WHAT IS THE THEORETICAL BASIS FOR COMMUNITY NURSING?

WHAT IS THE THEORETICAL BASIS FOR COMMUNITY NURSING?

Prompt: What is the theoretical basis for community nursing? Broadly, what is the relationship of systems to health? How do these systems impact a plan of care? What are your thoughts on the nurse’s role? What is the role of screening and health promotion? What is the impact of economics and ethics on healthcare screening? What is the relationship to collaborative community and national partnerships and policies and the development of screening programs? Do you agree with the goals of health education? What do you think it the greatest barrier? What are your thoughts on MyPlate? How do you think it compares to other versions of daily requirements? Do you MyPlate this would work in your population? Why? Or why not?

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The impact of the meaningful use criteria of the HITECH legislation on the adoption of health information technology.

HITECH Legislation (Transforming Nursing and Healthcare Through Information Technology)

In order for organizations to receive the incentives offered through the HITECH legislation, they must be able to demonstrate that they are using the technology in meaningful ways. The following criteria for meaningful use must be evident to qualify for EHR incentives (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 2012). The technology must:

  • Improve quality, safety, and efficiency, and reduce health disparities
  • Engage patients and families
  • Improve care coordination
  • Improve population and public health
  • Ensure adequate privacy and security protections for personal health information

For this Discussion you consider the impact of the meaningful use criteria of the HITECH legislation on the adoption of health information technology.

To prepare:

  • Review the Learning Resources on the HITECH legislation and its primary goals.
  • Reflect on the positive and negative impact this legislation has had on your organization or one with which you are familiar.
  • Consider the incentives to encourage the use of EHRs. Focus on the definition of meaningful use and how it is measured.
  • Reflect on how the incentives and meaningful use impact the quality of patient care.
  • Find an article in the Walden Library dealing with one of the criteria to qualify for meaningful use and how it has been successfully met.

Post a description of how HITECH legislation has positively or negatively impacted your organization. Address how its related incentives influence the adoption of health information technology in health care and impact the quality of patient care. Provide a summary of the article you identified and explain how it demonstrates the ability of health information technology to meet the requirements of meaningful use.

1 &1/2 pages with 3 references from the below resources, APA.

Required Readings

McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2015). Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones and Bartlett Learning.

  • Chapter 9, “Legislative Aspects of Nursing Informatics: HITECH and HIPAA”This chapter explores two pieces of legislation that dramatically impact nursing informatics: the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act of 2009 and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996.

Arlotto, P. (2010). 7 strategies for improving HITECH readiness. hfm(Healthcare Financial Management), 64(11), 90–96.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

This article reviews seven strategies to help prepare for the implementation of the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH). The central point of the article focuses on demonstrating meaningful use of electronic health records.

Begum, R., Smith Ryan, M., Winther, C. H., Wang, J. J., Bardach, N. S., Parsons, A. H., & … Adams Dudley, R. (2013). Small Practices’ Experience With EHR, Quality Measurement, and Incentives. American Journal Of Managed Care, 19eSP12–8.

This article presents a study of clinician’s attitudes toward the use of financial incentives for the implementation of electronic health records in small practices.

Brown, B. (2010). The final rules for meaningful use of EHRs. Journal of Health Care Compliance, 12(5), 49–50.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

In this article, the author poses four questions pertaining to the EHR system in the United States. In particular, the article examines Medicare and Medicaid incentive payments and the ways the meaningful use of certified EHRs will be verified.

Classen, D. C., & Bates, D. W. (2011). Finding the meaning in meaningful use. New England Journal of Medicine, 365(9), 855–858.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

This article details the challenges of meeting the meaningful use standards in order to receive the benefits legislated under the HITECH Act. The authors specify the requisites for achieving benefits with EHRs, the relationship between meaningful use and commercial EHRs, and the tools needed to evaluate EHRs after implementation.

Kempfert, A. E., & Reed, B. D. (2011). Health care reform in the United States: HITECH Act and HIPAA privacy, security, and enforcement Issues. FDCC Quarterly, 61(3), 240–273.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

The authors of this article examine HITECH, in addition to the impact of the privacy rules under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). The article details the potential negative repercussions of failing to comply with HIPAA and HITECH.

Murphy, J. (2010b). Nursing informatics. The journey to meaningful use of electronic health records. Nursing Economic$, 28(4), 283–286.

Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

This article reviews HITECH and the background leading up to its passage. The author also details the financial incentives intended to assist health care providers in purchasing and implementing HIT and EHR systems.

