Discuss the individuals’ relevant determinants of health and factors that have shaped their overall health experience.

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Human Health Experience paper

Instructions for Human Health experience Paper

maximum 2500 words (including title and reference page) in APA format.

 

  • Briefly (maximum 1 page) Describe the human health experience of the guest speaker
  • Include the details of what happened to them physically as well as their feelings, thoughts, and actions at the
  • Use a pseudonym or initials for the guest speaker and NOT their real name

 

  • Discuss the individuals’ relevant determinants of health and factors that have shaped their overall health experience (for example – family concerns, economic considerations, occupational issues, healthcare resource limitations).

 

Describe the abstract concepts that stood out in the individual’s narrative. (Choose any 3 out of these four concepts)

  1. Powerlessness
  2. Spirituality
  3. Coping
  4. Vulnerability

 

  • Select 3 abstract concepts and elaborate on them in ( SEE ABOVE)

 

This section should be the focus and the body of the paper!

  • Reflect and discuss your assumptions (based on your personal experience, knowledge or prior professional experience) as to how they relate to the selected

 

  • Compare and contrast how aspects specific to the concepts or elements you have identified, differ from your own

 

  • Discuss how your review of the relevant nursing literature supports or identifies contradictory aspects of the concepts or elements you have identified from the speaker’s narrative and your

 

Discuss the influence the IOM report and state-based action coalitions have had on nursing practice, nursing education, and nursing workforce development, and how they continue to advance the goals for the nursing profession.

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The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health

Review the IOM report, “The Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health,” and explore the “Campaign for Action: State Action Coalition” website. In a 1,000-1,250 word paper, discuss the influence the IOM report and state-based action coalitions have had on nursing practice, nursing education, and nursing workforce development, and how they continue to advance the goals for the nursing profession.

Include the following:

Describe the work of the Robert Wood Foundation Committee Initiative that led to the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.”

Outline the four “Key Messages” that structure the IOM Report recommendations. Explain how these have transformed or influenced nursing practice, nursing education and training, nursing leadership, and nursing workforce development.

Provide examples.

Discuss the role of state-based action coalitions. Explain how these coalitions help advance the goals specified in the IOM report, “Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health.”

Research the initiatives on which your state’s action coalition is working. Summarize two initiatives spearheaded by your state’s action coalition. Discuss the ways these initiatives advance the nursing profession.

Describe barriers to advancement that currently exist in your state and explain how nursing advocates in your state overcome these barriers.

You are required to cite a minimum of three sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years, appropriate for the assignment criteria, and relevant to nursing practice.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. 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.

Describe your plans to alter your professional and/or personal obligations to have the time needed for graduate study, including the required clinical experiences. Identify one issue in the United States health care system and discuss the role of advanced nursing practice in addressing this issue.

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Professional career goals

• Discuss two (2) professional career goals, identifying how your professional experiences to date have prepared you for graduate study at Pace University and how the graduate program will assist you in meeting these goals.

• Describe your plans to alter your professional and/or personal obligations to have the time needed for graduate study, including the required clinical experiences.

• Identify one issue in the United States health care system and discuss the role of advanced nursing practice in addressing this issue.

Critically evaluate contemporary nursing practice and justify the need for future development in light of current evidence and policy direction in the field of adult nursing.

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Dignity from the service users perspective

For this assignment, you will conduct a narrative literature review of 4000 words on a topic that is related to Service users’ perspective.  interprofessional team working

Research topic: Dignity from a service user’s perspective

Aim– The aim is to identify, analyse and synthesise the qualitative evidence of dignity views and factors affecting it from the service users perspective in the context of nursing care and to compare synthesised finding from both nurses and older service users perspective in hospitals.

The essay should include;

1.Introduction

-Have an essay topic sentence that sets the whole scene

-Background information to elaborate the rationale for your
-chosen topic. Explain how the assignment developed and why a literature review on your chosen topic is.
-Mention how this literature review will contribute to your field of adultnursing.
-Mention which theme you have chosen (service user theme).

-State the aim of the essay, followed by sentences that tell the reader how you are going to achieve this. This can be done by presenting or introducing to the reader, in a chronological order, what you will be discussing throughout the essay.

2.Search strategy 300 words

To include;

-The types and nature of literature searched

-Search engines and databases used

-The use of Boolean operators (e.g. AND, OR, NOT), truncation, etc.

–  List the keywords used together with the Boolean operators, truncation or quotation marks used in searching.

– Search parameters/limiters applied (filters) e.g. date range, English language, peer-reviewed, country/ies of publication.

– Present the retrieval rate i.e. (1) the number of results from the initial search, (2) the number of results after applying limiters, and then (3) the final number of studies that you will review.

– Explain the criteria for including those particular studies in the review. In other words, state how you narrowed down the number of studies that you will review and how you were able to pick out the literature that is most relevant to the topic.

