Describe the key demographics of the population sampled and identify the inclusion and exclusion criteria for participants.

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It is important that you are able to identify, describe, and discuss the data collection and data analysis methodology used by researchers. For this milestone, dive deep into the research methods used by the authors of the study that you have selected to analyze for your final project.

For this milestone assignment, address the following in regard to the article you have selected for the final project:

Identify whether the study design is experimental or observational. Support your identification with examples from the study.

Identify the methods used to collect the data and explain why the methods are appropriate based on the research question.

Identify the data collected as quantitative or categorical. Support your identification with examples from the study.

Discuss the potential weaknesses of the data collection method used. Support your discussion with specific details.

Identify the data analysis methods used and explain why the methods are appropriate based on the research question.

Discuss the potential weaknesses of the data analysis methods used. Support your discussion with specific details from the study.

Describe the key demographics of the population sampled and identify the inclusion and exclusion criteria for participants.

What leadership qualities would you apply to effect a positive change in the practice?  Be thinking about the culture of the practice.

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Mrs. Smith was seen today in the office for an annual physical. Her last appointment was a year ago for the same reason. During this visit, Mrs. Smith brought an empty bottle of amoxicillin with her and asked if she could have a refill. You noted the patient’s name on the label, and the date on the bottle was 1 week ago. You also noted your name printed on the label as the prescriber. The patient admitted that she called last week concerned about her cough and spoke to Stephanie. You do not recall having discussed this patient with Stephanie nor do the other providers in the practice.
Case Study Questions:
1. What are the potential ethical and legal implications for each of the following practice members?
o Medical assistant
o Nurse Practitioner
o Medical Director
o Practice
2. What strategies would you implement to prevent further episodes of potentially illegal behavior?
3. What leadership qualities would you apply to effect a positive change in the practice?  Be thinking about the culture of the practice.
4. A scholarly resource must be used for EACH discussion question each week.

How does the nurse in each scenario use informatics in his or her work? What is the nurse in each scenario responsible for as it pertains to informatics?

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The Nurse’s Role in Informatics

Scenario 1: Helen has recently graduated from nursing school and passed her boards. Last week, she completed her orientation period on the medical nursing unit at Good Samaritan General Hospital.

Scenario 2: Paul is a registered nurse in the neurosurgery unit at Good Samaritan General Hospital. He has been a staff nurse for ten years and provides direct patient care. In addition, Paul chairs the unit’s nursing council to improve patient care.

Scenario 3: Lisa is a nurse manager and leads the medical intensive care unit and surgical intensive care unit at Good Samaritan General Hospital. She is responsible for the day-to-day operations, staff adherence to policies and procedures, staffing, and payroll.

Explain the role of the nurse with respect to informatics in each scenario. Write a one- to two-page paper in which you discuss the role of each nurse in informatics. Use the following questions as guidelines:

How does the nurse in each scenario use informatics in his or her work?
What is the nurse in each scenario responsible for as it pertains to informatics?

 

Summarizes the rationale and questions that should be ask on a comprehensive health assessment for identifying risk factors for diabetes mellitus.

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Diabetes

Why are so many people developing diabetes mellitus? Summarizes the rationale and questions that should be ask on a comprehensive health assessment for identifying risk factors for diabetes mellitus.

Demonstrate explicit knowledge of the principles of surgical and medical care in adult nursing both within the hospital and the community

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The 4 Learning Outcomes that are assessed by the patient centered case study include:

1) Demonstrate explicit knowledge of the principles of surgical and medical care in adult nursing both within the hospital and the community

2) Apply the principles of surgical and medical nursing to assess and develop care plans in partnership with multi agency team for various medical and surgical conditions within the hospital and the community setting

3) Demonstrate explicit knowledge and understanding of national policies and local strategies and how these impact on the individual patient.

4) Implement national and local guidance and strategies to support practice within the students’ sphere of practice.

A 3000 word, patient centered case study focusing on a patient you have cared for in a medical or surgical ward/unit.

1) Select a patient they have cared for on a medical or surgical ward/unit/other area.

