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First Aid for Acid and Chemical Burns
What are acid and chemical burns?
Acid and chemical burns are injuries to the skin or eyes
caused by exposure to corrosive substances, such as acids, alkalis, solvents,
or bleach. These substances can damage the skin or eyes by breaking down the
protective layers, causing inflammation, blistering, pain, and sometimes
permanent scarring or vision loss.
What are the signs and symptoms of acid and chemical burns?
The signs and symptoms of acid and chemical burns depend on
the type, concentration, amount, and duration of exposure to the substance.
Some common signs and symptoms include:
·     
Redness, swelling, or blistering of the affected
area
·     
Severe pain or burning sensation
·     
Difficulty breathing or swallowing if the
substance is inhaled or ingested
·     
Loss of vision or eye irritation if the
substance is in the eyes
·     
Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea if the substance
is ingested
What should you do if you or someone else has an acid or chemical burn?
If you or someone else has an acid or chemical burn, you
should follow these steps:
·     
Remove the source of the burn. If the substance
is on the skin or clothing, remove the clothing and rinse the affected area
with plenty of cool water for at least 15 minutes. If the substance is in the
eyes, rinse the eyes with plenty of cool water for at least 15 minutes, keeping
the eyelids open. If the substance is inhaled or ingested, do not induce
vomiting and seek medical attention immediately.
·     
Call for emergency help. If the burn is severe,
covers a large area, affects the face, eyes, or genitals, or causes breathing
or swallowing difficulties, call 911 or your local emergency number as soon as
possible.
·     
Apply a loose, sterile dressing. If the burn is
mild or moderate, cover the affected area with a clean, damp cloth or a sterile
gauze bandage. Do not apply any creams, ointments, or home remedies, as they
may interfere with healing or cause infection.
·     
Treat the pain and prevent shock. If the burn is
painful, you can take over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen or
acetaminophen, unless you have a medical condition that prevents you from
taking them. You can also elevate the affected area and keep it cool with a wet
cloth or ice pack. If the person is showing signs of shock, such as pale skin,
rapid pulse, or fainting, lay them down and elevate their legs. Keep them warm
and calm until help arrives.
How can you prevent acid and chemical burns?
You can prevent acid and chemical burns by following these
safety tips:
·     
Read and follow the instructions and warnings on
the labels of any products that contain corrosive substances, such as cleaners,
detergents, or batteries.
·     
Wear protective gloves, goggles, and clothing
when handling or using these products.
·     
Store these products in a safe place, away from
children and pets.
·     
Do not mix different products, as they may react
and produce harmful gases or heat.
·     
Dispose of these products properly, according to
the local regulations.
What are the complications of acid and chemical burns?
Acid and chemical burns can have serious and long-lasting
consequences, such as:
·     
Infection. The damaged skin or eyes may become
infected by bacteria or fungi, which can spread to other parts of the body and
cause sepsis, a life-threatening condition.
·     
Scarring. The burned skin or eyes may heal with
scar tissue, which can impair the function and appearance of the affected area.
Scars may also contract and limit the movement of the joints or muscles.
·     
Disfigurement. The burned skin or eyes may lose
their normal color, texture, or shape, which can affect the person’s
self-esteem and social interactions.
·     
Vision loss. The burned eyes may suffer
permanent damage to the cornea, the lens, or the retina, which can result in
partial or complete blindness.
What are the treatment options for acid and chemical burns?
The treatment options for acid and chemical burns depend on
the severity, location, and extent of the injury. Some possible treatment
options include:
·     
Medication. The doctor may prescribe
antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, or painkillers to prevent infection,
reduce inflammation, or relieve pain.
·     
Debridement. The doctor may remove the dead or
damaged tissue from the wound to promote healing and prevent infection.
·     
Skin grafting. The doctor may transplant healthy
skin from another part of the body or from a donor to cover the wound and
restore the skin function and appearance.
·     
Eye surgery. The doctor may perform surgery to
repair the damaged eye structures, such as the cornea, the lens, or the retina,
or to replace them with artificial implants.
·     
Rehabilitation. The doctor may refer the person
to a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, or a psychologist to help
them recover their physical, functional, or emotional well-being.

Choose one of the following settings for your final project.
Setting 1: Imagine you are a university student who wants to convince your administration to launch a Women’s Health Center. 
Create a 1000- to 1375-word draft proposal (4 to 5 pages, excluding references) aimed at the administration that indicates your vision for the center.
Explain the unique needs of the women who would be served by the center. Include documented statistics pertinent to college-age women.  
Detail four particular areas of women’s health that such a center should address, providing a rationale for each.  
Properly document your sources in APA Style. 
Setting 2: Using the neighborhood in which you live as a setting, imagine that you want to convince local officials to establish a Women’s Health Center.
Develop a 1000- to 1375-word draft proposal (4 to 5 pages, excluding references) aimed at your local government that indicates your vision for the center.
Describe the neighborhood, including the demographics of the residents and other pertinent information. Document this material.
Detail four services or resources that should be provided, and give a rationale for each.
Be sure to properly document your sources in APA Style. 
Proofread your project to make sure that it is clearly written and that grammar and punctuation are correct.

