Category: Nursing

Content

60 Percent

Points Available

9

Points Earned

X/9

Additional Comments:

The student wrote a plan for building his or her personal brand. In the plan, the student addressed the following:

 

·         skills needed for his or her future career

·         What strategies to employ to gain the required skills needed for his or her career choice

·         How to project a professional image to potential employers

·         What strategies to employ to search for, find, and get a job

·         How to know if strategies are effective

Organization/Development

20 Percent

Points Available

3

Points Earned

X/3

Additional Comments:

·         The plan is 700 to 1,050 words in length.

·         The introduction provides sufficient background on the topic and previews major points.

·         The conclusion is logical, flows, and reviews the major points.

Mechanics

20 Percent

Points Available

3

Points Earned

X/3

Additional Comments:

·         The plan is consistent with APA guidelines as directed by the facilitator. The plan is laid out with effective use of headings, font styles, and white space.

·         Rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct.

Total Available

Total Earned

15

Quality and Uses of Health Information including confidentiality and compliance

Unit outcomes addressed in this activity: ● Discuss the various ways that health information is used within and without health care facilities. ● Explain performance improvement and identify performance improvement tools Course Outcome HA565-1: Plan reimbursement compliance strategies. Instructions From electronic health records (EHR) to telemedicine, the use of information technology is rapidly expanding. Discuss how individuals, professionals, and organizations use health information. How can health information improve the provision of quality? Finally, after conducting research, discuss the possible future of information technology in healthcare. 1. Title page 2. Introduction ○ Discuss the importance of health information ○ Discuss how individuals, professionals, and organizations use health information ○ Discuss how health information may improve the provision of quality ○ Discuss the possible future of information technology 3. Conclusion 4. References Requirements The Assignment should meet all APA standards, be grammatically correct, appropriate and consistent research citation and documentation, appropriate graphics to display data and the results of analysis, and visual materials to support presentation of the overall document. Each section is to be a minimum of two (2) pages and should include a separate title and reference page. References are to be scholarly peer reviewed resources ONLY, with a minimum of four (4) references.

Home Visit with Sallie Mae Fishe

observe the simulated “Home Visit With Sallie Mae Fisher” video (
http://lc.gcumedia.com/zwebassets/courseMaterialPages/nrs410v_vp01Alt.php)
.

Refer to “Sallie Mae Fisher’s Health History and Discharge Orders” for specifics related to the case study used to inform the assignment.

Using “Home Visit With Sallie Mae Fisher” and “Sallie Mae Fisher’s Health History and Discharge Orders,” complete the following components of this assignment:

Essay Portion

After viewing the home visit, write an essay of 500-750-words in which you do the following:

Identify, prioritize, and describe at least four problems. Provide substantiating evidence (assessment data) for each problem identified. Identify and describe at least four medical and/or nursing interventions. Discuss your rationale for the interventions identified. Prepare this step of the assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

Scripted Dialogue Portion

Utilizing the information learned from the home visit, health histories, and discharge orders, write a scripted dialogue in which you provide Sallie Mae with education that describes her problems and the interventions identified to improve her condition. Consider Sallie Mae’s physiological, psychosocial, educational, and spiritual needs when developing your dialogue.

Your dialogue should resemble a script. The following is an example of a few sentences from a scripted dialogue:

Nurse: “Good morning, Salle Mae, my name is ______ and I will be your nurse today. I understand you are experiencing problems with ________.”

APA format is not required for this part of the assignment, but solid academic writing is expected.

Refer to “Home Visit With Sallie Mae Fisher Grading Criteria.”

Entire Assignment

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.