– The critical appraisal tool used

3.Review of the literature 2500 words

-Compare and contrast analyses made by the authors of the literature

· Identify any strengths, weakness or limitations of the literature (e.g. critically appraising the methodology used in the study, sampling method, the findings of the study, etc.)

· Offer your interpretation and judgement of the evidence.Present your analyses and arguments based on the knowledge you have gained from the literature.

· Present your appraisal of the literature with the help of the critical appraisal tool that you used.

· Remember, you must read each literature in detail for you to create a comprehensive body of knowledge in your essay. And from that body of knowledge, you will then generate your analyses, arguments and conclusions.

4.Summary 500 words

In this section, you are expected to draw together the key findings and judgements that you have made from your review of the literature section, and the implications of your findings to your field of nursing.There is no need to introduce new literature here as you are basically condensing the 2500 words that you used in your review of the literature section into 500 words. The purpose of this is to highlight your key findings, analyses, arguments and judgements based on the review that you have conducted. This is where the synthesis of the literature can be clearly established.

5.Conclusion 200 words

Revisit the aim of your essay, was it achieved?
– Reflect on your review, did it answer your research question?
– Evaluate the body of knowledge that you have produced, does it satisfy your research topic? Or did you identify gaps?
– If the literature doesn’t satisfy your research topic or if they not comprehensive enough, what do you recommend?

Ps-To consider

-Critically evaluate contemporary nursing practice and justify the need for future development in light of current evidence and policy direction in the field of adult nursing.

-Demonstrate the ability to assess and evaluate the delivery of care to individuals with complex health needs in the field of adult nursing.

-Critically evaluate the skills required by the nurse to engage and involve individuals, families and communities in decisions regarding their health and well-being in the field of adult nursing.

-Demonstrate the knowledge and skills required by the nurse when advocating for and on behalf of service users/clients in the field of adult nursing.

-Critically appraise the skills required for partnership working with service users / clients and other professionals in the field of adult nursing.

-Reflect on individual professional development within the field of adult nursing, and identify ongoing personal training and development needs

 

Provide an example of a non‐healing interaction that occurred between you and a coworker or patient. How did you handle the situation? What information from the literature could you have used in the situation?

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Non-Healing Behavior and Communication.

  • Provide an example of a non‐healing interaction that occurred between you and a coworker or patient.
  • How did you handle the situation?
  • What information from the literature could you have used in the situation?
  • Explain why these were effective.
  • Use examples and references from at least three sources of literature.

Completion:

The initial discussion posting should be at least five paragraphs. The initial discussion posting should be typed, copied, pasted, and entered in the discussion forum space.  Attach the word document.

To successfully complete the discussion forum, you must post your initial discussion and reply to TWO different student posts by the due date in Moodle. Spread your responses to other student posting over three days to get a variety of postings to respond to.

Support your narrative with citations and references with information from your text or the literature. The student is to observe rules of grammar, spelling, and punctuation and demonstrate a good writing style and flow as established by the APA Style Manual.

 

In determining the cause of the ankle pain, based on your knowledge of anatomy, what foot structures are likely involved? What other symptoms need to be explored? What are your differential diagnoses for ankle pain?

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CASE STUDY ANKLE

Evaluate abnormal musculoskeletal findings
Apply concepts, theories, and principles relating to health assessment techniques and diagnoses for the musculoskeletal system
Evaluate musculoskeletal X-Ray imaging
Case 2: Ankle PAIN

A 46-year-old female reports pain in both of her ankles, but she is more concerned about her right ankle. She was playing soccer over the weekend and heard a “pop.” She is able to bear weight, but it is uncomfortable. In determining the cause of the ankle pain, based on your knowledge of anatomy, what foot structures are likely involved? What other symptoms need to be explored? What are your differential diagnoses for ankle pain? What physical examination will you perform? What special maneuvers will you perform? Should you apply the Ottawa ankle rules to determine if you need additional testing?

Demonstrate a critical understanding of the importance of individualised assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of post-anaesthesia care using evidence-based practice. Critically examine the need for effective communication to ensure safe transfer of patients into and out of the post-anaesthesia care unit.

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Mastectomy Surgical Case Study

INTRODUCTION

Welcome to module PUP 2230 Principles of Post-Anaesthetic Care.

On successful completion of all the elements within the module, you will be awarded 20 credits at Level 5.  

This module is intended to enable the student to develop knowledge and understanding of post-anaesthesia recovery. The core elements, in accordance with the AAGBI guidelines, will include communication, assessment and management of the airway, assessment and management of breathing, assessment and management of circulation, assessment of level of conscious, assessment and management of postoperative pain, nausea and vomiting, monitoring during recovery, intravenous access and fluid balance, applied knowledge of pharmacology in perioperative care, managing recovery emergencies and post-surgical care. This module will also cover some aspects of maintaining health and safety and clinical governance, safeguarding/child protection.

