...Zoey is a 17-month old female, who’s unaided hearing thresholds indicates she has a bilateral, sensorineural, symmetrical hearing loss. The degree of her hearing loss at 17 months is severe to profound for her left ear and severe for her right ear. Zoey did not pass her newborn hearing screening and at 3 months old, she was diagnosed and fit with hearing aids. Her family has been receiving early intervention services since Zoey was 5 months old. Zoey and her family have an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) to help best treat Zoey’s hearing loss. At 15 months, Zoey’s hearing results were consistent with her 3 month thresholds. At 17 months, Zoey had her hearing levels retested, and her thresholds were below what they were at 15 months....
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...disinterest from the public. Supporters assert that people should wear a helmet when driving for the sake of their own safety and others'. A helmet helps prevent further damage to driver's head, which might lead to serious brain hurt or instant death, when he or she lands in an accident. Statistics on victims of traffic accidents who stayed alive thanks to wearing helmets has lent credence to their claim. Moreover, wearing a helmet also serves as a protection of all family members' life. A loss of one member more or less poises a serious threat to family's bonds, relationships and happiness. A whole family will be in grave peril if the breadwinner - the main member supporting that family - is lost owing to traffic accident. However, critics say that this proposal will do little to enhance the grave traffic situation in Vietnam. The real benefit in wearing helmets is usually the main bone of contention. Helmets, some argue, will provide a limited and unclear view - not to mention decreased hearing ability - for those who use them. And, this might even lead to more drivers’ mishandling in streets and finally, more traffic accident. Further, lack of convenience is also a frequently used reason for not approving this proposal. It is not comfortable at all to bring along a helmet to schools, universities, markets or workplaces. When the weather is either scorching hot or heavily rainy, it will be an undesirable experience to wear a helmet all the time out of the street. In sum, this...
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...Embryonic Stem Cell Research: Its Pros and Cons Because of its concept, embryonic stem cell research has become a hot topic in debates among scientific researchers, moral activists, religious groups and governments. It is a relatively a new science that holds medical treatments for many debilitating diseases and disorders affecting people today. But like other new scientific technologies, it is also believed to potentially do harm. To get a good insight about this type of research, let us take a look at some of its pros and cons. List of Pros of Embryonic Stem Cell Research 1. It can help treat many diseases. As scientists direct the differentiation of embryonic stem cells into specific cell types, they will be able to use the resulting differentiated cells to treat certain diseases, which include diabetes, traumatic spinal cord injury, Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy, heart diseases, and vision and hearing loss. It is also claimed to have the potential...
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...One of the benefits of becoming a teacher in the education field is having teacher tenure. This article reviews the pro and cons to this benefit. Teacher Tenure is a way to provide protection and job security to teachers in the education field. Tenure laws vary from state to state. Normally this benefit is available after a teacher probationary period generally between three to five years. The beginning rights of tenured teachers happened 17 years ago in the Supreme Court case Cleveland Board v. Louderhill. In this hearing the courts stated that non-probationary employees who might be terminated are to be notified of the charges brought against them. They are to be given a fair hearing or trail and evidence is to be a gathered to support the decision. Since then other cases have gone to court over teacher dismissals. The state of Michigan has a lawsuit pending on new Teacher Tenure laws. The new updated law states teacher probationary period to occur for five years. Many people are divided on this issue. Leaving other to wonder what to do with educators who have poor performance but continues to teach in our school systems. Employees can be terminated for several factors: failure on certification, immoral character and insubordination just to name a few. The termination process is lengthier with tenure than a teacher without. Law makers and school board systems are looking into ways to implement stipulations on educators receiving this benefit. The author of the article...
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...| [5] | http://www.thekitchn.com/supermarket-survival-tips-for-131917 | Adaptable/flexible | Customers can use their devices to sync with store check-out device and shop faster | [6] | http://gothamist.com/2011/04/25/supermarket_self-checkout_yep_there.phphttp://www.nbcnews.com/id/43729757/ns/business-retail/t/welcome-valued-customer-more-self-checkouts/#.URIXs2dxlGo | Customer experience | Freed up employees can work in other areas providing better customer experience | [7] | http://www.nbcnews.com/id/43729757/ns/business-retail/t/welcome-valued-customer-more-self-checkouts/#.URIXs2dxlGo | User friendly | Friendly IU, that guides the user through | [8] | http://retailingtoday.com/article/ncr-self-checkout-system-good-design | Loss prevention | Users have full control over their purchase and is not easily lost | [9] |...
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...“The duties of a physician assistant may include, reviewing patient medical histories, examining patients to provide a proper diagnosis, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing and managing patient treatment plans, assisting in patient surgeries, and many more” (“Pros and Cons of Being a Physician Assistant (Plus Salary)”). In order to appreciate a physician assistant career, one must first understand the education/training, advancements/salary, and benefits/hazards. First, there is certain education and training that one must undergo to pursue this career. To begin, one should earn a Bachelor’s Degree in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics field (“How to Become a Physician Assistant (PA) - Education & Requirements”). The majority of physician assistants begin by receiving a...