Optional Resources

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. (2011). Health IT home. Retrieved from http://www.healthit.gov/

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. (2012). Regulations and guidance. Retrieved from http://www.healthit.gov/policy-researchers-implementers/health-it-rules-regulations

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Is Psychology Global?

Is Psychology Global?

Post two convincing reasons why psychology is a global discipline. Explain why each reason you stated reflects future progress in establishing psychology as a global discipline. Next, post two of the most convincing reasons that refutethe claim that psychology is a global discipline. Explain why each reason reflects a lack of progress or progress yet to be made. Finally, take a position on whether you believe psychology is a global discipline. Justify your position.

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you stated reflects future progress in establishing psychology as a global discipline. Next,
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Finally, take a position on whether you believe psychology is a global discipline. Justify your
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CONSIDER THE STRENGTHS AND LIMITATIONS OF HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY

CONSIDER THE STRENGTHS AND LIMITATIONS OF HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY.

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In recent years, hormone replacement therapy has become a controversial issue. When prescribing therapies, advanced practice nurses must weigh the strengths and limitations of the prescribed supplemental hormones. If advanced practice nurses determine that the limitations outweigh the strengths, then they might suggest alternative treatment options such as herbs or other natural remedies, changes in diet, and increase in exercise.
Consider the following scenario:
As an advanced practice nurse at a      community health clinic, you often treat female (and sometimes male      patients) with hormone deficiencies. One of your patients requests that      you prescribe supplemental hormones. This poses the questions: How will      you determine what kind of treatment to suggest? What patient factors      should you consider? Are supplemental hormones the best option for the      patient, or would they benefit from alternative treatments?
To prepare:
Review Chapter 56 of the Arcangelo      and Peterson text, as well as the Holloway and Makinen and Huhtaniemi      articles in the Learning Resources.
Review the provided scenario and      reflect on whether or not you would support hormone replacement therapy.
Locate and review additional articles      about research on hormone replacement therapy for women and/or men.      Consider the strengths and limitations of hormone replacement therapy.
Based on your research of the      strengths and limitations, again reflect on whether or not you would      support hormone replacement therapy.
Consider whether you would prescribe      supplemental hormones or recommend alternative treatments to patients with      hormone deficiencies.
With these thoughts in mind:
Post a description of the strengths and limitations of hormone replacement therapy. Based on these strengths and limitations, explain why you would or why you would not support hormone replacement therapy. Explain whether you would prescribe supplemental hormones or recommend alternative treatments to patients with hormone deficiencies and why.
This work should have Introduction and conclusion
– This work should have at 3 to 5current references (Year 2012 and up)
– Use at least 2 references from class Learning Resources
The following Resources are not acceptable:
1. Wikipedia
2. Cdc.gov- nonhealthcare professionals section
3. Webmd.com
4. Mayoclinic.com
Required Readings
Arcangelo, V. P., Peterson, A. M., Wilbur, V., & Reinhold, J. A. (Eds.). (2017). Pharmacotherapeutics for advanced practice: A practical approach (4th ed.). Ambler, PA: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Chapter 33, “Prostatic      Disorders and Erectile Dysfunction” (pp. 527-544)
This chapter examines the causes, pathophysiology, and drug treatment of      four disorders: prostatitis, benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostate      cancer, and erectile dysfunction. It also explores the importance of      monitoring patient response and patient education.
Chapter 34, “Overactive      Bladder” (pp. 545-564)
This chapter describes the causes, pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria,      and evaluation of overactive bladder. It also outlines the process of      initiating, administering, and managing drug treatment for this disorder.
Chapter 55, “Contraception”      (pp. 959-970)
This chapter examines various methods of contraception and covers drug      interactions, selecting the most appropriate agent, and monitoring patient      response to contraceptions.
Chapter 56, “Menopause” (pp.      971-994)
This chapter presents various options for menopausal hormone therapy and      examines the strengths and limitations of each form of therapy.
Chapter 57, “Osteoporosis” (pp.      985-994)
This chapter covers various options for treating osteoporosis. It also      describes proper dosages, potential adverse reactions, and special      considerations of each drug.
Chapter 58, “Vaginitis” (pp. 995-1006)
This chapter examines various causes of vaginitis and explores the      diagnostic criteria and methods of treatment for the disorder.
Holloway, D. (2010). Clinical update on hormone replacement therapy. British Journal of Nursing, 19(8), 496–504
This article examines the purpose, components, and administration of hormone replacement therapy (HRT). It also presents benefits, risks, potential side effects, and alternative treatment options of HRT.
Mäkinen, J. I., & Huhtaniemi, I. (2011). Androgen replacement therapy in late-onset hypogonadism: Current concepts and controversies—A mini-review. Gerontology, 57(3), 193–202.
This article examines the role of testosterone levels in the development of hypogonadism. It also explores health issues that are impacted by testosterone levels and the role of testosterone replacement therapy.
Drugs.com. (2012). Retrieved from http://www.drugs.com/
This website presents a comprehensive review of prescription and over-the-counter drugs including information on common uses and potential side effects. It also provides updates relating to new drugs on the market, support from health professionals, and a drug-drug interactions checker.
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force. (2014). The Guide to Clinical Preventive Services: Section 2. Recommendations for Adults. Retrieved from http://www.ahrq.gov/professionals/clinicians-providers/guidelines-recommendations/guide/section2.html
This website lists various preventive services available for men and women and provides information about available screenings, tests, preventive medication,
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Computer Science homework help

