...Demographic Paper HCS/490 University of Phoenix Pam Rodriguez This paper will discuss the demographic that is being targeted which is breast cancer and who are the patients that are most at risks and what the changes that need to be done in healthcare that will help patients that are diagnosed with breast cancer. The paper will also discuss the general impact that changing demographics may have on the health care market as well as why and how changes in the demographics of the breast cancer population affect healthcare. The paper will discuss two key health care related challenges to the breast cancer population such as increases in healthcare costs, increases in prescription drug cost, or the need for in home medical care. The paper will also discuss how a chronic disease wellness program may affect the costs for breast cancer patients. The paper will also discuss what the breast cancer demographics tell us about marketing needs or services needed. Breast cancer is one of the leading causes of death in women and continues to grow but with the new treatments and discoveries in treatment it is getting easier and easier to be diagnosed but one of the key things with breast cancer is awareness. What makes breast cancer so difficult is because the causes are not fully known but there are some facts of the disease and that is anyone can get breast cancer, the older the women is the more likely they are to get breast cancer, young women can get breast cancer to even in their...
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...severe pain in cancer patients: Dose titration: A systematic review Palliative Medicine 25(5) 424–430 ! The Author(s) 2010 Reprints and permissions: sagepub.co.uk/journalsPermissions.nav DOI: 10.1177/0269216310386280 pmj.sagepub.com ˚ Pal Klepstad Pain and Palliation Research Group, Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, Faculty of Medicine, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway; Department of Intensive Care, St Olavs University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway Stein Kaasa Pain and Palliation Research Group, Department of Cancer Research and Molecular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway; Department of Palliative Care, St Olavs University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway Petter C Borchgrevink Pain and Palliation Research Group, Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging, Faculty of Medicine, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), Trondheim, Norway; Center for Pain and Complex Disorders, St. Olav University Hospital, Trondheim, Norway Abstract The European Association for Palliative Care recommendation for starting morphine for cancer pain is dose titration with immediate release (IR) oral morphine given every 4 h with additionally doses for breakthrough pain. As part of a EU 6th framework programme to revise the guidelines we review the evidence regarding starting treatment and dose titration of opioids in adult patients with moderate...
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...TREATING A PATIENT WITH CANCER: MAINTAINING PATIENT QUALITY OF LIFE Introduction Cancer is one of the most prevalent diseases in the U.S. Case (2011) noted that the 2010 report of the American Cancer Society (ACS) indicated that more than a million an d a half new cases of cancer are diagnosed every year. Along with physical disease, cancer also brings a significant impact on the patient’s overall quality of life (QOL). This paper asserts that for optimal patient outcome, healthcare workers, particularly nurses, need to attend to the cancer patient’s overall QOL rather than simply focusing on the physical disease of cancer. This essay will first address the issue of understanding what constitutes the patient’s QOL. Then key factors that directly affect the QOL are reviewed in the context of current best evidence. That will be followed by a section that addresses the nursing implications of this subject. The paper concludes with a brief summary and conclusion about the importance of maintaining patient QOL in cancer patients. The first element, is thus to define what is meant by “quality of life.” The next section of this paper addresses that specific issue. Defining Patient Quality of Life Before patient QOL can be addressed in a nursing practice, it is essential to understand what is meant by QOL. Bahrami (2011) has noted that no specific, well accepted definition of patient QOL exists. One reason for this lack of consensus on QOL is that life quality is a highly...
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...Vulnerable Population in the Workplace Jack Daniel NUR 440 Health Assessment and Promotion for Vulnerable Populations 20 December, 2010 Dawn Talbert MSN, RN, BC-FNP The purpose of this paper is to develop the awareness of the healthcare disparities for the Hispanic population. The aspects of why the Hispanic population is a vulnerable population will be shown. There are numerous barriers to healthcare for Hispanic patients and the healthcare provider; this paper will discuss only two of these barriers. Two interventions will be shown to aid the healthcare provider in bring down the barriers to efficacious healthcare for Hispanic patients. Three or more concepts from this course will be incorporated into this paper. Awareness of the healthcare disparities is critical to understanding when attempting to take down the barriers to equal healthcare for the vulnerable Hispanic population. The deficiencies are well researched and documented. In 2003, the Institute of Medicine of the National Academies issued Unequal Treatment: Confronting Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Care, which reported that minorities are less likely than whites to receive health services, including clinically necessary procedures, even when controlling for insurance status, patient income, and other access-related factors. Cultural bias can affect clinical decision-making. The authors found evidence that stereotyping, biases, and uncertainty on the part of health care providers...
