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Discussion: Where in the World Is Evidence-Based Practice?

Discussion: Where in the World Is Evidence-Based Practice? March 21, 2010, was not EBP’s date of birth, but it may be the date the approach “grew up” and left home to take on the world. When the Affordable Care Act was passed, it came with a requirement of empirical evidence. Research on EBP increased significantly. […]

Create an organizational chart that outlines the leadership structures and clinical departments at the facility you are planning.

Assignment Content Create an organizational chart that outlines the leadership structures and clinical departments at the facility you are planning. Include all positions that are required in your health care facility. Cite three reputable references to support your assignment (e.g., trade or industry publications, government or agency websites, scholarly works, or other sources of similar […]

Post a description of the healthcare organization website you reviewed.

Review the Resources and reflect on the definition and goal of EBP. Choose a professional healthcare organization’s website (e.g., a reimbursing body, an accredited body, or a national initiative). Explore the website to determine where and to what extent EBP is evident. Post a description of the healthcare organization website you reviewed. Describe where, if […]

Describe the selected environmental factor. Explain how the environmental factor you selected can potentially affect the health or safety of infants.

The growth, development, and learned behaviors that occur during the first year of infancy have a direct effect on the individual throughout a lifetime. For this assignment, research an environmental factor that poses a threat to the health or safety of infants and develop a health promotion that can be presented to caregivers. Create a […]

 Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different days by suggesting additional patient factors that might have interfered with the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes of the patients they described.

Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different days by suggesting additional patient factors that might have interfered with the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes of the patients they described. In addition, suggest how the personalized plan of care might change if the age of the patient were different and/or if the patient […]

Case Study on Moral Status

Case Study on Moral Status Based on “Case Study: Fetal Abnormality” and other required topic study materials, write a 750-1,000-word reflection that answers the following questions: What is the Christian view of the nature of human persons, and which theory of moral status is it compatible with? How is this related to the intrinsic human value […]

For this assignment the students are stimulated to deeply and acutely describe and investigate why the Patient Protection and Affordable Act Passed and all their implication in the Health Care environment 

For this week your assignment is: Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: Description and analysis. For this assignment the students are stimulated to deeply and acutely describe and investigate why the Patient Protection and Affordable Act Passed and all their implication in the Health Care environment

What impact does this have on the community as a whole?

Discussion Question: The CDC and Healthy People 2020 continue to educate on the importance, the improved ease of access and insurance coverage for screenings and vaccinations. It is the responsibility of nurses to engage our aging adults in self-advocating for services that benefit the individual and community health. How can you, as a registered nurse, […]

View websites on How to create Infographics

Assignment Description Infographic Choose one older adult community population and create an infographic on a topic of preventative screenings or vaccines for this population. You may choose to focus on one specific preventative screening (like colonoscopy) or one specific vaccine (like pneumovax).  You will create a one page infographic and then write an essay on […]

Discuss scientific communication from an ethical perspective and how the scientific community attempts to monitor the information that is communicated.

Write a 1,250-word essay addressing the following issue: Discuss scientific communication from an ethical perspective and how the scientific community attempts to monitor the information that is communicated. Reference at least three journal resources, Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An […]

 Write a conclusion for Mayo Clinic

Write a conclusion for Mayo Clinic   Impact of economic and outside influences to the organization • National and world economy impact • Explanation of the sustainability of this organizational care model • Healthcare reform • Regulations • Summarize the info regarding organization • Provide a glimpse into the future for the organization based on […]

This chart will formalize principlism and the four-boxes approach by organizing the data from the case study according to the relevant principles of biomedical ethics: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice.

This chart will formalize principlism and the four-boxes approach by organizing the data from the case study according to the relevant principles of biomedical ethics: autonomy, beneficence, nonmaleficence, and justice. Part 2: Evaluation This part includes questions, to be answered in a total of 500 words, that describe how principalism would be applied according to the […]

Is this pedagogy implicitly or explicitly used in this lesson?

APA format 3 references 1 from walden university library 1pg using Topic of Andragogy   Applying Educational Pedagogies Just as theory underpins nursing practice, so too does theory support and inspire educational practice. Educational theories provide nurse educators with a unique lens for the development and evaluation of learning experiences. As a nurse educator, it […]

Describe the complementary/alternative therapy and how it is used in practice.

