Library Assignment Instructions for Nursing Students
Purpose:
The purpose of this library assignment is to help nursing students to develop their research skills and to become familiar with different credible data sources available through the Library page at the FNU.edu website. In addition, this assignment will help students to apply the PICOT (Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome, and Time) question format to develop a research question and to locate and evaluate scholarly sources.
Instructions:
Topic Selection: Select a topic that interests you and that is relevant to nursing Psychiatric practice. Your topic should be broad enough to allow for an in-depth exploration but narrow enough to be manageable within the scope of an 1500-2000-word research paper. You may select a topic related to patient care, nursing education, health promotion, or any other area of nursing practice that interests you.
Searching for Literature: Use the Library page at the FNU.edu website to search for scholarly sources related to your topic. You must utilize at least 3 scholarly sources that have been published within the last 5 years. You may use databases such as CINAHL, MEDLINE, Embase, Clinical Key, The Cochrane Library. Be sure to use appropriate keywords and to apply search filters to limit your search to scholarly, peer-reviewed articles.
Evaluating Sources: Once you have identified potential sources, use the CRAAP test (Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose) to evaluate their credibility and relevance to your research question. Be sure to select sources that are relevant to your topic, written by credible authors, and based on rigorous research methods.
Writing the Paper: Your research paper should follow APA 7 guidelines and include the following sections: Introduction, Literature Review, Methodology, Results, Discussion, and Conclusion. Be sure to use in-text citations and to include a reference list at the end of your paper.
Please keep in mind that the paper will be checked for plagiarism, and similarity above 25% will not be accepted for submission. Grading Criteria:
Your research paper will be graded based on the following criteria:
PICOT question format (10 points)
Use of at least 3 scholarly sources published within the last 5 years (10 points)
Credibility and relevance of sources (10 points)
APA 7 formatting, including in-text citations and reference list (10 points)
Introduction (10 points)
Literature Review (20 points)
Methodology (10 points)
Results (10 points)
Discussion (10 points)
Conclusion (10 points)
Plagiarism (10 points)
Category: Anatomy
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“Developing Research Skills for Nursing Students: A Library Assignment on Utilizing PICOT Format and Evaluating Credible Sources”
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Title: Understanding Gastroesophageal Reflux and its Treatment Options: A Case Study Analysis
Minimum of 1 scholarly source
Scenario
History:
Mrs. T is a 45 yr old female who reports frequent heartburn and regurgitation of acid into her mouth for the past 3 months. There is no change in her usual eating habits, or in her weight. She has no problem with swallowing, food getting stuck, or respiratory issues. There is no abdominal pain. She has tried taking over-the-counter antacids, such as calcium carbonate (Tums), with only a little relief.
Physical:
Body Mass index (BMI) is 28. She is alert and well-nourished. Exam including oropharynx, neck, chest, and abdomen are normal.
Assessment:
Gastroesophageal reflux
Instructions
Answer the following questions based on the scenario and article above and save your responses in a Microsoft Word document. Provide a scholarly resource in APA format to support your answers.
1. Outline the path that a bolus of food would take from the mouth to the duodenum. This should include any sphincters.
2. Describe the digestive function of each of the areas of the upper GI tract that are mentioned in Q1.
3. Describe the anatomical problem that causes gastroesophageal reflux.
4. Research to find out the names of 2 medications that are used to treat GERD.
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Exploring the Complexities of Multiple Sclerosis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Paper instructions and rubric are attatched below
I chose Multiple Sclerosis, but if that topic is to hard, you may chose a disease that is easier
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“Exploring the Appendicular Skeleton: Upper Limbs Post-Lab Assignment”
go to the class BSC 2085L-29(1066)
and do only: Assignments Appendicular Skeleton. Upper limbs. Post lab. -
“Anatomical Study of the Skull: A Comprehensive Illustration”
MID-TERM PROJECT = 100 points/40% of your grade
Draw the anterior, lateral, posterior, superior, and inferior views of the skull.
(Label what view each are). Each view should take up ONE piece of paper (8.5 X 11)- 30 POINTS
Label the sutures
Label the Cranial Bones
Label the Bones of the Face
Draw the Cranial Bones- 25 POINTS
Draw Anterior and Lateral view of the Frontal Bone and label with anatomical features (4) and articulation notes
Draw the posterior view of the occipital bone and label with anatomical features (2) and articulation notes
Draw the lateral view of the Parietal Bone and label with anatomical features (3) and articulation notes
Draw the lateral view of the Temporal Bone and label with anatomical features (5) and articulation notes
Draw the anterior OR posterior view of the Sphenoid Bone and label the anatomic features (4)
Draw Facial bones- 20 POINTS
Draw one view of your choosing of the zygomatic bone and label with any three anatomical features and the three articulation points
Label the glabella
Draw any two views of the Maxilla and note the nasal spine, frontal process, and alveolar processes
Label the angle of the mandible.
