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    The legalization of marijuana as a prescription drug should be allowed. Medical research shows that marijuana has therapeutic value in patients with various types of cancers, some neurological disorders, and AIDS patients. The marijuana eases some of the effects of chemotherapy such as nausea and dizziness. It also controls muscle spasms and contractions and aids in the relaxation of patients with neurological disorders.      Many researchers and administrations of

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    pharmacies in over 80% of its stores, and nearly 30% of stores are open 24 hours a day (Walgreens Corporation, 2006a). The company strives to offer a merchandise mix in line with this focus, providing customers with one-stop stopping for not only prescription drugs, 5 but also over-the-counter-drugs, health care products, grocery selections, gifts, holiday and seasonal items, and one-hour photo developing (Biesada, 2006b). Walgreens is also known for its superior locations. Following an organic

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    The social work profession is rooted in a set of core values and principles which are applied as standards in determining ethical judgements. This paper will explore an ethical dilemma and how utilizing the ethical decision making model can offer different resolutions. Joseph (1983) discussed how this ethical model “suggests a structure and a systematic process for inquiry into ethical issues that emerge in clinical practice and its organizational contexts.” Dilemma in Context Practice Setting The

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    Within this assignment it is intended to present an example of a prescribing situation that arose in practice, to ensure prescribing issues are illustrated. The rationale for the decisions reached will also be discussed. A brief overview of the nurse prescribing initiative and how it developed will be addressed. The importance of ethical principles, accountability and legal issues that surround nurse prescribing will be demonstrated. As a patient will be addressed in the example, a pseudonym will

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    pressure medication all of these treatment cost money (Parks, 2016). In simpler terms the hospital wants sick patients to continue coming to the hospital and paying their bills to stay opened and to pay employees. All the incentives are simply in the wrong places. The only measures that a hospital will take to help people take preventative measures are flu vaccines and some health fairs that are provided, and annual doctors visits(Sanders, 2016). In all reality the preventative healthcare measures

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    In my NUR-301 Class, I had the opportunity to practice on Interprofessional Education. Our nursing student team was partnered with first year pharmacy school students to learn about each other professions and to study on how we could work in a team of healthcare professionals to attain a common goal. As this was my first time experience to meet other students from a different department of Notre Dame of Maryland University, I was not sure what to expect from our discussions. Even if I have some experiences

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    World, 2015) (IBIS World, 2015) 1. PHARMACEUTICALS BENEFITS SCHEME (PBS) The pricing structure of prescription drugs is regulated through the Pharmaceuticals Benefit Scheme (PBS). The Pharmaceuticals Benefits Scheme (PBS) was introduced by the Commonwealth Government in 1950 with the aim to lower the cost of drugs to the Australian Public (IBIS World, 2015). This scheme governs 80% of prescription machine and as such has reshaped the pharmacy industry as 62% of revenue comes from these products

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    The ability to take a health occupation class has been spread down to the high school level for those who have the need and want to help others in a health department. Classes have been provided for students to decide which part of the health best fits them. There is a wide range of different occupations within the health department to choose from. These range from helping with infants, surgeon, being a family doctor, to becoming a pharmacist. Two of those occupations which are commonly looked

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    or is the answer upping the legal age of the use? The answer is yes, we are essentially setting our kids up for an unsure future. With the uncertainty of these prescriptions, we allow their minds and bodies to be exploited for financial gain by the top rated pharmaceutical companies. Many waver at the thought of turning to prescription pills when diagnosed with any illness. However, it seems as if when it comes to minors and depression the first step taken by the parents is to sign their child

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    “Health Occupations Education (HOE) prepares secondary and adult students for employment in the healthcare industry and for postsecondary education. Supervised clinical experience is an integral part of all HOE programs.”(Health Occupations Education) There is a wide range of different occupations within the health department to choose from. These range from helping with infants, surgeons, being a family doctor, to becoming a pharmacist. Two of those occupations which are commonly looked into are

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