Complementary and alternative therapies are often used in combination with traditional medical practices to provide enhanced treatment. This is known as Integrative Medicine. Other times these therapies are used alone in place of traditional medicine. Choose a complementary or alternative therapy that interests you and research how it is used alone or in combination with […]

Describe the selected environmental factor. Explain how the environmental factor you selected can potentially affect the health or safety of infants.

The growth, development, and learned behaviors that occur during the first year of infancy have a direct effect on the individual throughout a lifetime. For this assignment, research an environmental factor that poses a threat to the health or safety of infants and develop a health promotion that can be presented to caregivers. Create a […]

Do you plan to use this technology? If   not, what are the barriers that prevent its use?

Technology is integral to successful implementation in many projects,   through either support or integration or both. Name at least one   technology that could improve the implementation process and the   outcomes of your EBP project. Do you plan to use this technology? If   not, what are the barriers that prevent its use? Kimberly s response One […]

Investigate what it has to offer your client and possible caregivers, and discuss the association’s purpose and why you chose this association to share with your client. APA formatting references

Your assigned textbook reading this module included two sections in the appendix that included lists of “Organizations” and “Aging Associations and Societies”. You must now choose one organization, association, or society from the lists provided in your assigned readings; You may not deviate from those lists without the express permission of your faculty. Investigate what […]

Explain why an organization’s mission, vision, and values are significant to nurse engagement and patient outcomes.

Prepare a 10-15 slide PowerPoint presentation, with speaker notes, that examines the significance of an organization’s culture and values. For the presentation of your PowerPoint, use Loom to create a voice-over or a video. Refer to the Topic Materials for additional guidance on recording your presentation with Loom. Include an additional slide for the Loom […]

Project 1: Hospital-acquired Pressure Ulcer

In this course, there are numerous resources; there are assigned weekly readings, valuable “Optional Audio and/or Visual Items” (button on L-hand side of the site), databases that may be new to you, and scholarly references located through your literature searches. As you save, bookmark, and/or reference any of these items for this course, you may consider […]

Name two potential barriers that may prevent your EBP change proposal from continuing to obtain the same desired results 6 months to a year from now, and your strategies for overcoming these barriers. 

Sustaining change can be difficult, as there are many variables that can affect implementation. One critical component of EBP is to ensure that practice change is part of an organization’s culture so it will continue to impact outcomes over time. Name two potential barriers that may prevent your EBP change proposal from continuing to obtain […]

 Draft Discuss “Anesthesia for patients with hypertension”

Draft Discuss “Anesthesia for patients with hypertension” · Start the body of the paper on a new page after the title page · 4 pages not including the cover page or the references page · The introductory section must give information necessary to make the remainder of the project understandable · If you are discussing […]

Produce a Post of at least 300 words in which you explain your position

TopicThreadsPostsLast Post Video Discussion 1 – Opportunity Cost Before completing this graded discussion. You should have full understanding of the concepts below, if you don’t please use the textbook and review them first. Opportunity Cost, Scarcity, Production Efficiency, Allocative Efficiency, Incentives, Human Capital, Specialization, and Comparative Advantage Instructions and Steps: 1. View the following 3 TED Talks […]

explain the ways in which the findings might be used in nursing practice, and address ethical considerations associated with the conduct of the study.

Write a critical appraisal that demonstrates comprehension of two quantitative research studies. Use the “Research Critique Guidelines – Part II” document to organize your essay. Successful completion of this assignment requires that you provide a rationale, include examples, and reference content from the study in your responses. Use the practice problem and two quantitative, peer-reviewed […]

Discuss how an automated answering system may be effectively utilized, and discuss the differences between this system and an answering service.  

ALL ANSWERS TO THESE QUESTIONS HAVE TO BE 200 WORDS IN LENGTH. 1.  Discuss how an automated answering system may be effectively utilized, and discuss the differences between this system and an answering service. 2.  Outline the major differences between new and established patients and how healthcare professionals should handle each patient type. 3.  Describe […]

What five signs and symptoms are found in patients diagnosed with DKA that are not found in HHS?

