Day: January 13, 2021

health policy analysis

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), English and Literature

This assignment will focus on developing a health policy analysis presentation that includes a problem statement, background, landscape, options and recommendations from the weeks readings.  The health policy analysis presentation is based upon an identified healthcare issue in ones local community. 

Research healthcare issues that have been identified in your local community. Develop a power point presentation with speaker notes. You will then use the power point during your Kaltura recording. Structure a health policy analysis presentation that addresses the following topics particular to your health problem.
Problem Statement
Background
Landscape
Options
Recommendations
THIS IS A POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

Psychology Pharmacology

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), Psychology and Education

Prior to beginning work on this discussion, read the required chapters from the text and review the required articles for this week. Over the course of the past weeks, we have considered the use of medications in the treatment of various psychological disorders. This discussion will provide you with an opportunity to give an informed appraisal on the use of drugs to treat disorders and defend your stance based on your judgment of the literature. In your initial post, describe what you believe are the greatest strengths and weaknesses of using the medications to treat psychological disorders.  Evaluate the employment of psychoactive drugs in the treatment of disorders over the lifespan from both an ethical and risk-benefits perspective. Summarize the theories of psychiatric disease and the scientific rationale behind its treatment through the employment of drug therapies. Explain what you believe to be the greatest challenges in the use of psychoactive medications over the next several years. Support your statements with references and logical arguments.

Multi-Touch Screens Versus Mouse-Driven Screens

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), Other

Multi-Touch Screens Versus Mouse-Driven Screens
Resources

The following resources may be helpful when completing this assignment.

    Human-Centered Design Considered Harmful.
    Activity-Centered Design: Why I Like My Harmony Remote Control.

Scenario

Computer applications that run on desktop and laptop computers have, for a long time, been designed to be driven by dragging and clicking a mouse. With the introduction of tablet personal computers, the trend has shifted toward using touch-based screens. We now have access to touch-based TVs, touch-based monitors, touch-based laptops, and touch-based tablets. Touch and multi-touch devices provide end users with the ability to interact physically with an application much more naturally.

Imagine that you are the Information Technology Director of a major chain restaurant, and you have been assigned to design a menu ordering application that can run on all devices. Examine whether using a touch-screen monitor, a tablet, or a mouse to select menu items to place an order would be most efficient. Speculate how employees would interact with these devices and the type of emotional reaction that customers and employees will experience while placing a beverage, appetizer, or entre order.
Instructions

Write a 45 page paper in which you:

    Differentiate between the interaction types and styles that apply to multi-touch screens and applications running on them.
    Determine the conceptual model that you would use when designing a product for your restaurant.
    Describe the key analogies and concepts these monitors expose to users, including the task-domain objects users manipulate on the screen.
    Determine one utility or tool in an application for touch-based and mouse-driven screens that should be designed with memory retention or recall. Provide a rationale for your response.
    Use at least three quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar websites do not qualify as quality resources. You may use the resources above or others of your choosing.

This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards. For assistance and information, please refer to the Strayer Writing Standards link in the left-hand menu of your course. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is:

    Analyze the functionality required to allow an application to run on multiple types of devices.

Medical Ethics

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), Health Care and Life Sciences

1. Watch the videos and read the articles/blogs within PPT regarding the Charlie Gard case
2. Choose one ethical dilemma at the end of this slide deck or the PPT slide- values/ethical principles
3. Follow the Ethical Decision-Making outline in the lecture PowerPoint
4.Write a 1-2-page reflective paper (using APA format). Include all components of the Ethical Decision-Making outline, application of the ANA code of ethics, your own opinion.

The ethical dilemma you chose.
video 1: https://www.bbc.com/news/health-40554462
video 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43swgRhxbmk
video 3: https://blogs.bmj.com/medical-ethics/2017/08/11/charlie-gard-an-ethical-analysis-of-a-legal-non-problem/
video 4:  https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/news/latest-press-releases/gosh-position-statement-issued-high-court-24-july-2017
 
Ethical dilemmas with the charlie gard case
Autonomy
Non-Maleficence vs. Beneficence
Justice
Ethics of research and experimental treatment
Euthanasia

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), Psychology and Education

The selected disorder for assignment:
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

The final assignment for this class will be a 10-page critical review of the drug treatment for a neuropsychological disorder.  The review will use peer-reviewed and/or scholarly sources to provide an evidence base for the evaluation of current drug treatment modalities for the disorder.  The disorder is the same disorder you selected in week 1 and for which you discussed its neurobiology in the Week 1 assignment (topic selection) and its drug management in the Week 2 assignment (drug treatment). Please remember you will be analyzing the same disorder to complete the Week 6 assignment (comprehensive Critical Review of the same disorder and its management).