Sallie Mae Fisher’s Health History and Discharge Orders

Sallie Mae Fisher Health History Ms. Fisher is an 82-year-old female with a history of chronic congestive heart failure (CHF), atrial fibrillation, and hypertension. During the last 6 months, she has been hospitalized four times for exacerbation of her CHF. She was discharged home last Saturday from the hospital after a 3-day stay to treat increased dyspnea, an 8-pound weight gain, and chest pain. Ms. Fisher is recently widowed and lives alone. She has a daughter, Thelma Jean, who lives in town but works full time and has family issues of her own. Therefore, family support is limited. Hospital Discharge Instructions • Mountain Top Home Health to evaluate cardio-pulmonary status, medication management, and home safety. • Medical Equipment Company to deliver oxygen concentrator and instruct patient in use. O2 at 2 liters per nasal prongs PRN. • Prescriptions given at discharge: o Digoxin 0.25 mg once a day o Lasix 80 mg twice a day o Calan 240 mg once a day • Order written to continue other home meds.

Sallie Mae’s Home Medication List • Zocar 50 mg once a day • Minipres 1 mg once a day • Vasotec 10 mg twice a day • Prilosec 20 mg once a day • Furosemide 40 mg once a day • Effexor 37.5 mg at bedtime • Lanoxin 0.125 mg every other day • Multivitamin once a day • Potassium 40 mEq once a day • Ibuprofen 400 mg q 4 hours as needed for pain • Darvocet N 100 mg q 4 hours as needed for pain • Nitroglycerin ointment, apply 1 inch every day

Home Visit WithSallie Mae Fisher Grading Criteria

REQUIREMENTS:

Essay Portion

1) Identified and prioritized at least four problems from the simulated home visit with Salle Mae.

2) Summarized each problem identified with evidence to substantiate findings (assessment data).

3) Identified and discussed at least four medical and/or nursing interventions to meet client needs.

4) Provides rational for interventions identified. Discussion of rationale includes support from outside resources (current evidence-based literature).

Scripted Dialogue Portion

1) Utilizes information learned from the home visit, health history, and discharge orders presented in the simulation to develop a patient dialog.

2) Dialog addresses physiological, psychosocial, educational, and spiritual needs of the client.

Format/Style

1) Essay Portion Prepare this step of the assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. Information is paraphrased and not copied/pasted from other sources, including dictionaries, textbooks, e-books, and electronic links.

2) Scripted Dialogue Portion APA format is not required for this part of the assignment, but solid academic writing is expected.

Health Promotion Among Diverse Populations

Details: Analyze the health status of a specific minority group. Select a minority group that is represented in the United States (examples include: American Indian/Alaskan Native, Asian American, Black or African American, Hispanic or Latino, Native Hawaiian, or Pacific Islander.)

In an essay of 750-1,000 words, compare and contrast the health status of the minority group you have selected to the national average. Consider the cultural, socioeconomic, and sociopolitical barriers to health. How do race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and education influence health for the minority group you have selected? Address the following in your essay:

What is the current health status of this minority group? How is health promotion defined by the group? What health disparities exist for this group? Describe at least one approach using the three levels of health promotion prevention (primary, secondary, and tertiary) that is likely to be the most effective given the unique needs of the minority group you have selected. Provide an explanation of why it might be the most effective choice. Cite a minimum of three references in the paper.

You will find important health information regarding minority groups by exploring the following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) links:

Minority Health: 
http://www.cdc.gov/minorityhealth/index.html
 Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH): 
http://www.cdc.gov/chronicdisease/resources/publications/aag/reach.htm
 Racial and Ethnic Minority Populations: 
http://www.samhsa.gov/specific-populations/racial-ethnic-minority
 Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Rubrics. The health status of the identified minority group is compared and contrasted in detail with the national average. References are appropriate and clearly connected to content. Good subject knowledge is demonstrated. Offers examples that display personal insight and/or reflection. Subject knowledge appears comprehensive.

A detailed discussion of cultural, socioeconomic, and sociopolitical barriers to health is provided, as well as a detailed discussion of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and education in relation to the health of the minority group. References are appropriate and clearly connected to content. Good subject knowledge is demonstrated. Offers examples that display personal insight and analysis. Subject knowledge appears comprehensive.

