Category: Nursing

Opinion Leader Perspectives

Consider some of the situations that motivated you to return to graduate school. Describe one in which you were (or wished you could have been) an opinion leader. What are the characteristics of opinion leaders? In what ways do you see yourself being an opinion leader?

Discussion post is at least 200 words.

Answers all questions with opinions/ideas creatively and clearly. Supports post using several outside, peer-reviewed sources.

3 References, try to find resources that are 5 years or less

No errors with APA format 6thEdition

Reflect on a patient who presented with a vaginal discharge during your Practicum Experience. Describe key signs and symptoms that were consistent with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) versus a non-STI related infection. If you diagnosed the patient with an STI, describe your experience in telling the patient that she had an STI, as well as the patient’s reaction to the diagnosis. Explain how the diagnosis might impact the patient’s life short-term and long-term. Include an explanation of the patient’s medical history, drug therapy and treatments, and follow-up care. If you did not have an opportunity to evaluate a patient with this background during the last four weeks, you may select a related case study from a reputable source or reflect on previous clinical experiences.

TRICARE Referral/Authorization Form

Create a TRICARE Referral/Authorization Form.  Complete the form for a fictitious patient in your medical clinic.

The Contribution of Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) to The Nursing Profession

The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) is one of the professions in the nursing fraternity that requires increased professional awareness. Considerably, the training of an APN means that one has to have some degree of professional alignment regarding the nursing professions. The theoretical perspectives presented in this program are ideal for anyone who wants to possess the relevant knowledge that will make him or her work effectively.

 

First, the program provides the learners with the chance to look at some of the theories that related to their areas of study. Essentially, theories are vital as they made me develop my working philosophy. In most cases, APN’s ought to have a particular attitude towards certain patient issues. As such, this makes APN’s to develop a positive behavior towards patient cases. When an APN does not have any professional philosophy, it is likely that his or her professional conduct may be inconsistent (Kleinpell, 2013). However, when one goes through this program, he or she will have a philosophy which will guide their practice when handling the needs of patients.

Apart from making one to develop a professional philosophy, the program provides an opportunity to experience practical professional situations. The lessons in this program allow an individual to engage with the concepts and make some practical conclusions. Considerably, this coincides with Dunphy, Winland-Brown, Porter and Thomas (2015) argument that indicates that students contextualize ideas appropriately when there is a chance to transform theoretical data into practical situations. Unlike other programs that focus on the information presented in secondary resources, this program gives the learners an opportunity to take part in the generation of knowledge in their targeted areas of the profession.

References

Dunphy, L. M., Winland-Brown, J., Porter, B., & Thomas, D. (2015). Primary care: Art and science of advanced practice nursing. FA Davis

Kleinpell, R. M. (2013). Outcome assessment in advanced practice nursing. Springer Publishing Company.

The Changing United States Health Care System

The Unite States has a health care that is always changing. As nurses we need to be interested and updated with all changes that can be done to provide better health care to patients and also analyze the different trends that are occurring and might affect positive or negatively to the general population.

This chapter explains the major components of the American health system including public insurances, Veterans Administration Health Systems, Indian Health Service, the infrastructure and health information technology, health status and trends, access and cost of health, health status of the population, the new challenges fro the US Health Care System, the Health Care Reform and Opportunities and challenges for nurses.

This chapter relates to nurses directly, especially to people that are studying to be practitioners. We can participate to improve this health system that the best achievement it has is the capability to transform and make possible to reach higher standards of health care.

As I understand from the shown statistics we are behind in life expectancy and also cost per patient compared with other countries that have a system controlled by the government. Those statistics can be changed if we analyze the causes behind them. For example stress, obesity, and lack of exercise and poor control of their health condition cause many of the comorbidities in patients that cannot surpass the 65 years old.

It would be great to improve the bad statistics but we need to maintain the good ones on our way. For example according to one study in Lancet from 2007, American women have a 63% chance of surviving at least 5 years after a cancer diagnosis compared to 56% for European women. For American men, it’s 66% compared to 47% for European men (“5 things that make U.S. health care great”, 2017).

We need to maintain what we have achieved compared to other countries, and try to improve the system with goals that reflect our population, which is extremely diverse.

I am a nurse of the penitentiary system in Miami Florida. There is a lot that we can do as nurses especially as practitioners. We can do a lot of disease control and prevention from the time inmates are screened, which occurs when they enter the institution and have a medical encounter within the first week from their arrival. US institutions lack of medical personal to treat chronic diseases, such as asthma, diabetes, or hypertension.

