Discuss the relevant medical issues and the advantages and disadvantages of hospital versus home.

To complete this assignment, read through the scenario below and address the specific questions and issues indicated. Review the “Introduction to the Miller Family” document for specific information on each member of the family.Grandmother Ella has been dealing with cancer for years now and has tried alternative remedies and juicing. She went into remission for some time, but now the cancer has returned and she is in the hospital. Her husband, of American Indian descent, has his ideas about what needs to be done as Ella comes to the end of her life. Ella has her preferences, though she is now so weak that she has given up in many ways. The family members are each experiencing their own fears and are grieving as they face the loss that will occur as Ella’s life comes to a close. Ella prefers to die at home and has felt stressed by the discord and discomfort of family members since being hospitalized.You are the social worker for this case. You meet this family in the hospital setting as they are considering whether the patient will remain there for her final days or whether hospice and palliative care will be provided for her in her home.For this assignment, you will:Synthesize the current research that is relevant to this scenario.Discuss the cultural or traditional issues that could arise at this time. Consider how the integration of alternative and complementary medicine and beliefs, mainstream medical practices, and cultural/traditional rituals and practices might create issues and what they might include.Describe how the family might react to the following possible scenarios:Ella wishes to stick with alternative and complementary practices.Ella is coerced into following mainstream medical advice.Ella’s husband insists that, as father and husband, his family traditions should be adhered to.Examine the biological basis for care and describe how the choices for care might affect the other family members with respect to their individual problems, if at all.Son Sam, the alcoholicDaughter Lila, with diabetesGrandson Josh, starting to have drug problemsGranddaughter Lucy, bipolar with more entrenched drug problemsDaughter-in-law, Sarah’s stress related to her family’s medical issues (nephew with leukemia, brother with HIV, and her father’s perspective that they are all “crazy!”)Discuss the micro, mezzo, and macro influences affecting both the patient and the diverse family members in this scenario as impacted by Ella’s medical condition and prognosis.What are the pertinent and likely family (micro) conflicts and differences, and concerns that could be encountered?How is the neighborhood and extended family (mezzo) reacting to the situation?If she returns home, what considerations need to be taken into account as part of her discharge plan? Using your local area, research and present the needed or preferred community resources (macro) that would be available to them. Critique the ability of these community resources to adequately meet the needs of this diverse family’s circumstances.Discuss the relevant medical issues and the advantages and disadvantages of hospital versus home. When discussing medical issues in this case, use appropriate medical terminology.Discuss the psychological and social issues that are present and will possibly be more pronounced at this stressful time. How has the fact that this illness has been ongoing (chronic) impacted the family?Analyze the current scenario as it pertains to diversity, as well as to cultural, psychological, and social perspectives and influences, taking into account the stories that you have been discussing throughout the course.Discuss the impact of lifespan development on the perspectives of the various members of the family (i.e., their intellect, cognitive abilities, insight, and judgment) as well as their sociocultural perspectives, preferences, understandings, and positions on the situation.Writing the Final PaperThe Final Paper:Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a title page with the following:Title of paperStudent’s nameCourse name and numberInstructor’s nameDate submittedMust begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.Must use at least three scholarly sources.Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

How does each theory affect the views of the individual who is part of the institution?

Evaluate the impact the Sociological theories, Functionalism, Conflict, and Interactionism has by choosing one of the social institution selected from the list below: Social Institutions : HEALTHCARE In your paper address the following elements: How does each theory apply to the selected sociological institution? What are the similarities? What are the differences? How does each theory affect the views of the individual who is part of the institution? How does each theory affect the approach to social change within the selected institution? Within the Sociological institution selected, how does each theory affect the views of society? Writing the Research Paper The Research Paper: Must be eight double-spaced pages in length, (excluding the cover and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. Must include a title page with the following: Title of paper Student’s name Course name and number Instructor’s name Date submitted Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis. Must use at least five scholarly resources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford Online Library. Must document all sources in APA style Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined

In your opinion, according to Porter’s Five Forces Model, has competition increased or decreased overall as a result of the Internet and e-commerce?

Discussion 1The internet significantly influenced business and strategic planning. In your opinion, according to Porter’s Five Forces Model, has competition increased or decreased overall as a result of the Internet and e-commerce? Justify and support your response with two examples from your text or external resources.Discussion 2Describe an industry analysis and its purpose. Give two examples of the types of questions an industry analysis might answer. In your discussion also include an analysis of the chosen two areas and how they affect the strategic planning process.

Explore how policies and legislation could impact the family or individual during each life cycle.

