Question Description

Analyze how you fulfilled the following roles during your program:

• scientist

• detective

• manager of the healing environment

Discuss how you have grown professionally since the beginning of your program.

Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your professional definition of quality and safety developed in Professional Roles and Values, including any necessary changes to your definition.

a. Discuss how the program assisted you in developing your professional definition.

b. Identify the artifacts (ATTACHED –artifact 1) in your portfolio that support your definition.

c. Explain how these artifacts support your definition from part B1.

Discuss the importance of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) certificate for your future role as a professional nurse.

(the certificate is about IMPROVEMENT CAPABILITY, PATIENT SAFETY, LEADERSHIP, PERSON- AND FAMILY-CENTERED CARE, TRIPLE AIM FOR POPULATIONS, AND QUALITY, COST, AND VALUE)

1. Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your professional definition of evidence-based practice developed in Professional Roles and Values, including any necessary changes to your definition.

a. Discuss how the program assisted you in developing your professional definition.

b. Identify the artifacts (ATTACHED – artifact 2) in your portfolio that support your definition.

c. Explain how these artifacts support your definition from part C1.

2. Reflect (suggested length of 1 page) on your understanding of evidence-based practice and applied nursing research by doing the following:

a. Discuss how you are able to evaluate current primary research and apply the concepts to your nursing practice, considering the following:

• relevancy and believability of data

• differences between quality improvement and research (places and uses of each)

• differences between primary and secondary research and resources and the implications of each in clinical practice

b. Explain how your experience in the program helped you achieve excellence in evidence-based practice.

Question Description

Identifying Research Components

The focus of this week’s assignment is identifying research components. You will be responsible for reviewing two articles (listed below) and completing the following tasks for each one:

• Summarize each article utilizing the Week 2 research template.
• Identify and describe the problem, purpose, and hypothesis or research questions of each study.
• Analyze and discuss the significance of the research to nursing practice.
• Identify two details to support the research as qualitative or quantitative.
• NOTE: If a component is absent, student receives a zero for that component.

Cite all sources in APA format.

Park, M., Cho, S., & Hong, H. (2015). Prevalence and perpetrators of workplace violence by nursing unit and the relationship between violence and the perceived work environment. Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 47(1), 87-95. doi: 10.1111/jnu.12112

Turk, M., Fapohunda, A., & Zoucha, R. (2015). Using photovoice to explore Nigerian immigrants’ eating and physical activity in the United States. Journal of Nursing Scholarship, 47(1), 16-24. doi: 10.1111/jnu.12105

NSG3036 W2A2

Research Template

Name

Cite both articles reviewed in APA style:

***In the template, any direct quotes from the articles needs to only include the page number.

Week 2 Template	Quantitative Article	Qualitative Article
Summarize the two assigned articles. In a paragraph, describe in your own words what the study was about and what the researchers found.
Identify and describe the problem for each article
Identified the purpose statement for each article
Identified hypothesis and/orresearch questions depending on the methodology used in the articles.
After analyzing, discuss each article’s significance to nursing practice.
Identify two details to support the study being quantitative or qualitative

