NURSING CAPSTONE

This assignment is due on Tuesday May 21, 2013 at 10 am EST
. It is important to respond to allthe
bullets points using examples as indicated , and also using APA format . The
similarity scores cannot be more than 15% for both assignments. In text
citation must be use throughout the entire assignment. And each section must
have a separate reference page allin
APA format. It is also important to note that this will be a continuse assignment and the other parts will come every week .

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This assignment is due on Tuesday May 21, 2013 at 10 am EST . It is important to respond to all the bullets points using examples as indicated , and also using APA format . The similarity scores cannot be more than 15% for both assignments. In text citation must be use throughout the entire assignment. And each section must have a separate reference page all in APA format.
SECTION A (400 words minimum all in APA format in text citation and reference page including examples . Similarity scores not more than 15%)
Many low-income neighborhoods are the locations of environmental pollution, brown fields, and other industrial sites that create health hazards and expose residents to elevated levels of air, water, and soil-based contaminants. Some of these contaminants are proven to be carcinogenic.
•Discuss your perceptions of neighborhood socioeconomic segregation and housing cost and quality and how they may impact environmental racism and classism, or if you think they do at all.
•Include examples from real-world communities.
•Identify and describe an example of how this local environmental degradation can affect the local population and their health and wellness status.
•Again, provide examples from news reports and from scholarly sources to support your position.
SECTION B
Write a 500 word document minimum, using APA format and in text citation plus a reference page in APA . The similarity scores cannot be more than 15%. You also have to select a target community that you will use throughout this course as this a continues assignment. Take note of that before chosen a target community as you will need it all through the entire course, so chose something that you can get as much information as possible on.
•Discuss the impact of family-based violence; spousal, partner, and domestic violence; and school-based violence on communities.
•Do you believe that race and socioeconomic status impact the prevalence and incidence of violence in your targeted…
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Discussion
Phylogenetic tree matrix and solved tree Due May 3, 2018 (last day of class) or earlier as a HARD copy Evolution, Spring 2018 10 points This assignment is a “second chance” for completing a matrix and phylogenetic tree. It is worth 10.0 points and is considered part of Exam 1, which means Exam 1 is worth a total of 90 points (see syllabus). I will assign up to 2.0 extra credit points for exceptional work. Please follow the instructions. Let me know if you have any questions. INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Choose at least five (5) taxa including an outgroup. For example, if you’re interested in mammals you would choose at least four mammals and an obvious outgroup such as fish, insect, plant, etc. Justify the use of your specific outgroup in 1-2 sentences.
2. Find at least five (5) characters (remember they must be homologous) and generate a matrix. Remember that the informative characters are synapomorphies.
3. Using your matrix, build a fully resolved phylogenetic tree and map character evolution onto this framework.

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.
Most DM dissertations are based on one or more foundational concepts and theories found in the management or leadership literature. Although your discoveries may result in new knowledge, the conclusions of your research can be connected to the body of scholarly management research. Review all of the theories (and research additional theories if needed) that were discussed in the course.( DISSERTATION TOPIC : WHAT HAPPENS TO TOXICS LEADERS ONCE THEY ARE REMOVED FROM AN ORGANIZATION.

  • Identity      the leadership theory that forms (or is closest to) the basis of your      dissertation research interests.
  • Create and      attach a mind map showing the visual connection between the leadership      theory that you selected and your dissertation research interest.

NURSING VISION

Question: How do you envision nursing in your practice setting? What is your vision for nursing? How will you lead others to adapt your vision? as technology is the major part of nursing practice now.
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to: a) identify and articulate key concepts of your leadership vision , b) provide empirical evidence to support your position , and c) communicate ideas in a clear, succinct and scholarly manner
Requirements
1. Introduction to your leadership vision.
2. Articulate key concepts of your vision.
3.