You are to implement a Message Authentication Code program in either C/C++ or Python.
See the following steps.
1. Accept a message as keyboard input to your program.
2. Accept a secret key for the sender/recipient as keyboard input to your program.
3. Your hash function H() is simply the checksum. To compute the checksum, you add all the characters of the string in ASCII codes. For example, the checksum of a string “TAMUC” would be 84 + 65 + 77 + 85 + 67 = 378.
Concatenate the secret key of the sender/recipient (from step 2) and the message (from step 1) and compute the checksum of the concatenated string. For ASCII codes, refer to the following website:
http://www.asciitable.com
4. Accept a secret key for the attacker as keyboard input to your program.
5. The attacker modifies the message from step 1. The original message can be modified any way you want.
6. Concatenate the secret key of the attacker (from step 4) and the modified message (from step 5) and compute the checksum of the concatenated string.
7. Concatenate the secret key of the sender/recipient (from step 2) and the modified message (from step 5) and compute the checksum of the concatenated string.
8. Compare the checksum from step 7 and the checksum from step 6. See if they match or not.
9. Compare the checksum from step 3 and the checksum from step 6. See if they match or not.
NOTE: your program should have separate functions for the checksum and the message modification by the attacker.
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Internal and one external method for the dissemination of EBP project(Childhood Obesity) results

Internal and one external method for the dissemination of EBP project(Childhood Obesity) results
A) Describe one internal and one external method for the dissemination of your EBP project(Childhood Obesity) results. For example, an internal method may be the hospital board, and an external method may be a professional nursing organization. Discuss why it is important to report your results to both of these groups. How will your communication strategies change for each group?
b) In order to evaluate an evidence-based practice project, it is important to be able to determine the effectiveness of your change. Discuss one way you will be able to evaluate whether your project made a difference in practice.
Internal and one external method for the dissemination of EBP project(Childhood Obesity) results

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History homework help

Instructions: The research project consists of two parts: the research paper written, and the PowerPoint presentation of country research results.
Expected time of presentation is 15 minutes plus 5 minutes for Q and A. So, have more information/pictures to talk about in the PowerPoint. More than 10 slides. (The paper should be 8-10 pages long. Use the MLA format.)
 
1.PowerPoint – 15 slides
2.Research Paper – 9 pages
 
The country to be research will be “Slovenia”
 
Research Paper Outline (MUST INCLUDD BELOW):

  • Country’s geography and demography: location, population, main resources, etc.
  • Country’s history for at least last 100 years.
  • Country’s political system.
  • Country’s social and cultural traditions.
  • Country’s economy.
  • Type of a business that you would like to open in this country: product/service, location, potential suppliers, and consumers.
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Biology homework help

Instructions:
In this unit, you will become the investigator of three (3) healthcare systems and predict which one has the most promising marketing potential. By the end of this unit, you will be able to proficiently discuss how the 5 P’s of healthcare marketing and research-supported assessment strategies impact the marketing potential of a healthcare system.

  • Select and provide a general overview of three (3) real-life healthcare organizations that interest you*.
  • Discuss the 5 P’s of healthcare marketing of each healthcare organization that you selected. five P’s of healthcare marketing which include physicians, patients, payers, public, and politics.
  • Using an assessment or evaluation strategy, discuss the marketing potential of each and predict which one has the most promising marketing potential (i.e. SWOT analysis, Porter’s Five Forces analysis, etc.).
  • Be sure to support your assertions with evidence-based research, scholarly articles, and well-supported strategies that support your predictions.
    • 3-4 page paper excluding front and back matter (APA standards apply).