W2A2 Rubric

		Unsatisfactory1	Emerging2	Proficient3	Exemplary4	Score
	Assignment Components
	Summarized the research articles.	Provided no or minimal summary for the research articles.	Summarized the research articles. The important details are provided, but overall the summaries are incomplete.	Accurately summarized the research articles covering most details.	Accurate and complete summary provided on the research articles, using specific details for all the points covered.	[Score x 8 = 32 pts]
	Identified and described the problem for each article.	The description is too incomplete to provide a clear picture of the problem.	The important details are provided, but overall the identification is incomplete.	Accurately identified and described the problem for each article. More details could have been used to support the identification.	Accurately identified and described the problem for each article. Specific details are used to support the identification.	[Score x 4 = 16 pts]
	Identified the purpose statement for each article.	The purpose statement for each article is incomplete and not too clear.	The purpose statement for each article is somewhat clear and correct.	The purpose statement identified for each article is clear and correct.	The purpose statement identified for each article is clear, concise, and accurate.	[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
	Identified the hypothesis and/or research questions depending on the methodology used in the articles.	The description for the identified hypothesis or research question for each article is incomplete and not too clear.	The description for the identified hypothesis or research question for each article is somewhat clear and correct.	The description for the identified hypothesis or research question for each article is clear and correct.	The description for the identified hypothesis or research question for each article is clear, concise, and accurate.	[Score x 3 = 12 pts]
	After analyzing, discuss each article’s significance to nursing practice.	Discussion of each article’s significance was not relevant to nursing.	Discussion of each article’s significance was relevant to nursing and mostly clear.	Discussion of each article’s significance was relevant to nursing and was clear.	Discussion of each article’s significance to nursing was brought out clearly, demonstrating a deep understanding of nursing concepts.	[Score x 3 = 12 pts]
	Identify two details to support the study being quantitative or qualitative	Less than two details were provided or the details provided are inaccurate.	The two examples provided are incomplete or unclear.	Only one detail was provided, but it was correct.	The two details provided were clear, concise and accurate.	[Score x 4 = 16pts]
	Written Components
Organization	Did not follow template format	Followed format of template for some criteria	Followed format of template for most criteria	Followed format of template	[Score x 1 = 4 pts]
Usage and MechanicsGrammarSpellingSentence structure	Writing contains numerous errors in spelling, grammar, and/or sentence structure that severely interferes with readability and comprehension.	Errors in spelling and grammar exist that somewhat interfere with readability and/or comprehension.	Writing follows conventions of spelling and grammar throughout. Errors are infrequent and do not interfere with readability or comprehension.	The paper is basically error free in terms of mechanics. Grammar and mechanics help establish a clear idea and aid the reader in following the writer’s logic.	[Score x 3 =12 pts]
APA ElementsAttributionParaphrasingQuotations	No attempt at APA format.	APA format is attempted to paraphrase, quote, and cite, but errors are significant.	Using APA format, accurately paraphrased, quoted, and cited in many spots throughout when appropriate or called for. Errors present are somewhat minor.	Using APA format, accurately paraphrased, quoted, and cited throughout the presentation when appropriate or called for. Only a few minor errors present.	[Score x 2 = 8 pts]
				Subtotal
Timeliness					Late Work penalty:
				Total Score	/ 120

Question Description

Safety HazardYesNo

• Are medications safely stored and adequately labeled?______
• Are throw rugs, area rugs, and flooring materials secured?______
• Is there adequate lighting in each room?______
• Are there telephone cords or electrical cords in walkways?______
• Do the entry doors locks with deadbolts?______
• Are combustibles, such as newspapers, stored ______
• Is there adequate space around space heaters?______
• Are there exposed heating pipes?______
• Is the room/house heated cooled adequately and safely?______
• Is water heater set at 120F or lower?
• Is there a portable fire extinguisher available in the kitchen?______
• Do occupants who are smokers demonstrate safe handling
• Does the gas at the stove, furnace , and space heater work properly?______
• Are walkways clear, sturdy and wide enough to walk safely (using assistive devices
• If burglar bars are present on doors and/or windows, will they bend for
• Is there a phone within easy reach?______
• Is there a working smoke detector near the kitchen and near each sleeping area?______
• Dos the bathtub have a non-skid surface?______
• If oxygen is in use in the hours, are all occupants aware of oxygen and cord safety?______
• Are all occupants able to safely exit the home in five minutes or less?______
• Are guns or weapons safely stored?______
• Are there secure handrails on stairs?______
• If a ramp is needed, is one present and safely constructed?______

at least three feet from stove, fireplace or heater?

of cigarettes, lighters and matches?______

if necessary)?______

Emergency exit or is the key close by?______

Sanitation Hazards

• Is there indoor running water?______
• Is food stored properly?______
• Are there indoor toilet facilities?______
• Do the stove and/or microwave operate properly?______
• Is trash picked up on a regular scheduled basis?______
• Is the water in the kitchen, bathroom and utility are working properly
• Are there signs of rodent or pest infestation?______
• Is there adequate refrigeration?______
• Comments:

each room?______

Modifications recommended after your assessment_____________________________________________________________

What surprised you when doing your home safety assessment?

