different approaches to obtaining a certificate of physical fitness There are two very different approaches to obtaining a certificate of physical fitness, each with its own merits and disadvantages. While the first approach may provide the best return on investment, it is not exempt from its possible disadvantages, which we will examine here. – The perspective of the cardiologist. It is an expensive option, particularly in rural areas where medical equipment and experience are minimal, and where poor cardiologists are abundant. In this position of weakness, most cards are purchased by those with little or no experience in the operation of a cardiovascular machine. – The electrocardiogram perspective. Although it is becoming increasingly popular, it can only be performed by those who have had experience using a coronary heart disease monitor. When experienced doctors are employed to train students, it can create a fairly large problem because their training will help them fully understand the operation of the device and solve the steps they should follow before beginning the EKG technique. The main difference between these two perspectives is that…

Why should young people get involved in politics? Introduction The young people in the society should be involved in politics; these people have got the required qualities of and skills of being a good leader. They are capable of growing to be successful political leaders. They are also rich in knowledge of politics and can elect the best leaders in the society. To achieve this, several reasons have been discussed below to show why young people should be involved in politics. Young people are creative and innovative. Young populations are involved in activities such as innovation and creativity. This is evident that if they get into power they will change the state by encouraging more innovative ideas from the citizens. In the other hand they can advise the current leaders to focus on innovation. Coming up with innovative ideas to solve the main challenges facing the USA community. E.g. use of green architecture, solar power driven cars. The young populations have got passion in politics Some people have interest on politics since they were young .The want to associate with…

Polytetrafluoroethylene   PTFE is thermosetting polymer very limited application in medicine, but its characteristic properties, which combine high strength and chemical resistance, are useful for some orthopedic and dental devices. It also has high modulus and tensile properties with negligible elongation. The polymer chains in this material are highly cross-linked and therefore have severely macromolecular mobility; this limits extension of the polymer chains under an applied load. Biomaterials are used in many blood-contacting devices. These include artificial heart valves, synthetic vascular grafts, ventricular assist devices, drug releases, and a wide range of invasive treatment and diagnostic systems. An important issue in the design and selection of materials is the hemodynamic conditions in the vicinity of the device. For instance, mechanical heart valve implants are intended for long-term use. Consequently, the hinge points of each valve leaflet and the materials must have excellent wear and fatigue resistance in order to open and close 80 times per minute for many years after implantation. In addition, the open valve must minimize disturbances to blood flow as blood passes from the left ventricle of the heart, through…

RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INFORMATION DEMAND AND MACROECONOMIC VARIABLES Introduction Macroeconomics is a branch of economics that deals with the behavior, performance structure and decision making process of an economy. This is a field that involves a lot of uncertainties. This fact necessitates the demand for information. In addition the reaction after receiving information is key in dealing with uncertainties in the field. This reaction, to an extent is affected by the level of uncertainties. The paper, Demand for information, Macroeconomic uncertainties and the response of the U.S Treasury security to news, gives an overview of the issues found in this field, Benamar et al, (2018). It explains the demand for information prior to nonfarm payroll announcements. Nonfarm payrolls refer to a compiled name for goods, construction and manufacturing companies in the United States. The department of labor releases an economic indicator every month as a comprehensive report on the state of the labor market. The reaction to information is very important in the macroeconomic field to mitigate the risks that are posed by large uncertainties. Body The paper begins by providing…

 juvenile delinquency intervention program In a 1-2 page paper, please address the following: What if you were in charge of a juvenile delinquency intervention program, but only had limited funds? What would be the focus of your program? What steps would you take to ensure that it will be successful? Your paper must include: A minimum of one full page of writing. Sufficient details have been provided. All questions have been answered. Current APA formatting guidelines, which include: double-spaced, 12 pt. Times New Roman font. A paper that has been proofread for grammar, spelling, mechanics, and style. In a 1-2 page paper, please address the following: What if you were in charge of a juvenile delinquency intervention program, but only had limited funds? What would be the focus of your program? What steps would you take to ensure that it will be successful? Your paper must include: A minimum of one full page of writing. Sufficient details have been provided. All questions have been answered. Current APA formatting guidelines, which include: double-spaced, 12 pt. Times New Roman font. A paper…