The use of first person is permitted for this assignment (excluding option 1). APA formatting (e.g. title page, conclusion, reference page, etc.) should not be used.

  • Although the use of APA formatting is not required for this assignment, proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation are expected. Plagiarism is not permitted and will result in academic discipline. All content submitted needs to be original.

*Hint: Try locating healthcare systems that you are familiar with, would like to network with, have heard concerns about, or ones that are completely unfamiliar to you.
Reference: https://data.medicare.gov/
 

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Descriptive statistics in nursing essay assignment

Descriptive statistics in nursing essay assignment
Explore key statistical concepts related to data and problem solving through the completion of the following exercises using SPSS and the information found in your Statistics and Data Analysis for Nursing Research textbook. The focus of this assignment is to become familiar with the SPSS data analysis software and to develop an understanding of how to calculate descriptive statistics and make conclusions based on those calculations. As you formulate your responses, keep in mind that descriptive statistics only allow you to make conclusions and recommendations for the sample at hand—not for the larger population to which that sample may belong.
To prepare:

  • Review      the Statistics and Data Analysis for Nursing Research chapters      assigned in this week’s Learning Resources. Pay close attention to the      examples presented, as they provide information that will be useful when      you complete the software exercise this week. You may also wish to review      the Research Methods for Evidence-Based Practice video      resources to familiarize yourself with the software.
  • Refer      to the Week      4 Descriptive Statistics Assignment page and follow      the directions to calculate descriptive statistics for the data provided      using SPSS software. If you run into any difficulties or problems, post      them to the Week 4 Discussion 2 area (see attached file)
  • Download      and save the Polit2SetA.sav (see      attached file) data set. You will open the data file in SPSS.
  • Compare      your data output against the tables presented in the Week 4 Descriptive Statistics SPSS Output      document (see attached file) This will enable you to become      comfortable with defining variables, entering data, and creating tables      and graphs.
  • Formulate      an initial interpretation of the meaning or implication of your      calculations.

To complete:

  • Complete      the Part I, Part II, and Part III steps and Assignment as outlined in      the Week      4 Descriptive Statistics Assignment page. (see      attached file for week 4 descriptive statistics assignment page)

Required Media
Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2011). Research methods for evidence-based practice: Quantitative research: Data analysis.Baltimore, MD: Author.
Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 10 minutes.
In this week’s video, the presenter describes challenges to collecting and utilizing quantitative data and offers suggestions for assessing and improving data quality. The strategic use of quantitative data by health care organizations is also considered.
Introduction to SPSS”
Used by permission from SPSSVideoTutor.com A division of ConsumerRaters LLC., 1121 S Military Trail, 314, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442, USA
Descriptive Statistics”
Used by permission from SPSSVideoTutor.com A division of ConsumerRaters LLC., 1121 S Military Trail, 314, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442, USA
Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 12 minutes.
Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 11 minutes.
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Required Readings
Gray, J.R., Grove, S.K., & Sutherland, S. (2017). Burns and Grove’s the practice of nursing research: Appraisal, synthesis, and generation of evidence (8th ed.). St. Louis, MO: Saunders Elsevier.

  • Chapter      21, “Introduction to Statistical Analysis”

This chapter discusses the concepts of statistical analysis with regard to hypothesis testing. The chapter also identifies and defines common statistical terminology.
Polit, D. (2010). Statistics and data analysis for nursing research (2nd ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson Education Inc.

  • Chapter      1, “Introduction to Data Analysis in an Evidence-Based Practice      Environment”

This chapter provides an introduction to quantitative and qualitative data in evidence-based practice. The chapter introduces levels of measurement and types of statistical analyses relevant to different types of research studies.

  • Chapter      2, “Frequency Distributions: Tabulating and Displaying Data”

Chapter 2 discusses frequency distributions as well as the different methods of presenting data, especially when data are very extensive. The chapter includes information on the use of bar charts, pie charts, histograms, and frequency polygons.