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...Victims and Crime Evaluation Paper Criminal Law/CJA/354 An alarming amount of innocent people become victims of crime every year, and the victim’s rights are every bit as important as the offender’s rights. There are certain tendencies that appear within patterns of crime and victimization, such as adolescents are most likely to be victimized, men become crime victims more often than women, and African Americans experience more crime than other racial groups (Newmark, 2008). Victims of crime suffer from physical, emotional, psychological, and financial issues. Some of the issues victims of crime face are physical injury, fear for personal safety, medical expenses, counseling expenses, feelings of fear, grief, shame, and anger, and lost income. Victims of crime needing assistance may believe they are overlooked or even revictimized by the criminal justice system, a system that may appear to be more concerned with the criminal’s rights than with the needs and rights of the victim. This paper will address the role the prosecutor, defense attorney, criminal, and victim play within the criminal justice system and how victimization affects each. The Prosecutor The prosecutor plays a critical role in the criminal justice system and serves many functions throughout the criminal justice process. Some of these functions are as follows: * Investigating * Helping the police build a case against the person(s) * Bringing charges against a person(s) * Arranging...
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...Running head: SYSTEMS ANALYSIS AND DESIGN Torey Golden Unit 6 Assignment 6 IT510 Kaplan University Table of Contents Part 1 3 Part 2 4 Part 3 7 References 9 Part 1 The team is now at the end of this information systems project for the company’s advertising personnel. We have been recently informed that they will be an employment reduction that will affect the systems analysis team and our budget which in turn has affected moral based on Ontha Weyout’s response during the meeting. We have identified that while we do have documentation, there is no consistency in it. A standardized method is in need to consolidate it and make the information understandable for users and stakeholders to use. One of the programmers suggested using psuedocode to standardize the documentation. However the advertising personnel are not familiar with that method. Had Al who is one of our newest programmers explained how Rouse (2005) stated that psuedocode “is a detailed yet readable description of what a computer program or algorithm must do” he might have received a different response from Mark in advertising. In addition, Al’s peer Flo and advertising executive David do not embrace the idea of using psuedocode. They have been using the systems development process with the use of CASE tools. The CASE tool can output graphical diagrams to give programmers a picture of what they are creating and non-technical users a map of sorts. It also provides “Compatibility...
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...The Effects Of Unilateral Hearing Loss In Children: A Comparison Between Normal Hearing Children And Children With A Unilateral Loss The development of a child’s education and language skills is heavily reliant on on their ability to hear and process the material provided. A child with a unilateral or mild hearing loss will not have full access to the presented information putting them at a disadvantage compared to their typically hearing peers. José, Mondelli, Feniman and Lopes-Herrera (2014) indicate “without early identification and intervention, about one third of the children with mild bilateral or UHL [unilateral hearing loss] will present difficulties in different areas of communication” (p.199). Unilateral hearing loss is not often...
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...The purpose of this paper is to discuss how to live with hearing loss and methods to cope with the emotional, psychological, and social effects of a hearing loss. The physical aspects of hearing impairment, including hearing mechanisms and how the ear functions are also discussed. The topic is important because understanding the various causes of hearing loss in addition to methods and resources to help with coping with a hearing loss will assist in improving communication with family members, friends, co-workers and complete strangers resulting in a better quality of life. This paper is organized into seven sections. Section one will discuss how hearing loss affect people in the U.S.; the physical parts of the human ear; how the ear functions, and different types of hearing loss. Section two will discuss the psychological, (i.e., social and emotional) effects of hearing loss. Section three will discuss how hearing loss can effect relationships. Section four will discuss where to seek medical help. Section five will discuss the pros and cons of hearing aids and associated cost. Section six will discuss tinnitus (ringing or roaring in the ear), and my personal experience coping with tinnitus and hearing loss. Section seven will present the conclusion. People of all ages suffer from hearing loss and in particular as a result of noise damage, whereby “many cases of hearing loss – at least 10 million of the 28 million total cases in the U.S. – are a result...
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...Pros an Cons on the legalization of Marijuana Pros 1. Less harmful than alcohol or tobacco if used in moderation. 2. Limiting the use of the drug intrudes on personal freedom. 3. Legalization would reduce crimes. 4. Medical benefits such as pain management when it comes to cancer and Aids. 5. Street competition would be reduced 6. Additional tax revenues. 7. Tax deduction do too less crimes 8. Quality and safety of drugs of the drug could be backed by the FDA 9. Drug busts often trap young people in a flawed system that turns them into lifelong criminals. Cons 1. Known as the gateway drug 2. Driving while hearing or body impaired 3. Some consider use of the drug as morally wrong. 4. More child accidents by discovering the drugs out of parent recklessness. 5. Because of drug-related arrests, people who have committed or are likely to commit more serious crimes can be taken off the streets. 6. Has shown brain damage to long term user and abusers. 7. Legalization of marijuana could lead to harder drugs or all drugs altogether. 1. Physician Perspectives on Marijuana's Medical Use According to "Procon.org" (2013),"The evidence is overwhelming that marijuana can relieve certain types of pain, nausea, vomiting and other symptoms caused by such illnesses as multiple sclerosis, cancer and AIDS -- or by the harsh drugs sometimes used to treat them. And it can do so with remarkable safety. Indeed, marijuana...