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Question: How do you envision nursing in your practice setting? What is your vision for nursing? How will you lead others to adapt your vision? as technology is the major part of nursing practice now.
Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to: a) identify and articulate key concepts of your leadership vision , b) provide empirical evidence to support your position , and c) communicate ideas in a clear, succinct and scholarly manner
Requirements
1. Introduction to your leadership vision.
2. Articulate key concepts of your vision.
3. Provide a critique of a minimum of three sources of empirical evidence which support your vision. The sources must be no older tan 5years old.
4. Provide specific examples of the impact and/or importance of your vision on nursing.
5. Concluding statements should summarize content
5. APA format (6th edition) is required in this assignment including a title page and reference page. Use APA level 1 headings for the organizational structure of this assignment. Remember that the introduction does not carry a heading that labels it as a level heading in APA format. The first part of your paper is assumed to be the introduction. See APA manual for details. Use the suggested format to organize your assignment:
a. Include introduction (do not label as a heading in APA format)
b. Key concepts of vision
c. Critique of evidence
d. Importance to nursing
e. Summary
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Formative Assessment Task 1= 40%, 1500 words (due week 4) Due Date – 08-Nov-2018
Students are required to submit a critical discussion paper related to the nursing management of Mr Ferguson’s
case study below:
The critical discussion paper should address the following issues:
1. Describe the patient’s presenting problem focusing on the pathophysiological issues.
2. Review and use of literature to explain the pharmacokinetics of the prescribed medications and their indications.
3. Discuss the nursing management appropriate for the patient including management of the adverse effects of the medication(s) using evidence-based literature.
4. Describe in detail the information you would share with the patient and how you will educate the patient about the interactions and long term effects of the medications prescribed in the ED?
Mr Ferguson is a 76 year old male who presented to your emergency department at 0800hrs complaining of a 2/24 history of chest heaviness. He has self administered x2 sprays of his glyceryl trinitrate pump spray totaling 800mcg with minimal relief. On arrival to your allocated bed Mr Ferguson appears pale, diaphoretic & short of breath.
Regular Medications Medications Prescribed Administered in ED
Aspirin 100mg PO, OD Aspirin 300mg Po
Metoprolol 50mg PO, OD Morphine sulphate IV 2.5mg administered on four (4) occasions PRN
Rosuvastatin 10mg, PO, OD Low molecular weight (LMW) heparin infusion
glyceryl trinitrate pump spray- PRN Fentanyl 50mcg IV, x2 STAT doses
Vitals Signs
Blood pressure 172/86
Heart rate 103bpm, irregular
Spo2 97% RA
Respiratory rate 24b/min
Temperature 36.8C tympanic
Glasgow Coma Scale 15/15 – E4V5M6
AMPLE
A llergies: Amiodarone
M edications: as stated above
P ast medical history: Angina
Non ST Elevated Myocardial Infarction (NSTEMI) (1998 & 2006) Hypertension
Hypercholesterolemia
Last time the patient ate and drank: toast and tea at 0630hrs
E vents preceding admission: chest heaviness 2/24
Table 1: Marking guide Formative Assessment Task – 40%
Criteria Available mark % Awarded mark % Comments
Introduction and conclusion
A clear introduction outlining the purpose
of the paper 5
Content
a. A very clear description of the
health issue, prescribed
medication, Drug interaction
and long term effect.
b. A clear presentation of
management plans from the
literature 5 5
Application of pharmacology to practice
a. Knowledge of pharmacokinetics and
management plan to prevent the
adverse events.
b. Evaluations of the therapeutic
management plans presented in the
literature.
5 5
Quality of Presentation/Writing
a. Logical and sequential arrangement
of arguments and discussions
based on literature findings
b. Grammar, syntax, expression,
spelling, style, presentation &
legibility 5 5
APA Referencing
a. Citations where appropriate
b. Accuracy of bibliographic details 2.5 2.5
Subtotal 40

Importance of Theory: Guidelines with Scoring Rubric

Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to a) identify a nursing theory, b) analyze the importance of the selected theory to the nursing profession, c) summarize key concepts and relationships among the concepts of the selected nursing theory, d) present views of the selected theory on areas of specialization, and e) communicate ideas in a clear, succinct, and scholarly manner.

