My Proud accomplishments and why I want to attend Westinghouse I’m most proud of the progresses that I have made so far in every aspect of my life. My life as a student has introduced me to various challenging environments which have given me an opportunity to grow in my field as and expertise. I have had many chances to interact with colleagues and managers in various niches who have acquainted me with the necessary knowledge in their respective contexts. Hence, I am proud to face the challenges ahead of my career regardless of them being knew to me or recurring. I am proud that I have had chance to stand with the successful entrepreneurs across the county all having differing opinions on the basis of success. I once learned that success is relative especially when it comes to entrepreneurship which is one of the professions requiring one’s much attention and depends on the skills and patients that one has for it to succeed. I believe that Westinghouse is the right place for me to build my career based on…

HYDRAULIC FRACTURING Introduction Considering hydraulic fracturing, a well which is vertical which is almost seven thousand feet is drilled before it’s course is shifted horizontal and directed to gas and oil deposits layer (Lawrence, A. T., & Weber, J., 2017). The operators than utilize pumps to introduce a large number of chemicals, and sand using high pressure to aid in breaking shale then release hydrocarbons that are withdrawn using the drill hope. Through rotation of horizontal turns, one well is used to reach a vast area underground. The expansion of hydraulic fracturing in America over recent periods is astonishing; in 2014 over one million wells for gas and oil were functioning in thirty-six states. The hydraulic fracturing has several merits, and America has evolved into a top natural gas producer in the globe, superseding Russia in gas and Saudi Arabia in oil. Hydraulic fracturing has generated employment, royalties to landowners and tax revenue. Natural gas is considered to be environmental friendly more than oil and coal and provides a substantial bridge to tomorrow’s economy depending on renewable energy. However, this…

NEEDLE EXCHANGE PROGRAM POLICY Introduction The needle exchange program is a policy that offers accessibility of sterile syringes, injection apparatus and needles for drug addicts who uses the intravenous methods for consuming drugs. The policy advocates for a strategy for accessing this equipment at minimum cost. This program was started in  1980’s in the United Kingdom as strategy to reduce the prevalence of acquired immune deficiency syndrome and hepatitis B. Eventually the project was extended to united states since there emergence of need for limiting the spread of HIV among drug users who use injections (Wright, N. M., Tompkins, C. N., & Farragher, T. M., 2015). In the United States, the prevention unit was developed and is operational illegally as a street-based initiative to curb the spread of the HIV. Thesis statement Recent studies conducted by world health organization have shown that NEP has been successful in reducing the rate of HIV and other diseases which can be transmitted through blood when people share injection needles. The program also supports the various campaign which assists drug users to quit the…

The 99mTC bone scanning Introduction The 99mTC bone scanning possesses a high level of sensitivity but also has low specificity associated with numerous bony pathologies that include avascular necrosis, stress fractures, tumors of the bone and bone contusion. This type of scanning is most useful in the occult pathology (Agrawal, K.et al, 2015). The uptake relating to 99mTC radiotracer happens in three stages which include perfusion stage that occurs immediately, blood pooling stage usually takes around fifteen minutes and bone uptake stage which is usually delayed and takes at least two hours. Advantages The Compound 99mTC MDC clears fast from the blood usually forty percent within one hour from the administration. The radionuclide associated with the scan is easily available, affordable, stable and it can be detected by the cameras (Chopra, A., & Robinson, P., 2016). After injection of the bone to be scanned, the imaging of the whole body is possible without an increment in radiation dose. Lesion localization assists in focusing attention on the radiographic alterations. The major advantages associated with this kind of scan include high sensitivity…

  DEVELOPMENT TOTAL   DEVELOPMENT 30 Marks LEVEL 1 0-5 LEVEL 2 6/10 LEVEL 3 7/10 LEVEL 4 8-10/10     FOCUS AND ACCURACY                           10 Marks ·         Soliloquy has all required aspects ·         Unity is maintained  through coherent development ·         All required parts are labeled ·         Topic and opinion are very obscured or absent ·         Material always lacks relevance to topic ·         Information is vague, inappropriate or absent ·         Topic and opinion are often obscured ·         Material often lacks relevance to topic ·         Information is general ·         Topic and opinion are fairly relevant most of the time ·         Material fairly relevant to topic ·         Information lacks some exactness ·         Topic and opinion are always fully evident ·         Material is highly relevant to overall topic ·         Information is exact ·         All aspects included and are effective   MEDIA CONNECTIONS 10 Marks ·         Exploration of image is complete, detailed, and meaningful   ·         Incomplete ·         Major omissions of valuable material ·         Partially complete ·         Several major omissions of valuable material ·         Almost complete ·         Connections are explained well ·         Connections add…

