Category: Nursing

  • “Cardiovascular Health in Older Adults: Understanding Changes in the Myocardium and Arterial Structure” Title: “The Art of Effective Writing: Utilizing Sentence Structures and Figures of Speech in Academic Writing” Similarity score: 95% AI score: 90%

    This assignment entails the development of
    a narrated (voiceover) Power Point Presentation (PPP) on a
    cardiovascular health problem among older adults.  Under the ‘notes’
    section of each slide, please write your narration. Plan to talk
    for about 10-15 minutes, which may translate to 9 – 12 slides. Also, if you use
    in-text/presentation citations, please include the reference on that slide. The
    Purdue Online Writing Lab has great resources on how to develop an effective
    PPP. See website: https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/686/01/ (Links to an external site.)
    Submission Parameters:
    Please use the following criteria to develop your PPP:
    ·        
    Introductory slide
    with at least 2 presentation objectives (1 slide)
    ·        
    Provide an overview of
    health conditions among older adults (i.e. Hyperlipidemia, Hypertension, COPD,
    etc.) (1-2 slides)
    ·        
    Provide an overview of
    the cardiovascular system in older adults (2-3 slides)
    ·        
    Discuss factors that
    contribute to the changes in the myocardium and show an image of the changes
    (2-3 slides) (Provide a reference of the image(s)).
    ·        
    Discuss two
    age-associated changes in arterial structure and function and subsequent
    cardiac conditions (i.e. electrocardiogram changes, left ventricular changes,
    heart failure and myocardial infarction, conduction and beta-adrenergic
    changes, etc.) (2-3 slides)
    ·        
    Summary and concluding
    statements (1 slide)
    ·        
    List of References in
    APA format
    APA 7th
    edition format is required; please use the following as a guide:
    ·        
    Use references
    throughout the Power Point Presentation
    ·        
    Apply appropriate
    spelling, grammar, and organization throughout the Presentation
    ·        
    Include a reference
    list at the end of the Presentation
    ·        
    Attempt to use primary
    sources only. That said, you may cite reliable electronic sources (i.e. NCSBN,
    AANP)
    Here is the rubric:
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntentional Learning, Reflection, and Clinical Judgment – Identifies/addresses a relevant topic and a thesis that provides direction for the content that is engaging and thought provoking. The thesis clearly and concisely states the position, premise, or hypothesis and is consistently the focal point throughout the presentation/paper. Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding and careful, critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Compares/contrasts perspectives, considers counter arguments or opposing positions, and Evaluates original and thoughtful conclusions with future implications.
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDecision Making and Evidence Based Practice – Produces compelling and accurate evidence to support in-depth analysis to the central position beyond the required (4) research sources with at least 2 sources from a periodical database. Research sources are relevant, accurate, recent (less than 5 years old) and reliable and add to the strength of the content.
    Organization and Presentation – Ideas are arranged logically, flows smoothly, with a strong progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes all required components uses provided template. For a slide presentation, the design, font size, style, speaker notes/narration and spacing are optimal for audience viewing. For a slide presentation that is a group project collaboration among team members is evident and there are peer reviews completed. Slide presentation rules: · 6×6 bullet points, · Font ≥ 20 · Notes associated with each slide. · Includes the required number of slides, excluding Title and Reference slides in the count. · The presentation uses appropriate images or animation.
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting and APA Formatting – Style and voice are appropriate to the given audience and purpose, but also show originality and creativity. Word choice is specific, purposeful, dynamic, and varied. Free of mechanical and typographical errors. A variety of sentence structures and effective figures of speech are used. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. APA 7th Edition guidelines for formatting are consistently followed. Includes in-text citations and references. May use 1st person writing as appropriate with the 7th edition APA.
    Please provide Similarity and AI score as well. Thank you.

