a. What are the major factors that contribute to Kevin’s frequent homelessness?

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MENTAL HEALTH

CHAPTER 38, Homeless Clients

In completing the case study, students will be addressing the following learning objectives:

Discuss factors that contribute to homelessness in people with mental illness.

Discuss barriers that prevent homeless people with mental illness from receiving care measures to promote access.

1.      Kevin, a 39-year-old unemployed homeless male who has paranoid schizophrenia, was brought to the psychiatric hospital by the police.  Citizens called the police because Kevin was in the street directing pedestrians and traffic in opposition to the traffic lights and verbally abusing everyone who did not follow his directions.  Kevin is known to the police since he is often homeless, and states that his family does not want him.  Kevin also has a history of poly substance abuse with alcohol, heroin, and crack cocaine, and he has been jailed for public intoxication several times.  The nursing assessment reveals that Kevin has not been taking his prescribed psychotropic medications for 3 weeks.  Kevin states that he does not have any money, and he does not remember where to go for mental health care (Learning Objectives: 2)

a. What are the major factors that contribute to Kevin’s frequent homelessness?

b. What barriers does Kevin face in the receiving treatment? How can these barriers be addressed?

Describe the organization and the basic health care services it provides

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Essay

Part 1

Choose a specific health care organization that has been in existence since the 1980s (e.g., a for-profit hospital by name; nonprofit hospital by name; governmental clinic; military or VA health care facility by name; private health care clinic by name; ambulatory surgery center by name; diagnostic imaging center by name; nursing home by name; assisted living facility by name). Describe the organization and the basic health care services it provides.

Part 2

Analyze how this organization has changed since the 1980s as a result of economic and political forces (i.e., ethical and legal). You should identify a minimum of 3 significant changes from the 1980s to today that should include considerations for technology, personnel and professionals involved, patient demographics, supply and demand imbalance, and so on.

Part 3

In summary, evaluate how these changes have impacted the organization’s efficacy (negatively and positively) from the administrator’s viewpoint. Then, proffer the influence of these changes on the U.S. health system overall (negative and positive).

Your paper should be 3 to 4 pages excluding the cover page, abstract page, and reference page (common assessment). Be sure to support your work with at least 3 academic or professional peer-reviewed sources published within the past 5 years.

Discussion: Quantitative Research Designs

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NURS 5052/NURS 6052: ESSENTIALS OF EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE – Discussion 5 (Grading Rubic and Media Attached)

Discussion: Quantitative Research Designs

In order to find the best information on a topic, not only should you develop a question and search for resources, but you should also know how to analyze the value of the resources that you identify. There are different ways to evaluate resources, such as using the hierarchy of evidence, which you explored in Week 4 of this course. Another way to evaluate resources is to consider the appropriateness of the research design. Understanding how research designs contribute to the quality of a study is essential for being able to analyze resources when conducting a literature review or locating evidence for practice.

In this Discussion, you consider the different research designs and evaluate how these designs have been used to research a specific topic. You also consider strategies for selecting an appropriate research design.

To prepare:

Review the information in the course texton quantitative research designs. Focus on the information in Box 9.1, “Guidelines for Critiquing Research Designs in Quantitative Studies” located on page 210 of the course text.

Select a topic from the list below and search the Walden Library to find two different quantitative research studies addressing that issue:

Caregiver stress

Anxiety in children

Sleep apnea

Depression in college freshmen

Rural health care issues

Post-traumatic stress syndrome

Traumatic brain injury in veterans

Health effects of environmental contaminants

Bipolar disorder

End-of-life ethical issues

Alternative medicine

For each of the sources that you select, identify the type of quantitative research design used, and evaluate whether it is the most appropriate approach to the research.

Consider the ramifications of choosing an inappropriate design for a research study.

Post the topic you selected, references for the two sources you identified, and the quantitative research design used in each. Critique the appropriateness of the design used and justify your comments with information from the Learning Resources. Discuss the ramifications of choosing an inappropriate design for a research study.

Read a selection of your colleagues’ responses.

Respond to at least two of your colleagues on two different days in one or more of the following ways:

Ask a probing question, substantiated with additional background information, and evidence.

Share an insight from having read your colleagues’ postings, synthesizing the information to provide new perspectives.