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Unit 3 – Individual Project (125 points)
Due: Sun, May 19 |Printer Friendly Version
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Assignment Details:
The CK&M Company manufactures a robotic vacuum called the Robo2000. The company sells the vacuum to discount stores throughout the country. The Robo2000 is a basic robotic vacuum with a remote and is significantly less expensive than the robotic vacuum that requires a smartphone and app offered by the competitor, Stone Manufacturing. Furthermore, CK&M has experienced production problems that have resulted in significant rework costs. Stone’s model has an excellent reputation for quality.
Is CK&M’s current strategy that of product differentiation or cost leadership?
What about the strategy of Stone Manufacturing?
CK&M would like to improve quality and decrease costs by improving processes and training workers to reduce rework. CK&M’s managers believe that increased quality will increase sales.
Develop an appropriate strategy to achieve this goal.
For each of the 4 perspectives, propose criteria that you would include in a balanced scorecard for CK&M.
Please submit your assignment.
For assistance with your assignment, please use your textbook, all course resources, and any external research and resources you have gathered.
Individual Project Rubric
The Individual Project (IP) Grading Rubric is a scoring tool that represents the performance expectations for the IP. This Individual Project Grading Rubric is divided into components that provide a clear description of what should be included within each component of the IP. It’s the roadmap that can help you in the development of your IP.
Expectation Points Possible Points Earned Comments
Assignment-Specific: Compares CK&M’s current strategy with that of product differentiation and cost leadership
30
Assignment-Specific: Explains the strategy of Stone Manufacturing as product differentiation or cost leadership
30
Assignment-Specific: Develops an appropriate strategy to achieve the goal of improving quality and decreasing cost for CK&M
30
Assignment-Specific: Proposes criteria you would include in a balanced scorecard for CK&M for the four perspectives
25
Professional Language: Assignment contains accurate grammar, spelling, and punctuation with few or no errors. (APA formatting or the style specified in the assignment is required.)
10
Total Points
125
Total Points Earned

You must come up with any health issue that is related to gender or sex, and must come up with
ONE unique idea that is not awareness to address this issue. 
You must write your paper using the following format:
1. Introducing your health issue
Here you must describe the health issue, with epidemiology and justifications for
Why it’s an important topic. 
2. What you propose to do
Assuming you have no financial limitations, what do you propose to do to solve
this problem?
How does your proposed initiative compare to already existing programs? 
3. How do you propose to do what you propose?
Who will you help? population/ geographical region/ sex/ age etc.?
What will you provide?
What will be the expected result? 
4. What obstacle/s do you anticipate?
Why are these obstacles present?
What do you propose to do to counteract these obstacles? 
You will be assessed on the following criteria:
Creativity: I want you to think outside the box, and consider longevity and sustainability.
Clarity: Part of your grade will be on how effectively you communicate your points. Avoid long
winded explanations, keeps your points succinct.
Structure & flow: your essay should have an easy flow, meaning it should be easy to follow
and understand. Linking points and paragraphs are suggested.
Evidence: All points that are made should be backed up by evidence. The more evidence you
use the more trustworthy your arguments are. Try and rely on statistics and evidence from
journal articles and UN papers. You are expected to have a minimum of 5 relevant references. It
is not enough to give statistics or mention papers, you MUST explain the significance of your
evidence and how it helps your points.

Attaching paper already written, received feedback from the Professor and there are some things missing- The paper needs to be pursavive- convincing leaders that this change needs to happen. The paper needs to start off with addressing the CEO or CNO of the hospital.  The paper also has to include 2 internal competencys which are resources from the book. I will add those, and then it need to wrap up with something of the nature as I emplor you to consider this proposal as its in the best interest of…….
Here are two resources that need to be used somewhere in the paper:
Marshall, E. S., & Broome, M. E. (2017). Understanding contexts for transformational leadership: Complexity, change, and strategic planning. In E. S. Marshall, & M. E. Broome (Eds.), Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert clinician to influential leader (2nd ed.) (pp. 37–62). Springer.
Chapter 3, “Current Challenges in Complex Health Care Organizations: The Triple Aim” (pp. 63–86)
Pereira, K. C., & Bowers, M. T. (2017). Current challenges in complex health care organizations: The triple aim. In E. S. Marshall, & M. E. Broome (Eds.), Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert clinician to influential leader (2nd ed.) (pp. 63–86). Springer.
Feedback from the Professor as well regarding the rubric which is attached:
Well written you are missing the requirement of 2.1. Response adequately synthesizes and integrates outside resources.  Does not adequately synthesizes and integrates competency-specific resources that support the responses provided. 
You did not identify the audience, your voice is not persuasive for the audience to make a change.