  • Chapter      3, “Central Tendency, Variability, and Relative Standing”

This chapter examines the many ways data distribution for a quantitative variable can be described through shape, central tendency, and variability.
Software
IBM SPSS Statistics Standard GradPack (current version). Available in Windows and Macintosh versions. Please refer to the IBM SPSS Softwarearea in the Course Overview section on the left navigation bar for more information on how to install, register, and license this software.
Optional Resources
Bilheimer, L. T., & Klein, R. J. (2010). Data and measurement issues in the analysis of health disparities. Health Services Research, 45(5), 1489–1507. doi:10.1111/j.1475-6773.2010.01143.x
Granberg-Rademacker, J. S. (2010). An algorithm for converting ordinal scale measurement data to interval/ratio scale. Educational & Psychological Measurement, 70(1), 74–90.
This site provides step-by-step procedures and screenshots for working with SPSS.
Walden University. (n.d.). Descriptive statistics. Retrieved August 1, 2011, from http://streaming.waldenu.edu/hdp/researchtutorials/educ8106_player/educ8106_descriptive_stats.html

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Final Project Presentation

You will post a final draft of a PowerPoint presentation conveying the findings, conclusions, and recommendations of your Practicum Project. It is essential that you begin developing your presentation as soon as possible. This will also serve as your Portfolio Assignment for this course.

To prepare:

Review the Practicum Project Presentation Overview, provided in this week’s Learning Resources, for details about this assignment.

Preview the instructions in the Week 10 Discussion. Note that the draft of your PowerPoint presentation posted in the online forum should be complete and polished, i.e., it should be your final draft. While you will have an opportunity to make revisions based on your colleagues’ feedback, the document you share should reflect your best effort to create a thoughtful, clear, and engaging presentation.

Begin working on this assignment as soon as possible.

The development and completion of your Practicum Project is a significant milestone in your Master of Science in Nursing program of study. It is now time to share the results of your effort. As you know, there are many traditional formats you can use to share your results, such as presenting at a professional conference or publishing an article in a journal. As a leader with advanced practice knowledge, you may also have the opportunity to present your results virtually. Webinars and virtual workshops are additional methods professionals can use to share knowledge and evidence-based findings.

As you prepare to share your presentation virtually in this Discussion, think about what you would like to convey about your project to your colleagues in this course and to your practicum Faculty Member. What considerations should you take into account as you prepare to present your Practicum Project findings, conclusions, and recommendations online? What strategies can you use to ensure your presentation clearly articulates your results in the virtual environment? Keep these thoughts in mind as you prepare your final draft of your Practicum Project presentation.

To prepare:

Review the Practicum Project Presentation Overview document, included in the Week 9 Learning Resources, and preview the instructions in this week’s Assignment.

Review the information in the Learning Resources, including the suggestions for creating effective PowerPoint presentations.

Consider the distinctions between delivering a presentation in person, e.g., at a professional conference or at your practicum site, and presenting online. What considerations do you need to take into account as you prepare to share your presentation with your colleagues in this online forum? What steps do you need to take to ensure the information is conveyed clearly and effectively?

Using PowerPoint, complete the final draft of your Practicum Project presentation, (as indicated in the Practicum Project Presentation Overview document and this week’s Assignment). Note that the draft of your PowerPoint presentation posted in this online forum should be complete and polished. While you will have an opportunity to make revisions based on your colleagues’ feedback, the document you share should reflect your best effort to create a thoughtful, clear, and engaging presentation.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post the final draft of your Practicum Project presentation (by attaching your PowerPoint to your post). Explain the distinctions that you took into account as you prepared to share your presentation online.

Keep in mind that your presentation must demonstrate graduate-level writing and presentation standards. Your presentation will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

Inclusion of all required content, e.g., evidence of scholarly products developed for the Practicum Project

Effective communication and appropriate emphasis of content

Organization and clarity

Visual appeal

Required Readings

Note: To access this week’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in the Course Materials section of your Syllabus.

Alspach, G. (2010). Converting presentations into journal articles: A guide for nurses. Critical Care Nurse, 30(2), 8–15.

Note: Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

 The authors recognize the value of disseminating evidence-based practice in promoting quality care. They address how this can be done using posters.

Forsyth, D. E., Wright, T. L., Scherb, C. A., & Gaspar, P. M. (2010). Disseminating evidence-based practice projects: Poster design and evaluation. Clinical Scholars Review, 3(1), 14–21.

The authors recognize the value of disseminating evidence-based practice in promoting quality care. They address how this can be done using posters.

Jeffress, L., & Lyle, S. D. (2012). Maximizing accessibility of academic publications: Applications of electronic publishing technology. Contemporary Issues in Education Research, 5(4), 257–264.