Offer and support an alternative perspective using readings from the classroom or from your own review of the literature in the Walden Library.

Make a suggestion based on additional evidence drawn from readings or after synthesizing multiple postings.

Required Readings

Polit, D. F., & Beck, C. T. (2017). Nursing research: Generating and assessing evidence for nursing practice (10th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer.

Chapter 8, “Planning a Nursing Study”

This chapter focuses on the necessary steps for planning a research study. It describes different research designs and their key features and discusses how to plan for data collection.

Chapter 9, “Quantitative Research Design”

This chapter explores quantitative research in greater depth including the importance of experimental design and the role of randomization in conducting research. The chapter also describes quasi-experimental design and observational research.

Media

Laureate Education (Producer). (2012m). Quantitative research for evidence-based practice. Baltimore, MD: Author.

Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 5 minutes.

In this video, Dr. Kristen Mauk explains specific quantitative research designs, methods, and considerations related to her Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) project. She discusses how she developed her research design and how she used sound quantitative research methods throughout her project.

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Module 03 Assignment – Myasthenia Gravis Pamphlet

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Module 03 Assignment – Myasthenia Gravis Pamphlet

Module 03 Content

  1. Instructions
    As a new nurse, you have had clients with Myasthenia Gravis (MG) and are concerned about their level of understanding of the disease process. You have taken on the task of developing a teaching pamphlet to provide clear discharge instructions including information on the disease, support resources, medication teaching, and signs and symptoms of Myasthenic Crisis. You will include the following information in the pamphlet.

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    1. Describe the disease process for MG. Module 03 Assignment – Myasthenia Gravis Pamphlet
    2. List (2) local community resources available that can provide support such
    3. a. Nutrition.
    4. b. Transportation.
    5. c. Psychosocial needs such as support groups.
    6. Include medication administration instructions and the importance of timing of medication delivery.
    7. Include signs of symptoms of a Myasthenic Crisis and when to notify the health care provider. Module 03 Assignment – Myasthenia Gravis Pamphlet

The Intersection Of Social Determinants Of Health On HIT And Patient Outcomes

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The Intersection Of Social Determinants Of Health On HIT And Patient Outcomes

Health literacy is defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as, “the cognitive and social skills which determine the motivation and ability of individuals to gain access to, understand, and use information in ways that promote and maintain good health” (n.d.). The American Medical Association (AMA) defines health literacy as, “a constellation of skills, including the ability to perform basic reading and numerical tasks required to function in the health care environment” (Baker, 2006). These definitions highlight the importance of health literacy for both healthcare workers and patients.

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Whether it is the ability to fully analyze and interpret a researched study, or to speak to patients in a way that gains their trust and develops their understanding, health literacy directly relates to patient care. The Intersection Of Social Determinants Of Health On HIT And Patient Outcomes

However, understanding the importance of health literacy does not directly correlate to effective health literacy, so how does health literacy impact patient outcomes? What barriers or social determinants might impact health literacy?

For this Discussion, reflect on your understanding of health literacy, health information technology, and health economics. Consider the impact of each of these topics and explore how they are related to patient care. You will also recommend strategies to overcome potential barriers as they relate to the topics.

References:
Baker, D. W. (2006). The meaning and measure of health literacy. Journal of General Internal Medicine, 21(8), 878–883. doi:10.1111/j.1525-1497.2006.00540.x The Intersection Of Social Determinants Of Health On HIT And Patient Outcomes

World Health Organization. (n.d.). Health promotion. https://www.who.int/teams/health-promotion/enhanced-wellbeing/seventh-global-conference/health-literacy#:~:text=Health%20Literacy%20has%20been%20defined,promote%20and%20maintain%20good%20health

To Prepare

  • Review the Learning Resources associated with the topics: Health Literacy, Health Information Technology (HIT) on Patient Outcomes, and Health Economics.
  • Consider the role of each of these topics in influencing how healthcare is delivered and practiced in your healthcare organization or nursing practice.
  • Reflect on how COVID-19 might have impacted each of these topics, including potential\ barriers or challenges for future implementation.
By Day 3 of Week 8

Post a cohesive response that addresses the following:

  • Explain how Health Literacy, HIT on Patient Outcomes, and Health Economics may be integrated into and impact clinical practice for your healthcare organization or nursing practice. Be specific and provide examples.
  • Describe your understanding of the concept of health literacy. Why is it important to understand implications for the lack of health literacy for nursing practice?
  • Discuss and evaluate how COVID-19 may have impacted each of these topics for healthcare delivery and nursing practice. Be specific. The Intersection Of Social Determinants Of Health On HIT And Patient Outcomes
  • Recommend at least two strategies you might implement for overcoming challenges/barriers related to these topics in your healthcare organization or nursing practice.