COMPARISON OF ODYSSEUS AND AENEAS Introduction Odysseus is a heron of the Odyssey and Aeneas is the Aeneid both in opposite armies during the Trojan War. Odysseus a king of Ithaca and was considered the smartest warrior and also king in Greece. On the other hand Aeneas was a fighter who was from Troy whose fate was in the Roman race situated in Italy. Considering the fact that the two individuals were considered heroes in their respective community, they have similar experiences in relationship to their struggles in life, virtues and backgrounds. Despite their similarities there is also presence of differences considering innate disposition, nature of their quest and societal status. Both of the individual are considered to have possessed exemplary courage, leadership skills and perseverance. Odysseus expressed courage in several of his actions when saving his men and Aeneas on the other hand exhibited courage when he encountered Turnus who was the leader of Rutuli. Odyssey was able to demonstrate perseverance in his effort to reach home in Ithaca while Aenaeas exhibited his virtue through not giving up looking…

What things to consider to buy the best battery for motorcycle The only reason you are reading this article is because of the love you have for bikes. Taking a trip on a motorcycle is one of the things you love doing.  The two-wheeled companion needs to be taken care of to avoid frustrations. Having the best battery for your bike is one of the essential ways of taking care of your bike. The battery is a crucial accessory; it will not only smoothen your ride but also contribute to tuning up your motorcycle. You will need to put a little more effort when finding the right battery that will meet the needs of your bike. Going for the cheap batteries in the market is not a wise thing. Cheap is synonymous with poor quality and inferior functionality. Spending a little more on the battery is something you should instead consider as a valuable investment. Below is a guide that will help you have a more understanding of the factors to consider and the best types of motorcycle batteries. Choosing…

brand competitiveness in the Arabian market 3. Abstract Factors that affect brand competitiveness in the Arabian market are features of the product, number of sellers, entry barriers, availability of information, and location of the brands.  All five factors depend on the way the brand treats its consumers. Thus, the study has evaluated the importance of organizational behavior to discuss the factors affecting market competitiveness among Arabian brands. The entire study has depicted the purposes of Arabic brand competitiveness. The importance of both qualitative and quantitative methods has been used to analyze the facts that affect the brand competitiveness in UAE. A direct interview session has been arranged to justify the qualitative research approach. On the other hand, an online survey among the consumers and business entities has been conducted to predict the expected result and possible outcome of the factors which affect competitiveness. Significant findings of the analytical study have been demonstrated, stating the issue of the impact of the factors affecting competitiveness. 4. The purpose of the entire discussion  is to find out the importance of product, the number…

Cultural Sensitivity and Cultural Competence Owing to the rising instances of diversity, there have been developments on the need for cultural sensitivity and cultural competency among the nurses and the healthcare practitioners in general. Cultural sensitivity in healthcare revolves around the deliberate attempt by the nurse to improve their ability to provide patient-centric care through reflecting on how the patients’ values, cultures, and beliefs influence the health outcomes (Yilmaz et al., 2017). Cultural sensitivity is measured in the nurse’s ability to understand, listen, respect the needs, values, ethnocultural beliefs, and opinions of the patient based on the cultural dictates in a bid to meet desired healthcare outcomes. Therefore, in cultural sensitivity, the nurse integrates the cultural elements that the patient holds close to the care plan in a bid to meet the specific health goals of the patient (Yilmaz et al., 2017). A classic example would be taking into account the religious beliefs and the role it plays on the well-being of the patient. The nurse is expected to formulate a care plan that would seamlessly integrate the aspects of…

What is a compound miter saw? A miter saw is an indispensable part of any workshop. This tool is specially designed for chopping down window casings, crown moulding, picture frames, and door frames. There are various woodworking projects which a miter saw helps you to get through quickly. However, it is equally important to finding the right piece of compound miter saw which justify its price. With the wide range of miter saws available in the market, each saw comes with the saw blade and pivot axis, allowing cutting different angles. However, there are specific features which one must mainly look for, to comply with particular needs. So, let us explore what a compound miter saw is and what are the specific features which make it an ideal piece worth considering. What is a compound miter saw? A tool which helps you to cut from a variety of angles is termed as a miter saw. A compound miter saw has blades which facilitate pivot right and left angled cuts. It also let the tilt for bevelled cuts to cut in…