Scenario
Alma Faulkenberger is an 85-year-old female outpatient sitting in the waiting room awaiting an invasive pelvic procedure. The health care professional who will assist in her procedure enters the room and calls "Alma." There is no reply so the professional retreats to the work area. Fifteen minutes later the professional returns and calls "Alma Frankenberg." Still no reply, so he leaves again. Another 15 minutes pass and the professional approaches Alma and shouts in her ear, "Are you Al..
Week 2 - Discussion Question 1
Sister Mary is a patient in Level 2 Emergency Department. She must have a neural examination, physical assessment, radiographs of her facial bones, and a computed tomography scan of the head. Taking into consideration that she is a Roman Catholic nun, what would be the ideal course of patient education as this woman progresses from department to department?
Week 2 - Discussion Question 2
What possible reservations could a health care professional have in workin..
Week 3 - Discussion Question 1
Discuss a patient of another culture. How can the health care professional communicate in presenting patient education? Consider language, family, cultural differences, and method of communication.
Week 3 - Discussion Question 2
Compare and contrast culture, ethnicity, and acculturation...
Week 4 - Discussion Question 1
How has the patient's control over his own health care changed?
Week 4 - Discussion Question 2
What part does negotiation play in patient education?..
Week 5 - Discussion Question 1
Using the NIH website, how would you describe CAM and the typical person who uses CAM?
Week 5 - Discussion Question 2
What are the percentages of people using CAM with prayer and those who do not?..
NRS 427VN Week/Topic 3 DQ 1
Compare vulnerable populations. Describe an example of one of these groups in the United States or from another country. Explain why the population is designated as “vulnerable.” Include the number of individuals belonging to this group and the specific challenges or issues involved. Discuss why these populations are unable to advocate for themselves, the ethical issues that must be considered when working with these groups, and how nursing advocacy would be beneficia..
NRS 429V Topic 3 DQ 1 - 1x Answer
DQ1:
Discuss how the concept of “health” has changed overtime. Discuss how the concept has evolved to include wellness, illness, and overall well-being. How has health promotion changed over time? Why is it important that nurses implement health promotion interventions based on evidence-based practice?
NRS 429V Topic 3 DQ 2 - 2x Answers
DQ2:
Compare and contrast the three different levels of health promotion (primary, secondary, tertiary). Discuss how ..
Week 1 Discussion Question 1
Describe the difference between a nursing practice problem and a medical practice problem. Provide one example of each. Discuss why is it important to ensure your PICOT is based on a nursing practice problem.
Week 1 Discussion Question 2
Nursing research is used to study a dilemma or a problem in nursing. Examine a problem you have seen in nursing. Provide an overview of the problem and discuss why the problem should be studied. Provide rational and support for ..
Week 2 Discussion Question 1
Qualitative data has been described as voluminous and sometimes overwhelming to the researcher. Discuss two strategies that would help a researcher manage and organize the data.
Week 2 Discussion Question 2
The three types of qualitative research are phenomenological, grounded theory, and ethnographic research. Compare the differences and similarities between two of the three types of qualitative studies and give an example of each.
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Week 3 Discussion Question 1
Provide examples of experimental and nonexperimental research design. Contrast the levels of control applied to each.
Week 3 Discussion Question 2
Describe sampling theory and provide examples to illustrate your definition. Discuss generalizability asit applies to nursing research.
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Week 4 Discussion Question 1
Compare independent variables, dependent variables, and extraneous variables. Describe two ways that researchers attempt to control extraneous variables. Support your answer with peer-reviewed articles.
Week 4 Discussion Question 2
Describe the “levels of evidence” and provide an example of the type of practice change that could result from each.
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Week 5 Discussion Question 1
The theoretical foundations of qualitative and quantitative methods are very different, but many researchers believe both methods should be used in the research study to increase validity and reliability. What advantages or disadvantages do you see in using both types of methods in a nursing study? Support your answer with current evidence-based literature.
Week 5 Discussion Question 2
According to the textbook, nurses in various settings are adopting a research..
Week 1 - Discussion Question 1Describe the difference in roles between leadership and management. Explain how the goals of management and leadership overlap and provide one example. As a nurse leader, describe how you can facilitate change by taking advantage of this overlap.Week 1 - Discussion Question 2Compare two leadership theories. Provide an overview of each and discuss the strengths and weakness in relation to nursing practice.Week 1 - Discussion Question 3 Review your state's mandat..
