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I.  Explain how the name of a muscle can distinguish its location, action, shape, and function. Select five different muscles to make this distinction.

 

II.  Compare and contrast the major muscle groups of the upper and lower limbs and relate their similarities and differences to their function.

 

Each participation response should be at least 250 words; original, free from plagiarism, reviewed by Turnitin and follow APA guidelines.

Assignment 2 Grading Criteria	Maximum Points
Response Criteria
Provided a thorough and complete explanation of the discussion questions assigned.	8
Provided responses that are original and free from plagiarism as verified with the Turnitin program.	4
Followed APA guidelines for writing style, spelling, grammar, and citation of sources.	4

 

Pharmacotherapy for Cardiovascular Disorders:

 

Case Study 1:

 

Patient AO has a history of obesity and has recently gained 9 pounds. The patient has been diagnosed with hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Drugs currently prescribed include the following:

 

 Atenolol 12.5 mg daily

 

 Doxazosin 8 mg daily

 

 Hydralazine 10 mg qid

 

 Sertraline 25 mg daily

 

 Simvastatin 80 mg daily

 

 

 

To prepare:

 

•Review this week’s media presentation on hypertension and hyperlipidemia, as well as Chapters 19 and 20 of the Arcangelo and Peterson text.

 

•Select  the case studies above , as well as one the following factors: genetics, gender, ethnicity, age, or behavior factors.

 

•Reflect on how the factor you selected might influence the patient’s pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes.

 

•Consider how changes in the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes might impact the patient’s recommended drug therapy.

 

•Think about how you might improve the patient’s drug therapy plan based on the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic changes. Reflect on whether you would modify the current drug treatment or provide an alternative treatment option for the patient.

 

 

 

Post  1 TO 2 PAGE Paper on : An explanation of how the factor you selected might influence the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes in the patient from the case study you selected. Then, describe how changes in the processes might impact the patient’s recommended drug therapy. Finally, explain how you might improve the patient’s drug therapy plan.

 

 

 

References

 

Media

 

•Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2012). Hypertension and hyperlipidemia. Baltimore, MD: Author.

 

 

 

 

 

Readings

 

•Arcangelo, V. P., & Peterson, A. M. (Eds.). (2013). Pharmacotherapeutics for advanced practice: A practical approach (3rd ed.). Ambler, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. 

 

◦Chapter 19, “Hypertension” (pp. 230–246)

 

◦Chapter 20, “Hyperlipidemia” (pp. 247–262)

 

 

 

•Drugs.com. (2012). Retrieved from http://www.drugs.com/

 

 

 

 

 

Assignment 1: Bank of America or McDonald’s Case Study

From the Goldsmith & Carter textbook, select either the Bank of America (Chapter 2) or McDonald’s (Chapter 9) case study for this assignment.

Write a five to seven (5-7) page paper in which you:

1. Outline the talent management program that led to success for the company.
2. Identify strengths of the program and how they led to goal accomplishment.
3. Describe opportunities for improvement in the talent management planning process.
4. Create at least two (2) more effective approaches to meet the talent management challenges in the future.
5. Use at least five (5) quality academic resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not quality as academic resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Examine the process of linking talent management to organizational goals to gain a competitive advantage.
• Analyze the process for crafting a talent brand and accessing talent channels.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in talent management.
• Write clearly and concisely about talent management using proper writing mechanics.

In order to drive a car around a curve, there must be a frictional force between the tires and the road, or the road must be banked. Consider a 1250 kg car traveling at a speed of 25.0 m/s around a curve with a radius of 175 m. If the curve is banked and the road surface is frictionless, what must be the angle (with respect to the horizontal) of the road surface?

3-4 pgs

Gallup poll results are prevalent in the media especially leading up to elections as are reports on surveys done by universities and research groups like the Pew Research Center.

The survey results of small groups of people are used to portray a general consensus about a population. Ever wonder how many people should be included in a survey to make it a meaningful reflection of a population? Now you will be able to answer your own question. Be warned; you will never feel the same about these polls and surveys again.

Using the following specific resources, create a lecture (with citations) which includes the following:

Part 1: Survey Analysis

Entertainment Survey
Using a newspaper article from AIU library’s full-text database: National Newspapers (Proquest), create a lecture (with citations) which includes the following:

• Describe an entertainment poll or survey. Analyze the number of people who participated in the sample compared to the number in the population. Most news articles will not provide information on the number of people surveyed. In this case critique the validity of the results. (Be sure to cite the article which must be from National Newspapers -ProQuest) Here is a Research Guide.
• Discuss how the results of the survey can be used to tell a story or support an idea of the sponsoring company or media group.

Political Survey
Using polls from one of the following sources:

Source 1

Source 2

• Describe a political poll or survey. Analyze the number of people who participated in the sample compared to the number in the population.
• Discuss how the results of the survey can be used to tell a story or support an idea of the sponsoring company or media group.

