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Pat Mora’s Gentle Communion is a poem that addresses the concept of aging and childhood. In addition, it contains a deeper meaning of hope and remembering when a person was “alive”, which means that he or she was able to fully enjoy life. However, the very first line of the poem suggests that the given poem is about a person remembering his or her mother, who passed away. Analysis The poem starts with “Even the long dead are willing to move. / Without a word, she came with me from the desert. / Mornings she wanders through my rooms / making beds, folding socks.” (1. 1-4). The given stanza begins the topic of discussion, which is remembering childhood and adolescent memories when the woman was alive. The first line states that the person is not alive anymore, whereas the second line might state that she arrived from an empty place. It seems that the desert either means the actual place, such as Mexican immigrants traveling through plains to reach some city, or it means from the nothingness of the mind a though appeared about her. The last two lines explain the author’s basic memories of the woman, who used to perform such activities when she was alive. The next stanza is “Since she can’t hear me anymore, / Mamande ignores the questions I never knew / to ask, about her younger days, her red / hair, the time she fell and broke her nose / in the snow. I will never know.” (2. 1-5). The given stanza further elaborates on the fact that the author’s mother has passed away because the first line claims that they can no longer communicate. It can also be understood that she is alive, but she cannot hear due to old age. However, the author claims that she will not be able to know about her mother’s past, which most likely means that the given person is gone. The trouble with modern humanity is that people are so afraid of both death and strong feelings that we seek to hide from them, pretending that neither one nor the other exists. Therefore, they often try to distract the grieving person from his or her grief, urging him to take courage, fasten, hold on, and pull himself together. It happens that when a person has strong emotions, frightened relatives drag him or her to the doctor to prescribe tranquilizers, and so on. An important area of ​​work is also the study in conversation with the grieving of the styles of coping behavior that can impede grief and those that can increase the effectiveness of adaptation to the situation of loss. The author continues with “When I try to make her laugh, / to disprove her sad album face, she leaves / the room, resists me as she resisted / grinning for cameras, make-up, English.” (3. 1-4). In this stanza, it seems that the mother is simply suffering from aging, which affects her mental abilities to experience joy. Nonetheless, it is possible that the author is probably frustrated about not being able to remember her laughing because she was either pictured or remembered as a sad woman. Help in changing the emotional place of the deceased in the life of a grieving person can be expressed in a discussion of rituals, traditions of maintaining the
Introduction The success of leaders and managers can be evaluated concerning multiple aspects of performance, including their ability to appeal to different followers and employees. Nowadays, the millennial generation and these people’s unique employee characteristics are among the most discussed topics in the field of leadership and management. Based on modern research, apart from the general leadership values, one should use inspirational communication and internal branding, as well as offer personal growth opportunities and regular feedback to lead millennials effectively. Topic in the Context of Organizational/Work Life Today, the topic of intergenerational differences at work attracts the attention of numerous researchers concerned with the problems of effective leadership. Social and financial circumstances play a significant role in a person’s development, and this is why employees belonging to particular generations can demonstrate similar behaviors when responding to some situations (Lyons et al. 346). Despite the threat of stereotypes, the study of generations can help to understand changes in people’s perceptions of work related to intergenerational differences, thus helping leaders and managers to measure their success more accurately (Lyons et al. 346; Smith 256). According to recent findings, millennials and older generations perceive the meaning of their work in different ways, and it can impact their approaches to task completion and communication in the workplace (Weeks and Schaffert 1045). Since the proportion of millennials in both large- and small-scale businesses will continue to increase, leaders and managers should be aware of the key characteristics of the generational cohort to reduce workplace conflicts and workforce liquidity. Dealing with Millennials: Research and Recommendations Leadership and management are interconnected fields of study focusing on the psychology of business relationships and the most effective ways to organize work, coordinate other people’s efforts, and encourage collaboration. Several communication problems can affect leaders or managers, and the proposed approaches to solving them vary greatly. Some researchers, for instance, Pfeffer, list selective hiring among the measures that reduce problems in the workplace (134). In other words, to perform their duties successfully, managers and leaders should have a clear picture of individuals to fulfill particular roles in their companies. A similar idea is defended by Lawler who supposes hiring people whose values and goals align with those of an employer as one of the key prerequisites to success (“Hire the Right People” 177). Based on these suggestions from research, it is possible to suppose that employees’ characteristics play a significant role in their behaviors and perspectives. The presence of shared generational identities and connected behavioral tendencies is a particular example of factors that leaders and managers should conside
