Category: Nursing

Nursing Theory Comparison: The Intersystem Model and Transitions Theory
Choose one grand nursing theory and one middle-range theory and have them approved by your instructor. Write an 8–10 page comparison paper based on your approved theories. 
Based on the reading assignment ( McEwen & Wills, Theoretical Basis for Nursing, Unit II: Nursing Theories, chapters 6–9), select a grand nursing theory (The Intersystem Model by 
Barbara Artinian)
After studying and analyzing the approved theory, write about this theory, including an overview of the theory and specific examples of how it could be applied in your own clinical setting.
Based on the reading assignment ( McEwen & Wills, Theoretical Basis for Nursing, Unit II: Nursing Theories, chapters 10 and 11), select a middle-range theory (Transitions Theory by 
Afaf  Meleis)
After studying and analyzing the approved theory, write about this theory, including an overview of the theory and specific examples of how it could be applied in your own clinical setting.
The following should be included:
An introduction, including an overview of both selected nursing theories
Background of the theories
Philosophical underpinnings of the theories
Major assumptions, concepts, and relationships
Clinical applications/usefulness/value to extending nursing science testability
Comparison of the use of both theories in nursing practice
Specific examples of how both theories could be applied in your specific clinical setting
Parsimony
Conclusion/summary
References: Use the course text and a minimum of three additional sources, listed in APA format
The paper should be 8–10 pages long and based on instructor-approved theories. It should be typed in Times New Roman using 12-point font, and double-spaced with 1″ margins. APA format must be used, including a properly formatted cover page, in-text citations, and a reference list. The proper use of headings in APA format is also required.
I included a copy of my paper draft and my Turnitin report, I keep on getting flagged for AI even though my Turnitin scores are low.  Here is a comment from my professor “Hi, I have graded your revision. Concerns remain with your paper. I have attached above your Turnitin report from your revision. Even if a student uses Grammarly or other types of help, citations would not be removed. You have presented a lot of information as your own because you have not cited it. You stated this was a very rough draft. For this assignment, the rough draft was to contain all of the elements of the final draft. The rough draft is worth 150 points. The feedback provided for the rough draft is to be used for the final draft that is worth 300 points. It’s basically a redo worth double the points. Unfortunately, your paper is missing many elements that were to be addressed. I would really recommend you download the template that I have provided for completing this assignment. 
Thank you, please let me know if you have any questions.

The purpose of this assignment is to discuss concepts of epidemiology and apply nursing theories and research to a communicable disease. Refer to “Communicable Disease Chain,” “Chain of Infection,” and the CDC websites, all located in the topic Resources, for assistance when completing this assignment.
Choose a communicable disease topic from the resources mentioned above or select one from the list below:
Chickenpox
Tuberculosis
Influenza
Hepatitis B
HIV/AIDS
STIs (HPV, herpes, gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis)
Ebola
Measles
Polio
Foodborne illnesses (E. coli, salmonella, listeria, hepatitis A)
Hepatitis C
SARS-CoV-2
Monkeypox
Dengue
Botulism
Norovirus
CA-MRSA
In a 1,000-1,250-word paper, apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing to research a communicable disease. Address the following:
Provide an overview of the chosen communicable disease with emphasis on mode of transmission and demographic of interest, including whether or not the disease selected is reportable.
Apply the epidemiologic triangle as it relates to the communicable disease selected. Include the host factors, agent factors (presence or absence), and environmental factors.
Describe the role of the community health nurse in primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention through tasks such as case finding and contact tracing, reporting, data collection, analysis, and follow-up.
Identify at least one national patient safety resource or initiative that addresses the communicable disease chosen and describe how the resource or initiative contribute to resolving or reducing the impact of disease at the point of care.
Discuss a global implication of the disease. How is this addressed in other countries or cultures? Identify changes in conditions that might indicate a public health emergency related to this communicable disease.
Cite a minimum of three peer-reviewed or professional references (e.g., professional health organizations like Centers for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], World Health Organization [WHO], Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA], U.S. Department of Health and Human Services [HHS]).