Course Outcomes

Through this assignment, the student will demonstrate the ability to:

  • (CO#1) Analyze theories from nursing and relevant fields with respect to their components, relationships among the components, logic of the propositions, comprehensiveness, and utility to advanced nursing. (PO1)
  • (CO#3) Communicate the analysis of and proposed strategies for the use of a theory in nursing practice. (PO3, 7, 10)
  • (CO#4) Demonstrate logical and creative thinking in the analysis and application of a theory to nursing practice. (PO4, 7)

Requirements

Description of the Assignment

This assignment focuses on the importance of nursing theory within the profession.  Selecting one nursing theory (non-nursing theories are not allowed), the nursing theory will be presented by identifying the key concepts present within the theory.  The selected nursing theory will then be applied to ONE of the following professional nursing practice areas:

  • Education (e.g. undergraduate, staff development, etc.)
  • Leadership (e.g. nurse executive, manager, leader, etc.)
  • Informatics (e.g. data management, etc.)
  • Healthcare policy (e.g. application to local, state, national, or global healthcare concerns, etc.)
  • Nurse practitioner

Criteria for Content

1.     Introduction: 

The introduction requires the following information.

  • Statements about nursing theory in general
  • Identification of the ONE nursing theory (non-nursing theories are not allowed) selected by the student to be used within this assignment. The specific selected nursing theory may be from any of the three categories of nursing theory (i.e. grand, middle-range, or practice), but must be a specific nursing theory (i.e. Orem, Roy, Benner, etc.); a category may not be used. 
  • Identification of the sections of the paper. 
  • References from nursing literature are required.

2.     Importance of Nursing Theory:

This section requires the following information.

·       Present an analysis of the importance of nursing theory, in general, to the nursing profession. Each of the following questions are to be answered.

  • Why should the study of nursing theory be included in a master’s program?
  • How is nursing theory useful to the nursing profession?
  • How can nursing theory be used to separate the nursing profession from other healthcare professions?
  • What would be ONE concern regarding the use of nursing theory within the profession?

·       References from nursing literature are required.

3.     Summary of Selected Nursing Theory:

This section requires the following information.

  • Present the name and author of the selected nursing theory (bibliographic and historical information about the theory or theorist is NOT included).  Identify when the nursing theory was initially published and the latest edition of the selected nursing theory.
  • Provide a summary of the key concepts contained within the selected nursing theory.
  • Provide a detailed description of how this nursing theory addresses each of the metaparadigms/ concepts (person, health, environment, and nursing profession) associated with nursing.  
  • Identify why this nursing theory selected and its potential use within the student’s selected Master’s track (i.e.  education, leadership, informatics, healthcare policy, or nurse practitioner)
  • References from nursing literature are required.

4.     Application of Specific Nursing Theory to Selected Professional Nursing Practice area:

This section includes the following elements:

  • Present a discussion of how the selected nursing theory defines and explains one of the following professional nursing practice areas:
  • Education (e.g. undergraduate, staff development, etc.)
  • Leadership (e.g. nurse executive, manager, leader, etc.)
  • Informatics (e.g. data management, etc.)
  • Healthcare policy (e.g. application to local, state, national, or global healthcare concerns, etc.)
  • Nurse practitioner
  • Present 2 (two) examples illustrating the above information.  Professional examples come from a student’s own practice experiences or from the scholarly literature. If the example is from the student’s experience, identify this as the source by using the first person in describing the example.
  • Keep each example succinct (about 1 – 3 paragraphs).
  • References from nursing literature are required.

5.     Conclusion:

This section includes the following elements:

  • Summarizes presented information regarding theory in general and its use within the nursing profession
  • Summarizes the selected nursing theory. 
  • Presents self-reflection regarding what was learned from writing this assignment. 

Criteria for Format and Special Instructions

1.              A nursing theory was used.

2.              This assignment must be submitted to TurnItIn™, as required by the TurnItIn™ policy.  A Similarity Index of “blue” or “green” must be obtained.  A score in the blue or green range indicates a similarity of less than 24% which is the benchmark for CCN graduate nursing students.  Any other level of similarity index level requires the student to revise the assignment before the due date and time.  To allow sufficient time for revision, early submission of the assignment to TurnItIn™ is highly encouraged.  The final submission will be graded by faculty.  If a Turnitin™ report indicates that plagiarism has occurred, the Academic Integrity policy will be followed.