A detailed identification of current health status, definition of health promotion, and health disparities of the diverse population is provided. References are appropriate and clearly connected to content. Good subject knowledge is demonstrated. Offers examples that display personal insight and/or analysis. Subject knowledge appears comprehensive.

A detailed description of at least one approach is present. All three levels of health promotion prevention (primary, secondary, and tertiary) are described in detail. Approach is grounded in rationale describing in detail why it is the most effective for the needs of the minority group. References are appropriate and clearly connected to content. Good subject knowledge is demonstrated. Offers examples that display personal insight and/or analysis are present. Subject knowledge appears comprehensive.

Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive; contained within the thesis is the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.

There is a sophisticated construction of paragraphs and transitions. Ideas progress and relate to each other. Paragraph and transition construction guide the reader. Paragraph structure is seamless.

Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.

All format elements are correct.

n-text citations and a reference page are complete. The documentation of cited sources is free of error. Analysis exceeds the number of references (3) specified in the assignment

Diabetes: Evidence-Based Practice Project

Evidence-Based Practice Project—Paper on Diabetes. Identify a research or evidence-based article that focuses comprehensively on a specific intervention or new diagnostic tool for the treatment of diabetes in adults or children. In a paper of 750-1,000 words, summarize the main idea of the research findings for a specific patient population. Research must include clinical findings that are current, thorough, and relevant to diabetes and the nursing practice. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin. Rubrics Research or evidence-based article identified that focuses on a specific diabetic intervention or diagnostic tool in a comprehensive manner, allowing all criteria of assignment to be fully addressed. Content is comprehensive. Presents ideas and information beyond that presented through the course, and substantiates their validity through solid, academic research where appropriate. Research is thorough, current, and relevant, and addresses all of the issues stated in assignment criteria. Final paper exhibits the process of creative thinking and development of proposal. Applies framework of knowledge, practice and sound research. Shows careful planning and attention to how disparate elements fit together. Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive; contained within the thesis is the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear. There is a sophisticated construction of paragraphs and transitions. Ideas progress and relate to each other. Paragraph and transition construction guide the reader. Paragraph structure is seamless Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. The writer uses a variety of sentence constructions, figures of speech, and word choice in distinctive and creative ways that are appropriate to purpose, discipline, and scope. In-text citations and a reference page are complete. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

Evidence-Based Practice – Intervention Presentation on Diabetes

Based on the summary of research findings identified from the Evidence-Based Project—Paper on Diabetes that describes a new diagnostic tool or intervention for the treatment of diabetes in adults or children, complete the following components of this assignment:

Develop a PowerPoint presentation (a title slide, 6-12 slides, and a reference slide; no larger than 2 MB) that includes the following:

A brief summary of the research conducted in the Evidence-Based Project – Paper on Diabetes. A descriptive and reflective discussion of how the new tool or intervention may be integrated into practice that is supported by sound research. While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise directed by your instructor. If so directed, refer to the Student Success Center for directions. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin

Evidence-Based Practice Project—Paper on Diabetes

Identify a research or evidence-based article that focuses comprehensively on a specific intervention or new diagnostic tool for the treatment of diabetes in adults or children.

In a paper of 750-1,000 words, summarize the main idea of the research findings for a specific patient population. Research must include clinical findings that are current, thorough, and relevant to diabetes and the nursing practice.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

You are required to submit this Evidence-Based Practice – Intervention Presentation on Diabetes assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.

Family Health Assessment

Select a family to complete a family health assessment. (The family cannot be your own.) Before interviewing the family, develop three open-ended, family-focused questions for each of the following health patterns: 1. Values, Health Perception 2. Nutrition 3. Sleep/Rest 4. Elimination 5. Activity/Exercise 6. Cognitive 7. Sensory-Perception 8. Self-Perception 9. Role Relationship 10. Sexuality 11. Coping NOTE: Your list of questions must be submitted with your assignment as an attachment.