“The Tale of Kieu” is a Vietnamese epic poem written by, Nguyễn Du (1766–1820). It is one of the most important pieces of Vietnamese literature. It is a moving story about a young Vietnamese girl named Kieu who attempts to undo the wrongs of her past life, by enduring hardships. Through the story, we are drawn into the world of Vietnamese culture and way of life. The writer depicts injustice within the feudal system, after the dethroning of the Le Dynasty, and the status of women then. Even though the story is about 200 years old, it still holds true, as the plight of many young Vietnamese women is almost the same in today’s world. One of the main issues and controversies surrounding the story of the protagonist is morality. Many people consider this an immoral story,
According to the definition, apprehension is a certain feeling of fear or anxiety that something unpleasant or harmful is going to happen. In this poem, Hughes describes a hopeless and scary picture he probably sees every day. In “Apprehensions,” the poet’s wife is a part of something over which neither she nor Hughes has control, and this situation is overwhelming. It is evident that her service to fear is becoming like a religion. The poem is focused on the poet’s wife’s fear that attracts and draws her to the writing-table and, at the same time, lives in it. She tries to exorcise it, but the wild fear that it will suffuse everything around, including the husband, children, and furniture, stops her from attempting. She understands that her pen is simultaneously her weapon and the agent of her destruction, and she has no way out and no control over it.
Introduction Man is defined as a social animal with complex characteristics that vary from one person to another. Also, people find themselves in different circumstances that prevail naturally. In today’s world, “class” is a major factor that has contributed to the expectations of society. In a bid to reach the peak of our endeavors, material things are paid more attention to (Butler 129). In order to analyze this topic critically, this essay would be focused on how the expectations of society affect an individual’s lifestyle by imposing economic, educational, and behavioral demands on such an individual. The detriments of such expectations are low self-esteem, unhappiness and false lifestyles. Individuality Man as a social animal has adaptative qualities which enable him to adapt to any prevailing situation. People are classified or categorized as upper class, middle class, lower class, working-class and lower class. This classification push people to work extra hours, do odd jobs and indulge in anything just to meet up with society’s expectation of fitting into a particular class (Canter 213). In Williams Wordsworth’s poem, he states that “little we see in nature that is ours” (Wordsworth 111). This shows that people are more concerned about satisfying the demands of society than that of nature. In contrast to the concept that imprisonment was punishing people who wrong the society, today it is more of self-imprisonment than penalty imprisonment. This explains why a lot of people work extra hours; others have 2 to 3 jobs just to buy a dream house or a dream car. Others do odd jobs just to meet economic demands such as food, shelter and clothing. Amidst all of these, very few people derive satisfaction from their jobs, careers, or even marriages. Quoting from William Wordsworth’s poem, “for this, for everything we are out of tune” (Wordsworth 129). Also, quoting from another of Wordsworth’s poems, “getting and spending, we lay waste our powers” (Wordsworth 135) This depicts our characters of spending money on things that are of less importance to us simply because we want to meet up with the society’s expectations (Canter 226) Society’s Expectation The world is a global village and things move at an alarming speed. To catch up with the movement of things in this 21st century, individuals are pushed to the extreme point of breaking down where only the strong survive. In Sean Penn’s movie titled “Into the wild”, emphasis is on the importance of feeling strong rather than being
Introduction The progress of students especially in primary schools has to be tracked to allow for comparisons amongst their peers throughout the world. To realize this, various international surveys (PISA, PIRLS, TIMSS and TALIS) have been done. PISA, PIRLS, TIMSS and TALIS in the Netherlands The Program for International Student Assessment (PISA) is a standardized judgment of national systems of education in equipping their young people for the future. On the PISA 2006 science scale on identifying scientific issues, Netherlands schools scored above 530 points which are above the OECD average of 500 points. This means that the 15-year-olds in the county approaching the end of compulsory schooling have the ability to utilize basic understandings in reading, mathematics, and science to everyday circumstances (“PISA 2006 results” para. 