Notes the 1975 case of Karen Ann Quinlan which brought the topic of euthanasia into public consciousness along with the current day challenges of a mercy killing in Australia by an Aussie equivalent of Dr. Kervorkian, Dr. Philip Nitschke. Emphasizes that while the topic of euthanasia will be debated for generations to come it is our personal responsibility to take charge of our own decisions in this matter in the form of a living will. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPeuth5.wps
Euthanasia: A Nurse’s Position
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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. Bibliography lists sources.
Filename: PPnrsEut.rtf
Euthanasia: A Good Death
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In three pages this persuasive essay argues in support of the practice of euthanasia. Four sources are listed in the bibliography.
Filename: TGeuthasia.rtf
Euthanasia: Annotated Bibliography
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An annotated bibliography of 9 different articles relating to euthanasia. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: RAeuann.rtf
Euthanasia: Both Sides of the Controversy
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This 10 page paper takes a look at both sides of the euthanasia controversy. The discussion is concentrated on philosophical as well as practical concerns. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: SA105die.rtf
Euthanasia; The Moral Arguments;
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This 5 page paper looks at both sides of the argument regarding the use of euthanasia. The paper argues that it may be seen as allowing an individual the right and dignity to both live and die as they wanted, but also recognises and argues that there are both religions and social aspects which may be being ignored and require acknowledgement. The bibliography cites 7 sources.
Filename: TEeutmor.rtf
Evidence based practice - dementia
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A paper which looks at the use of evidence based practice in treatment and management of dementia, with reference to the implementation of research in order to develop best practice. Bibliography lists 7 sources
Filename: JLdemen.rtf
Examination of Beneficence/For the Patient's Good
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A 20 page book review that summarizes and analyzes For the Patient's Good, The Restoration of Beneficence in Health Care by Edmund D. Pellegrino and David Thomasma. The writer first introduces the text, then offers a detailed summation of the arguments presented in the three section of the book. This is followed by the writer's evaluation and conclusions. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khfpsgd.rtf
Factors Influencing Organ Donation Among African Americans
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A 6 page overview of the Catch 22 situation which exists among black Americans regarding the need for transplant organs and their own reluctance to donate those organs. Addresses the concerns which exist in regard to organ donation and the steps which can be taken to overcome those concerns. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PPorganD.wps
Fadiman/Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down
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A 5 page research paper/essay that discusses the many lessons that can be learned from Anne Fadiman’s 1997 book The Spirit Catches You and You Fall Down, which is a detailed case study of a Hmong child and the way that a lack of cultural competence affected her care. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khfadhmg.rtf
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