medical malpractice

Wow, medical malpractice is no small practice. I couldn't believe the statistics i saw on medical malpractice within the state of Utah. There are a lot of people however that can be a little paranoid when it comes to one little small mistake. We do want the best treatment and with all the money we are draining into the medical practice we do deserve the best. However we do need to realize that sometime mistake are made.

active vs. passive

Alright, so I tend to have a big problem with writing in the passive tense. Most of everything that happens in life is in the past. So here are some key things to keep us all from using the passive voice.

ACTIVE: Tim killed the chicken hawk.

PASSIVE: The chicken hawk was killed by Tim.

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Here is the link to the State court system that allows the complainant to file a medical malpractice case. To establish medical malpractice, [name of plaintiff] has the burden of proving three things: (1) first, what the standard of care is; (2) second, that the [provider/doctor] failed to follow this standard of care; and, (3) third, that this failure to follow the standard of care was a cause of [name of plaintiff]’s harm.

spelling bee anyone?

I really was a great speller back in the day. Now i'm just horrible with words. I'm always having to look up words in the dictionary it drives me nuts. Here are some great rules I learned.
example: Add -es to the singular form when it ends in s, ss, ch, sh, x, z, or zz:
bus, buses, kiss, kisses, church, churches, bush, bushes, ax, axes, waltz, waltzes, fizz, fizzes.

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this is by far my biggest post ever

Proposition on “Stem Cell Research”
Brandon Ray
English 1010

Stem cell research has the potential to dramatically change the treatment of human disease. Many stem cell therapies are already underway in today’s world. One treatment already used in some countries today is bone marrow transplants. This particular therapy allows the recipient to receive blood from the bone marrow of another recipient only to aid in the healing of his or her internal organs such as the heart, liver and muscle. Bone marrow transplants also treat patients diagnosed with leukemia. The future of stem cell research shows an advantage to helping numerous diseases such as cancer, Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injuries, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, multiple sclerosis and muscle damage. People that suffer physically, mentally and socially don’t have to anymore, thanks to the research done within the field of stem cell research. Medical research has come a long way in terms of scientific success.

Just imagine your doctor telling you in a soft voice with a sadden face that it’s physically and mentally impossible to treat you. Some 100 years ago that may have been the case but now with technology advancing before us every day, shooting for the sky has only become a reality. Stem cell research has benefited thanks to the research done in the areas of regenerative medicine and therapeutic cloning. The potential for scientist to learn about human growth and cell development from studying stem cells is endless. Through various scientific procedures most diseases that occur within animals have been counteracted or abolished due to the research done with stem cells. The world of medicine can and will better our lives by helping us maintain a healthy life for the generations to come.

Imagine a world where transplants could be done without the sacrifice of another person losing his or her organ. This world exists only within the boundaries of stem cell research. Prosthetic body parts are things of the past. Limbs and organs could be grown from scratch in a lab then used in transplants or to cure illnesses. Another advantage is the ability to test millions of potential drugs and medicine, without the use of animals or human testers. This requires a process of simulating the effect the drug has on a specific population of cells. This would tell if the drug is useful or problematic. With advances in stem cell research we will be able to help people who are less fortunate.

Our minds can be put at rest when one realizes the many advantages included in stem cell research. Advantages to Embryonic cells are: Flexible—appear to have the potential to make any cell. Immortal—one ES cell line can potentially provide an endless supply of cells with defined characteristics and availability—embryos form in vitro fertilization clinics. Advantages to Adult stem cells are: Special adult-type stem cells from bone marrow and from umbilical cord have been isolated recently which appear to be as flexible as the embryonic type. Relative ease of procurement—some adult stem cells are easy to harvest (skin,muscle, marrow, fat), while others may be more difficult to obtain (brain stem cells). Umbilical and placental stem cells are likely to be readily available. Non-tumorigenic—tend not to form tumors. No harm done to the donor. These advantages help us determine the need of an operation. People that are in need medically can receive the help need to live a more comfortable life.

capitalization are you kidding me?

Can it be that hard to know when and when not to throw in a capital letter? Oh, on the contrary. Who knew that the single-letter words, I and O are always capitalized? Well I didn't know. Here are a couple examples. Here are some more examples.

complications?

Wow, this book is intense. I don't know if I want any surgery preformed on me in this life time. I love the connection that the writer has with the reader. He is honest and very brave in giving the details to a real life story of a surgeon. Some parts just made me want to cringe and forget really what they do in some surgeries. I usually am visiting the operation room with frequency, and knowing what i know now all i want to do is just laugh and sigh away the tears that were shed in the hospital. I did however notice all the things we have been learning were intertwined in this book. By this i mean that the grammar, and different styles of writing were apparent in this book.