Part 1:
To complete Part 1:
For this Performance Task, you will develop a PowerPoint presentation explaining how you would apply systems thinking when providing a transition of care that is aligned to the IHI Quadruple Aim.
Submission Length: A minimum of 2-3 pages in an annotated bibliography.
Select a transition of care (hospital, specialty care, rehabilitation, nursing home, homebound, etc.).
Use the Walden Library and other reputable academic resources to locate 5­ scholarly resources on nurse leadership during this transition of care. Identify what constitutes effectiveness (i.e., cost, care management, best/effective providers, best setting, sustaining outcomes) for this transition of care. What evidence supports this transition of care or transition of care intervention?
Create an annotated bibliography of the 5 scholarly resources you located on your selected transition of care.
https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/writingcenter/assignments/annotatedbibliographies
Part 2 
Based on the research you conducted in Part 1, develop a 5- to 6-slide PowerPoint presentation for a staff meeting that addresses the following:
Identity your selected transition of care.
Explain how you, as a nurse leader, along with your healthcare team, would apply systems thinking when providing a transition of care aligned with the IHI Quadruple Aim framework in order to improve it. Explain what the fourth aim in your strategy would be and why.
Describe the key stakeholders that might be involved in this transition of care and how you would engage and influence them to improve transition of care processes.
Explain how systems thinking would inform your improvement plan for your transition of care.
Can do just 5 powerpoint slides and then 2 pages on Part 1 for a total of 7 pages. 

Discuss ways to enhance a successful patient interview process.
• Discussion Topic: What are the 4 Cs of communication? 
Please elaborate on how can the Family Nurse Practitioner meet the 4 Cs of communication based on culturally competent care.

The purpose of this assignment is to a. Identify and evaluate issues affecting and concerning health informatic in anesthesia practice in the current clinical setting, b. Provide empirical evidence to support issue affecting anesthesia and c. Present Ideas in a clear, succinct and scholarly manner. 
The student is to write a 8 page paper exclude title and reference page on health informatics. This topic must be focus on a healthcare informatics concern affecting nurse anesthesia in your current setting. Paper are to be double spaced, use times toman 12 point font and AMA format
Format 
Title page 
Header for content
The paper narrative for discussion related to the impact of health care informatics for anesthesia practice
Conclusion
References 
Content header 
1. standards and regulations 
2. Legal and ethical issue
3. Patient safety
4. Security and privacy
5 workflow processes and benefits and implications 

This assignment is worth 100% of the total marks for this course unit.
This essay aims to introduce, contextualise, and critically explore a health policy of your choice. This includes how this policy might be evaluated, and the implications of a particular evaluation approach for assessing the policy. Please refer to the Assignment Brief for any further information regarding this assignment.
For your draft submission, please complete Part A of the assignment. The essay should concentrate on a health-focused policy implemented in your country or a context that you are familiar with.  Part A of the assignment is due on April 9th.
You must include as much critical appraisal as you can throughout the assignment to critically appraise the evidence (within the word limit). You must apply your critical thinking skills by going beyond just describing what the authors did and focusing on the interpretation and evaluation of what they did within the context of the study, as shown in the ”CRITICAL APPRAISAL FILE”.
Consider the word count and the marks in the brackets when you respond to each question (See Assignment Brief file).
3,000 maximum word limit. It is preferable to include the references at the end of the paper.
References should be consistently laid out in Harvard format.
Submit word-processed work as 1.5 or double spacing and number the pages
Please carefully review all of the assessment task questions in the assignment brief file. In addition, refer to the assignment brief for information on the learning outcomes that will be reviewed in this assessment. 
There are also other materials provided that include important information about this task. Please read through all of the materials as some provide Course Material for this module, the Assignment Brief, and the Critical Appraisal. You can use these as a reference to help you organise your assignment response. Utilise the CASP checklist to appraise the study critically as well.
A marking rubric file is provided as well to consider while composing the assignment to check if the requirements for this task are met.

The purpose of this section is to understand the importance of evaluation in an EBR project. In a 500-750-word paper, include the following as they relate to evidence-based research:
Analyze a minimum of three different methods of project evaluation.
Determine which project evaluation method would be most appropriate for your project and explain why.
Create an evaluation plan for your project.
Develop an adjustment plan that identifies points when a change in direction may be needed. Determine what actions may be needed to ensure a successful implementation.
This assignment requires a minimum of two scholarly articles.