  • Clinical Experience: Assessing a Patient with Abdominal Pain This week, I had the opportunity to work with a 45-year-old female patient who presented to the clinic with complaints of abdominal pain. She reported experiencing sharp, cramping pain

    Describe your clinical experience for this week.
    Did you face any challenges, any success? If so, what were they?
    Describe the assessment of a patient, detailing the signs and symptoms (S&S), assessment, plan of care, and at least 3 possible differential diagnosis with rationales.
    Mention the health promotion intervention for this patient.
    What did you learn from this week’s clinical experience that can beneficial for you as an advanced practice nurse?
    Support your plan of care with the current peer-reviewed research guideline.
    Submission Instructions:
    Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources. Your initial post is worth 8 points.
    You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional nuance to their posts. Your reply posts are worth 2 points (1 point per response.)
    All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible.

  • Title: Time Management for Nurses: Mastering the Clock to Balance Self-Care and Professional Responsibilities

    Please answer the following Discussion Question. Your post must have 3 references for full credit. Also, please ensure to have read the assigned chapters for the current week. 
    Time Management for Nurses:
    Clock’s Importance: How would you define “time management”? Why is mastering this skill particularly crucial for nurses?
    Ticking Techniques: What time management techniques have you come across that are especially beneficial for nursing professionals?
    Against the Clock: Discuss some challenges nurses might encounter in managing their time effectively. What are potential repercussions if time isn’t managed well?
    Self-Care and Professional Balance: How can effective time management help nurses strike a balance between self-care and fulfilling their professional responsibilities?
    Practical Time Management: Describe or suggest a hands-on activity or simulation that could help nurses practice and enhance their time management skills in real-world scenarios.

  • “Understanding Methadone Treatment for Addiction: A Literature Review for Staff Nurses”

    Instructions
    ·   
    Topic: Methadone
    ·   
    Illness: Addiction
    o  
    conduct a
    literature search regarding pathophysiological processes involved. For example,
    if you work in a neonatal unit, please choose an illness that commonly occurs
    in that population and setting. You will choose an illness process that was NOT
    a major focus of discussion or a focus for other assignments in this course
    (for example, you cannot choose hypertension, heart failure, type 2
    diabetes).  Preferably, you will choose
    something you encounter frequently and want to know more about. 
    ·     
    ****
    Other disease processes that are NOT allowed for this assignment include topics
    used for Discussion Boards (3, or 5) or Case Analysis 2 or 4.
    ·     
    **
    Please note the disease process you choose should have clear, established, proven,
    evidence-based clinical practice guidelines from a relevant professional
    organization. 
    ·      The illness can occur anywhere along the lifespan and
    is NOT limited to adults.
    ·     
    Audience:
    staff nurses

  • Title: Improving Documentation of Inputs and Outputs by Nursing Staff using Fishbone and PDSA Quality Improvement Methods

    Fishbone and PDSA Quality Improvement assignment 
    * problem is: Have nursing staff (RNs, CNAs) document inputs and outputs in general and 
    in a timely manner. 
    – attachment of the “problem” is provided but please elaborate 
    * 2 refrences needed 
    Detailed information sent via attachment – will be on a powerpoint

  • Understanding Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment I. Introduction A. Definition of Ulcers B. Brief overview of the topic II. Types of Ulcers A. Peptic Ulcers 1

    GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS
    (Ulcers}
    In this exercise, you will complete a Mind Map Template to gauge your understanding of this week’s content. Select one of the possible topics provided to complete your MindMap Template.(Ulcers}
    Hello, I did my best to start the assignment Please look over it to make necessary changes; the assignment is based on a rubric that is very important
    Ulcers

  • Title: The Importance of Preparation, Synthesis, and Informed Opinion in Writing a 4-Page Paper Writing a 4-page paper may seem like a daunting task, but with proper preparation, synthesis of information, and informed opinion,

    Please draft a short paper addressing the criteria listers the 4 page paper should reflect through preparation synthesis and informed opinion. An abstract and a minimum of 4 empirical references are required 

  • Title: “Improving Medication Safety: A Project to Reduce Medication Errors in a Healthcare Facility”

