Essays on Hummel

Post-stroke dysphagia, a potentially fatal complication, affects an estimated 23-50% of all stroke survivors. It is associated with a seven fold increase in the risk for aspiration pneumonia. Aspiration pneumonia increases the catabolic demands of the body and in the settings of impaired swallowing leads to a vicious cycle of malnutrition, dehydration, and further infections (Shaker & Geenen, 2011). Dysphagia affects a significant number of patients with hemispheric stroke which is the main subtype of ischemic stroke in the general population (Kumar et al., 2011). The functions of swallowing are subserved by a vast brain network. The inferior peri-rolandic sensorimotor ...

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Conscription means compulsory enrolment in the armed forces and has a history of centuries in several parts of the world. Mass conscription has played a major role in helping major powers display their strength on the armed front and overcome their enemies. Historically, conscription has been used a means to ensure the country has enough numbers to counter threats and defeat their borders. Even though conscription has been part of the national policy for several kingdoms of the past, the United States did draft before the start of the Civil War. As the South seceded, the Confederate states called ...

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In the recent times, people have been exposed to the media than ever before. Most of our homes comprise of TV sets, internet connections, and newspapers amongst others. The internet, for instance, is perceived as a tool that makes life easier by providing essential information. Obviously, excessive exposure to violent media has detrimental effects on the behaviors of the child (Escobar-Chaves, Liliana, and Craig A, 2008). All-encompassing research has revealed that media violence develops aggressive behavior to children. Therefore, stakeholders must ensure they promote a safer media environment for the children during developing through media literacy. Throughout this paper ...