1). The Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS) focuses on providing comparative data about student’s achievement in primary school. It provides vital comparative information on the students reading achievement, reading curriculum, institutional practices and school resources. In the 2006 survey on the Netherlands, it recorded a significant drop in an average score as compared to the year 2001. The report showed that girls are higher reading achievers than their counterparts, the boys. It also showed that kids from homes that promote the reading culture become better readers (“International Study Centre” para, 3). The Trends in International Mathematics & Science Study report (TIMSS) provides a different but complementary analysis of the education system. It tests students in primary schools have developed mastery in mathematics and science curriculum. The results in the Netherlands show achievement by the students in mathematics and science. This can be attributed to the change in the method of education from a mechanistic approach to a realistic approach whereby the teacher functions as an instructor. The modern curriculum focuses on an integrated conception of scientific principles (Knuver 214-226). The OECD’s Teaching and Learning International Survey (TALIS) report released on 16th June 2009 provides a benchmark for the learning and teaching conditions by helping countries to review and develop policies to make the teaching profession more attractive and more effective. The survey was conducted in The Netherlands but as the required standards of data sampling did not meet the standards, they are not available for international comparison (“OECD-TALIS” para.2). Milton Friedman and the education system Milton Friedman advocated for the role of economic capitalism in the liberal society in the early sixties. His political ideology emphasized more effort by the private sector and the least role by the government
Introduction The US is a first world country with visible developments in the communal realms. It is recognizable as a developed country with minimal flaws. Nevertheless, in recent years numerous negative things have been associated with such an entity. They include war, crimes, poverty, racism and discrimination, which affect them socially and economically. Mooney, Knox & Schacht (2010) thus define a social problem as any social condition that has a negative impact on the society and the environment. A variety of social problems faces the American citizens in the contemporary society. These include crime, war, inaccessibility to better care, poverty, unemployment, bigotry and inequity, illegal immigrations and inadequate shelter. These are examples of social problems, which affect such a populace thus the need for the government to address them swiftly lest they exude negative impact on subsequent generations. This paper mainly focuses on the health care issues affecting the contemporary American society with a definite focus on African Americans, elderly and related special groups. Healthcare The sole social problem facing the contemporary United States during this century pertains to healthcare. For example, obesity, cancer, diabetes and sexual abuses are prevalent. Mooney, Knox & Schacht (2010) reviewed studies that indicated that in every three women in a relationship at least one has been battered, forced into sexual activity or abused in numerous ways. Unfortunately, persons they know normally initiates such acts. Despite the notion that battering is one of the major causes of hurt, and disability among the African-American women, most healthcare centers are not able to recognize this incident as a healthcare issue. Furthermore, the rate at which the African-American citizens are involved in drug abuse especially smoking leads to an increase in the death rate of the population due to heart diseases, strokes and cancer. According to Patel and Rushefsky (2008), federal courts passed a ruling on the medical care civil rights act in 1994, which was to offer health care services to all patients regardless of race, division or the social economic status of an individual. Unfortunately, this problem is yet to be substantially analyzed. Analysis of the problem Although several persons have ignored such a concern, it is evident that for an individual to comprehend the current health care crisis of the African American population, one must understand the legacy of the experience of the slavery. This is together with the role of racism in the provision of diverse facets of care (Patel and Rushefsky, 2008). Former Senator Bradley once said that the slavery experienced by the African American population was and still is the American’s first sin since racism persists as the unresolved dilemma. With reference to the most recent research, it is evident that most medical services offered by the American government consciously or subconsc