3.              A minimum of 4 (four) scholarly references must be used.  A dictionary, required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment.  References are current – within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.  For additional information regarding scholarly resources, please see “What is a scholarly source?” located in the Course Resource tab.  Information from .com websites may be incorrect.

4.              Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.

5.              The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least 5, but no more than 7 pages. Points will be lost for not meeting these length requirements.

6.              Ideas and information that come from scholarly sources must be cited and referenced correctly.

7.              Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.

8.              PLEASE note:  Do not rely on .com sites to identify the nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.

Preparing the Assignment

Criteria for Format and Special Instructions

9.              This assignment must be submitted to TurnItIn™, as required by the TurnItIn™ policy.  A Similarity Index of “blue” or “green” must be obtained.  A score in the blue or green range indicates a similarity of less than 24% which is the benchmark for CCN graduate nursing students.  Any other level of similarity index level requires the student to revise the assignment before the due date and time.  To allow sufficient time for revision, early submission of the assignment to TurnItIn™ is highly encouraged.  The final submission will be graded by faculty.  If a Turnitin™ report indicates that plagiarism has occurred, the Academic Integrity policy will be followed.

10.           A minimum of 4 (four) scholarly references must be used.  A dictionary, required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment.  References are current – within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.

11.           Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.

12.           The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least 5, but no more than 7 pages. Points will be lost for not meeting these length requirements.

13.           Ideas and information that come from scholarly sources must be cited and referenced correctly.

14.           Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.

15.           PLEASE note:  Do not rely on .com sites to identify the nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.

Directions and Assignment Criteria

 

Discussion Question:

Neuman Systems Models is a flexible and adaptive model which can be applied to various aspects of nursing disciplines. Today, the model is used globally as a nursing conceptual model to guide curriculum development, research studies, and clinical practice in the full array of health-care disciplines.

Define a nursing practice area where you could apply Neuman Systems Model. What patient population would you target? How would you use this model to guide best practices? How would nursing outcomes be determined? Use at least one current research article related to your practice example.

Your initial posting should be at least 400 words in length and utilize at least one scholarly source other than the textbook

Begin reviewing and replying to peer postings/responses early in the week to enhance peer discussion. See the rubric for participation points. Participate in the discussion by asking a question, providing a statement of clarification, providing viewpoints with a rationale, challenging aspects of the discussion, or indicating relationships between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Always use constructive language, even in criticism, to work toward the goal of positive progress.

