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Cultivation Theory: Reality Versus Fiction Cultivation theory is a social theory, which examines the long-term effects of television on American audiences of all ages. Developed by George Gerbner and Larry Gross of the University of Pennsylvania was the Cultural Indicator project, which was used to identify and track the ‘cultivated’ effects of television on viewers….

Abstract The nursing practice, as it is constantly evolving, is dependent upon the regulations created by the standards of nursing practice. One of the highlights of the nursing standard illustrates the virtue that must be cultivated by a nurse in the conduct of one’s profession. In this research, three articles that define nursing ethics will…

Introduction      Nursing care can vary from one hospital, community and from one country to the other. The model also varies but most depict the stages involved which are the assessment, planning, implementation as well as evaluation. The use of logic and systematic approach to care by way of application of models and theories as…

In American , More than half of Americans are overweight, Not only Adult but also including at least 1 in 5 children. Nearly one third are obese” (Wooden). Childhood obesity is a serious and common disease that is increasingly becoming more popular. Adults need to be role models toward their children and educate them about…

Cheating used to be considered an unmentionable sin. However, in this day and age, it has become more common and somewhat of a daily occurrence. Cheating is more widespread today than in the past. According to the article titled Education: The New Morality, cheating has not been an issue of values, but simply one of…

Physical Readiness Training is essential in ensuring our bodies remain fit and ready for the nation’s demands. Nevertheless, soldiers often face injuries that impede their ability to train normally. Nonetheless, there are specialized exercises and plans created to assist injured soldiers in their recovery, playing a vital role in their rehabilitation process. According to FM…

Ida Jean Orlando was born in 1926, America, first generation Italian decent. She got her nursing qualification from New York Medical College, graduation from St. John’s University and MA in mental health nursing from University of Columbia, Teachers College. Ida Jean Orlando was a professor and director of Mental Health Psychiatric Nursing graduate program at…

Cholera remains to be a significant public health issue worldwide. However, most of the cholera symptoms are infections are not detected early enough. There can be significant outbreaks of cholera disease such as the one recently experienced in Zimbabwe, Haiti, and Vietnam. Most of the industrialized countries have practically not experienced any cases of cholera…

Lee, these 8 aspects of pre-operative nursing care may include: Providing psychological support: Because it is already stated that Mrs.. Lee’s family is quite anxious, it may very well be also making her anxious about her surgery. Catering to the psychological support needs of a surgical patient will include being there for the patient and…

I selected Dr. Duncan to interview because she is highly qualified in the counseling field. She has a doctorate, state licensure and runs her own private practice in Family therapy. She is also a professor of Counseling (Family therapy) at NJCU. Being new to the mental health counseling, my goal was to get the insight…