Forensic assessment has been largely shaped by statutes, legal standards, and the outcomes of historical landmark cases. When working in an environment where there is no room for error, it is imperative to understand the relevant court decisions that inform the rationale behind various assessment procedures. Unless one knows the […]

For each of the mutations below, which mutation is more likely to disrupt the structure of a protein (that is, make a mutant protein that is less stable than the nonmutant protein)? In each case, explain your reasoning. A. A mutation which changes a Lys (nonmutant protein, called the “wild […]

1) How does the decrease in vital capacity potentially influence an individual’s athletic performance or aerobic condition as aging occurs? 2) What is the functional nature of a “portal system” and how does it differ from normal venous return flow? 3) Why might a clot in the lungs (a pulmonary […]

Assignment: Professional Standards and Institutional Ethics In each case, answer the questions at the end of the case and give researched references to support your assertions; also, explain what would be the ethical course of action and the legal requirements for action in the case. Case One Mrs. Lewis was […]