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Anxiety Disorders in Older People, 2008.
An analysis of the study "The Outcome of Anxiety Disorders in Older People at 6-year Follow-up Results from Longitudinal Aging Study Amsterdam" by J. Schuurman, H. Comija, A. Beekman, E. de Beurs, D. Deeg, P. Emmelkamp and R. van Dyak.
2,079 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 65.95
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The paper summarizes the Schuurman et al.'s research study "The Outcome of Anxiety Disorders in Older People at 6-year Follow-up Results from Longitudinal Aging Study Amsterdam" that was an examination of the long-term consequences of late-life anxiety disorders and patient's utilization of mental health care services. The paper offers a brief description of the abstract, introduction, method, results, discussion and Schuurman et al.'s conclusions. The paper also includes the main points of the study and then concludes with this author's personal reactions to the research findings.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Brief Description of the Abstract
Brief Description of the Introduction
Brief Description of Method
Brief Description of Results
Brief Description of Discussion
Brief Description of Conclusion
Personal Reactions to the Study
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"The objective of Schuurman et al.'s (2005) study was an examination of the long-term consequences of late-life anxiety disorders and patient's utilization of mental health care services. To address these areas, the researchers interviewed a group of subjects, over the age of 55, that had an anxiety disorder, identified in the Longitudinal Aging Study Amsterdam. The rate of persistence and prognostic factors for persistence of anxiety were established, at a 6-year follow up study. It was discovered that patients with a high incidence of neuroticism were at a greater risk of anxiety persistence, despite efforts to enhance appropriate referral of older adults suffering from anxiety."
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Revenue Healthcare, 2008.
A research analysis to discover which tools healthcare organizations and practitioners may use to increase revenue streams while facing rising costs and an increasingly aging population relying on Medicare and Medicaid.
2,013 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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The paper reviews the trends, innovations and future of finances, revenue streams and investments in the healthcare industry. In doing so the paper proposes several choices or alternative sources of revenues for hospitals treating an ever-increasing number of patients that rely on Medicare and Medicaid for insurance. The paper comments that at the time of this study, most hospitals fell short of revenue goals because Medicare and Medicaid did not provide adequate compensation to meet the needs of the aging population.
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Introduction
Purpose of the Study
Overview Medicare & Medicaid
Background and Review of the Problem
Tools Used in the Past to Generate Revenue
Tools That May Save Money
Other Sources of Funding
How to Protect Revenue Streams
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"Unfortunately, while these programs offer some assistance to patients, Medicare and Medicaid often fall far short of need when the time comes to pay for lengthy hospital stays. Legislation in recent years has proposed cutting the budget for Medicare and Medicaid in the past, something that would only increase the problem hospitals and other healthcare facilities have when collecting revenues for treatments offered to the Medicare and Medicaid population (AHA, 2006). Many hospitals and other facilities have gone as far as denying treatment because they cannot keep up with costs associated with caring for those without secondary insurance."
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Aging in Australia, 2008.
This paper examines studies on aging and identity and on the state of care transitions in Australia.
1,428 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The paper discusses age-identity researches conducted on older and middle-aged persons in Australia and focuses on a study where a small group of women aged 40-65 were interviewed on how they viewed their lives at their stage in life. The paper relates the findings of this study that most participants had a satisfying life, benefiting from the disappearance of previous stressors in their lives. The paper highlights the implication that what counts is not one's age but the meaning people place on their experiences. The paper then examines the problem of care transitions and looks at studies on residential care facilities.
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"A national summit was held in Melbourne, Australia to address two major population issues, one on the declining population growth and the other on the ageing and retiring population (Stoneman 2002). According to current projections, Australia's population would be 25 million by the year 2050. By then, the average Australian would be 47 years old and 26% would be 80 years old and above. Managers have been aware of the trend for many years now. It has also infused pressure into government policies, affected the labor market and raised retirement ages. Yet virtually nothing has been done to handle the looming problem (Stoneman)."
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Palliative Care and End-of Life Nursing, 2008.
This paper researches palliative care nursing preparation for the psychological factors of patient, family and caregivers during the end-of-life period.
1,451 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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The paper discusses the competencies necessary for nurses in providing high-quality care to patients and families of patients during the transition at the end-of-life stage of care. The paper reveals that a critical aspect of palliative care is support on the psychological level and preparing the patient and family members to cope with the factors associated with impending death. The paper emphasizes that only the nurse who possesses the stated competencies and whom has prepared the family in anticipation of the progressive stages of the disease, is capable of minimizing the experienced psychological stress for both the patient and their family members.