After interviewing the family, compile the data and analyze the responses. In 1,000-1,250 words, summarize the findings for each functional health pattern for the family you have selected. Identify two or more wellness nursing diagnoses based on your family assessment. Wellness and family nursing diagnoses are different than standard nursing diagnoses.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Rubrics. The development of two to three open minded, family-focused questions for each of the 11 Identified Health Patterns that are both thoughtful in content and in how they support each other in eliciting a holistic view of the patient. Identification of two or more wellness and family nursing diagnoses that you identified about your family based on your assessment are supported by accurate details along with thoughtful reflection. Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive; contained within the thesis is the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear. Sophisticated construction of paragraphs and transitions. Ideas progress and relate to each other. Paragraph and transition construction guide the reader. Paragraph structure is seamless. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. All format elements are correct. In-text citations and a reference page are complete. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

Implementation of the IOM Future of Nursing Report

In a formal paper of 1,000-1,250 words you will discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.” Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development. What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action? Explore the Campaign for Action webpage (you may need to research your state’s website independently if it is not active on this site): 
http://campaignforaction.org/states
 Review your state’s progress report by locating your state and clicking on one of the six progress icons for: education, leadership, practice, interpersonal collaboration, diversity, and data. You can also download a full progress report for your state by clicking on the box located at the bottom of the webpage. In a paper of 1,000-1,250 words: 1. Discuss the work of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Committee Initiative on the Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.” 2. Identify the importance of the IOM “Future of Nursing” report related to nursing practice, nursing education and nursing workforce development. 3. What is the role of state-based action coalitions and how do they advance goals of the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action? Summarize two initiatives spearheaded by your state’s action coalition. In what ways do these initiatives advance the nursing profession? What barriers to advancement currently exist in your state? How can nursing advocates in your state overcome these barriers? A minimum of three scholarly references are required for this assignment. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Rubrics.

Provided an original summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. References specific to the IOM report were properly cited Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of subject. Develops and explains an informed position on the committee’s initiative, integrates and justifies the impact on the Future of Nursing Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains the importance of the IOM FON report, integrates and justifies the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce. Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action, integrates and justifies the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action. Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains and identifies the rationale of state-based action coalitions and justifies a rationale for state-based action coalitions. Demonstrates a full and deep knowledge of the subject. Develops and explains the one state-based action coalition and two initiatives, integrates and justifies one state-based action coalition and two initiatives. Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive; contained within the thesis is the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear There is a sophisticated construction of paragraphs and transitions. Ideas progress and relate to each other. Paragraph and transition construction guide the reader. Paragraph structure is seamless. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English All format elements are correct. In-text citations and a reference page are complete. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

Teaching Experience Essay

This is an individual assignment. In 1,500-2,000 words, describe the teaching experience and discuss your observations. The written portion of this assignment should include:

Summary of teaching plan

Epidemiological rationale for topic

Evaluation of teaching experience

Community response to teaching

Areas of strengths and areas of improvement

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Evidence-Based Practice Project – Intervention Presentation on diabetes

Based on the summary of research findings identified from the Evidence-Based Project—Paper on Diabetes that describes a new diagnostic tool or intervention for the treatment of diabetes in adults or children, complete the following components of this assignment:

Develop a PowerPoint presentation (a title slide, 6-12 slides, and a reference slide; no larger than 2 MB) that includes the following:

A brief summary of the research conducted in the Evidence-Based Project – Paper on Diabetes. A descriptive and reflective discussion of how the new tool or intervention may be integrated into practice that is supported by sound research. While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin, unless otherwise

Evidence-Based Practice Project—Paper on Diabetes

Identify a research or evidence-based article that focuses comprehensively on a specific intervention or new diagnostic tool for the treatment of diabetes in adults or children.

In a paper of 750-1,000 words, summarize the main idea of the research findings for a specific patient population. Research must include clinical findings that are current, thorough, and relevant to diabetes and the nursing practice.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.