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    Death of a family member can be painful and heartbreaking. When a person is put in a situation to pull the plug or keep the person alive, the decision can be troublesome. A decision such as life or death towards a loved one shouldn’t be made by one person only. That’s why doctors play a major role in this situation, doctors can help us determine what we should do. However, Doctors don’t always make rational decisions in a stressful situation, they need extra help as well. The RIP system can be helpful for doctors while making the tough call. In the selection, “Medical Technology and Ethical Issues” by William E. Thompson and Joseph V. Hickey, the authors discuss the sociological and ethical issues related to medical technology. Although, the article lacks certain information, the author’s debate for computerized programs is efficient enough to make a decision on whether the RIP system should be used. In the selection, “Medical Technology and Ethical Issues”, the authors discuss a new computer program called RIP. The RIP system is a worldwide computer program used to help doctors make knowledgeable decisions. The RIP is able to give a percentage of survival and the treatment needed for the patient. The critics are quite terrify by the new computer program. As stated in the article, the critics disagree with the RIP system because it creates an overreliance on computer technology to make decisions. Medical Ethicist, Arthur Caplan, disagree with the RIP system stating the…

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    College Park Baptist Church is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization under the Internal Revenue Code. Our priority is the benefit of the community. Although the neighborhood that surround the church is a low income neighborhood, it needs programs such as: First time home buyers, mentoring , housing, computer, seniors, youth summer feeding, financial consulting, legal assistance (minor), young adult awareness. These programs will enlighten and educate the community and all ages will be able to…

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    and place in American society today. Edward I. Koch served as mayor of the state of New York for eleven years and was involved in public service for a total of twenty years. In his essay titled, “Death and Justice: How Capital Punishment Affirms Life,” Koch was adamant that the death penalty affirmed the highest value for human life by being the highest penalty (Koch 486). Professor of law David Bruck countered this idea in his response essay, “The Death Penalty.” Bruck expressed his…

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    Execution Evaluation

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    Execution evaluations produce a lot of uneasiness and suspicion. Episodic confirmation recommends that both representatives and chiefs see execution examinations as accomplishing an uncommon blend of pervasiveness, pointlessness and certainty (Johnson, 2004, p. 83). Albeit some worry at the considered being formally assessed is justifiable, the disastrous negative undertones encompassing execution examinations are because of a misconception of their motivation and obsolete or unseemly…

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    Jamestown Executions

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    Throughout United States history, there have been numerous executions. One of the first executions was in Jamestown in 1608. George Kendall was a captain during this time in Jamestown. He was executed, because people believed that he was a spy for Spain. His execution was one of the first that can be accounted for in American history. Since this first incident, there have been countless more for two more centuries. The executions could be for even the most simple things, such as stealing an…

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    Slave Executions

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    If being forced to do manual labor and getting whipped everyday was not enough, slaves were just thought of as a white man’s possession; they were a “fundamental property right” (“We the Slaveowners” 6). Therefore, slave masters had control over what happened to the slaves, and they were even “compensated” when salves were executed (Adalberto and Baker). Many slave executions were public, and plantation owners would often make the others watch to prevent rebellion (Adalberto and Baker). The…

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    The media realized this and used it as an opportunity to change reporting tactics and see how public opinion shifted over time. For example, the death penalty used to be discussed due to cost and constitutionality, now the media is focusing on the possibility of innocence, the morality, and the effectiveness. This shift in the way the media covers capital punishment forces Americans to reevaluate their stance and could be why although many Americans still agree with the death penalty, the number…

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    Three of us visited Michiana Behavioral Health Center or MBHC in Plymouth. Locating a facility proved an easy process but receiving an interview took more time. The facility lacks efficiency in returning phone calls. The Clinical Director, Kim and a staff member, Ron obtained their Masters in Social Work or MSW and Licensed Clinical Social Worker or LCSW among more licenses. The clinical director stated that she supervised programs, activities, and education. She informed us about a…

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    Petland Case Study

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    1. Cater to the High End Market – Market Petland hospitality services under a different name to appeal to this market. Provide services like a hotel would, with menu options, turndown service, new bedding daily, grooming/spa, pool access, indoor and outdoor play area and activities. This will target the higher earning pet owners looking to treat their pets when they are not able to travel with them. This option could alienate some customers not wanting to pay as much for these services. 2.…

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    The Execution of Socrates The trial and execution of Socrates has become a symbol of the violation of freedom of expression and thus sullies this treasured concept of freedom in ancient Athens. Socrates has become commonly seen as a martyr for free speech and it seems inconceivable for this execution to be consistent with a democratic regime by modern standards. However, this tragic event is heavily steeped in its context and cannot be read at a glance as completely anti-democratic and stripping…

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