Different countries have different needs for critical infrastructure development, but they also have to consider the emergence of globalization. Globalization has led to great interconnectedness and interdependence among different states. The phenomenon has informed various countries to form collaborations aimed at promoting and enhancing cross-border interaction (Baggett, 2018). The United States is a member of the Critical 5, a collaboration that involves five countries, including Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States. Critical 5 informs the need to collaborate with other states mainly through information sharing. The collaboration involves connecting and speaking the same message as pertains to the sense, worth, and meaning of critical infrastructure. Each of the countries has the capacity to develop its unique critical infrastructure. However, the recent events encountered across the globe, such as the US bombing, have called for united action and broader thinking. This also forms the basis for the internationalization of critical infrastructure (Baggett, 2018). The collaboration has enabled the United States to develop and implement an all-hazards method in dealing with the current along with the expected difficulties that touch on critical infrastructure. One important area the country has been able to collaborate on involves the emerging issues of climate change and the changes in demography. These developments form an integral component of infrastructure systems and properties. The occurrence of unforeseen incidents can cause great disruption in service delivery, which necessitates governments to work together in developing the necessary safe and resilient critical infrastructure. In particular, collaboration during the initial stages of development is fundamental in addressing the trends together with other potential disruptors (Simpkins, 2018). It is also crucial due to the long-term nature of critical infrastructure. Through internationalization, the Critical five members recognize the importance of preparing for imminent changes that possibly will interrupt the services provided through the infrastructure. Another important area for collaboration involves the emergent issue of cyber-security. Today, information technology (IT) forms the central point of managing critical infrastructure systems. It is used to run key systems in hospitals, airports, power plants, railway transport, and traffic control. A large portion of the systems is managed through computer systems and software that are vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Cyber-attacks mainly target to diminish or defeat the operation of computer systems as opposed to a physical attack on the computer devices themselves (Taquechel & Lewis, 2017). The attackers can seize control of the systems through which they can disturb the system’s operations. The development of critical infrastructure is the backbone for national prosperity through which the country facilitates economic growth and expansion. The infrastructural developments are a catalyst to greater economic output since they provide support to diff
Abstract The meta-analysis study explored the differences between burn ICU and general ICU patients. Also, the paper provided intervention measures to control burn-related complications experienced during the first 48 hours of treatment. The study evaluated more than 80 research articles and texts obtained from different data sources, such as PubMed, Cochrane Library, and CINAHL. However, only twenty were used in the meta-analysis. The findings of the study revealed that burn ICU patients have higher mortality rates compared to those in general ICU. Besides, death prevalence rates are higher among burn patients who experience complications, such as cardiopulmonary conditions, during the treatment period. Another finding is that burn ICU patients stay for longer periods in ICU. To counter the high mortality rates, several interventions were identified. The approaches include the effective use of ventilators, vasodilators, and early wound closure. Introduction The intensive care unit is a special hospital department that caters to patients with severe and life-threatening illnesses. Such conditions require doctors and nurses to carry out close monitoring and support for patients using special medication and medical equipment. Some of the special apparatus used in ICU include mechanical ventilators, feeding, and nasogastric tubes (Kayambu, Boots, & Paratz, 2015). The primary reason for using specialized equipment is to stabilize a patient’s normal bodily functions. Some of the conditions treated within ICU include severe burns, multiple organ failure, and ARDS. The level of care in ICU differs based on the condition presented. Burn patients, for example, differ significantly compared to general ICU patients. The differences are brought about by the fact that the injuries of burn patients are both external and internal. As a result, they should be handled with extreme care and caution to avoid worsening the patient’s condition. Some of the complications associated with severe burns include hypothermia, compartment syndromes, and kidney failure (Fortner, 2012). Other problems are cardiogenic, distributive, and hypovolaemic shock. As a result, doctors and nurses need to carry out early interventions to manage some of the complications. Some of the measures taken include glucose control, wound closure, operative, and metabolic interventions. In this paper, the author will focus on the differences between burn and general ICU patients. To bring out the variations, the writer will carry out a meta-analysis by reviewing more than 14 research sources. The paper consists of six sections. The first is an introduction. Section 2 constitutes a discussion of complications and types of intervention for burn ICU patients. Section 3 highlights the method of meta-analysis. Section 4 details the results of the studies. Section 5 and 6 provide a discussion and conclusion summarizing the findings. Complications Associated with ICU Burn Patients Severe burns lead to some complications, which can lead to death. The classification and severity of bur