Cultural Context of a Global Health Problem

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Cultural Context of a Global Health Problem

In this assignment, you will explore the cultural context of a global health problem and consider how the structure of a health care system affects the way the problem is addressed.

Step 1: Identify a global health problem.
Choose ONE health problem that affects people around the world. (Examples are Type II diabetes, depression, a type of cancer, Tuberculosis, obesity etc.). Cultural Context of a Global Health Problem

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Step 2: Gather data.
Find scholarly sources, research and gather global data about the health problem you have identified. Find reliable statistics that support the global nature of this problem. For example, the World Health Organization posts disease and health risk prevalence data on a country-by-country basis. Searching websites of humanitarian organizations such as Doctors Without Borders, Operation Smile, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation can provide additional context about the health problem.

Step 3: Create the slide presentation.
Address the following points in your 10-12 slide presentation:

Description of the problem

  • Provide a summary of the problem, and how it impacts health
  • Describe the global impact of the health problem. Using statistics and other data compare the impact of the health problem in different parts of the world . Cultural Context of a Global Health Problem

Cultural nursing perspectives of the problem

  • Describe the ways culture influences the risk factors, treatment and/or prognosis of the problem. Examples can be language barriers, food preparation, folk medicine usage etc. You may connect to one culture or multiple cultures in answering this prompt
  • Identify one or two cultural care strategies that nurses could use to improve the health problem

Health care system impact on the problem

  • Discuss how the structure of health care systems affect the way the health problem is addressed
    • Compare at least two countries with different health care systems. Discuss any differences in health outcome statistics for the health problem between the two countries. Is there any evidence for why these differences or lack of differences occur?
    • Consider how the structure of a health care system affects the way the problem is addressed. For example, you may discuss access to care, diagnostic and treatment options, public policies and economic considerations such as costs to the patient. This section of the assignment should be your opinion on the topic, and should include at least three talking points. Cultural Context of a Global Health Problem
  • Conclusion slide
  • A reference slide citing any sources used in APA format. At least one scholarly source is required for the assignment. On-slide citations for statistics and other data is required. Please review the APA Powerpoint Presentation in the module for correct format.

Step 4: Add presenter’s notes.
Include talking points and details in the notes area for each slide. These notes should document what you would say to an audience about each slide if you were to present in person. Cultural Context of a Global Health Problem

Identification of the characteristics of mentors that have been (or could be) most successful in recruiting and training diverse nurses and nurse faculty.

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Nurses as Leaders in Health Care Reform

Nurses as Leaders in Health Care Reform

As healthcare delivery in the United States continues to evolve, either through mandates, improved technologies, and training, or other drivers, nurses remain at the forefront in facilitating the success of new initiatives. In 2010, the Institute of Medicine formed a committee of experts to address the following question: “What roles can nursing assume to address the increasing demand for safe, high-quality, and effective health care services?”

Question:

Identification of the characteristics of mentors that have been (or could be) most successful in recruiting and training diverse nurses and nurse faculty.

Post a description of the priority above and select the benefits and challenges of further researching this area. Provide an overview of the articles you found (using appropriate APA citations) relating to this priority, and highlight any key findings. Explain how continued research in this area could strengthen the ability of nurses to lead in both individual organizations and as advocates of health care reform.

Develop an appropriate nursing diagnosis for the client based on your assessment.

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Movie character presentation

In this assignment, you will be creating a PowerPoint presentation based on the application of the functional health assessment of a movie character. To complete this assignment, choose a movie from the following list and identify a character from the movie on whom you would like to do a health assessment.

Away from Her

·         Lorenzo’s Oil

·         Mask

·         My Sister’s Keeper

·         Philadelphia

·         Rain Man

·         Steel Magnolias

·         Stepmom

·         The Elephant Man

·         The Mighty

·         The Tic Code

Directions:

Create a PowerPoint presentation of 10-12 slides using the template “Movie Character Presentation.”