I think that one of my goals as a nurse practitioner is going to be to increase the availability of communication between patients and me. This is going to make possible more prevention and further deterioration of their health status.

 

 

 

References

5 things that make U.S. health care great. (2017). KevinMD.com. Retrieved 9 September 2017, from http://www.kevinmd.com/blog/2014/08/5-things-make-u-s-health-care-great.html

Health Data and Statistics | Correctional Health | CDC. (2017). Cdc.gov. Retrieved 9 September 2017, from https://www.cdc.gov/correctionalhealth/health-data.html

Select the state where you plan to work as an advanced practice nurse and investigate the state’s policies on access to contraception and abortion for women with insurance and those without. What are the state’s infant and maternal mortality rates? Discuss the possible relationship between these factors. Address how as an advanced practice nurse and nursing leader, one can influence desired change in the current health policies. Be sure to identify 
one
 MSN Essential that most relates to this topic in your discussions.

Women’s Health Research Paper

For this week, you will be completing a research appraisal about a women’s health topic in which you may be interested. The purpose is to complete only a synthesis of the topic. To start, only look at studies that are specific to your women’s health topic. Your appraisal will assist in finding the most current evidence. Remember, this is only for the purpose of synthesis. Simplicity is key to a successful evaluation. Below is a way to assist you in compiling your significant articles. Your table should only contain 5 articles. Finalize your findings in 1–2 pages and submit with your evaluation table.

In the headings for the columns, include the following:

Citation: Author,      year, title (Less than 5 years)

Conceptual Framework:      Theoretical basis for study

Design/Method: Indicate design      and describe what was done in the study

Sample/setting: Number,      characteristics, attrition rate, and why

Major variables studied and      their definitions: Independent/dependent variable

Measurement: What scales were      used to measure the outcome variables (e.g., name of scale, author,      reliability info)

Data analysis: What stats were      used to answer the clinical question

Findings: Statistical findings      or qualitative findings (one for every statistical test mentioned in data      anlysis)

Appraisal/Worth to Practice:      Strengths and limitations of the study, risk or harm if study intervention      or findings implemented, and

Future of Nursing and the Institute of Medicine research that led to the IOM 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:

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?

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.

 

RUBRICS

5.0 %Provided an original summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. Any specific references should be cited.

Did not attempt to provide a summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health, or failed to cite specific references to the IOM report.

Provided a skeletal summary of the key messages of the IOM report, Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. Some of the specific references to the IOM report were cited or were done incorrectly.

Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the committee’s initiative.

Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes the committee’s initiative. Justifies some of the impacts on the Future of Nursing.

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.

15.0 %Identify the role of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative and the American Association of Retired Persons on the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action and the State Based Action Coalitions

Does not demonstrate knowledge of role. Fails to identify the impact of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative on the Future of Nursing.

Demonstrates minimal knowledge of subject. Does not adequately visualize or justify the work of the Committee of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Initiative on the Future of Nursing.

Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the committee’s initiative.

Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes the committee’s initiative. Justifies some of the impacts on the Future of Nursing.

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

15.0 %Identify the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce

Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.

Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately visualize or justify the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.

Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.

Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes importance of the IOM FON report related to the nursing workforce.

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.

15.0 %Discuss the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action

Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.

Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately visualize or identify the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.

Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.

Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly describes the intent of the Future of Nursing Campaign for Action.

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.

15.0 %Identify the rationale of state-based action coalitions

Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify the rationale of state-based action coalitions.

Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately identify the rationale of state-based action coalitions.

Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Misinterprets evidence on the rationale of state-based action coalitions.

Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly identifies the rationale of state-based action coalitions.

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.

15.0 %Discuss one state-based action coalition and two initiatives

Does not demonstrate knowledge of the concept or its role. Fails to identify one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.

Demonstrates minimal knowledge of the subject. Does not adequately identify one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.

Demonstrates a moderate knowledge of the subject. Recognizes the basic ideas. Identifies but misinterprets one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.

Demonstrates good knowledge of the subject. Correctly identifies one state-based action coalition and two initiatives.

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.

15.0 %Organization and Effectiveness

5.0 %Thesis Development and Purpose

Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.

Thesis and/or main claim are insufficiently developed and/or vague; purpose is not clear.

Thesis and/or main claim are apparent and appropriate to purpose.

Thesis and/or main claim are clear and forecast the development of the paper. Is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to purpose.

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.