Outline:
Introduction
Palliative care Nursing Competencies
Correlation of End-Of-Life Factors and Psychological Stress
Summary and Conclusion
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"There was little in earlier centuries that the health care professional could actually do to help patients during the end-of life period except to attempt to ease the pain and suffering experienced by the individual however, recent research has identified specific competencies and best practices for the individual who acts as a nurse to patients during this transition period. Since people live longer in today's world and the elderly population only continues to grow, there are more people with chronic illness in need of care."
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Reactive Oxygen Species and Free Radicals in Aging, 2008.
An analysis of the role of reactive oxygen species (or ROS), which includes oxygen free radicals (or OFRs), in the aging process.
2,142 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper analyzes the aging process in humans. It describes the effect of aging on the organs of the body and discusses the role of reactive oxygen species (or ROS), which includes oxygen free radicals (or OFRs) in this process. The paper also discusses chronic fatigue and its effects and then briefly discusses the link between fatigue and aging.
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"Fatigue and aging seem linked. A decrease in energy production with aging is associated at least partly with mitochondrial lipid peroxidation by ROS and the body's failure to replace or repair the injured molecules. Damage to the membranes and the consequent dysfunction of mitochondria by ROS can also lead to certain changes, such as mutations and deletions in the mitochondrial DNA or mtDNA. The mitochondrial theory of aging suggests that degenerative disease is explained partly by accumulated mtDNA mutations and deletions and oxidative injury to mitochondrial members through time. These findings connected chronic diseases to the degree of mitochondrial membrane lipid peroxidation and mtDNA injury. This is why experts link or relate the damage of mtDNA and mitochondrial membrane age-related degenerative diseases. These diseases lead to important cell changes, which determine its survival and say a lot about the disturbing phenomenon known as aging (Nicolson)."
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Suicide among the Elderly, 2008.
An analysis of the factors that contribute to elderly people considering suicide and what can be done to prevent it.
1,541 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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This paper examines why older people, especially those suffering from depression and other illnesses, give consideration to suicide. It discusses the signs that carers should look out for that indicate that an elderly person may be considering suicide. The paper also looks at what can be done to prevent these aging citizens from harming themselves.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Available Literature Reflecting Pertinent Studies
Intervention Programs
Conclusion
From the Paper
"It is clear that many older people, for a variety of health and situational reasons, give serious consideration to suicide. It is also clear that when there is psychosocial intervention, those older people begin to become more positive about their lives. And beyond that, the data found while researching this paper indicates that more seniors prefer counseling over antidepressant drugs; but counseling services are not available to many older people. The answer for community-based health care service providers is to increase the number of counselors available to the elderly, decrease the number of prescriptions for antidepressant drugs, and give special attention to the low income sector of older people because they are the most often in need and most often neglected."
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Dementia, 2008.
This paper explores the condition of dementia and its treatments.
1,525 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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The paper explains the differences between Alzheimer's and dementia that can mean whether the patient will be able to conduct a normal lifestyle, or will be a huge burden to family, community and nation. The paper discusses how this burden can be both financial and psychological, especially for the caregivers of those with these conditions. The paper looks at the treatments and therapies available for dementia and emphasizes the need for an efficient and cost-effective treatment.
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"Dementia can be described as the loss of memory; short-term memory first, and then, over a period of time, the long-term memory as well, and the subsequent difficulties experienced by the individual with this condition. There is much speculation concerning the loss of these memories, and most experts agree that the memories are lost due to the loss of neuron cells in the brain. There are a variety of reasons why these cells die, though no one knows the exact reason why some people contract the diseases that cause dementia, and some people do not."
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Access to Care, 2008.
An outline of Medicare, a publicly funded health insurance program in the US that gives health care coverage and access to those aged sixty-five and over.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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The paper discusses the origin of the US Medicare system and states that it was established in order to assist individuals with the costs of healthcare. The paper states the eligibility requirements, healthcare benefits and mentions the medication availability and insurance coverage. The paper concludes by highlighting the fact that as Medicare is a complex system it is important to educate the healthcare professionals on the coverage that is available.