Provide an introduction and background overview of the movie character (client).

Assess the client using the “Functional Health Pattern Assessment.”

Based on your “observations” and thoughts, document your assessment, providing examples from the movie.

Describe any observed or potential cultural, geographic, religious, ethnic, or spiritual considerations of this client.

Describe two normal health patterns of the client as well as two abnormal health patterns that you observe, and provide examples.

Develop an appropriate nursing diagnosis for the client based on your assessment.

Identify and describe three interventions for the client: health promotion, health prevention, and maintenance.

Identify at least two possible resources or community services to which you would refer this client and provide rationale for your choices.

Study Guide for ADHD Disorder

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Study Guide for ADHD Disorder

The Assignment

Create a study guide for ADHD disorder. Your study guide should be in the form of an outline with references, and you should incorporate visual elements such as concept maps, charts, diagrams, images, color coding, mnemonics, and/or flashcards. Be creative! It should not be in the format of an APA paper. Your guide should be informed by the DSM-5 but also supported by at least three other scholarly resources. Study Guide for ADHD Disorder

Areas of importance you should address, but are not limited to, are:

  • Signs and symptoms according to the DSM-5
  • Differential diagnoses
  • Incidence
  • Development and course
  • Prognosis
  • Considerations related to culture, gender, age
  • Pharmacological treatments, including any side effects
  • Nonpharmacological treatments
  • Diagnostics and labs
  • Comorbidities
  • Legal and ethical considerations
  • Pertinent patient education considerations

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Create a study guide, in outline form with references, for your assigned disorder. Incorporate visual elements such as concept maps, charts, diagrams, images, color coding, mnemonics, and/or flashcards. 27 (27%) – 30 (30%)

The response is in a well-organized and detailed outline form. Informative and well-designed visual elements are incorporated.

Followed directions correctly by uploading assignment to Gradebook and submitted to the discussion forum area. Study Guide for ADHD Disorder

 24 (24%) – 26 (26%)

The response is in an organized and detailed outline form. Appropriate visual elements are incorporated.

Partially followed directions by uploading assignment to Gradebook but did not submit to the discussion forum area.

 21 (21%) – 23 (23%)

The response is in outline form, with some inaccuracies or details missing. Visual elements are somewhat vague or inaccurate.

Partially followed directions by submitting to the discussion forum area but did not upload assignment to Gradebook.

 0 (0%) – 20 (20%)

The response is unorganized, not in outline form, or is missing. Visual elements are inaccurate or missing.

Did not follow directions as did not submit to discussion forum area and did not upload assignment to gradebook per late policy.
Content areas of importance you should address, but are not limited to, are:

• Signs and symptoms according to the DSM-5

• Differential diagnoses

• Incidence

• Development and course

• Prognosis

• Considerations related to culture, gender, age

• Pharmacological treatments, including any side effects

• Nonpharmacological treatments

• Diagnostics and labs

• Comorbidities

• Legal and ethical considerations

• Pertinent patient education considerations

 45 (45%) – 50 (50%)

The response throughly addresses all required content areas.

 40 (40%) – 44 (44%)

The response adequately addresses all required content areas. Minor details may be missing.

 35 (35%) – 39 (39%)

The response addresses all required content areas, with some inaccuracies or vagueness. No more than one or two content areas are missing.

 0 (0%) – 34 (34%)

The response vaguely or inaccurately addresses the required content areas. Or, three or more content areas are missing.
Support your guide with references to the DSM-5 and at least three evidence-based, peer-reviewed journal articles or evidenced-based guidelines. Be sure they are current (no more than 5 years old). Study Guide for ADHD Disorder 9 (9%) – 10 (10%)

The response is supported by the DSM-5 and at least three current, evidence-based resources from the literature.

 8 (8%) – 8 (8%)

The response provides at least three current, evidence-based resources from the literature that appropriately support the assessment and diagnosis of the patient in the assigned case study.

 7 (7%) – 7 (7%)

Three evidence-based resources are provided to support assessment and diagnosis of the patient in the assigned case study, but they may only provide vague or weak justification.