Throughout the module we will be your module leaders and our contact details are listed on this handbook cover.  If you wish to arrange a tutorial outside the timetabled support, please contact us to arrange an appointment.  This will ensure that we are available to see you and will prevent a wasted journey for yourself.

On behalf of all the staff within the Faculty of Health, Social Care and Medicine, we would like to offer you a warm welcome, we hope that you enjoy this module and wish you every success.

ONLINE LEARNING  

Module materials will be delivered via a web-based platform in keeping with the existing modules within the BSC ODP curriculum.  All classroom materials will be available from within the VLE as web pages. This offers the advantage of learning materials being available to students beyond the classroom thus enabling students to have additional learning opportunities should they miss a session or choose to revisit materials at a later date.  Web based materials will also include short videos and interactive case notes that form the basis of online discussion. Unit activities will be via asynchronous online discussion, which facilitates enhanced peer collaboration, sharing of ideas and reflection on practice.

  LEARNING OUTCOMES 

On successful completion of the module students will be able to:

 

  1. (ODP 2001) Apply the principles of pharmacology to perioperative care and demonstrate the ability to manage medicines safely. (HCPC 2.6, 10.1, 10.2, 14.8, 14.9)
  2. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the importance of individualised assessment, planning, delivery, and evaluation of post-anaesthesia care using evidence-based practice. (HCPC 4.1-4.3, 13.1-13.4, 13.7, 13.10, 13.14, 13.15, 14.2-14.3, 14.5-14.7, 14.10, 14.12)
  3. Critically examine the need for effective communication to ensure safe transfer of patients into and out of the post-anaesthesia care unit. (HCPC 7.1-7.3, 8.1-8.11, 9.19.5, 14.13-14.20, 14.25)
  4. Demonstrate the ability to adhere concisely to the requirements contained within the assessment brief

In inpatient pediatric psychiatric patients who are experiencing acute behavioral crisis, how does administering a PRN medication compared with a non-pharmacological intervention, affect the time and/or efficacy it takes for overall success of the resolution of the crisis behavior?

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Resolution of the crisis behavior

In inpatient pediatric psychiatric patients who are experiencing acute behavioral crisis, how does administering a PRN medication compared with a non-pharmacological intervention, affect the time and/or efficacy it takes for overall success of the resolution of the crisis behavior?

Describe a situation in the workplace that pertained to team effectiveness and culture of safety that you either observed or were a part of and how the nurse manager or leader responded.  Identify appropriate and inappropriate behaviors that were manifested. 

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Discussion Board 2: Managing Conflict and Team Building

An unhealthy work environment is predisposed to disruptive behaviors, errors and adverse outcomes, poor patient satisfaction, and increased problems with staff dissatisfaction and burnout.  All staff are responsible ethically and legally to promote a safe and healthy work environment that fosters respect and collaboration.

The goal of giving high-quality patient care and promoting a culture of safety for both staff and patients is of the highest priority for nursing staff.

This discussion allows the student to apply some of the principles learned in this course to actual situations.  It is important to feel confident about applying these principles to actual situations.

1 – Week Discussion Board Rubric

 

Discussion Board Objectives 

  1. Describe types of conflict observed in the workplace (Course Objectives 2, 4, 5 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 6, 8)
  2. Assess how the principles of conflict resolution apply (Course Objectives 2, 3, 4 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 5, 6, 8)
  3. Create applicable approaches to manage conflict (Course Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 6, 8)
  4. Evaluate types of workplace violence (Course Objectives 1, 2, 4, 5 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 5, 6, 7)
  5. Compare methods nurse leaders can utilize to create and sustain a healthy work environment (Course Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8)
  6. Develop the role of nurse leaders in fostering teamwork and collaboration (Course Objectives 1, 2, 3, 4 and Student Learning Objectives 1, 2, 4, 6, 8)

 

Learning Activities

Read: Murray, E. (2017).  Nursing leadership and management. Chapters 6, 14, and 15

Appreciative Inquiry: Building Teamwork and Leadership (Links to an external site.)

View the following videos:

Read the information on the following website and take the brief quiz

Directions:

  1. Describe a situation in the workplace that pertained to team effectiveness and culture of safety that you either observed or were a part of and how the nurse manager or leader responded.
  2. Identify appropriate and inappropriate behaviors that were manifested.
  3. What principles of conflict resolution were observed?
  4. Describe the outcome of the situation and whether or not it contributed to a healthy work environment and culture of safety.
  5. Give an example of how AI could be used to focus on a positive resolution.
  6. If the situation had an undesirable outcome, discuss strategies and principles of conflict resolution that could have improved the outcome.