Utilize the previous references you researched in Week 1 and Week 2, and add any additional peer-reviewed/scholarly references that would support your comprehensive review. These sources should provide evidence-based information to help support your comprehensive analysis, focusing on the aspects described below. Be sure to cite your sources in your paper and include them on your References page. You may utilize required or recommended course materials in your work, but these will not count towards the reference requirements; however, you may cite and reference the DSM-5 as one of your sources used for the grading credit.

The paper will be evaluated on the inclusion of the following information.

Introduction:

Evaluate the disorder in terms of symptomatic and behavioral presentation. Include the time, course, and progression of the disorder. Evaluate and explain special features of the disease epidemiology including risk factors for development of the disorder, lifespan and reproductive factors increasing risk of developing the disorder, and any genetic, environmental, or behavioral factors that increase risk.

Theory:

Evaluate the predominant theory or theories regarding the biological basis of the disorder. Explain the disorder in terms of pertinent neurotransmitter and receptor theories and use your references to provide an evidence base for these theories. Analyze neurotransmitter system(s) involved in the pathology of the disorder, including a description of: 1) the involved neurotransmitter(s) and receptor(s), 2) regions of the nervous system (brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nervous system) involved with any pathological anatomical changes, and 3) abnormalities of neural circuits and pathways. Include an explanation of how receptor agonists or antagonists would theoretically treat the disorder to reverse the pathology and restore normal function, or why they would be expected to improve symptoms.

Treatment:

Evaluate drug therapies for treating the disorder based on the current understanding of the biological basis of the disorder. Include a description of the behavioral symptoms and physical signs of the disorder, and identify the drug class(es) used in pharmacological therapy with a discussion of the mechanism of action of the drug class(es). Explain why the pharmacodynamics of the drug class(es) would affect the pathology of the disorder to restore function and/or improve symptoms. Include a discussion of the drug pharmacokinetics for each drug class. Provide examples of available marketed drugs within each class. Describe any drug side effects and/or adverse effects of the drug treatment and their biological basis, including issues related to contraindications, interactions, drug metabolism, and elimination. In addition, explain risks, benefits, and ethical implications for high-risk and exceptional treatment conditions.

Conclusion:

Summarize theories of neuropsychological disorders as they relate to principles of drug action for that selected disorder. Provide a synopsis of the evidence base that supports or disproves current theories regarding the pathology of the disorder, advantages and disadvantages of current drug treatment(s). Lastly, evaluate any controversies regarding ethical and/or risk-benefit perspectives associated with the current treatment(s). Describe possible areas for future research.

******* The paper:

Must be 10 to 12 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style
Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Students name
Course name and number
Instructors name
Date submitted
Must use at least six peer-reviewed and/or scholarly sources to provide an evidence base for your analysis. It is expected that you will use the references researched in Week 1 and Week 2, as well as any additional references you need to provide additional support for your work. You may utilize required or recommended course materials in your work, but these will not count towards the reference requirements; however, you may cite and reference the DSM-5 as one of your sources used for the grading credit.
Must document all sources in APA style
Must include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA style

Research/Professionalism in the healthcare industry

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), Health Care and Life Sciences

HS100-3: Compile relevant career resources and support materials for a health science profession.

GEL-6.02: Apply a professionally recognized method of formatting and documentation.

For this Assessment, you will create an organized resource portfolio with a minimum of five resources aligned to your desired profession in health science. These can include brochures, organizations, books, articles, websites, and more. Include a description for each resource including specific information.

Your portfolio should include resources for each of the following areas (1 resource for each):

Current issues
Professional association
Educational resource
Professional journal
Areas of current research
Each resource should be accompanied by a paragraph that includes the following information

What is the resource and what type of information/service does it provide?
Was the resource easy to find?
Do you believe the resource contains accurate information?
How do you see this resource useful to a health professional?
Requirements

For each resource, provide an APA formatted reference. Do not cut and paste references directly from the internet or another resource.

You are encouraged to use this template to help you with completing the Assignment.

Be sure to utilize the resources provided to you on the Reading page to help you with the structure of this Assessment.