General Survey
Using polls from one of the following sources:

Source 1

Source 2

• Describe a general opinion poll or survey. Analyze the number of people who participated in the sample compared to the number in the population.
• Discuss how the results of the survey can be used to tell a story or support an idea of the sponsoring company or media group.

Overview

Consider the three surveys presented.

• Using the knowledge you learned from the textbook, compare and contrast the sample sizes in each of the three surveys mentioned in the post and determine if the samples sizes are appropriate.
• In your opinion, which appears to be the most valid? (Cite and reference the textbook)

This section of the paper will be 2-3 pages in length and each survey or poll described MUST come from AIU Library’s National Newspapers- ProQuest Database and Pew Research Center or Gallup.

Please do not use quotes or copy definitions. You will not receive credit for understanding the materials if you use the words of others. Keep in mind that since you did research and you have citations in the body of the post, you must also place a reference list at the end containing the textbook and the articles cited.

• Include a copy of your survey
• Provide charts of your results and describe those charts in words
• Explain how the results of your survey can be used by a media group or company

This section of the paper will contain 1 page of text and 3 charts.

 

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SAMPLE SIZE DETERMINATION  5 paragraphs

Determining sample-size is important step when planning a statistical study. It is also quite a difficult task since many variables must be considered.

MAIN DISCUSSION POST: Due by Sunday
In Yahoo! use the search term “Sample Size Determination.” Select a University or Government webpage that discusses the topic. Do not use Wikipedia, eHow or about.com or other resource that is not written or published by a University or the US Government.

• Paragraph 1: In simple terms explain what researchers must go through to select the right sample size for a study. (Be sure to cite and reference the website)

In Yahoo! use the search term “Sample Size Calculator.” Select two calculators you like best.

• Paragraph 2: Explain how the calculators work. Test the two calculators using a population, confidence level and confidence interval you select. Discuss the results. (Be sure to cite and reference the website)

Please do not use quotes or copy definitions. You will not receive credit for understanding the materials if you use the words of others. Keep in mind that since you did research and you have citations in the body of the post, you must also place a reference list at the end containing the textbook and the articles cited.

For this assignment you will do a significant portion of work in MS Excel and import it into an MS Word document for submission. You will use the data below to address Price and Output decisions faced by firms that are not in pure competition. Some numbers may be rounded.

Table 1
Output	Average Fixed cost	Average Variable Cost	Average Total Cost	Marginal Cost	Price	Total Revenue	Marginal Revenue
0					$ 345.00
1	$   180.00	$ 135.00	$    315.00		$ 300.00
2	$     90.00	$ 127.50	$    217.50		$ 249.00
3	$     60.00	$ 120.00	$    180.00		$ 213.00
4	$     45.00	$ 112.50	$    157.50		$ 189.00
5	$     36.00	$ 111.00	$    147.00		$ 165.00
6	$     30.00	$ 112.50	$    142.50		$ 144.00
7	$     25.71	$ 115.70	$    141.41		$ 126.00
8	$     22.50	$ 121.90	$    144.40		$ 111.00
9	$     20.00	$ 130.00	$    150.00		$   99.00
10	$     18.00	$ 139.50	$    157.50		$   87.00

Address the following:

1. Complete Table-1. Summarize your calculations.
2. Prepare a chart showing:
   • Average Fixed Costs
   • Average Variable Costs
   • Average Total Costs
   • Marginal Revenue
   • Marginal Costs 
3. Using the data in the table and on your graph, explain the profit maximizing, or loss minimizing level of output.
4. Define a normal profit and an economic profit. Are normal profits being earned in this example? Are economic profits present for this firm in this example?  Explain your answers.
5. Given the data in the table and the graph, what type of market structure could this be in the short run? Explain your answers.
6. If the data in Table-1 represents the long run, what type of firm must this data represent? Explain your answers.

DUE: 02.14.15 @ 11:59PM

This is what I need you to do –> Review the Post 1 forecast scenario below. Are all of the eight steps included? Add some detail to one of the eight steps in the forecasting method.

 

 

Post 1: Describe a situation where it would be appropriate to use forecasting. Be sure to include all the necessary steps to develop the forecast and why you would use the forecast you chose. Please be thorough and provide enough detail.

Response: A situation where forecasting would be appropriate to use is to come up with loan promotions. Just like everything else in retail loans are seasonal even though they are offered all year round. There is usually an influx of application during spring time which people usually use for home improvement and vacation and then again during fall for tuition and christmas presents.
Based on the fact that we see year after year that people apply during an specific time period through out the year, the forecasting technique to come up with numbers for loan promotions would be Time series method.  Looking at this data over time and the changes that experience the demand on loans depending on the season, allows us to have better decision making.

This is what I need you to do –> Review the Post 2 forecast scenario below. Add depth to the forecasting scheme by suggesting another application of the forecast in the profession. What other way could we use these forecasted measurement?

Post 2: Describe a situation where it would be appropriate to use forecasting. Be sure to include all the necessary steps to develop the forecast and why you would use the forecast you chose. Please be thorough and provide enough detail.