Note: Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

This article addresses the use of electronic publishing technology for broader dissemination of research.

Price, B. (2010). Disseminating best practice at conferences. Nursing Standard, 24(25), 35–41.

Note: Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

In this article, the author provides suggestions for creating and delivering engaging conference presentations.

Roberts, D. (2011). ‘Pay it forward’ through publication. MEDSURG Nursing, 20(3), 112, 122.

Note: Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

The author proposes creating a chain of lifelong learning through the publication of scholarly works. Among other matters, the article suggests the value of identifying a publication mentor.

Russell, C. L., & Ponferrada, L. (2012). How to develop an outstanding conference research abstract. Nephrology Nursing Journal, 39(4), 307–342.

Note: Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

The authors propose recommendations for writing and submitting an abstract for a presentation at a conference.

Sawatzky, J. V. (2011). My abstract was accepted—now what? A guide to effective conference presentations. Canadian Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing, 21(2), 37–41.

Note: Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

The article addresses fear of public speaking and provides recommendations for delivering successful presentations at conferences.

 Walden University. (n.d.). Research Dissemination. Retrieved October 18, 2017, from http://academicguides.waldenu.edu/researchcenter/orsp/dissemination

This Walden University resource examines how research is disseminated through presentations and publications.

Review the types of articles the following journals produce as well as submission requirements for publication:

 BMJ Publishing Group. (2013). Evidence-Based Nursing. Retrieved from http://ebn.bmj.com/

 Elsevier. (2013). Nurse Leader. Retrieved from http://www.nurseleader.com/

 John Wiley & Sons. (2013). Journal of Nursing Scholarship. Retrieved from http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/10.1111/%28ISSN%291547-5069/homepage/ForAuthors.html

 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (2013). CIN: Computers, Informatics, Nursing. Retrieved from http://journals.lww.com/cinjournal/pages/default.aspx

 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. (2013). The Journal of Nursing Administration. Retrieved from http://journals.lww.com/jonajournal/pages/default.aspx

 National League for Nursing. (2011). Publications. Retrieved from http://www.nln.org/nlnjournal/writingjournal.htm

 Online Journal of Nursing Informatics. (2013). Retrieved from http://www.ojni.org/

 Rural Nurse Organization. (2013). Online Journal of Rural Nursing and Health Care. Retrieved from http://rnojournal.binghamton.edu/index.php/RNO

 Wiley-Blackwell. (n.d.) Nurse Author & Editor. Retrieved May 20, 2013, from http://www.naepub.com/

Rogobete, C., Peters, G., & Seruga, J. (2012). Cross media and e-publishing. International Journal of U- & E-Service, Science & Technology, 5(2), 17–29.

Note: Retrieved from the Walden Library databases.

Caug124. (2012). How to deliver an effective online presentation [Blog post]. Retrieved from http://www.dalecarnegie.com/events/how_to_present_online/

This resource examines four stages for creating digital presentations.

 Crosby, T. (2013). How online presentations work. Retrieved from http://money.howstuffworks.com/business-communications/how-online-presentations-work.htm 

This resource provides an overview of online presentations.

 Jacobs, L. F., & Hyman, J. S. (2010, February 24). 15 strategies for giving oral presentations [Blog post]. Retrieved from http://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/professors-guide/2010/02/24/15-strategies-for-giving-oral-presentations 

The authors provide practical suggestions for delivering effective oral presentations.

 Krieger, S. (n.d.). 12 tips for creating better PowerPoint presentations. Retrieved May 20, 2013, from http://betterevaluation.org/resources/guides/12_tips_for_PP

This resource is focused specifically on how to create effective presentations using PowerPoint.

 Niemantsverdriet, J. W. (n.d.). How to give a successful oral presentation. Retrieved May 20, 2013, from http://people.whitman.edu/~weilercs/TalkingTips/EFCATStalkingTips.pdf

This article advises how to avoid common pitfalls for giving oral presentations and provides suggestions for creating successful posters.

 Purdue University, Purdue Online Writing Lab. (2013). Designing an effective PowerPoint presentation: Quick guide. Retrieved from http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/686/01/

With concrete suggestions and design tips, this resource provides guidance for developing a PowerPoint presentation.

 Zhang, L. (n.d.). Creating effective PowerPoint presentations [PowerPoint slides]. Retrieved May 20, 2013, from http://library.rmc.edu/mis/images/pptpresentation.pdf 

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