2) Identify how the patient was admitted to hospital, their presenting complaint and the care pathway they followed.

3) Discuss the overarching nursing assessment used to identify the patients’ problems on admission.

4) Critically analyze one element of care given to the patient during their admission.

5) Ensure the discussion refers to relevant local and national policies and strategies and multi professionals involved in the patients care.

6) Analyze any potential discharge plans that may be required to ensure the patient remains safe when they return home.

 

Based on your knowledge of anatomical differences, why are women more likely than men to get urinary tract infections?

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BIOS 256 Case Study 4

Mr. P is 77 yrs old and is having urinary problems. He urinates more frequently than he did when he was younger, but he still can’t seem to fully empty his bladder. He has to get up several times at night to use the bathroom and it is exhausting him!

Physical exam: consider what exam would be helpful in determining his diagnosis

Labs: urinalysis is normal

Answer the following questions based on the scenario and article above and save your responses in a Microsoft Word document. Provide a scholarly resource in APA format to support your answers.

Trace the flow of urine from the collecting duct to the urethral meatus.

Based on your knowledge of the male urinary tract, what normal organ is most likely obstructing the urinary outflow?

Based on the anatomic location of this structure, how can this structure be examined?

Predict the consequences of the inability to empty the bladder.

Explain two specific examples of how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the selected MSN track.

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Week Three Leadership reflection

In a two- to three-page reflective essay, address the following elements. Include a minimum of two peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within five years, to support your work.

Provide an introduction to the reflective essay.
Consider your personal leadership competencies
Explain two specific examples of how leadership competencies will impact your practice in the selected MSN track.
Provide a conclusion to the reflective essay.
Preparing the Assignment
Criteria for Format and Special Instructions

Why are self-care and self-leadership important, and how do they relate to one’s competency as a leader? How is self-care related to self-leadership?

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MSN-prepared nurses serve as leaders across a wide array of healthcare and organizational contexts, influencing individuals, teams, organizations, and communities.

Recognizing this far-reaching impact of the MSN-prepared nurse as leader in shaping healthcare and the profession, respond to the following.

Why are self-care and self-leadership important, and how do they relate to one’s competency as a leader? How is self-care related to self-leadership?

Based upon the Chamberlain Care Model, what are the implications when adequate self-care is present? What are the implications when self-care is lacking or absent?

How are self-care and self-leadership reflected in the principles of authentic leadership?

What are the implications of effective self-leadership and self-care in your future MSN role? Provide two recommendations to further cultivate self-care and self-leadership.

Evaluate the articles and explain how the research supports your PICOT. Refer to the “Evidence-Based Practice Project Proposal

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Conduct a search for 10 peer-reviewed, translational research articles published within the last 5 years that demonstrate support for your PICOT. You may include previous research articles from assignments completed in this course.

Evaluate the articles and explain how the research supports your PICOT. Refer to the “Evidence-Based Practice Project Proposal

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines Please you the documents sent thanks this is related orders.

DESCRIBE ANY DIFFICULTY YOU HAD ( OR ARE HAVING) IN MAKING YOUR CHOICE, AND THE FACTORS THAT DROVE YOU /ARE DRIVING YOUR DECISION.

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(1) WRITE AN EXPLANATION OF YOUR CHOICE OF A NURSING SPECIALTY WITHIN THE MSN PROGRAM.

DESCRIBE ANY DIFFICULTY YOU HAD ( OR ARE HAVING) IN MAKING YOUR CHOICE, AND THE FACTORS THAT DROVE YOU /ARE DRIVING YOUR DECISION.

IDENTIFY AT LEAST ONE PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATION AFFILIATED WITH YOUR CHOSEN SPECIALTY AND PROVIDE DETAIL OF BECOMING A MEMBER.

GIVE 4 SOURCES PLEASE. (2) IN A 2-3 PARAGRAPH, SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON OTHER AREAS OF SPECIALTY, IN THE MSN PROGRAM BY EITHER THOSE THAT HAS CHOICE MADE OR OFFERING SUGGESTIONS IF THEY HAVE NOT YET TO CHOSE. GIVE 3 SOURCES PLEASE.