A vs AN

In a cage match who would win, A or An? Are you stumped? As was I until I looked deeper within the characteristics of A and An. Click here to test yourself.

Adjectives

In class we have been learning so much. Sometimes it just blows our brains. I love spicing words up but is it too much? Well considering I never used incredible phrases before I don't think so. Adjectives can help out word usage so much. Click here to learn more.

painting

Now imagine yourself pacing through a a small fluorescent lite room filled with colorful paintings. You are trying to find the painting that screams your name. While pacing you find yourself enthralled in the adventure. Wait there it is. A painting done by Fiona Phillips. The painting is ravishing. The creator calls it "Falling Treasures". The painting is outstanding. I see three dolls. One of them crying. Random clothes are falling from the endless sky. Dolls and clothes seem to endlessly fall from the sky at a warm yellow sand beach.

This painting seems to connect a body with ones soul. You look at it only to be sorely amazed with captivation. The water surrounding the beach is choppy showing its brute strength. The dolls seem to have a connection with the clothes. One may think the artist has produced another Mona Lisa.

volkswagen jetta tdi

What is a Volkswagen jetta tdi? Why a Volkswagen? O boy o boy, a Volkswagen jetta tdi is a 2.0L 140hp, 236 lbs-ft. torque, in-line 4 cylinder turbocharged clean diesel engine with common rail direct injection. If you don't know what that means good luck, ha ha. Really this car is a German made car that was awarded the 2009 Green Car Award for being the most environmental friendly car out there in the market today. In 1936 Hitler introduces Ferdinand Porsche's "Volkswagen."

Whom is the real Who?

Have you ever been confused or distraught in rightfully using whom or who? Then you are alone. haha No, really it's not that hard just click here to learn more. Once you understand why and when with using these two words, life will become so much easier.

cool runnings

"Cool Runnings" need i say more? This film is the best out there. Who hasn't laughed hysterically at the jokes that Sanka makes? This film deserves not only one but many Oscars.

Who doesn't enjoy the part at the end where they failed but didn't stop, rather they lifted their heads and finished what they started. That part made me cry.

The best part is where in the conference room they are discussing the possibilities of going to the Olympics. And someone states that bobsledding is a simple thing. Someone in the audience then states, "yea and so is a toilet." Seriously the list goes on for why this film is the best.

Sanka, "who wants to kiss my luck egg?" If you think this film doesn't deserve at least five Oscars your crazy.

periods

Have you ever read an article and just ran out of breath with out reaching the end of the sentence? haha

Placing the period in the right spot at the right time is so crucial. It can make your article or break it. Click here to lean more.

ethnograpghic WHAT?

Struggling doesn't exist in my vocabulary, NOT. What I struggle with is piecing my information together to make a paper as a whole and not just an information paper that no one wants to read.

running away from run on sentences

After having learned many languages in my years as a young teenage boy; I find myself writing sentences that just don't make sense. I can't believe how easy it is to create a run on sentence. Having to narrow down my own word into a single paragraph or sentences can be difficult at often times. By clicking here you can better understand the rightful use of not making the mistakes I'm prone and known to make.

Ethnographic Essay

Fabulous Freddys

Why do you work here?

What are the benifits?

Do you really have to say, "Have a Fabulous Day?" Why?

Do you clean dirty cars?

Is the work hard? Why?

What the semicolon?

How I don't understand the use of semicolons. This sentence makes perfect sense, "They couldn't make it to the summit and back before dark; they decided to camp for the night." By putting in a semicolon you take away the risk of using old, crappy filler words. Click here to learn more.

Uses of the Period

The word period can be scary sometimes. A writer may cringe at the sound alone. Having to place periods in our essay's can be a struggle. A lot of times we just like to talk so much that we forget we haven't taken a breath for three whole minutes. After rereading my essay about a million times, I finally got sick of not breathing. Placing the period in the right place can be hard, but with a little help this link can help you.

Revisions are Amazing

To say the least, my short story was shredded to pieces right in front of me. Okay, maybe not, but it sounded good. Well, peer reading was fantastic, and I received some fabulous information on how I could better my writing skills. I was given counseling if you will that I shouldn't start two sentences with the same word. Wow, that's so true. So I have taken the liberty of fixing all of my stories, here is one example.