Response: Quantitative forecasting uses past numbers as its basis. This type of forecasting normally includes the effects of the leading indicator series and other complex economic data. The leading indicator series includes information on stock prices, unemployment insurance claims and the money supply. Although forecasting that uses such data is highly mathematical, it makes a crucial assumption that history predicts the future. If market conditions change unexpectedly, these methods become less accurate.

I used to be a stockbroker, quantitative forecasting are good indicators, similar to predictions on whether certain stocks will go up or down (increase or decrease in value). We used to use to forms of indicators, fundamental research and stock forecast algorithms.

Fundamental Research is a mandatory method for any investor. Fundamental Research is a well-rounded stock prediction method for all the data that actually matters are taken into consideration while determining the true value of a stock A company may generate healthy revenue but owing to huge expenses, they may not be highly profitable.

Stock Forecast Algorithms are aimed at making the best use of the right time, right price and the right quantity of stocks that must be traded. The Algorithm in place helps a trader to forecast the time at which the price would be the most favorable to either buy or sell a stock. The system predicts absolutely on numbers and has not even remotely affected by popular emotions.

Keep in mind, forecasting is just predictions, just like in the stock market and quantitative forecasting, it is up to the client to eventually decide what is the best option, invest aggressively or low risk.

 

References:

http://iknowfirst.com/2-stock-forecasting-methods-you-should-use

http://smallbusiness.chron.com/importance-limitations-forecasting-36164.html

Document Requirements:

Use standard 12-point font size

MS Word Document 

3/4-1 page paper PER Post – there’s two post(Nothing less then 3/4 of a page and nothing more then 1-page necessary)

1-2 sources in APA citation PER Post – there’s two post(I willn’t need anymore then 3 sources for sure)

Thorough Response is a must!!

And NO plagiarism!!

 

*Homework Field of Study: Business Statistics

If you don’t have any expertise in this area of study please don’t waste my time sending a handshake.

Which civilization was more impressive, Aztec or Inca?

Your essay should have a clear introduction with a strong thesis statement. Body paragraphs must begin with a topic sentence that establishes the focus of that paragraph as it relates to the overall thesis of the essay.

Your essay should be formatted according to MLA guidelines, and include a Works Cited page at the end (not included in the page count).

Within the essay you should have a clear thesis statement in the introductory paragraph and should include support from your research in the body paragraphs. All information used from research must be documented using appropriate MLA parenthetical reference to the sources listed on the Works Cited page.

DO NOT PLAGERIZE!!! ALL THINGS YOU FIND FROM INTERNET MUST HAVE LINKS ON THEM.

Assignment 2: Stakeholder Analysis  
Due Week 5 and worth 150 points

Write a 6 page paper in which you:
(Note: Refer to Review Question 8 located at the end of Chapter 3 for criteria 1-3. Select two (2) editorials / essays / columns (by staff or freelance writers) on a current issue of public policy from two (2) different publications (large metropolitan or national newspaper such as Washington Post or the New York Times or national magazines such as Newsweek, Time, and The New Republic.)

1. Apply the procedures for argumentation analysis (located in Chapter 8) to display contending positions and underlying assumptions for the content of Review Question 8.
2. Rate the assumptions and plot them according to their plausibility and importance. (Refer to Figure 3.16, “Distribution of warrant by plausibility and importance.”)
3. Determine which arguments are the most plausible. Provide a rationale for your views.

(Note: Refer to Demonstration Exercise 1 located at the end of Chapter 3 for criteria 4-6. Examine Box 3.0 – Conducting a Stakeholder Analysis. Choose one of the following policy issues in the U.S. gun control, illegal drugs, medical insurance fraud, and environmental protection of waterways, job creation, affordable health care, or Medicare.)

1. Apply the procedures for stakeholder analysis presented in Box 3.0 “Conducting a Stakeholder Analysis” to generate a list of at least five to ten (5-10) stakeholders who affect or are affected by problems in the issue area chosen for analysis. (Note: Refer to page 111 of the textbook for a step-by-step process on stakeholder analysis.)
2. After creating a cumulative frequency distribution from the list, discuss new ideas generated by each stakeholder. (Note: The ideas may be objectives, alternatives, outcomes causes, etc.; ideas should not be duplicates.)
3. Write an analysis of the results of the frequency distribution that answers the following questions: (a) Does the line graph flatten out? (b) If so, after how many stakeholders? (c) What conclusions can be drawn about the policy problems in the issue area? (Note: Compare your work with Case Study 3.1 at the end of the chapter.)
4. Include at least two (2) peer-reviewed references (no more than five [5] years old) from material outside the textbook to support your views regarding the proposed U.S. response to the conflict in Bosnia. Note: Appropriate peer-reviewed references include scholarly articles and governmental Websites. Do not use open source Websites such as Wikipedia, Sparknotes.com, Ask.com, and similar Websites are not acceptable resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Examine the nature, characteristics, models, and / or methods pertinent to the structuring of policy problems.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in policy analysis and program evaluation.
• Write clearly and concisely about policy analysis and program evaluation using proper writing mechanics.