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...Cancer VS. Diabetes Diabetes and cancer are common diseases with a tremendous impact on health worldwide. These diseases have more differences than similarities, but can have the same outcome if not taken care of properly. There is evidence that says people with diabetes are at a greater risk for many forms of cancer. Studies show that some medications used to treat diabetes are associated with increased or a reduced risk of cancer. The mortality rate of each has increased in recent years, but with proper diet and a healthy lifestyle, these diseases can sometimes be controlled. Diabetes and cancer have the same risk factors which include age, gender, race, obesity, lack of exercise, smoking and alcohol. You should lose weight and eat healthy if you are at risk for either of these two diseases. For your diet, incorporating fruits and vegetables is a step in the right direction. So far, there is no real cure for diabetes, but with regular medical care and taking care of yourself, you can manage your diabetes; reducing considerably, the risk of serious complications such as heart disease and stroke. Treatment for diabetes varies depending on what type of diabetes you have. Managing all forms of diabetes include regular monitoring of blood sugar levels; eating a well-balanced, healthy diet, and following a regular exercise program. Insulin is the most common diabetes drug. It can be injected or taken orally. Beyond medications...
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...information with patients about a specific type of cancer by creating a flyer, brochure, or report. Select and complete one of the following assignments: Option 1: Families With Children Option 2: Young Adults Option 3: Middle-Aged Adults Option 4: Older Adults Option 1: Families With Children Your goal is to educate families with children about a cancer that affects children. Although focused, this group may contain a wide range of individuals who vary in age, reading level, and socioeconomic status. Be mindful of unique characteristics associated with the affected population. Be creative in your layout while maintaining a professional appearance. • Resources: American Cancer Society website (http://www.cancer.org) and the National Cancer Institute website (http://www.cancer.gov) • Choose one type of cancer that affects children. Share information about this cancer with children and their families. • Create a flyer, brochure, or report to present the information in 350 to 500 words. • Organize the information into five sections: o Causes and risk factors, including environmental risks o Prevention and detection o How the cancer affects the body o Treatment options o Name and contact information of at least one support group • Include at least one image (picture or diagram) that supports any of the details you present in the patient information flyer, brochure, or report. • Format your paper consistent...
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...Psychological Trauma of Cancer LaHoya Blount COM/172 November 15, 2011 Cassandra Baker Abstract After reading this research paper, it is understood how both men and women cope with the diagnosis of cancer as well as the psychological trauma they experience. Both positive and negative coping styles that patients experience are explained in this paper. Information is given that compares and contrast upon gender concerning patients’ posttraumatic stress disorder and the psychological trauma they face. Sources and coping styles are included that may become helpful in handling the emotional and physical trauma patients may have. Psychological Effects of Cancer Many Americans are diagnosed with various forms of cancer every day. Once diagnosed with cancer the patient go through some form of psychological trauma. Psychological trauma also known as post-traumatic stress disorder is associated with a specific medical illness in this paper it is cancer. Depending on the gender of the patient, the news of having been diagnosed with cancer takes each patient through some difficulties. Although all patients have to deal with being diagnosed with cancer, there are differences and similarities in each gender when dealing with the psychological trauma of cancer (Hagger & Orbell, 2006; Hampton, 2000). Men and women face emotional and physical trauma during treatment of cancer. Both men and women go through depression and anxiety. Men deal with the diagnosis of cancer more positively...
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...for Cancer Patients Marion Ingram Strayer University ENG115 November 11, 2012 Dr.Jeffrey Kersh Developing New Drugs for Cancer Patients In this informative white paper, “Developing New Drugs for Cancer Patients,” I will be describing the four (4) major issues: economic situations, special needs (e.g. , health) of the population being served, process, and the benefits of the program. The main point of this paper is to inform the public that we are taking every precautionary step in working with FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to create a new drug that is affordable. There are many foundations and researchers that are raising funds in the aide of creating a new drug for cancer patients. The Susan G. Komen Foundation is one of the most popular organizations to take a step in raising funds to the cure and prevention of this disease. Developing New Drugs for Cancer Patients The first major issue I want to describe is the economic issue. Cancer has become one of the most deadly diseases of all time, yet researchers suggests that there are very good chances of improving survival. Billions of dollars are spent to develop a new drug. For more than 65 years, the American Cancer Society has been finding answers that save lives- from changes in lifestyle to new approaches in therapies to improving cancer patients’ quality-of-life. (American Cancer Society) According to Boyle P, Levin B., the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC)...