R. Kelly "I believe i can fly"
The time had finally come, the anticipation was numbing my senses. As I crept to the weathered wood that represented the line. I inhaled a deep breath, and with all the power that my scrawny legs could provide I leaped into the air. As I soared through the air I felt a slight chance that my name would be on that lady's clip board for having won the contest. While i was soaring above the ground, I found myself encompassed in spirit. As I landed on the feathered sand, I felt a sense of accomplishment run through my veins. As I rested in the warm sand, I quickly looked up to see the judge. The expression on the the judges face was word alone. She looked at me in a saddened face. She silently said to me, "Brandon your effort was well noted, but I'm sorry, you will not pass on to the finals."

Here are the perfections I made/revisions

R. Kelly "I believe i can fly"
The time had finally come, the anticipation was numbing my senses. As I crept to the weathered wood that represented the line. I inhaled a deep breath, and with all the power that my scrawny legs could provide I leaped into the air. Soaring through the air I felt a slight chance that my name would be on that lady's clip board for having won the contest. While soaring above the ground, I found myself encompassed in spirit. When I landed on the feathered sand, I felt a sense of accomplishment run through my veins. As I lay rested in the warm sand, I quickly looked up to see the judge. The expression on the the judges face was word alone. She looked at me in a saddened face. She silently said to me, "Brandon your effort was well noted, but I'm sorry, you will not pass on to the finals."

What a Story

R. Kelly
I believe i can fly

The time had finally come, the anticipation was numbing my senses. As I crept to the weathered wood that represented the line. I inhaled a deep breath, and with all the power that my scrawny legs could provide I leaped into the air. As I soared through the air I felt a slight chance that my name would be on that lady's clip board for having won the contest. While i was soaring above the ground, I found myself encompassed in spirit. As I landed on the feathered sand, I felt a sense of accomplishment run through my veins. As I rested in the warm sand, I quickly looked up to see the judge. The expression on the the judges face was word alone. She looked at me in a saddened face. She silently said to me, "Brandon your effort was well noted, but I'm sorry, you will not pass on to the finals."

Queen
Bicycle

As I arose from my sleep I quickly ran upstairs as fast as a cheetah might have. For I had finally made it, it was Friday the 13th the day of my birthday. Over the week I was tortured with anticipation. The thought of me upon a brand new bicycle was killing me. My Grandma had made me a promise saying, "Brandon, if you are a good boy to your mom and dad I'll get you a bike." That alone was enough to make a young boy leap up with joy, before running upstairs I didn't take the liberty in getting dressed, for what was waiting for me was too much to handle or take in. As i arrived to my final destination , my eyes must have seemed to glitter for excitement. There it was gleaming from the fluorescent lamp next to it. It still had the smell of new rubber tires. The yellow paint seemed yell out to me, it's color was so vibrant. The whole entire day was feeled with gleam as I rode my new yellow bike up and down the black paved street.

commas

I find myself often times throwing in commas just for fun. I never know when to use them properly, and rarely place them in the right place. Something I learned is that using commas in the wrong places can break a sentence into illogical segments or confuse readers with unnecessary and unexpected pauses. to learn more click here

Apostrophes

Apostrophes are really not that simple to me. Using the apostrophe at the right time to show possession can be difficult. For example, to show plural possession, you have to make the noun plural first. Then immediately use the apostrophe, such as two actresses' hats not two actress's hats. Norrowing out plural and singular can help most anyone with knowing when to place an apostrophe or not. click here to read more.

Dooms Day

You would think that an guardian angel would be over a boy at the age of 13, at all times. Well this particular day was one of those exceptions. As school let out there was a roar amongst my friends as to, who would be the first to knock down the dirt cliff with rocks. Well lets just say at this age your aren't the sharpest tool in the shed. As the boys and I were throwing rocks at this cliff that was just in front of us, I thought to myself, "if i can just stand off to the side, then when the cliff were to break, I would be able to get out of harms way."

Well, the part off the cliff that was about to burst and fall upon us was actually a whole lot bigger than I had realized. As I bent down to choose a light weight rock, I suddenly found myself encompassed in dirt up to my neck. As I squirmed to wiggle myself free, I found it too overpowering, I was stuck. As help arrived I was quickly rushed to the ER room in the hospital. Finding myself alone with the doctor, he kindly said to me, "Brandon, it looks like your femur has been broken in seven places." What would a thirteen year old say to that? Cool? Huh? After the surgery and six months of excruciating pain, the pain had vanished. My small decision to throw rocks at a cliff, would have to rate right up there with things not to do.