2-3 SENTENCES EACH. 1) Answer the following questions related to abnormal assessment findings of the endocrine system. a. Heat intolerance is associated with what secretion of the thyroid gland? b. Striae are associated with excessive secretion of what gland? c. Moon face is associated with the secretion of what of the adrenal gland? d. Exophthalmos […]

When you wake in the morning, you may reach for your cell phone to reply to a few text or email messages that you missed overnight. On your drive to work, you may stop to refuel your car. Upon your arrival, you might swipe a key card at the door to gain entrance to the […]

Reflect on the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.

Among the Resources in this module is the Rutherford (2008) article Standardized Nursing Language: What Does It Mean for Nursing Practice? In this article, the author recounts a visit to a local hospital to view the recent implementation of a new coding system. During the visit, one of the nurses commented to her, “We document […]

explain the Christian perspective of the nature of spirituality and ethics in contrast to the perspective of postmodern relativism within health care.

Based on the required topic study materials, write a reflection about worldview and respond to following: In 250-300 words, explain the Christian perspective of the nature of spirituality and ethics in contrast to the perspective of postmodern relativism within health care. In 250-300 words, explain what scientism is and describe two of the main arguments […]

Based on the feedback offered by the provider, identify the best approach for teaching.

Based on the feedback offered by the provider, identify the best approach for teaching. Prepare a presentation based on the Teaching Work Plan and present the information to your community. Options for Delivery Select one of the following options for delivery and prepare the applicable presentation: PowerPoint presentation – no more than 30 minutes Pamphlet […]

Discussion: Organizational Policies and Practices to Support Healthcare Issues

Discussion: Organizational Policies and Practices to Support Healthcare Issues Quite often, nurse leaders are faced with ethical dilemmas, such as those associated with choices between competing needs and limited resources. Resources are finite, and competition for those resources occurs daily in all organizations. For example, the use of 12-hour shifts has been a strategy to […]

Students will use the information from the earlier PICOT Statement Paper and Literature Evaluation Table assignments to develop a 750-1,000 word review that includes the following sections

While the implementation plan prepares students to apply their research to the problem or issue they have identified for their capstone change proposal project, the literature review enables students to map out and move into the active planning and development stages of the project. A literature review analyzes how current research supports the PICOT, as […]

Doctoral Project Proposal Checklist School Level Review

Doctoral Project Proposal Checklist School Level Review School of Nursing and Health Sciences Instructions Please use the DPP School Level Review Checklist to ensure mentees have met the requirements within each section of the DPP form. This checklist is a guide to help the mentor and the mentee. 1. It is an expectation that the […]

Discuss how health care delivery systems work collaboratively to address global health concerns and some of the stakeholders that work on these issues.

Select a global health issue affecting the international health community. Briefly describe the global health issue and its impact on the larger public health care systems (i.e., continents, regions, countries, states, and health departments). Discuss how health care delivery systems work collaboratively to address global health concerns and some of the stakeholders that work on […]

Consider the impact that EBP may have on factors impacting  these quadruple aim elements, such as preventable medical errors or  healthcare delivery.

To Prepare: Read the articles by Sikka, Morath, & Leape (2015);  Crabtree, Brennan, Davis, & Coyle (2016); and Kim et al. (2016)  provided in the Resources. Reflect on how EBP might impact (or not impact) the Quadruple Aim in healthcare. Consider the impact that EBP may have on factors impacting  these quadruple aim elements, such […]

Describe the organization’s overall readiness based on your findings.

Research a health care organization or network that spans several states with in the United States (United Healthcare, Vanguard, Banner Health, etc.). Assess the readiness of the health care organization or network you chose in regard to meeting the health care needs of citizens in the next decade. Prepare a 1,000-1,250 word paper that presents […]

The wife and daughter need teaching about his antiepileptic medication. What teaching should be included?

An older client was recently discharged from the hospital for evaluation of seizure activity. His history reveals that he has late-stage Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, hypertension, and type II diabetes mellitus, which is controlled by diet. He lives at home, where his wife and daughter take care of him. His discharge medications include phenytoin (Dilantin), […]

What are the major ethical, societal, professional, and legal system-level issues confronting providers, insurers, public policymakers, and organizations regarding the care for this population

Among various stakeholders, the registered nurse is an advocate for patients, their health and the care delivered to them. There is a need to evaluate the health status of vulnerable populations, to assess nursing’s role in health initiatives, and to find ways that we can help improve health. This presentation enables students to assess the […]

Compare and contrast the quantitative and qualitative research article that you choose for the EBP topic

Signature Assignment Title: Theory, Research, and Practice in Nursing Signature Assignment Description/Directions: Presentation A nurse on the research and practice committee is preparing for an update on evidence-based practice (EBP). There is a need to address the potential changes with several EBP policies. This presentation will examine the EBP policies as well as reasoning and […]

Successful completion of a doctoral dissertation requires significant amounts of independent reading on the research topic.

