Assess how the creation of a healthy work environment promotes nurse satisfaction and retention. Evaluate how corrective action can be used to improve staff performance. Analyze causes for the current nursing shortage and its impact on nurse staffing.

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Sustaining a Healthy Work Environment

It is important that all nurse function as leaders in promoting a healthy work environment.  Although managers must be involved in promoting a healthy work environment, morale, productivity, and job satisfaction of the team is a daily task and is shared by all members of the team, not just the leadership.

Nurses make up the majority of the workforce in acute care settings, such as hospitals.  Nurses have the power to influence the development of a culture of safety and support for all staff working in their organization.

 

Discussion Board Objectives

  1. Assess how the creation of a healthy work environment promotes nurse satisfaction and retention (Course Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
  2. Evaluate how corrective action can be used to improve staff performance (Course Objectives 1, 2, 3, 5 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 5, 6, 8)
  3. Analyze causes for the current nursing shortage and its impact on nurse staffing (Course Objectives 2, 4, 5 and Student Learning Objectives 3, 5, 7)
  4. Compare and contrast team activities the nurse leader can promote that improve staff satisfaction (Course Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8)
  5. Develop innovative approaches to staffing (Course Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 7)

Read

Textbook Murray, E. (2017). Nursing leadership and management. Chapter 10, 11, 12

 

Identify three major components of the Medicare and Medicaid programs and, based on these components, identify at least two patient coverage gaps for each of the programs.

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Components of the Medicare and Medicaid programs

Identify three major components of the Medicare and Medicaid programs and, based on these components, identify at least two patient coverage gaps for each of the programs. Be clear when you describe the coverage and the gaps as they may relate to specific ages, patient populations, or disease entities. Use primary sources to identify the components and the gaps. Additionally, discuss your stand (criticize or defend) regarding the relevance of the Social Security program to the American public. Should the program be left alone, modified, drastically changed, or eliminated? Provide the rationale and use facts to defend your position.

Describe the process by which fluid and electrolytes maintain homeostasis at the cellular level. Identify tonicity of common IV fluids and their uses. Include how the tonicity affects fluid shifts at a cellular level.

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Fluid and Electrolytes

Describe the process by which fluid and electrolytes maintain homeostasis at the cellular level.
Identify tonicity of common IV fluids and their uses. Include how the tonicity affects fluid shifts at a cellular level.
Identify nursing assessment and care of the patient with fluid and electrolyte disturbances who require I.V. therapy.

Describe the process by which fluid and electrolytes maintain homeostasis at the cellular level. Consider osmosis, diffusion, intra and extra cellular pathophysiology.

Identify tonicity of common IV fluids and their uses. Include how the tonicity affects fluid shifts at a cellular level. Consider hypertonic, isotonic, hypotonic and colloid solutions.

Identify nursing assessment and care of the patient with fluid and electrolyte disturbances who require I.V. therapy. What will you monitor? What are priorities?

Relate the potential of utilizing cannabis as medicine on the global scale as it relates to supporting environmental justice and sustainability.

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Ubiquitous Utilization of Cannabis Medicine

This first paper will be 3-5 pages long, not including cover page and reference list. A variety of topics gleaned from the course content, with professor’s approval, will be acceptable as topics for the first written paper assignment. Students are directed to reflect on and synthesize what they have learned in other courses that relate to this course on medicinal cannabis.

After that, 2.5 points will be deducted from the grade for this submission for every 24 hour period it is late.

Use correct grammar and write in the style that your program has instructed you. For nursing majors, that will be APA style.

Make sure to include an introduction, discussion and summary in your written work. Topics may include, but are not limited to the following:

1) Relate the potential of utilizing cannabis as medicine on the global scale as it relates to supporting environmental justice and sustainability. Title this paper: Ubiquitous Utilization of Cannabis Medicine: Unlimited Potential for Supporting Environmental Justice and Sustainability

2) An article listed on course reference list

3) An article from SU School of Law site: https://law.seattleu.edu/search-results?q=cannabis (Links to an external site.)

4) A deeper dive into cannabis history and the history of the US in the prohibition era

5) Customize an idea for a paper with pre-approval from professor

Of the three change models—PDSA, Kotter, or Rogers—which would you choose to use and why? What makes the other two less useful? What influence did your leadership profile have on your choices?

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Hayden Week 6

You are the CNO of your current healthcare organization and have been told that the current organizational structure of the nursing department is “top heavy,” resulting in financial loss for the institution in the last fiscal year. You’ve been instructed to restructure the department to flatten the line to reduce expenses. You must decide how you will do it and how you will implement the change.

Describe the decision-making framework or model you will choose and the rationale for choosing it.

Of the three change models—PDSA, Kotter, or Rogers—which would you choose to use and why? What makes the other two less useful? What influence did your leadership profile have on your choices?

Summarize five new key data collection terms that you found in the research reports that you are using in your proposal. Discuss the advantages and potential bias of the data collection methods used in the research reports.

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Module 5: Discussion — Data Collection, Quality and Measurement

Summarize five (5) new key data collection terms (starts on p.167) that you found in the research reports that you are using in your proposal. Discuss the advantages and potential bias of the data collection methods used in the research reports.

Read a research report for critique. In your own words, list one strength and one weakness of the data collection method if any.

Discuss the epidemiologic triangle as it relates to the communicable disease you have selected. Include the host factors, agent factors (presence or absence), and environmental factors. Are there any special considerations or notifications for the community, schools, or general population?