Explore the site below. What is the responsibility of the federal government when a disaster occurs? What is the responsibility of the States versus Federal Government in such cases? 
https://www.fema.gov/

In one-two pages, tell the story of a clinical situation that was especially meaningful to you as a student nurse and that has helped shape your practice today. Example a patient with advanced cancer 

Write a 700–1000-word paper in which you demonstrate information literacy skills essential for using evidence-based practice in nursing informatics. Find three relevant resources on a singular nursing informatics topic using a Google search, a library database search, and a search from one additional source (video, textbook, newspaper, website, etc.). Identify each resource and provide a concise summary of its content.
Describe your search strategy, source selection, and evaluation.
Resource Identification: Write about the accuracy and relevance of the three resources you’ve selected for the paper. Exemplary performance involves accurately identifying three pertinent resources from a Google search, a library database search, and an additional source. 
Resource Summary: Provide a summary for each selected resource. Be concise, comprehensive, and clearly articulate the main points covered.
Search Strategy Description: describe your search strategy.  What search terms did you use to find your selected resources?  Be clear and detailed, outlining the keywords and search terms you’ve used for each source.
Source Selection and Evaluation: Evaluate each source for credibility, relevance, and reliability. Provide a thorough evaluation, considering the strengths and weaknesses of each resource.
Writing Quality and Organization: Use APA formatting. Use the APA format for the student title page,  abstract page, body of your paper, headings, and references page   The word count ranges (700-1000 words) will be considered.  Cover all required content for each of the three resources you’ve identified.  
Nursing informatics encompasses a wide range of topics at the intersection of nursing, information science, and technology.  You may choose from the following examples of topics (or select other relevant topics) for your paper:
Electronic Health Records (EHR): How nurses utilize and interact with electronic health record systems to document patient care, access information, and improve clinical workflow efficiency.
Telehealth and Telemedicine: The integration of technology to provide remote healthcare services, including virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and teleconferencing for patient care.
Clinical Decision Support Systems (CDSS): The use of computerized tools and algorithms to assist nurses in making evidence-based clinical decisions, improving patient safety and outcomes.
Health Information Exchange (HIE): The sharing of patient health information electronically between healthcare organizations, facilitating continuity of care, care coordination, and public health reporting.
Patient Engagement and Education: How technology is utilized to empower patients in managing their health, accessing health information, and participating in shared decision-making processes.
Data Analytics and Big Data in Healthcare: The use of data mining, predictive analytics, and artificial intelligence to analyze large datasets for insights into patient populations, trends, and outcomes.
Mobile Health (mHealth) Applications: The development and utilization of mobile apps for patient monitoring, health promotion, medication adherence, and disease management.
Clinical Informatics Leadership: The role of nurse leaders in implementing and managing healthcare information systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
Interoperability and Standards: The development and adoption of interoperability standards to enable seamless communication and data exchange between different healthcare systems and devices.
Ethical and Legal Issues in Nursing Informatics: Considerations related to patient privacy, data security, informed consent, and professional responsibilities when using health information technology.