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...Baptist Hospital Cancer Center it has been determined that a proposal for expenses for a digital imaging system is needed. This system is the BioVision by Faxitron. It is a Digital Surgical Biopsy Specimen Imaging System. The total cost is $99,875.00. With this acquisition it will include an instant corroboration of an effective biopsy procedure. This system has over twenty features. Some of these includes the 10cm x 15cm digital detector, high resolution 2.3 MP flat-panel LCD monitor, Ergonomic Keyboard, Transparent Imaging Door, 3 Hour Battery Backup Operation, Battery Life Indicator, Automatic Exposure, Automatic Calibration, 2 times Magnification, and DICOM compliant. The best feature will be the time saved in the operating room by using this imaging system. Additionally it includes one year warranty and one day of in-service training by a factory trained professional. This proposal explains how the acquiring of Faxitron’s BioVision is supported by the organizations goals and management needs and improving the financial well being of the Miami cancer center. The purpose for this report is to establish the need to invest in this system. The report will disclose financials and operating costs. The Baptist Hospital Cancer Center is a corporation that provides outpatient treatments to patients in its targeted area. Most of our patient about 85% to 90% will have health insurance or a medical cost reimbursement program. The lower cost it will attract patients who are paying for...
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...Group 6: HPV as a leading cause of Cancer Human papillomavirus (HPV) was founded in the 1950s as a virus infection that is associated to many cancers. It is primarily transmitted through sexual contact and less intimate skin-to-skin contact. Preventions have been implemented to raise awareness of the virus. The first vaccine for HPV approved as a widespread use in the US was in 2006. The virus acts to infect the keratinocytes in the skin and mucosal membrane. Other areas the HPV acts as a carcinogen are the cervix, anus, penis, vulva, vagina, oropharynx, benign genital and cutaneous warts, respiratory papillomatosis, and nasal or oral papilloma. Some researchers have concluded that the HPV infection which is more common during the active period of age is directly related to certain cancers. Researchers have found that HPV is associated with certain types of cancers and also have found that HPV can have no association with certain cancers. The research we did will explain the various cancers associated with HPV and attempt to answer the question “is HPV the leading cause of cancer?” In the United Stated and around the world, cancer is and continues to be a very serious disease that affects millions of people. Head and neck cancers are “the sixth most common cancer in the world” (Lajer et al. 2012). While the link between HPV and cervical cancer has been established; it is still unclear to researchers how HPV is related to head and neck cancer. The authors assert that alcohol...
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...Proposal for Individual Research Paper: Your Name here To provide guidance for your individual project, you are to submit a Proposal for Individual Project by the end of Session 4. The Proposal should address the following seven questions. Rename the template including your name (e.g. Proposal for Individual Project_yourName.doc or .docx) and submit your proposal in the assignment folder “RsrchPaperProp”. I. What is the thesis of your paper? A strong Research Paper has a good thesis. Your thesis statement is a point of view in response to a research question. Read more about how to write a thesis statement here: http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/545/1/ |Breast Cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, exceeded only by lung cancer. Digital Breast Tomosynthesis | |(DBT) or 3D Mammography in conjunction with conventional computed tomography (CT Scan) mammography is proving to be more successful| |in detection and possible prevention of Breast Cancer than conventional methods alone. | II. Who is the audience of your paper? It is important to have a well-defined audience in mind when you write your paper. Hopefully you will be able to define an authentic audience that may be relevant in some way to your current job and/or career goals. |ITEC610 class members, IT management, UCSP615 professor & class members | | ...