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"In 2006, prescription drug coverage was added to Medicare coverage as Part D. Any individual who is eligible to receive benefits under either Part A or Part B is automatically eligible to receive benefits under Part D. However, in addition, to be eligible for Part D coverage, an individual must first enroll in a stand-alone Prescription Drug Plan or the Medicare Advantage Plan that included prescription drug coverage. The plans are actually administered by private health insurance companies and are only designed and administered by Medicare. Further, unlike Medicare Part A and Part B, under Part D coverage is not standardized."
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"Assessment of Dependency Levels of Older People", 2008.
A review of the purpose, method and conclusions of G. Byrne, A. Brady, P. Horan, C. Macgregor, and C. Begley's article, "Assessment of Dependency Levels of Older People in the Community and Measurement of Nursing Workload."
3,040 words (approx. 12.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 89.95
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This paper critiques G. Byrne, A. Brady, P. Horan, C. Macgregor, and C. Begley's article, "Assessment of Dependency Levels of Older People in the Community and Measurement of Nursing Workload." It discusses the background of the authors, analyzes the purpose of the study and describes the methods that were used. Lastly, the paper discusses the researcher's conclusions.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem/Purpose
Literature Review
Study Framework or Theoretical Perspective
Objectives, Questions or Hypotheses
List Attribute/Demographic Variables
Sample Setting
Research Design
Measurement Methods and Tools
Procedures
Statistical Analysis
Describe the Researcher's Interpretation of the Findings
Describe the Researcher's Generalization of the Findings
Identify the Implications of the Findings for Nursing
List the Researcher's Suggestions for Further Studies
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"This study quantified the amount of home care input provided to older people living at home. It also differentiated the input provided by PHNs, home helps, and healthcare assistants. The study identified the Nursing Assessment had the highest level of client need among the older patients, while Physical Care Requirements was the least needed by the older clients. The highest mean score for level of need was for Case Management. Other low needs were Environmental Factors, indicating that they felt safe in their living situations."
"This study identified that PHNs allocate a majority of their time to home visits. It also identified that PHNs play a multitude of roles in providing home care for the elderly. The PHN does not only play the role of a liason for general practitioners, but the PHNs also involved themselves in social work activities as needed by older clients. There were cases when older clients did not avail of other community services such as accepting meals on wheels, refuse day care center services, or refuse panic button and safety locks, because of the stigma that accompanied this service. This entailed that the PHN had to monitor these older clients more frequently."
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"Assessment of Dependency Levels of Older People", 2008.
A review of the purpose, method and conclusions of G. Byrne, A. Brady, P. Horan, C. Macgregor, and C. Begley's article, "Assessment of Dependency Levels of Older People in the Community and Measurement of Nursing Workload."
3,040 words (approx. 12.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 89.95
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This paper critiques G. Byrne, A. Brady, P. Horan, C. Macgregor, and C. Begley's article, "Assessment of Dependency Levels of Older People in the Community and Measurement of Nursing Workload." It discusses the background of the authors, analyzes the purpose of the study and describes the methods that were used. Lastly, the paper discusses the researcher's conclusions.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Problem/Purpose
Literature Review
Study Framework or Theoretical Perspective
Objectives, Questions or Hypotheses
List Attribute/Demographic Variables
Sample Setting
Research Design
Measurement Methods and Tools
Procedures
Statistical Analysis
Describe the Researcher's Interpretation of the Findings
Describe the Researcher's Generalization of the Findings
Identify the Implications of the Findings for Nursing
List the Researcher's Suggestions for Further Studies
From the Paper
"This study quantified the amount of home care input provided to older people living at home. It also differentiated the input provided by PHNs, home helps, and healthcare assistants. The study identified the Nursing Assessment had the highest level of client need among the older patients, while Physical Care Requirements was the least needed by the older clients. The highest mean score for level of need was for Case Management. Other low needs were Environmental Factors, indicating that they felt safe in their living situations."
"This study identified that PHNs allocate a majority of their time to home visits. It also identified that PHNs play a multitude of roles in providing home care for the elderly. The PHN does not only play the role of a liason for general practitioners, but the PHNs also involved themselves in social work activities as needed by older clients. There were cases when older clients did not avail of other community services such as accepting meals on wheels, refuse day care center services, or refuse panic button and safety locks, because of the stigma that accompanied this service. This entailed that the PHN had to monitor these older clients more frequently."
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