Peer Responses:
Length: A minimum of 180 words per post, not including references
Citations: At least two high-level scholarly reference in APA per post from within the last 5 years
Reflect to other journal reading
I have achieved multiple initial objectives as well as learning aspirations throughout this term. One of my objectives involved enhancing my clinical decision-making skills. I was able to achieve this by actively participating in patient care rounds and making evidence-based decisions. I worked alongside my preceptor, who supervised me to ensure that the care applied was up to standard. At one point, I managed a complex case of a diabetic patient. The case was complex as this patient had multiple comorbidities, calling for the need for an individualized care plan. By working alongside other practitioners and specialists such as dietists, I was able to develop a comprehensive care plan, ensuring that the patient’s blood glucose level was well controlled.
Throughout the course, I was also faced with challenges that hindered my ability to achieve my goals as needed. For instance, I failed to gain hands-on experience with certain procedures due to factors like time constraints. I found that despite expressing my interest in performing more procedures, I had limited opportunities. Nevertheless, I hope to address this challenge in my next rotation by continuously seeking out such experiences early on.
I had a meaningful interaction with a terminally ill patient and his family. As I reflect, I recall that this encounter heavily impacted my interpersonal and emotional connection skills. The family as well as the patient were experiencing great emotional distress. I addressed this by taking my time to listen to them, providing more comfort to the patient as he was in severe pain, and also engaging in empathetic conversations with the family. I learned that compassionate care is of high significance and that providing emotional support can have a positive impact on patients’ overall well-being. As I reflect on this term, I realize that I need more exposure to pediatric cases. I hope to gain more experience in pediatric care in future rotations to improve my clinical skills. The literature emphasizes that reflective practice is crucial for continuous professional development and improving patient care outcomes (King et al., 2021). Through reflection, healthcare professionals can critically analyze their actions. In turn, this leads to better clinical judgment and enhanced learning. As a nursing practitioner, I engage in reflective practices outside classroom requirements, using discussions with my peers. I can state that this practice has significantly improved my ability to learn from experiences, better my approach, and provide more effective patient care. Some barriers associated with reflection can include the issue of time constraints as well as the emotional burden of reliving challenging events (Khoiriyati & Sari, 2022). That said, it is important to address these barriers to enhance one’s personal and professional growth in nursing.
References
Khoiriyati, A., & Sari, N. K. (2022). Reflective Practice on Nursing Students: A Qualitative Study. INDONESIAN NURSING JOURNAL OF EDUCATION AND CLINIC (INJEC), 6(2), 201-209. http://dx.doi.org/10.24990/injec.v6i2.391
King, R., Taylor, B., Talpur, A., Jackson, C., Manley, K., Ashby, N., … & Robertson, S. (2021). Factors that optimise the impact of continuing professional development in nursing: A rapid evidence review. Nurse education today, 98, 104652. https://doi.o

Explain what factors lead to conflict in professional practice. Describe how organizational values and culture can influence the way conflict is addressed. Discuss effective strategies for resolving workplace conflict and preventing violence.
Initial discussion question posts should be a minimum of 200 words and include at least two references cited using APA format. Responses to peers or faculty should be 100-150 words and include one reference. Refer to “RN-BSN Discussion Question Rubric” and “RN-BSN Participation Rubric,” located in Class Resources, to understand the expectations for initial discussion question posts and participation posts, respectively.
American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education
This assignment aligns to AACN Core Competencies 5.3, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4.

Module 7 Reflection
Part 2 (graded)
Based on your response to Reflection: Part 1, state one insight that you gained regarding the concepts in this module. Connect learning achieved to a minimum of one course outcome addressed during this module.
Course Outcomes
CO 1: Incorporate evidence-based decision-making models in planning for the coordination of person-centered care. (POs 1 and 5)
CO 2: Determine competencies for planning, monitoring, and evaluating resources that ensure safe, quality person-centered care. (PO 1)
CO 3: Identify the impact of cultural and ethical awareness in the management of resources at the unit level. (PO 3)
Module Objectives
Investigate human resource management strategies that support organizational outcomes. (COs 1 and 2)
Discuss the legal and ethical implications of human resource management within the clinical environment. (CO 3)

Imagine that you are a staff nurse that has identified a problem in your unit. You have created a PICO and taken the draft to your supervisor. Your supervisor asks you to complete a brief report using your PICO and two articles (one qualitative and one quantitative) to support your practice change suggestion. 
For this activity, you may use the PICO identified in the Module 3 discussion or a new PICO of your choice.
Use one of the following databases to find one qualitative and one quantitative article to appraise and support the proposed intervention in the PICO:
The following databases are available through the LIRN library. You can access the LIRN Library in the Canvas navigation bar.
CINAHLPlus
Medline (PubMed or Ovid)
Proquest Central
PsycINFOLinks to an external site.
Cochrane Database of Systematic ReviewsLinks to an external site.
Write a 1-to-2 page summary report for your supervisor using the articles found. The report should include
A detailed summary of the problem identified in the unit, along with the PICO
A summary of the articles’ findings
The reliability of the articles selected to defend your practice change suggestion

Create a Microsoft Word document and answer the following questions based on this module’s readings. Your response should be a minimum of 3–5 sentences in length, original (in your own words), and use professional writing.
What skill sets do you need to carry out a good quantitative or qualitative critical appraisal?
What are the three main purposes of the critical appraisal process?
How would you explain rapid appraisal to a fellow student?
What does it mean when someone says that the critical appraisal tool must match the study design?
Compare reliability, external validity, and internal validity in quantitative paradigms to dependability, credibility, and transferability in qualitative paradigms?