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...this paper is “A study into the potential role of Survivin localisation in resistance to drug-induced apoptosis” written by Helen Angell. The paper is about the role of an anti-apoptotic factor from the class of caspases. The subcellular localisation of surviving can play important role in the therapy of breast cancer. Cancer is an abnormal process in which the cellular apoptosis is inhibited. Survivin is a protein known to regulate cell division and apoptosis. Chemotherapy in cancer patients in targeted to induce apoptosis. Surviving has been known to be localised in the cytoplasm and nucleus of the cells. The main therapeutic role of Survivin comes from the fact that the sensitivity of the breast cancer cells to chemotherapy is increased in its presence within the nucleus. Description of the methods and techniques used Various methods have been used by the author. All lab-based methods are used for the determination of localisation and presence of the protein in the cell. • The fourth method used is tissue culture, for the purpose of over expression the protein in the selected cells. • Second method subcellular fractionation was done for the separation of the cellular components. • Immunoblotting was chosen, as it is important for the identification of proteins based on their masses or weights (Hatano, 2010). • The main aim of the paper is to analyse the roles of Survivin as an important prognostic factor in the breast cancer patients...
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...Confidentiality and Informed Consent Claudia Lewis PSY/305 6/29/15 Dr. Daniel Williams Jr, PsyD, MSW Confidentiality and Informed Consent Introduction Dear client this paper is to inform you, of your right to confidentiality, and further more explain the process of informed consent. In the world of Psychology and counseling, confidentiality and informed consent has been the cornerstone to our practices (University of Phoenix, 1994). This paper will help you to understand how the things you say during the counseling sessions may have legal implications against you; by first explaining the decision of Tarasoff v. the board of Regents of the University of California, followed by how it relates to the therapist-client relationship in regards to confidentiality; then finally explaining the process of informed consent and refusal. Tarasoff v. Board of Regents of the University of California Decision According to University of Phoenix Confidentiality after Tarasoff (1994), the Tarasoff v. board of regents of the University of California case was heard before the California Supreme court, when Tatiana Tarasoff, a student at The University of California was killed by a fellow student. Her parents sued the University of California, the Police and the Therapist (University of Phoenix, 1994). The parents claim was that neither the School, Police or the Therapist warned them of the intentions of this fellow school mate to kill their daughter, Tatiana Tarasoff, as the fellow...
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...Code of Ethics Team B HCS/335 June 6, 2011 Code of Ethics Introduction Code of ethics is very important with all the different organizations and businesses that are in the world today. This paper will explain why the code of ethics is important to the organizations, what the relationship between the organization’s culture and ethical decision making is, and is it important that the organization’s ethical values support an individual’s personal ethical values. Code of ethics help an organization on making important decisions and showing what the organization stands for, and how they can help the people. M.D. Anderson Hospital is very big on code of ethics and helping their patients, there are many goals they have, ethical values, and goals for their organizations that they want to complete. This paper will explain how M.D. Anderson Hospital helps patients and stands up to the code of ethics that they have established. M.D. Anderson Hospital Goals Relationship between M.D. Anderson Hospital Goals and Ethical Principals Role and Importance Ethical Values Concerning an organization’s ethical values, it’s very important that it supports each individual’s ethical values. Ethical values are important because values are what the organization stands for. M.D. Anderson Hospital has an Institutional Code of Conduct, which includes 10 principles. These 10 principles are very important to the organization they are the values and ethics of the organization. These...
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... This research paper evaluated the relationship between navigation and navigator roles as they relate to the patient journey with breast cancer. The goal of the research was to determine if these care coordination models eliminated institutional barriers experienced by patients trying to coordinate breast care in a complex healthcare system. It also evaluated the effectiveness of the navigator role as it supports the elimination of barriers to care for minorities and women living in low-income and underserved communities. This study reviewed the results from surveys given to women being treated for breast cancer at different hospitals, and cancer clinics to determine if navigation improves patient access to appropriate evidence-based healthcare. The findings showed higher patient satisfaction and compliance, continuity of care, decreased anxiety levels, and increased social support systems from families and friends when navigation services were provided. Key Words: Patient Navigator; Breast Care Coordinator; Breast Care Patient Navigator; Breast Cancer in Women; Current Studies involving Breast Cancer Introduction Breast cancer is the second leading cause of death and the most common disease found in women living in the United States (Basu, Linebarger, Gabram, Patterson, Amin, & Ward, 2013). The American Cancer Society estimates at least 207,090 women will be diagnosed annually with invasive breast cancer (Kober, Padula...
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