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Postoperative nausea and vomiting prevention: a literature review

In the postanesthesia care unit, TDS was associated with a significantly reduced risk for postoperative nausea compared with placebo (relative risk [RR] = 0.77; 95% CI, 0.61-0.98; P = 0.03).

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Raphael's School of Athens: Islamic and secular knowledge in Renaissance art

Alkholy, Inas. "The Presence of Secular Books in Raphael's Fresco the School of Athens." Comparative Islamic Studies, 2.1 (2006) 51-65.

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Arguments against trying juveniles as adults in criminal courts

Though the age limit may be a little lower or higher in some parts, juveniles are generally considered to be children within 18 years who have committed a criminal act.

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Starbucks' financial recovery and operational restructuring strategy

Starbucks is engaged primarily in the retail coffee shop industry. The company, based in Seattle, operates in dozens of countries around the world, but its primary market is the United States.

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Gillette ProFusion razors marketing strategy and customer segmentation

The process of globalization has determined a series of changes in the business environment that companies address. The competition increases, determining companies to develop innovative ways in which they can gain competitive advantage.

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The historical and social controversy surrounding marijuana legalization

There is presently much controversy regarding legalization of marijuana, as the number of supporters for the cause appears to grow concomitantly with the number of people opposing it.

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Consumer attitudes and concerns about e-book technology adoption

The marketing of e-books could be retooled to successfully meet the demands of consumers as well as allay their fears about the technology itself. As evidenced by the survey, one of the biggest grievances that consumers had with e-book technology was that they felt it was not reliable.

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Formulaic language in country and pop music lyrics

The Use of Formulaic Language in Today's Musical Genres: A Comparison of Country and Pop Lyrics Music is a ubiquitous and universal feature in human culture.

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Plato's allegory of the cave and human enlightenment

What is the point of the myth?

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University of Hawaii at Hilo pharmacy education and cultural experience

Have you considered the ramifications of relocating and/or living in Hilo, HI for the duration of your pharmacy academic career? If so, does the possibility of living in Hawaii appeal to you? If so, why? Do you have any concerns? If so, what are they?

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