impact of illegalization of marijuana             Debates have always ensued on different occasions regarding the position of the government in controlling the lifestyles of its subjects. Drug and substance use has been among the several issues drawing the attention of the federal governments. The debate and policies regarding the use of drugs have however been affected by the impact of personal opinions and choices at the expense of the conclusions drawn from different researches. For example, the legalization, or illegalization of Marijuana has always taken the path of personal opinions with every individual holding a position according to the needs and circumstances of the particular moment. For example, a common argument by marijuana users will be that marijuana should be legalized, but supporting evidence has not been being provided. However, the truth of the matter is that legalizing marijuana goes a long way to give many advantages than disadvantages as would be the case if the substance remained illegal. Most adverse effects caused by marijuana use can be attributed to the impact of illegalization. Once a substance is rendered illegal,…

Physician-Assisted Suicides Physicians often find themselves at a crossroads to either follow specific laws of the state or adhere to the professional code of conduct. In the matter of Physician-Assisted suicide, a lot of debate has ensued. Some argue that it is necessary while other terms it unethical to the profession. Physician-Assisted Suicide, according to the American Medical Association (AMA), is a situation whereby the physician helps and facilitates the death of a patient by giving means and information, enabling the patient to commit suicide (Llamas, 2018). The study tries to look into the ethicality of PAS and whether it is right or wrong. The issue culminated from the ruling of the US Supreme Court in 1997, which termed the state laws criminalizing PAS unconstitutional (Lagay, 2003). However, the verdict through misinterpretation has continued to elicit debate on the matter. Many states in the US have legalized PAS with Oregon being the first one to do so while Michigan, Washington, California, and Maine the following suit in allowing the act. Others have stood firm in criminalizing the act of helping…

Performance Management and Strategy One of the contributing factors to improved performance in an organization is the ability of the HR team to align employees’ goals to the mission and vision of the company (Armstrong, & Baron, 2000). As a HR manager, I would ensure that employees understand the mission and vision of the company. To ensure employees’ goals are moving towards the same directions as the organizational goals, employees must understand the course of the organization. I would practise clear communication on the directions that the employees need to follow to achieve organizational goals. Carrying regular check-in, job analysis and follow-up to ensure that employee stays focused on organizational vision and mission. I would assure that employees’ job descriptions are aligned to the organizational goals. Job analysis and suitable job descriptions play a vital role in aligning employees’ goals with the company’s mission and vision. Job analysis ensures that employees maintain the set course making sure the duties, responsibilities and outcomes of each employee are working toward the overall organizational goal. Each employee in the organization must understand the…

Benefits of Sending Business Thank You Cards   The boom of any business primarily lies in having repeat customers. Having a positive customer experience is one of the two pillars of creating a pool of repeat customers. The other one is providing high quality products and services – just in case you are curious. Back to the first pillar: Business Thank You Cards can go a long way in helping you provide a positive customer experience to your clients. Here are the business benefits of sending Business Thank You cards to your clients.   Helps build personal connections   Lots of successful CEOs credit a considerable chunk of their company’s prosperity to their ability to make personal connections with their clients. Breaking the ice between you and your clients can be quite a challenge as you have to find the perfect moment. The ideal moment is after you have completed the business deal, and all it takes to break the ice is a simple Business Thank You Card.   Keep in mind that the thank-you card you send to your…

Organizational management Crowdsourcing strategy is a management skill that stipulates to have good ideas; one needs to have many purposes. Crowdsourcing mainly involves using an open call through the internet to transfer tasks to a large crowd. According to Nutt (2004), the strategy is useful because it arouses the interests of self-motivated individuals who come up with new ideas. The management skill has been put to practice by a Threadless company that deals with product design. The company has experienced tremendous growth in taking the product design process to the next level. Threadless uses crowdsourcing notion in its execution. Equivalent, the company makes free adverts to anyone interested in joining the company to send t-shirt designs via the internet. The t-shirt designs are publicized for voting while some are selected to be sold. The owner of the t-shirt that wins the award receives a token. The design process is cost-effective, thus enhance the selling of t-shirts; also, it provides a change in the models of product design hence represent the influence of crowdsourcing. The ability to effectively solve problems is…