YOU DO NOT NEED TO Draw the Inferior Nasal Conchae (you can if you want)
YOU DO NOT NEED TO DRAW THE PALATINE (you can if you want)
Draw Muscles of the Cranium, Face, and Neck (Continue in WK4)- (MUST USE COLOR) = 25 POINTS (23 points for muscles + 2 points for color) MOST of these muscles will go on the anterior view of the skull drawing (make a copy of the one you have already made and use that to draw all the muscles.
Some of these you will not be able to see on the anterior view, you will have to make a copy of the lateral view of the skull to draw the muscles seen on the the lateral view).
Levator anguli oris
Zygomatic minor
Zygomatic major
Buccinator
Risorius
Depressor anguli oris
Depressor labii inferioris
Mentalis
Platysma
Sternocleidomastoid
Digastric
Occipitofrontalis
Frontalis
Corrugator
Orbicularis Oculi
Oribicularis Oris
Levator labii superioris alaeque nasi
Levator labii superioris
Temporalis
Occipitalis
Masseter
Levator palpebrae
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“Anatomical Views of the Skull: A Comprehensive Illustration”
Draw the anterior, lateral, posterior, superior, and inferior views of the skull. (Label what view each are). Each view should take up ONE piece of paper (8.5 X 11)- 30 POINTS
Label the sutures
Label the Cranial Bones
Label the Bones of the Face
Draw the Cranial Bones- 25 POINTS
-Draw Anterior and Lateral view of the Frontal Bone and label with anatomical features (4) and articulation notes
-Draw the posterior view of the occipital bone and label with anatomical features (2) and articulation notes
-Draw the lateral view of the Parietal Bone and label with anatomical features (3) and articulation notes
-Draw the lateral view of the Temporal Bone and label with anatomical features (5) and articulation notes
-Draw the anterior OR posterior view of the Sphenoid Bone and label the anatomic features (4)
Draw Facial bones- 20 POINTS
-Draw one view of your choosing of the zygomatic bone and label with any three anatomical features and the three articulation points
-Label the glabella
-Draw any two views of the Maxilla and note the nasal spine, frontal process, and alveolar processes
-Label the angle of the mandible.
-YOU DO NOT NEED TO Draw the Inferior Nasal Conchae (you can if you want)
-YOU DO NOT NEED TO DRAW THE PALATINE (you can if you want) -
Exploring Different Perspectives on Cultural Diversity
These are separate assignments !!! Please Read attachments carefully. There is one inital post to be made and 6 peer to Peer for 3 subjects to be responded to. If you have any questions please send me a message. Please, NO SOURCES !!!
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Alternative Theories on Human Migration to the New World There have been various models proposed to explain how humans first migrated to the New World. While the “Clovis First” model was widely accepted for many years, recent discoveries have challenged this theory
In addition to the “Clovis First” model, what other models concerning human migration to the new world have been proposed? Which do you think is the best, and why? Use examples to support your argument.
Your answer should be limited to 300 words (approx. 1 page). After you post your reply, don’t forget to respond to at least one other student’s post. Your responses to other students must be substantive and thought-provoking. In other words, do not simply post “I agree” or “I disagree.” -
Title: “Muscle Naming and Function: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Muscular System”
Evaluate how the name of a muscle can distinguish its location, action, shape, and function. Select five different muscles to make this distinction.
Examine the principal axial muscles of the body and distinguish their origins, insertions, actions, and innervations.
Examine the principal appendicular muscles of the body and distinguish their origins, insertions, actions, and innervations.
Evaluate the major muscle groups of the upper and lower limbs and relate their similarities and differences to their function. -
Critical Analysis of Pancreatic Cancer: Effects on Body Systems and Treatment Options
Write a critical analysis
of either pancreatic cancer or lupus. Included in this
analysis,
you will need to explain how the disease affects the various body systems.
▪ Name of disease
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History of the disease / Demographic Data: Age, sex, race, distribution in
population
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Description of disease
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Anatomy of the system(s) involved
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Effects on other body systems
▪ Cause
of disease
▪ Signs
and symptoms
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Diagnosis of the disease
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Complications, if any
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Treatment options Conclusion should include the following:
▪ Brief
mention of current or proposed research that may significantly impact the
disease.
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Prevention strategies if any
▪ Your
insight / opinion NOTE: you must focus on the anatomy & physiology of the
disease/disorder.
Discuss the normal anatomy & physiology of the
organ /system affected and then state what the disease/disorder does to
this organ/ system, and other organ systems. In other words, if you are picking tuberculosis, do not go all into clinical
detail about TB/bacteria that causes it but how the bacteria escape our body’s defenses and its effects on
the lung tissue and function.
Direct quotations MUST be
LESS than 10% of your paper even if correctly cited.
Research must include at
LEAST 6 different reliable, scientific sources.