Week 1 Life CycleThe life cycle is a key component in understanding the individual and what impacts that individual as a result of being in the cycle of his or her life.Write a 700- to 950-word paper exploring the impact of the life cycle. Include the following information:Describe three of the major concepts in the family or individual life cycle:Include how self-determination impacts an individual’s ability to successfully negotiate challenges in each life cycle.Include how autonomy impacts an individual’s ability to successfully negotiate challenges in each life cycle.Explore how policies and legislation could impact the family or individual during each life cycle.Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.—————————————Week 3 Spirituality and the Family Life CycleUse the family your team picked in Week Two.Interview each member of the family to obtain an insight as to how the family member perceives the influence spirituality and culture has influenced their family.Create five open-ended questions to be asked of each family member.Combine each interview into a Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation.Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.———————————————–Week 4 Practical Compromise During DivorceDescribe the issues to consider, as a human service worker, when helping individuals going through divorce.Write a 350- to 500-word paper describing any practical compromises you would recommend and how these compromises help benefit the following during the divorce process:ChildrenExternal relationships such as the following:Grandparents and other relationsFamily friendsFormat your paper consistent with APA guidelines.——————————————–Week 5 Alcohol and Family ViolenceWatch the video “Alcohol and the Family: Breaking the Chain”Write a 1,700- to 1,950-word paper discussing the impact alcohol and family violence can have on the life cycle.Include the following information:A historical perspective on how alcohol and family violence have been impacted by legislative changesThe impact of alcohol abuse on both the addicted individual and those around themThe impact of family violence on both the perpetrator of family violence and those exposed to family violenceIntervention methods, which could be applied to this family in crisesHow the family rituals may affect the family member in crisesFormat your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Discuss any relevant history related to the legislation, pertinent votes, and issues that are stalling the legislation, etc.

Review of a bill AssignmentSelect an active bill at the state or federal level that impacts the professional practice of nursing.In a3-4page paper(excluding the title and reference pages),summarize the provisions of the bill and clearly explain what the bill will accomplish.The paper should be no more than4pages,typed in Times New Roman using12-point font,and double-spaced with1?margins.Your review of a bill paper should:Discuss the major provisions of the bill.Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the legislation by explaining the background and all relevant facts.Discuss any relevant history related to the legislation,pertinent votes,and issues that are stalling the legislation,etc.Use primary sources for this information.Identify key supporters and those who do not support the bill.Explain why some of these individuals support the bill and why some do not.Explore the positions of the key stakeholders in the bill,both pros and cons.Do not make assumptions about potential key stakeholders.Examine this area carefully so you are correctly reflecting the stakeholders positions.Discuss how the bill would impact a nurse’s ability to provide safe and quality care or to practice to the highest scope of the nursing license.Explain specific actions that nurses can take to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislationUse APA format,headingsand references as appropriate.RubricClearly summarizes the bill’s major provisions and what the bill will accomplish.Demonstrates a clear understanding of the legislation by explaining relevant facts and background information.Relevant history related to the legislation, pertinent votes, and issues related to the legislation is clearly identified.Key supporters and stakeholders are identified. Position of stakeholders and key supporters is clearly and accurately explained.Informative discussion on how the bill might impact a nurse’s ability to provide care is included. Nursing specific actions that can be taken to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislation are clearly explained.APA format (6th edition) is followed. Written in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner. Information from sources is paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.

Develop a 15–minute PowerPoint Presentation on the concept of ‘community’ as it relates to people with intellectual or developmental disability.

Develop a15–minute PowerPoint Presentation on the concept of ‘community’ as it relates to people with intellectual or developmental disability. Include an outline for training participants who work directly in this field as Counselor.Please take note thatfor the purpose of this assignment, define‘community’ as“a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests and goals.”

What are the pros and cons of making alcohol illegal today?

Alcohol has been used for many centuries and early forms of mead date back to at least 8000 BC. Throughout time, alcohol has had many purposes, including disinfection, religious rituals, and medical treatments. Today, alcohol is the most widely used drug in the world.Review the history of alcohol legislation presented in your readings forModule 1.Answer the following:What are the pros and cons of making alcohol illegal today?What other option can you suggest to regulate alcohol consumption apart from legislation?Give reasons for your response citing research.Write your initial response in 150–200 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.

How could each ethical theory you cite help people think about what constitutes virtuous or ethical behavior?

Rough Draft of Final PaperIn this course, you have looked at classical ethical theories of utilitarianism, deontology, and virtue ethics. You have also examined different perspectives on ethical issues introduced by relativism, ethical egoism, and emotivism. For this paper, you will apply these theories and perspectives to a current issue.Choose an ethical issue to write about. You may choose from the list below, or, with approval from the instructor, select a different socially-relevant topic. It is recommended that you choose a topic that you are familiar with or that you have some interest in exploring further. For the purposes of this paper, your topic should pertain to a current area of interest in the news and/or government policy forums.Possible IssuesCorporate executive compensationCorporate contributions to political campaignsHuman traffickingMass incarceration and the prison industrial complexThe media and their responsibilitiesDomestic surveillanceWhistleblowing in government or in a businessReligion in the workplaceEthical problems of gamblingProgressive taxation ratesImmigration reform in the U.S. and/or abroadWomen’s equalityIn your paper, you will apply ethical theories and perspectives to the issue that you select. You do not have to use all six, but you should apply at least two ethical theories and at least one ethical perspective in your paper. Make sure that you write primarily on ethical topics and concepts, aiming to be both balanced and intellectually driven in your work. You may share your personal views, but do not rely on opinions (yours or those offered by others) to make your case. Think about the evidence that helps to make your case and use it.Address the following questions:What are the ethical issues?Where are there breaches of ethical behavior?How could each ethical theory you cite help people think about what constitutes virtuous or ethical behavior?Your draft must include at least three pages of text plus a title page and a references page. Your draft should include a clear thesis statement that states what you plan to argue. It should also explain how you intend to develop the final paper and include a list of the sources you intend to use. You can also use the Sociology Research Guide(Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. located in the Ashford University Library. Format your rough draft according to APA style and properly cite and reference all your sources according to APA format. If you would like to refer to APA samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center, located within the Learning Resources tab in the left navigation bar of your online course.