    For this assignment:
    Write a 3-4 page paper in APA format with a minimum of 3 references. 
    Address the following Areas:
    Project Objectives
    The objectives are something you hope to achieve from doing the project
    Strategies
    Strategies are the method you will use to reach the objectives you have set for your project
    Background Analysis
    This may also be called a situation analysis. This section you will need to discuss what is happening that made you decided to do your capstone project.
    For example, the nurses at a facility are making a many medication errors. For your capstone project you decide you will try to reduce the number of medication errors from 10 every week to three a week. You will have to analyze why the errors are taking place. Maybe the lighting in the medication room is poor or maybe the nurses are working 70 hours every week.
    You will also need to locate peer review articles that support you analysis.
    Follow the attached template. 
    Provided is the literature review  for this capstone project and the Capstone Project proposal plan to assist in the context of the objectives, strategies, and background for this assignment. 
    Rubric:
    Intentional Leaning and Reflection
    Identifies/addresses a relevant topic and a thesis that provides direction for the content that is engaging and thought provoking. The thesis clearly and concisely states the position, premise, or hypothesis and is consistently the focal point throughout the presentation. Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding and careful, critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Compares/contrasts perspectives, considers counter arguments or opposing positions, and draws original and thoughtful conclusions with future implications.
    Decision Making and Clinical Reasoning
    Provides distinguishing, and accurate evidence base analyzing and integrating the main concept beyond the required (5) peer-reviewed sources. Research sources are relevant, accurate, current (less than 5 years old) reliable, reflecting and validating the strength of the content.
    Organization and Presentation
    Content is effectively organized. Ideas are arranged logically, flows smoothly, with a strong progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes all required components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.). For a slide presentation, the design, font size, style, and spacing are optimal for audience viewing
    APA Formating
    Content is well written and uses standard English characterized by elements of a strong writing style. Basically, free from grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, or formatting errors. APA guidelines for formatting are consistently followed. Includes in-text citations and references that are written correctly.

  • Title: “Motivation and Communication in Healthcare Settings: Strategies for Creating a Productive and Patient-Centric Environment”

    Please answer the following Discussion Question. Your post must have 3 references for full credit. Also, please ensure to have read the assigned chapters for the current week. 
    Motivation & Communication in Healthcare Settings: Interplay and Implications:
    Motivation and Communication Foundations: How do a motivating climate and effective organizational, interpersonal, and group communication work in tandem to shape the landscape of healthcare settings?
    Motivation’s Multifaceted Impact: How does a motivating climate influence factors such as productivity, job satisfaction, and patient-centric care, and how can communication strategies enhance these outcomes?
    Leadership and Team Building Dynamics: What leadership styles and strategies not only foster a motivating environment but also emphasize effective communication as a cornerstone of team-building in healthcare?
    Challenges and Solutions: Identify common barriers to cultivating a motivating climate and achieving seamless healthcare team communication. What comprehensive strategies can institutions employ to address these intertwined challenges?

  • Title: Reflecting on My Learning Experience: Preparing for Future Nursing Practice as a Master’s Prepared Nurse

    Reflect on your learning experience. Which concepts stood out to you and made an impact? How do you envision using the concepts learned in this course in your future nursing practice as a master’s prepared nurse?
    Describe how course learning activities and assignments will help you achieve the MSN Program Outcome 3: Engage in lifelong personal and professional growth through reflective practice and appreciation of cultural diversity. (Cultural Humility).
    Describe how course learning activities and assignments will help you achieve ONE of the sub-competencies listed below that are related to the AACN Essentials Competency 1.1: Demonstrate an understanding of the discipline of nursing’s distinct perspective and where shared perspectives exist with other disciplines listed below.
    1.1e: Translate evidence from nursing science as well as other sciences into practice
    1.1f: Demonstrate the application of nursing science to practice
    1.1g: Integrate an understanding of nursing history in advancing nursing’s influence in health care