Week 2 - Discussion Question 1One of the five elements of emotional intelligence is self-awareness. Explain why emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership. Discuss what behaviors someone with a high degree of self-awareness would demonstrate within the context of leading and managing groups. Provide an example.Week 2 - Discussion Question 2Discuss the purpose of strategic planning in a health care environment. Explain what factors affect future planning would include planning in ..
Week 3 - Discussion Question 1Describe the fundamental principles of servant leadership. Present two qualities of servant leadership and explain how they support interprofessional communication in providing patient care.Week 3 - Discussion Question 2Describe the characteristics of performance-driven team. Describe the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and explain why it is important in understanding the types of motivation when it comes to team performance...
Week 5 - Discussion Question 1
Discuss how nurse managers and nurse leaders contribute to the reengineering of health care.
Week 5 - Discussion Question 2
Continuous quality improvement (CQI) is the responsibility of all nurses and is vital when addressing the challenges of the health care industry. Provide an example of how you would apply CQI in your current or past position.
Week 5 - Discussion Question 3
Watch the "Diary of Medical Mission Trip" videos dealing with the catastrophic earthqu..
Topic 1 Discussion Question 1 | 6 Answers
Identify two GCU Library scholarly databases that will help you find the best research articles to support your capstone project change proposal. Discuss why these two databases are better than Google Scholar or a general Internet search.
Topic 1 Discussion Question 2 | 4 Answers
The Institute of Medicine has stated a goal that 90% of practice be evidence-based by 2020. According to HealthyPeople.gov, the United States is currently at approximately ..
Topic 10 Discussion Question 1 | 6 Answers
Dissemination of EBP and research, such as presenting results at a conference or writing an article for a journal, is an important part of professional practice. Identify one professional journal and one nursing or health care conference where you might present your project. Discuss why each of your choices is the best option for you to disseminate your new knowledge.
Topic 10 Discussion Question 2 | 9 Answers
Discuss why EBP is an essential component ..
Topic 2 Discussion Question 1 | 4 Answers
During your practicum, determine what clinical problem or issue the organization is facing. Discuss two implications for nursing.
Topic 2 Discussion Question 2 | 3 Answers
What is the main issue for your organization in addressing a solution to evidence-based nursing practice? Discuss what might be the first step in addressing and resolving this issue...
Topic 3 Discussion Question 1 | 3 Answers
Submit a summary of six of your articles on the discussion board. Discuss one strength and one weakness for each of these six articles on why the article may or may not provide sufficient evidence for your practice change.
Topic 3 Discussion Question 2 | 3 Answers
Name two different methods for evaluating evidence. Compare and contrast these two methods...
Topic 4 Discussion Question 1 | 8 Answers
Why is understanding the health care system at the local level important to consider when planning an EBP implementation? Conduct research and solicit anecdotal evidence from your course preceptor that you will take into consideration for your own change project.
Topic 4 Discussion Question 2 | 5 Answers
Compare and contrast two change theories, and determine which theory makes the most sense for implementing your specific EBP intervention. Why? Has you..
Topic 5 Discussion Question 1 | 5 Answers
Stakeholder support is necessary for a successful project implementation. Consider your internal stakeholders, such as the facility, unit, or health care setting where the change proposal is being considered, and your external stakeholders, like an individual or group outside the health care setting. Why is their support necessary to the success of your change proposal, and how you will go about securing that support?
Topic 5 Discussion Question 2 | 3 A..
Topic 6 Discussion Question 1 | 3 Answers
After discussion with your preceptor, name one financial aspect, one quality aspect, and one clinical aspect that need to be taken into account for developing the evidence-based change proposal. Explain how your proposal will directly and indirectly impact each of the aspects.
Topic 6 Discussion Question 2 | 6 Answers
Now that you have completed a series of assignments that have led you into the active project planning and development stage for your pro..
Topic 7 Discussion Question 1 | 11 Answers
Describe one internal and one external method for the dissemination of your evidence-based change proposal. 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 change proposal to both of these groups. How will your communication strategies change for each group?
Topic 7 Discussion Question 2 | 4 Answers
In order to evaluate an evidence-b..