Why are home safety assessments important for a public health nurse to know and do?

What kind of teaching/topics can you see would be important for a public health nurse to do as a result of a home safety assessment?

ASSESSMENTComplete a home safety/home environmental assessment using the tool provided (20)Assess and describe the family’s level of Emergency Preparedness (5)Assessment – Provide a brief summary about the family including the following information:Type of familyDescribe the family functionsDescribe the family structureIs the family healthy or dysfunctional? (10)Health Risk Appraisal – Conduct a family health risk appraisal assessing for the presence of specific factors in each of the categories that have been identified as being associated with an increased likelihood of an illness (Biological/age-related health risk, Environmental risk, Behavioral risk(5)Identify at least 5 resources/strengths the family possesses. (5)Identify and list at least top 5 family needs. Prioritize the identified needs. (10)INTERVENTIONDesign a detailed culturally appropriate intervention plan for 1 or more of the needs identified and list specific public/community health nursing roles you would employ in addressing the family need (from intervention wheel – home visits, screening, case management, etc.). Include the level of prevention you used (primary, secondary or tertiary). (10)Review literature and select one article from the literature in support of the identified intervention.Use the article to support your design and attach the article.(5)Implement the intervention with the family, providing appropriate resources as indicated. (5)Evaluation- Develop an evaluation plan for the intervention and include recommendations for the future. Follow-up with the family to conduct an initial evaluation of the intervention. (5)	80
Organization StructureIncludes purpose in introduction.Paper is logically arranged with introduction, body, and summary.Subsections and paragraphs reflect the main idea.Transitions occur between thoughts.	10
Literacy and StyleUses professional vocabulary.Uses correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and capitalization.Maintains economy of expression.	5
APATitle page is correct.Page numbering is accurate.Page header is appropriate.Citation of references in text is correct.Direct quotesParaphrasingReference list follows APA format.Citations in text are included on reference listReference list citations are included in text	5
Final Grade	100

Question Description

Not so many years ago, nurses wore white uniforms and stiff white caps. They gave up their chairs for physicians at the nurse’s station. They cared for patients who stayed in the hospital for days or weeks to recuperate from surgery. They received a technical education, often in a diploma program, and carried out task-based nursing duties. This picture is as antiquated now as today’s nursing model will be in 20 years. In this module, you studied the role nursing plays in healthcare delivery. Tasks: Conduct an interview with a nurse manager and discuss today’s nursing roles in the healthcare delivery system compared to roles 5, 10, 15, and 20 years ago. Include questions in the interview that address the responsibilities of a nurse manager and the role’s accountability. Include the interviewee’s thoughts on cost containment within the healthcare delivery system. Write a 2- to 3-page interview report. In your report, include the following: •Identification and description of today’s nursing roles in the healthcare delivery system compared to roles 5, 10, 15, and 20 years ago. •Explanation of the responsibilities of a nurse manager. •Description of the accountability associated with nurse manager. •Explanation of the interviewee’s thoughts on cost containment within the healthcare delivery system. Support your findings with examples and scholarly readings or articles .Apply APA 6th ed. standards to citation of sources.

Question Description

Research a health care organization or a network that spans several states within the U.S. (Example: United Healthcare, Vanguard, Banner Healthcare, etc.).

Harvard Business Review Online and Hoover’s Company Records, found in the GCU Library, are useful sources. You may also find pertinent information on your organization’s webpage.

Review “Singapore Airlines Case Study.”

Prepare a 1,000-1250-word paper that focuses on the organization or network you have selected.

Your essay should assess the readiness of the health care organization or network in addressing the health care needs of citizens in the next decade, and include a strategic plan that addresses issues pertaining to network growth, nurse staffing, resource management, and patient satisfaction. Provide a comparison to the health care organization or network and the Singapore Airlines. Include any cultural issues that may influence the practices listed above.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, . An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.