15.0 %Organization and Effectiveness

5.0 %Paragraph Development and Transitions

Paragraphs and transitions consistently lack unity and coherence. No apparent connections between paragraphs are established. Transitions are inappropriate to purpose and scope. Organization is disjointed.

Some paragraphs and transitions may lack logical progression of ideas, unity, coherence, and/or cohesiveness.Some degree of organization is evident.

Paragraphs are generally competent, but ideas may show some inconsistency in organization and/or in their relationships to each other.

A logical progression of ideas between paragraphs is apparent. Paragraphs exhibit a unity, coherence, and cohesiveness. Topic sentences and concluding remarks are appropriate to purpose.

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.

15.0 %Organization and Effectiveness

5.0 %Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice and/or sentence construction are used.

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register), sentence structure, and/or word choice are present.

Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are used.

Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used.

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

5.0 %Format

2.0 %Paper Format (1- inch margins;12-point-font;double-spaced;Times New Roman, Arial, or Courier)

Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.

Template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken; lack of control with formatting is apparent.

Template is used, and formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.

Template is fully used; There are virtually no errors in formatting style.

All format elements are correct.

3.0 %Research Citations (In-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, and reference page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment)

No reference page is included. No citations are used.

Reference page is present. Citations are inconsistently used.

Reference page is included and lists sources used in the paper. Sources are appropriately documented, although some errors may be present.

Reference page is present and fully inclusive of all cited sources. Documentation is appropriate and GCU style is usually correct.

In-text citations and a reference page are complete. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

100 %Total Weight

What factors need to be considered when determining whether or not identified actions are within the domain of nursing practice? Be sure to cite current literature in your response.

Health Care Resources / Regulations And Agencies That Affect The Health Care Industry

Two assignments.

1. Assignment Answer the assignment attachment ( Please read it carefully and answer all the question and request )

Know Your Health Care Resources

With the abundance of health care resources available it is important to be able to locate and understand the resources that can be leveraged to improve your health as well as the health of the community.

Complete
 the Know Your Health Resources chart with resources that support your health as well as the health of the community. Research two resources at the federal, state, and local community level.

Federal resouces

State resources

Local community resources

Cite
 at least 5 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar resources.

2. Assignment (Have to be powerpoint software only, No pdf) Please read it carefully and answer all the question and request

Regulations and Agencies That Affect the Health Care Industry

Create
 a 7- to 10-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint®  presentation that identifies the major regulations and agencies that oversee the health care industry. A presentation format has been provided for this assignment; however, you may choose to format your presentation in another professional manner.

Include
 the following in your presentation:

Slide One: Title Slide

Title of presentation

Your name

Course and course number

Due date

Your faculty’s name

Slide Two: Introduction Slide

Describe the high-level details that will be covered during your presentation. Think of this as similar to a table of contents.

Slide Three: Health Care Agency

Identify one agency overseeing health care delivery within the health care industry.

Provide a website or alternative resource for this agency.

Provide an appropriate artifact that showcases this agency in action.

An artifact could be an image, video, or screenshot of the website’s homepage.

Slide Three: Health Care Agency

Identify whether the agency is available at the local, state, or federal level.

Identify an example of a health care structure that must comply with this agency.

Refer back to your Week Two assignment if necessary.

Slide Four: Health Care Agency

Describe the effect this agency has had on health care.

Slide Five: Health Care Regulation

Identify one regulation that has an impact on health care delivery within the health care industry.

Provide a website or alternative resource for the selected regulation.

Provide an appropriate artifact that showcases this regulation in action.

An artifact could be an image, video, screenshot of the website’s homepage.

Slide Six: Health Care Regulation

Identify whether the regulation is carried out at the local, state, or federal level.

Identify an example of a health care structure that must comply with this regulation.

Refer back to your Week Two assignment if necessary.

Slide Seven: Health Care Regulation

Describe the effect this regulation has had on health care.

Slide Eight: Conclusion Slide

Provide a summary of your presentation.

Review key points addressed in your presentation

Slide Nine: Reference Slide

Cite 3 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar references.

Format your references according to APA guidelines.

Note
: Speaker notes are to be provided for each slide. Refer to the  “Tutorial: Adding Speaker Notes to Microsoft® PowerPoint® Presentations” learning activity for more information on adding speaker notes.

Note
: The University’s Center for Writing Excellence provides samples of different deliverables. Under Samples you will find a sample Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation to use as reference while creating your presentation.

Cite
 3 peer-reviewed, scholarly, or similar references to support your presentation.

Format
 your assignment according to APA guidelines. Include; a title slide, detailed speaker notes, and a reference slide.