Topic 8 Discussion Question 1 | 6 Answers
Based on how you will evaluate your EBP project, which independent and dependent variables do you need to collect? Why?
Topic 8 Discussion Question 2 | 6 Answers
Not all EBP projects result in statistically significant results. Define clinical significance, and explain the difference between clinical and statistical significance. How can you use clinical significance to support positive outcomes in your project?..
Topic 9 Discussion Question 1 | 3 Answers
Discuss one personal strength and one weakness you have regarding professional presentations. Name one method for improvement for each of these and discuss why it is important for you to work on these skills if you want to present your findings in a more formal setting.
Topic 9 Discussion Question 2 | 2 Answers
Sustaining change can be difficult, as there are many variables that can affect implementation. One critical component of EBP is to ensure that ..
Topic 1 DQ 1
Describe how the role of advanced registered nurse transformed over time. Consider shifts in scope and expectations in the 20th and 21st centuries. In what ways will the advanced registered nurse role and responsibilities continue to evolve and emerge as the American health care system changes?
Topic 1 DQ 2
Access The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health. Identify the two recommendations for nursing education you believe will be most effective or radical in creating ..
Topic 2 DQ 1
Identify at least three regulatory bodies or industry regulations that specify certification, licensure requirements, or scope of practice for your specialty. Discuss the way these bodies or regulations influence the educational requirements and experiences for your specialty. Advanced practice registered nurses must incorporate the APRN consensus model in their response.
Topic 2 DQ 2
Compare two different advanced registered nurse roles with regard to ethical guidelines. Are there..
Topic 3 DQ 1
Identify a population that you will likely serve as an advanced registered nurse that you think is particularly vulnerable to issues of health disparities/inequity. Discuss the contribution of your particular specialty to health promotion and disease prevention for this population. How do issues of diversity and global perspectives of care contribute to your understanding of health equity as it relates to this population?
Topic 3 DQ 2
What is your personal worldview? Connect your w..
Topic 4 DQ 1
Compare and contrast two nursing theories. How do they differ based on their intent, scope, and goals? Which one might be more relevant to your future role, and why?
Topic 4 DQ 2
Select two different nursing theories and describe how they relate to patient care. How could you use them for inciting behavioral changes? Discuss the pros and cons of applying each theory and how they could be integrated into your future practice. Are there any particular ethical issues related to the in..
Topic 5 DQ 1
During this program, you will complete an evidence-based practice project addressing a problem, issue, or concern in your specialty area of professional practice. Consider an area in your specialty that you believe needs improvement. Which nursing theories could you apply to this problem? Why is this the best theory?
Topic 5 DQ 2
Select one theory discussed during Topics 4 and 5. Does application of this theory differ based on the population focus (individuals, families, communitie..
Topic 6 DQ 1
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go, I will counsel you with my eye upon you. Psalm 32: 8
Objectives:
Describe the characteristics of scholarly nursing research for the advanced registered nurse.
Discuss methods for accessing and evaluating nursing research
Relate credibility to academic integrity and evidenced based practice expectations.
Study Materials:
Read Chapters 20-22 in Advanced Practice Nursing: Essential Knowledge for the Profession
Read the elect..
Topic 7 DQ 1
Describe the steps of the evidence-based research process and the importance of using them. In the initial stages of an EBP project, where do nurses in your specialty go to locate sources of information that help them to determine whether or not a practice problem is appropriate for an evidence-based practice change proposal. Include two specific sources on information in your discussion.
Topic 7 DQ 2
What are some of the major ethical issues in conducting research that impacts th..
Topic 8 DQ 1
Identify three professional nursing organizations that interest you. Provide a brief summary of their purpose, requirements, and any differences in focus, population, scope, or intent. How do these organizations align to your goals and worldview?
Topic 8 DQ 2
Research health care legislation that is being considered in your state. What impact might this legislation have on your future practice? What impact does it have on the collective practice of nurses in your state? How do you..
Topic 3 Discussion Question 1
How have you seen or experienced organizational change within an organization? Did it go well or not? Was there any correlation in how the organizations used stakeholders or change models?
Topic 3 Discussion Question 2
You have been selected to serve on a community outreach committee within your state's nursing organization. The committee includes registered nurses of different specialties. At your first meeting, it becomes evident that not everyone is in agreement..