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Communicable Disease Chain

Write a paper (2,000-2,500 words) in which you apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a communicable disease. Refer to “Communicable Disease Chain,” “Chain of Infection,” and the CDC website for assistance when completing this assignment.

Communicable Disease Selection

Chickenpox
Tuberculosis
Influenza
Mononucleosis
Hepatitis B
HIV
Ebola
Measles
Polio
Influenza
Epidemiology Paper Requirements

Describe the chosen communicable disease, including causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment, and the demographic of interest (mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence). Is this a reportable disease? If so, provide details about reporting time, whom to report to, etc.

Describe the social determinants of health and explain how those factors contribute to the development of this disease.

Discuss the epidemiologic triangle as it relates to the communicable disease you have selected. Include the host factors, agent factors (presence or absence), and environmental factors. Are there any special considerations or notifications for the community, schools, or general population?

Explain the role of the community health nurse (case finding, reporting, data collection, data analysis, and follow-up) and why demographic data are necessary to the health of the community.

Identify at least one national agency or organization that addresses the communicable disease chosen and describe how the organizations contribute to resolving or reducing the impact of disease.

Discuss a global implication of the disease. How is this addressed in other countries or cultures? Is this disease endemic to a particular area? Provide an example.

What factors might you consider in supporting Mr. Smith’s self-care?

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Case Study Analysis Journal – Mr. Smith

Journal Prompt

You are conducting an assessment with Mr. Smith 45 years old known Diabetic with visual impairment. You gathered information that reveals that he is homeless and spends nights in a local shelter. He is unable to comply with his diabetes medication or ensure adequate diet to control his blood sugar. What factors might you consider in supporting Mr. Smith’s self-care?

Post your response in 250-500 words and use APA referencing for citations.

In reference to RNAO BPG recommendations in enhancing healthy adolescent development, what should be discussed to help support his feelings and need to belong?

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Case Study Analysis Journal – Adolescence & Need to Belong

Journal Prompt

A sixteen-year-old Don wants very much to belong and to be accepted by his peers. He expresses concern when his peers begin to plan a party with alcohol and drugs. In reference to RNAO BPG recommendations in enhancing healthy adolescent development, what should be discussed to help support his feelings and need to belong?

RNAO. (2002). Enhancing healthy adolescent development: Summary of recommendations. (pp. 8-10). https://rnao.ca/sites/rnao-ca/files/storage/related/588_BPG_Adolescent_summary_.pdf

Post your response in 250-500 words and use APA referencing for citations.

Identify an individual who uses herbal/nutritional supplement/element therapy from the list above and conduct an interview. Describe the individual’s perception of how the supplement impacts his or her health, including benefits realized and any side effects or adverse reactions.

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Herbal and Nutritional Supplements: Where is the Proof ?

Instructions

Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.

For this discussion, address the following prompts. Please write paper as if you are the one being interviewed.
You will conduct an interview with a consumer of an herbal or a nutritional supplemental, or an element such as a vitamin or mineral. You will present the results of the interview and compare what the person told you with scientifically-based research findings for your classmates as part of your initial discussion.

Watch the film by Dr. Bauer, Herbal Supplements, Segment 3 of The Science of Integrative Medicine. You may need to create a Kanopy account, which is a free account.
Peruse and use applicable portions of Part 3: Evaluating Alternative Therapies of the textbook The Biblical Guide to Alternative Medicine, Chapter 18.
Read the article, “Using Dietary Supplements Wisely” at the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) website.
Read the description of the Dietary Supplemental Health and Education Act of 1994.
Explore a topic using the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)
or another reputable website
Read the article (Optional), “CR Reports: Tumeric and Echinecea”
View the video (Optional) Self-Medicating: Herbal Supplements
View the video (Optional) Inside the Pill: Startling Facts about Dietary Supplements. Note: You may need to log in with your MyIWU login.

Select one of the following herbs/elements to investigate (select only one):
Nutritional supplements, e.g., high protein drinks to ‘build muscle’
Other nutritional supplements for common conditions such as high lipids, hot flashes, tinea pedis, arthritis, etc.
Vitamins/mega vitamins
Energy drinks
Essential oils/ aromatherapy: e.g., lavender to help sleep
Medicinal marijuana

Identify an individual who uses herbal/nutritional supplement/element therapy from the list above and conduct an interview. In the report, include the following information:
A succinct synopsis of the health need of the individual, the herbal/nutritional supplement element they use, and the person’s rationale for its use. (Protect the interviewee’s identity by not including a name or disclosing how you know them, but include their age and gender).

Describe the individual’s perception of how the supplement impacts his or her health, including benefits realized and any side effects or adverse reactions.
Based on your review of related literature and evidence-based findings (suggestions for resources are above), clearly state what you learned about the following:
Reasons he or she uses the supplement/element, and the resultant health impact
Efficacy of the supplement or element and health benefits vs. what the interviewee’s perceived the benefits were
Safety of the product

Health risks and contraindications
Side effects\interactions with other traditionally prescribed pharmacological agents
Record the interviewee’s responses as a personal communication (See APA Manual, pp. 260-261). NO NEED TO DO INTERVIEW OR RECORD
Write another paragraph in which you share your findings about the significance of the Dietary Supplement Health Education Act (DSHEA).
Explain what DSHEA is and whether you think it is effective in protecting the citizens of the U.S.
Explain how DSHEA affected the availability of the herb\element you discussed in your post.