From the birth of the nation to today, the idea that the United States of America was built on the foundation of democracy remains unwavering. Throughout history, many different figures have molded and shaped democracy in their own ways, changing how the nation perceives and defines democracy. From Martin Luther King Jr.’s inspirational speeches that shook the nation to the riveting case of Brown v. The Board of Education that contributed to the hard fought battle against inequality. Among those figures and events that redefined democracy and therefore the country, stands Ronald Takaki. Known for his work in ethnic studies, Takaki pioneered studies into African American history, being the first professor at UCLA to teach African American history.
In chapter fourteen of A Different Mirror by Ronald Takaki, the author elaborates how all nations contributed to political and economic climate during the 20th century. As World War II escalated in Europe and Asia, President Franklin D. Roosevelt made a speech to Congress on January 6, 1941, stating that we support those who struggle to gain human rights and that our nation has the destiny to have people gain freedom everywhere. Eleven months later on December 7, 1941, Japan dropped a bomb on Pearl Harbor. President Roosevelt took the initiative of the Kellog-Briand Act, resulting in the United States entering World War II. This changed the United States relations with Mexicans, Africans, Japanese, Chinese, Jewish, and Native Americans.
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Although there were numerous beneficial experiences for the Consumer through the supported decision-making process, the deterioration in mental state and the concern relating to exposure of vulnerability and openness to manipulation by others could not be overlooked (Office of the Public Advocate Systems Advocacy, 2014). Dignity of risk relates to the Consumers right be able to make decisions that can involve a level of risk, however the duty of care of the primary nurse and treating team was to ensure that safeguards are in place to minimise risk of harm to the Consumer and/or others that may be effected by the decision made (Victoria Government Department of Human Services,
This follows the Care Act (2014) as Patrick has been given control of his own care, by having a say in the decision. The next step is deciding a course of action, in this step Jeff has to identify his responsibility and assess how he could reduce any risks. He thinks the best course of action to do this would be to arrange a consultation for Patrick with the sexual health advisor. Step four is testing the decision, and consulting the Equality Act (2010) shows that this would be the right decision if Patrick’s health status is kept confidential, because it may prevent possible discrimination. Simon (the sexual health advisor) assured Patrick that any information about him will be
Relevant legal and ethical considerations, focusing on the 4 main ethical principles and how each of these apply to this case using research evidence. Focusing on the ethical theory of Beauchamp and Childress, it is considered one of the most fundamental elements for beginning a discussion in the Not for resuscitation (NFR) debate. (Fornari, 2015). The four main ethical principles, autonomy, non-maleficence, beneficence and justice hold the grounding block for issues of this nature. End of life care is an imperative characteristic of acute stroke nursing, as stroke mortality rates remain high, regardless of enhancements in the health care industry.
Critical Reflection and Analysis Co-working a case through conducting direct work with an eight-year old girl, I used professional curiosity to explore an alarming self-disclosure made to me about her sleeping with a fifteen-year old boy, who was a non-relative. By keeping an open mind, avoiding making assumptions, analysing what was said and observing the child’s body language, I determined that whilst this incident was really inappropriate, there was nothing untoward happening. However, to safeguard and minimise risk for the child, I relayed this information to the relevant social worker so the concern could be properly addressed and resolved. With the C. family I had to consistently question and evaluate the reliability and validity
Reflecting on this clinical practice has been unquestionably beneficial to me. It is helped me ascertain further information about dignity and the importance of it. It has also allowed me to evaluate the care I give and develop personally and professionally. Using the Gibbs (1988) reflective framework has enabled me to look at all aspects of the clinical practice and gain essential information relating the maintenance of dignity. I have found this assignment of reflecting extremely interesting and have enjoyed learning new things about myself and the care I give in clinical practice.
One of the most prevalent ethical issue associated with reflective practice is that of confidentiality, although no names are revealed when reflection takes place, it can be questioned as to whether the interactions we have with patients should be used to help further our professional development (Hargreaves J. 1997). Reflection and reflective practice also have professional implications as it increases the student’s vulnerability as they are recounting events which could have caused them distress in the past as reflection itself is a process which requires the individual to reveal the minute details of how an event made them feel, therefore it is vital that people who are undergoing this process have the support that they require (Cleary M. et. al. 2013). Knight K. et. al (2010) argue that not only do students need this supervision, reflective practice groups should be favoured as they give the students more support, not only from their supervisor but also their peers who could be going through the same
The following reflection piece is based on an event which I experienced during my internship placement. Johns model of reflection will be used for this assignment. The reflection is based around my own personal experience with a terminally ill patient. It focuses on one main issue, providing hope for patients and how I felt about it. it also discusses my feelings, the knowledge I had, my knowledge gaps and what I learnt through literature during my reflection.
Personal Essay: How The Alchemist Changed My Life Forever As most people in Los Angeles are today, I was sharing an apartment with another roommate at a rent of $1,800 a month and commuting along the busy and noisy 405 to work everyday - two hours each direction, surrounded by traffic and angry people honking out of frustration. As I headed out for work every day and came back home after a long day, I eventually became more and more miserable as time passed - I stopped spending any valuable time with friends and family as I became bitter and sour spending most days and nights at a job that demanded more and more of me, I spent less time doing the things I used to enjoy like hiking or reading as I was worn out
The aim of this paper is to analyse a critical incident which occurred at the student health visitor’s area of practice. A critical incident is an event which when it occurs, makes one pause and consider the situation to give an element of understanding whilst dwelling on the negative and positive aspects of the experience in transforming knowledge and behaviour Hannigan (2001), as cited in Elliot (2004). In order for one to analysis an events there is a need for reflection on the process and evaluate its outcome. Critical incident analysis is identified as discussion and reflection on motives and justification of actions used when an incident happens and its effectiveness in enhancing practice in future (Elliot 2004). This process involves
The Term reflection can have many meanings to many people. Reflection can carry meanings that range from the idea of professionals engaging in solitary introspection to that of engaging in deep meaningful conversations with others. But for this assignment I will focus on; what is refection in the clinical setting, why it is important for health care professionals to reflect and where the ideology of reflection came from. I will also provide a personal experience of reflection during my time in the clinical setting that helped me to come up with a solution to a challenging situation. WHAT IS REFLECTION?
The Butler Reflection: After watching “The Butler”, I learned about the presidential administrations of Eisenhower, Kennedy, Johnson, and Nixon. We learned how each affected the Gaines family and the civil rights movement. 1957 - The Eisenhower Administration Cecil goes to his new job to serve Dwight D. Eisenhower. He meets the other staff, including head butler Carter Wilson and co-worker James Holloway. Cecil brings tea to Eisenhower, who is meeting with Chief of Staff Sherman Adams and Attorney General Herbert Brownell.
Justin Barragan Prof. Madjaroff Aging 100 19 March 2018 Reflection Paper #2 In the film, The Intern, by Nancy Meyers, an older gentleman named Ben, played by Robert De Niro, decides he is bored with retirement. Although Ben has worked his entire career at a phone book company, he feels that he has more to offer in terms of work. He gets a flyer which encourages applying to be an intern via a video message for a senior intern program at an online fashion company. Shockingly he earns an interview and gets the internship.