Minimum Submission Requirements

This Assessment should be a Microsoft Word document in annotated bibliographic format that includes a title page.
Respond to the questions in a thorough manner, providing specific examples of concepts, topics, definitions, and other elements asked for in the questions. Your submission should be highly organized, logical, and focused.
Your submission must be written in Standard English and demonstrate exceptional content, organization, style, and grammar and mechanics.
Your submission should provide a clearly established and sustained viewpoint and purpose.
Your writing should be well ordered, logical and unified, as well as original and insightful.
A separate page at the end of your submission should contain a list of references, in APA format. Use your textbook, the Library, and the internet for research.
Be sure to cite both in-text and reference list citations where appropriate and reference all sources. Your sources and content should follow proper APA citation style. Review the writing resources for APA formatting and citation found in Academic Tools. Additional writing resources can be found within the Academic Success Center.
Your submission should:
include a cover sheet;
be double-spaced;
be typed in Times New Roman, 12 -point font;
include correct citations
be written in Standard English with no spelling or punctuation errors; and
include correct references at the bottom of the last page.
If work submitted for this competency assessment does not meet the minimum submission requirements, it will be returned without being scored.

Culture and perception essay

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), Other

In 1,000-1,250 words, complete the following:
Describe the cultural identity of a particular cultural group and how the cultures identity is represented symbolically in the cultures communication patterns, values, language, architecture, pastimes, art, relational roles, societal systems, behaviors, etc. (Comp 2.1 Interpret the meaning of symbols across cultures.).
Compare and contrast symbolic representations of a particular cultural group via media channels in that culture, in the U.S. media, and academic research findings.
Evaluate the role of mass media channels in intercultural communication. What impact do mass media have on intercultural perceptions and interactions?
Project must have a minimum of five scholarly sources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

American Legal History

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment History, MLA

Please respond to the following 2 questions in essay format. Each question should be answered in 2 pages each.
You must use references to historical developments and quotations from the provided
documents to support your responses. Every response should incorporate evidence in
the form of quotations. You MUST use the documents I provided and cite them in your essay.
Expectations Your response to each essay should have a CLEAR THESIS. Your thesis
should be supported with SPECIFIC evidence from the historical contexts and
documents discussed in course materials. You should use quotations from the
documents to support your position.

QUESTION 1: In what ways did the use of martial law in early America provoke enduring
questions for the restriction of civil liberties in wartime?

QUESTION 2: How did slave codes institutionalize race-based enslavement?

Reentry into Corrections

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment APA (edition "APA 6"), Law

For this project, youll compose a4  page research paper titled, Reentry in Corrections. In your paper, youll research three reentry programs listed below and evaluate them including risk of recidivism, reentry and parole methods and statistics, and goals of reentry. Youll summarize the goals of each program, and youll draw your research from at least three reputable sources in addition to the websites of the three programs (links to the websites are found in the next step). Examples of scholarly sources might include the Department of Justice, the American Probation and Parole Association, and academic and/or newspaper articles.

Visit the websites of the following three reentry programs:

Federal Prison Industries/UNICOR
https://www.bop.gov/inmates/custody_and_care/unicor_about.jsp
Safer Foundation
https://www.guidestar.org/profile/36-2762168
Prison University Project at San Quentin
https://www.mttamcollege.org/about/our-story/

When reviewing these programs, be sure to look closely at their mission statements, goals, events, statistics, and how they benefit both prisoners and the community.

Book report

January 13, 2021 Leave a comment History, MLA

Pick a book from the list below and write an analytical essay in
which you will identify the primary argument made by the author, review the historical evidence that the author used in support of that argument and provide a critical reaction to the book. Feel free to disagree with the author, but be prepared to back up your argument.
(If you are looking for used books try www.abebooks.com or www.exlibris.com.)

Book Options:
Allen, Danielle, Our Declaration: A Reading of the Declaration of Independence in
Defense of Equality, New York, Liverwright (2014), a fascinating and highly original
interpretation of the Declaration of Independence as a profession of universal equality.

Ellis, Joseph, The Quartet: Orchestrating the Second American Revolution, 1783-1789,
New York, Knopf (2015), a very readable account of how the Constitution was drafted as
told in the form of biographical sketches of George Washington, Alexander Hamilton,
James Madison and John Jay.

Gordon-Reed, Annette, Thomas Jefferson and Sally Hemings: An American Controversy,
Charlottesville (VA) and London, University of Virginia Press, 1997. A forensic analysis
of the evidence concerning the sexual relationship between Thomas Jefferson and his
enslaved mistress, Sally Hemmings. This is a prequel to Prof. Gordon-Reeds multiple
award winning The Hemings of Monticello. While perhaps not as well known, this
earlier book is a wonderful example of how the lawyers forensic techniques can be
applied to history.

Johnson, Walter, Soul by Soul: Life Inside the Antebellum Slave Market, Cambridge
(MA) and London, Harvard University Press, 1999. An award winning history of the
Louisiana slave trade which ably demonstrates how historians use legal records to write
history.

Waldstreicher, David, Slavery’s Constitution: From Revolution to Ratification, Hill and
Wang, New York, 2010. A thought provoking study of the critical role that slavery
played in the drafting of the Constitution.