Describe the Nomination and Confirmation Process for a Justice on the Supreme

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Essay

Describe the nomination and confirmation process for a justice on the Supreme Court. Why do these nominations tend to draw more media attention than other federal judicial appointments?

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Definitions:

Semi-Fowler's Position

A medical position where the patient is partially seated, with the head of the bed raised to an angle between 15 and 45 degrees, often used to promote lung expansion.

Intracranial Pressure

The pressure within the skull, affecting the brain tissue and cerebrospinal fluid.

Mechanical Ventilation

A life-support technique that uses a machine to help patients breathe when they are unable to do so sufficiently on their own.

Endotracheal Tube

A flexible tube inserted through the mouth or nose into the trachea to maintain an open airway and facilitate ventilation.