 0 (0%) – 6 (6%)

Two or fewer resources are provided to support assessment and diagnosis decisions. The resources may not be current or evidence based.
Written Expression and Formatting – English Writing Standards:
Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation		 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)

Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors

 4 (4%) – 4 (4%)

Contains one or two grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors

 3.5 (3.5%) – 3.5 (3.5%)

Contains several (three or four) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors

 0 (0%) – 3 (3%)

Contains many (five or more) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding
Written Expression and Formatting – The guide follows correct APA format for parenthetical/narrative in-text citations and reference list. 5 (5%) – 5 (5%)

Uses correct APA format with no errors

      

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a prevalent pediatric psychiatric illness marked by age-inappropriate characteristics of attention deficit, restlessness, and aggression. Before the age of 12, a child must exhibit a minimum six of the nine characteristics of attention deficit and/or hyperactivity/impulsivity to be identified with ADHD.

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  • Its clinical display changes over time, and the effect of the disorder on a person’s daily performance is primarily determined by his or her maturational phase. Study Guide for ADHD Disorder

Signs and Symptom

Individuals may manifest with symptoms of hyperactivity, and attention deficit which include;

Hyperactivity symptoms attention deficit symptoms
·       Flinches in seat and fidgets with or taps hands or feet.

·       Feels restless

·       they have a hard time participating in peaceful, relaxing activities.

·       Is “on the move” or seems to be “powered by a motor”

·       talks a lot.

·       Answers in a jumble

·       they have a hard time waiting their turn

·       Interrupts or intrudes other people

 

 ·       Makes thoughtless errors/doesn’t pay attention to details

·       Makes thoughtless errors/doesn’t pay attention to details

·       When addressed to directly, he does not appear to listen.

·       Failure to complete duties and instructions

·       Shows a lack of organization.

·       Tasks demanding persistent mental effort are avoided or disliked.

·       Is prone to misplacing items that are required for chores or activities.

·       Distracted easily (including unrelated thoughts)

·       Is prone to forgetfulness in everyday tasks

 

Incidence and prevalence

  • According to CDC researchers, 6.1 million children aged 2 to 17 years in the United States were diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in 2016, which is consistent to prior figures.
  • In comparison to children in urban or suburban regions, researchers discovered that children in rural areas were more likely to be diagnosed with ADHD and less likely to get behavioral therapy in the previous year. Study Guide for ADHD Disorder
  • 62%, 20 youngsters in the United States, were on ADHD medication.
  • In the previous year, 47 percent) of people with ADHD got behavioral therapy for 5-7 years patients. The figure grew to nearly half (60 percent) among the youngest children (2-5 years old).
  • 64% of the DHD patients have other mental illnesses

Considerations related to culture, gender, age

  • Men are more often affected by ADHD, compared to females with a male to female ratio of around 4:1.
  • Hispanic Americans re more likely to be affected
  • European Americans re less likely to be affected
  • Symptoms appear to diminish with age.
  • Symptoms of hyperactivity dimmish almost completely
  • Attention deficit persists to adulthood, with patients remining inattentive and disorganized

Diagnostics and labs

  • There are usually no diagnostic tests for ADHD.
  • Diagnosis is usually made based on clinical presentation and evaluation.
  • Laboratory tests like liver function tests re often carried out to assess for liver function before initiating treatment

Differential diagnoses

Disorder Differentiating Features from ADHD
Oppositional Defiant and

Conduct Disorders

 

 Although he resists adult guidance at first, once involved in a task, he is able to persevere (sustain attention).

Has no hyperactive or impulsive tendencies. Behavioral issues are particularly severe at residence (defiance often directed primarily toward parents)
Learning disorders The symptoms are related to the academic environment and/or courses (e.g., reading groups).

Lacks a historical origin of hyperactivity and impulsivity-related difficulties (e.g., no violence or disruption).
Anxiety and mood disorders Problems with continuous (but not focused) attention. a history of these illnesses in the family (vs. a history of ADHD).

‘Overrestricted’ (not impulsive).

Symptoms appear after the age of seven (lacks preschool history of hyperactivity).

Disruptive conduct or instructor worries about restlessness, impulsivity, or attention problems are usually not included in school performance. Study Guide for ADHD Disorder
Autism Internal (rather than exterior) stimuli cause distractible inattention. Worsening in concentration and alertness over time is not as apparent.