Successful completion of a doctoral dissertation requires significant amounts of independent reading on the research topic. This allows the doctoral learner/researcher to become familiar with the scope of the topic and to identify gaps or tensions within the existing literature on the topic. These gaps and tensions become the source of the dissertation research. In […]

Please, respond to the following discussion by using one reference from peer-reviewed Nursing Journal not older than 5 years.

Please, respond to the following discussion by using one reference from peer-reviewed Nursing Journal not older than 5 years. APA required without cover page. (one paragraph)   The relationship between national and global health and nursing leadership is extremely important. Health equity is essential for people to have the opportunity to live productive and healthy […]

The wife and daughter need teaching about his antiepileptic medication. What teaching should be included?

An older client was recently discharged from the hospital for evaluation of seizure activity. His history reveals that he has late-stage Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, hypertension, and type II diabetes mellitus, which is controlled by diet. He lives at home, where his wife and daughter take care of him. His discharge medications include phenytoin (Dilantin), […]

Provide a meaningful response to at least two of your peers’ posts.

Provide a meaningful response to at least two of your peers’ posts.  Also include your discussion some citations to support your statements. It is good to have opinions, but always best to have some evidence-based information to back up your points. First peer:The community nurse’s role consists of many things when assisting patients, families and […]

Write several broad instructional goals for the educational experience.

Course Project—Part 2 Instructional Unit: Goals, Objectives, and the Teaching Plans This week you will submit your instructional unit, which should include three lesson plans: one focused on patient education, one on family education, and one on staff development. Remember, your plans should demonstrate a logical approach to teaching, communicate what is to be taught […]

Analyze how the person functioned within the structural frame.

When you have finished reading the biography on your selected leader, and with the help of your guidance outline (Submitted in Week 9), complete your paper that analyzes the person through the four frames of leadership: structural, human resources, political, and symbolic. Address how personality, leadership style, influence, and motivation factored into the successes and […]

Post a description of the improvement initiative(s) currently in place at your Health Service Organization (HSO)  or an HSO with which you are familiar.

Consider the following scenario: Rene is a health care administrator who works for an Health Service Organization (HSO) in a large urban area. Because she was previously a health care provider, Rene is sensitive to the need for health care delivery that also promotes patient safety. As part of the responsibilities in working within the […]

What were the consequences of a failure to report?

View the scenario called “Critical Decision Making for Providers” found in the Allied Health Community media (https://lc.gcumedia.com/hlt307v/allied-health-community/home.html). In a 750‐1,200 word paper, describe the scenario involving Mike, the lab technician, and answer the following questions: What were the consequences of a failure to report? What impact did his decision have on patient safety, on the […]

For education purposes during the mandatory class that all potential preceptor’s need to attend before being qualified to precept another colleague.

Life and the health care system are dominated by technology, and most of the impact that technology has on health care is positive. However, according to Taylor (2013) there are also risks involved with the extensive use of technology in healthcare. For example, communication errors and breach in confidentiality can quickly happen through the widespread […]

What is a safe treatment plan for a patient with Atrial Fibrillation?

Please provide proper citation with page numbers of the material you are referencing in your Main Post. Please write 1 paragraph for each of the following (total 3 paragraphs) and each paragraph shall be no less than 3 sentences and no more than 6 sentences. Discuss one of the following: STEMI, Non-STEMI; congestive heart failure; murmurs; ventricular […]

What is a safe treatment plan for a patient with Atrial Fibrillation?

Please provide proper citation with page numbers of the material you are referencing in your Main Post. Please write 1 paragraph for each of the following (total 3 paragraphs) and each paragraph shall be no less than 3 sentences and no more than 6 sentences. Discuss one of the following: STEMI, Non-STEMI; congestive heart failure; murmurs; ventricular […]