Peer 1
Topic 1: Health Promotion: Using one of the health issues identified for your community, discuss health promotion areas at two of the three levels primary, secondary, or tertiary promotion.
For the public health nurse and the overall public health well-being it is important to use the three levels of health prevention to care for a community. The three levels of health prevention are primary, secondary and tertiary. Each health problem or potential problem can be broken down into these levels for appropriate implementation of interventions. Primary prevention promotes health and protects against threats to health, secondary prevention detects and treats health problems, and tertiary prevention limits the further negative effects of a health problem (Stanhope & Lancaster, 2020).
In 2019, heart disease was the second leading cause of mortality in my local community (Georgia Department of Public Health, 2019). For my local community, primary prevention interventions could include counseling on smoking cessation, teaching on a healthy heart diet and teaching on the importance of physical activity. Secondary prevention interventions could include teaching medication compliance, obtaining cholesterol screening, obtaining blood pressure screening and BMI screening. Tertiary prevention interventions could include establishing a community-based clinic to facilitate monitoring and treatment of individuals who are diagnosed with heart disease to prevent further heart function decline.
Reference:
Georgia Department of Public Health [DPH]. (2019). Retrieved from: https://oasis.state.ga.us/gis/TrendableMaps/agsBirthTrend.aspx
Stanhope, M., & Lancaster, J. (2020). Public health nursing: Population-centered health care in the community (10 th ed.). Elsevier. https://doi.org/https://digitalbookshelf.southuniversity.edu/#/books/9780323582247
Peer 2
One of the health issues that I have identified in my community is Diabetes and the two levels of prevention I looked at were primary and secondary. As far a primary prevention it was believed at one point that type 2 diabetes was attributed to genetics and environmental factors. But after much research, it can be prevented through diet and lifestyle modifications. Maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding excessive weight gain is essential to diabetes prevention. Overall a healthy diet, increasing physical activity, avoiding a sedentary lifestyle, moderate alcohol consumption, and avoiding smoking can prevent diabetes.
Secondary preventions focus on screening and testing. It is important for good glycemic control, this means getting your HGA1C checked. A person needs to have good lipid control, that means checking lab work and giving patient statins or other medication if necessary. Another preventive measure is blood pressure control and treatment of hypertension. Regular eye doctor visits are essential in order to prevent retinopathy. Also, aspirin use, regular dental care, regular foot care, weight reduction, smoking cessation, and vaccination are preventive measures as well.
References
Diabetes mellitus type 2 secondary prevention. (2020, October 23). Retrieved November 05, 2020, from https://www.wikidoc.org/index.php/Diabetes_mellitus_type_2_secondary_prevention
Schulze, M. B., & Hu, F. B. (2005). Primary prevention of diabetes: what can be done and how much can be prevented?. Annual review of public health26, 445–467. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev.publhealth.26.021304.144532

Reflect for a moment on your nursing career. About what are you most passionate? When do you feel you are at your best? What brings you the greatest satisfaction in your work? Positive feelings in the workplace are usually fueled by intrinsic motivators: healthy relationships, meaningful purpose, competence, choice, and progress. As a nurse manager, it is helpful to recognize what motivates you to perform well in your own job. You should also take time to understand the motivations of employees. By speaking to staff about their interests and professional goals, nurse managers can build relationships and thus provide appropriate motivators.

For this Assignment, you examine your personal work experiences to determine which of the five intrinsic motivators are more influential in shaping your positive feelings about the workplace.

To prepare

  • Reflect on your work history, from your first job to your current employment.
  • Select one time period or situation in which you felt professionally happy, motivated, and fulfilled in your job. What do you remember most about this time period? What are, or were, the various personal and professional factors that helped to shape these feelings?
  • Select one time period or situation in which you felt professionally unhappy, disengaged, and unfulfilled in your job. What do you remember most about this time period? What are, or were, the various personal and professional factors that caused these feelings?
  • Review the selected pages from Chapter 7, “Coaching and Developing Others” in the course text, From Management to Leadership: Strategies for Transforming Health Care. Consider the potential influence of the five intrinsic motivators during your chosen time period or situation.
    • Which intrinsic motivators seem to resonate more with your own perceptions of job fulfillment?
    • Which motivators do you believe have greater influence on your professional well-being?
  • Review the media, “Fostering a Positive Workplace.” How can nurse leaders use their awareness of the five motivators to engage and retain nursing staff?

To complete

By Day 7 of Week 8

Submit a 3- to 5-page paper in which you do the following:

  • Appraise a time when you have felt professionally fulfilled. Describe the setting, your job title, and the roles and responsibilities in which you were engaged. Identify your own key intrinsic motivators and explain how these were evident in this situation. Cite specific examples.
  • Appraise a time when you have felt professionally unfulfilled. Describe the setting, your job title, and the roles and responsibilities in which you were engaged. Explain the motivator(s) that were absent and how this impacted your professional performance. Cite specific examples.
  • Discuss how you, as a nurse manager, might implement organization- or department-wide changes that would create an environment that engages staff through one or more intrinsic motivators.

optional resources

Achor, S. (2012). Positive intelligence. Harvard Business Review, 90(1/2), 100–102.

Morse, G. (2012). The science behind the smile: Interview with Daniel Gilbert. Harvard Business Review, 90(1/2), 84–90.

Muha, T. M., & Manion, J. (2010). Using positive psychology to engage your staff during difficult times. Nurse Leader, 8(1), 50–54.