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Pharmacological treatments, including any side effects

ADHD can be treated using antidepressants, or stimulants

Methylphenidate

  • Methylphenidate (MPH), sometimes known as Ritalin or Concerta, is an FDA-approved medicine that is recommended for treatment of ADHD.

Side effects

  • Appetite inhibition, stomach pain, sleeplessness, and migraine are some of the most prevalent side effects of stimulants, but they are normally endurable enough to proceed taking the drug (Shier et al., 2012).
  • As a stimulant, there is an increased threat of misuse, particularly among those who already have a trouble with substance abuse.
  • As a result, it is critical to keep an eye on the risk of misuse both before and throughout treatment.
  • Assessing development variables in infants and teenagers prior to any psychoactive therapy with continuous surveillance through repetitive assessments of bodyweight and their shifts over time, and pretreatment reviewing and monitoring of heartbeat and blood pressure is important, holding the risks and advantages in mind (Inglis et al., 2016).

Bupropion

  • Bupropion is an off-label dopamine and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (NDRI) that has been demonstrated to be a viable non-stimulant option for the management of ADHD in teenagers, with multiple reports of excellent results.

Side effects

  • Drowsiness, constipation, vomiting, loss of weight, myalgia, migraine, nervousness, sweating, anorexia, tinnitus, and high blood pressure are all frequent Bupropion side effects, but most of them go away on their own.
  • Because of the lack of evidence of effectiveness and safety, as with any antidepressant, it is critical to evaluate for suicidal thoughts and educate caregivers of the danger so they can keep an eye on their children. Study Guide for ADHD Disorder
  • Suicide is a significant concern for teenagers using antidepressants (Kweon & Kim, 2019).

Nonpharmacological treatments

  • Parent training in behavior management (PTBM), which fosters parent-child psychotherapy and assists parents improve their parental practices and create a better connection with their kids, is one of the most prevalent behavioral therapies.
  • Parents are trained to notice troublesome activities in their kids and to use nonphysical tactics such as commercial breaks to prevent undesired behaviors while rewarding good actions with good focus and appreciation (Shrestha et al., 2020).

Pertinent patient education considerations

  • Parents whose children suffer from ADHD are educated on how to support the child as well as foster their development by;
  • Keeping in touch with the child’s teacher on a frequent basis.
  • Maintaining a daily plan that includes schoolwork, food, and outside activities at regular intervals.
  • Making schedule alterations ahead of time rather than at the last minute.
  • Reducing the number of distractions in the child’s surroundings.
  • Ensuring the youngster eats a balanced, healthful diet that includes lots of fiber and other minerals.
  • Ascertain that the youngster receives adequate rest.
  • Good conduct should be praised and rewarded.
  • Provide the youngster with clear and consistent rules.

Legal and ethical considerations

  • The process of establishing restrictions for children’s consent to treatment, particularly mental health care, is in disarray.
  • Confidentiality is a challenge since, in certain situations, data may be disclosed without agreement due to worries regarding child safety, lawbreaking, or danger to others.
  • Hyperactivity often causes ethical difficulties between beneficence/nonmaleficence and fairness for professionals. Before a diagnosis, instructors may inform therapists that the kid will not be permitted to return to school until treated, or that a diagnosis is necessary before special schooling services are made accessible. Victims with hyperactive impulsivity may seek vengeance privately or officially via the courts.
  • Limited evidence on some of the treatment’s methods, the risks my be way too much that the benefits

 

Comorbidities

Several mental health disorders coexist with ADHD . Study Guide for ADHD Disorder

 

References

Inglis, S. K., Carucci, S., Garas, P., Häge, A., Banaschewski, T., Buitelaar, J. K., … & Coghill, D. C. (2016). Prospective observational study protocol to investigate long-term adverse effects of methylphenidate in children and adolescents with ADHD: the Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Drugs Use Chronic Effects (ADDUCE) study. BMJ open, 6(4), e010433.

Kweon, K., & Kim, H. W. (2019). Effectiveness and Safety of Bupropion in Children and Adolescents with Depressive Disorders: A Retrospective Chart Review. Clinical psychopharmacology and neuroscience : the official scientific journal of the Korean College of Neuropsychopharmacology, 17(4), 537–541. https://doi.org/10.9758/cpn.2019.17.4.537

Shier, A. C., Reichenbacher, T., Ghuman, H. S., & Ghuman, J. K. (2013). Pharmacological treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents: clinical strategies. Journal of central nervous system disease, 5, JCNSD-S6691.