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...Medical marijuana is a treatment of a disease or illness with the whole unprocessed marijuana plant. This marijuana pant there is a substance/chemical contained known as cannabinoids that is processed into a pill form for medication. This chemical regulates pressure, memory, thinking, concentration, body movement, awareness of time, appetite, pain and the senses each contains such as taste, touch, smell, hearing and sight. These being mostly positive effects that the body creates on its own, some may need an extra dosage. A high amount and abuse can be very strong leading to health effects. Why is medical marijuana being legalized in different states? Is the reason behind really for medical usage? Why is FDA not approving the marijuana plant as a medicine? As all chemicals, substances and medications must be FDA approved and clinically tested for the proof of risks of usage and benefits, medical marijuana has not been accepted. In this time not hundreds but thousands of human subjects most be examined. The chemical cannabinoid is outweighed by the dangerous and risk full chemicals contained in this plant. The cannabinoids are turned into an oil form in which is then given to patients in treating their illness. In this process making those recreational users not want to indulge in using this drug due to non-intoxication. One disorder this treats is child epilepsy, meaning children with violent controllable seizures. Two components contained in the marijuana plant that directs...
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...and Non-traditional Litigation In this paper I will compare and contrast traditional litigation systems to non-traditional forms of ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution). Traditional litigation is where both parties use the court system to try to resolve their dispute, while ADR is the process of resolving a dispute outside of the court system. In this paper I will look at the pros and cons of using each type of litigation process. I will also look at the risk that business and other organizations encounter when dealing with traditional litigation and where ADR might be a more appropriate measure in order for business mangers to reduce those risks. Traditional Litigation Traditional litigation is handled through the court system. Each party has an attorney who is an advocate and argues their side’s position. All negotiation occurs through those attorneys and most cases end in an agreement. With this kind of litigation, if an agreement is not reached at the end of the negotiation, then the parties can turn to a judge who can make a final decision after a court proceeding or hearing. During this hearing, the parties attorney’s will present evidence and make and argument to the judge. ("Karen Julian Law", 2008). Some advantages of using traditional litigation are you have the advice of your attorney or counsel as to what the state laws are, their assistance in what is the correct action to take, and the ability to get a resolution through the court if the parties are not able...
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...Between 10% and 15% of parents are asking physicians to space out the timing of vaccines, which often poses an ethical dilemma for physicians. This trend reflects a tension between personal liberty and public health, as parents fight to control the decisions that affect the health of their children and public health officials strive to maintain high immunization rates to prevent outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases. Interventions to address this emerging public health issue are needed. (Citation: Glanz JM, Kraus CR, Daley MF (2015) Addressing Parental Vaccine Concerns: Engagement, Balance, and Timing. PLoS Biol 13(8): e1002227. doi:10.1371/journal.pbio.1002227). There has been much controversy about vaccines. It has been stated in the Pro & Con arguments articles “Should Any Vaccines Be Required for Children?” Vaccines are safe and effective. However, they are neither perfectly safe nor perfectly effective. Most adverse events associated with vaccines are minor and involve local sorenesor redness at the injection site or perhaps fever for a day or so. Rarely, however, vaccine can cause more serious adverse events. Whether an adverse event that occurs after vaccination was caused by the vaccine or was merely temporally related and caused by some totally independent factor is often difficult to ascertain. This is particularly problematic during infancy, when a number of conditions may occur spontaneously. Decisions about use of vaccines are based on the relative balance of risks...
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...federally-funded cash benefits (NPC, 2004)”. (1) The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Act shifted the responsibility of the poor to the states. The Act also made allowance for states to perform drug testing of those who were in need of federal assistance. According to an article in the New York Times “Policy makers in three dozen states this year proposed drug testing for people receiving benefits like welfare, unemployment assistance, job training, food stamps and public housing (Sulzberger, 2011) .” The controversy rising from the proposed drug testing has many debating the question: Should people seeking government assistance be required to take drug tests? PROs/CONs: There are several pros and cons to the new legislature to drug test those seeking government assistance. PROS: Those in favor of the bills feel that it is reasonable to drug test those who receive money from the government because most employers require a drug test before hiring an employee. Why should tax dollars pay for people who use illegal drugs? (Montaldo, 2012) Others in favor of the bills believe it is an act of compassion and a way to help people addicted to drugs....
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