Shrestha, M., Lautenschleger, J., & Soares, N. (2020). Non-pharmacologic management of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents: a review. Translational pediatrics, 9(Suppl 1), S114–S124. https://doi.org/10.21037/tp.2019.10.01 Study Guide for ADHD Disorder

Strategies For Academic Portfolios

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Strategies For Academic Portfolios

RE: Discussion – Week 8 

Strategies

A nursing portfolio is a tremendous asset to building confidence in your career. It preserves your educational, clinical, and professional achievements. It is a documentation of your skills and nursing experiences. One strategy to adopt when creating and enhancing a nursing portfolio is to chronologically detail the history of your professional career (Davis, 2015). Placing the events in order shows clinical development, experience, and growth. Another strategy is to list certifications, credentials, and any continuing education that has improved your career as a nurse in a specific field or with a particular population. A final strategy is to utilize the nursing portfolio as a guide and goal for the future years of your career (Davis, 2015). Establishing promotions you want to achieve,  certifications you wish to obtain, licenses you wish to earn, and courses to improve your nursing licensure will guide your career path (Davis, 2015). Listing these goals shows future employers’ drive and determination. Strategies For Academic Portfolios 

Emphasis on Social Change

The Walden University Center for Social Change is meant to be a connective hub that promotes, facilitates, and supports collaborative alliances (Walden University, n.d.). As a nurse, you can view your colleagues, professors, and mentors as your hub. By networking, you promote, facilitate and support future alliances. Walden University’s social change mission focuses on action research and projects that lead to sustainable positive social change. As nurses, we must be active in policy and quality improvement. We can contribute to this positive social change and add to the community by remaining active. Strategies For Academic Portfolios

References

 

Davis, C. (2015). Developing a professional nursing portfolio. Nursing Made Incredibly Easily, 13(1). doi: 10.1097/01.NME.0000457285.39465.5c

Walden University. (n.d.). About us. Center for Social Change. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/social-change/about-us

RE: Discussion – Week 8

According to Casey and Egan, a professional portfolio should be more than just a resume or curriculum vitae. A professional portfolio should be a collection of documents that provides evidence of how an individual has developed personally and professionally. Providing a portfolio to future employers or workplaces contributes to one’s professional development goals by showcasing an individual’s accomplishments and achievements (2010).

One strategy a student may integrate academic activities and accomplishments into one’s professional goals is by sharing clinical experiences (Hannans & Olivo, 2017). For example, when I begin my field experience requirements for the FNP pathway, I can include the facility where I shadowed for PRAC 6552 Advanced Nurse Practice in Reproductive Health Care Practicum. I can include that this practicum requires 160 hours at the site of choice and a requirement to see 100 GYN patients and 25 OB patients. I can also include that I am required to perform internal vaginal exams and breast exams during this practicum. I can also include any electronic documentation systems I used at this field site (Hannans & Olivo, 2017). Strategies For Academic Portfolios

Another strategy a student can include in one’s professional development plan is an expressed interest to join and actively participate in a professional organization. Professional organizations bring nurses together and allow nurses to use their voices to create change and serve the profession’s community (Walden University LLC., 2018). For example, I recently joined the Delaware Coalition of Nurse Practitioners organization as a student. From this membership, I can be kept up to date on any regulation/policy changes to the nursing field, any upcoming job opportunities, etc.

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Sharing one’s clinical experiences in a professional development plan contributes to Walden’s emphasis on social change by supporting the development of knowledgeable scholar-practitioners (Walden University, 2022). Walden’s academic requirements contribute to a student’s professional and educational advancement by using comprehensive, constructive academic programs such as the FNP specialization. Joining a professional nursing organization also contributes to Walden’s emphasis on social change by applying one’s ideas and voice to improve human and social conditions (Walden University, 2022).  Strategies For Academic Portfolios

 

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Walden University. (2022). Walden University Catalog. https://catalog.waldenu.edu/mime/media/193/6185/Catalog_Export_March_2022.pdf Strategies For Academic Portfolios