Category: Nursing

Assignment Instructions

Competency

Distinguish the psychopathology and neurobiology of psychotic disorders.

Student Success Criteria

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Scenario

You are a newly hired psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) at a large hospital. As part of orientation and onboarding, the hospital requires all new nurse practitioners in each division to create a professional poster. Your poster will be presented at the poster presentation session and later displayed on your new unit. Your assigned poster topic was psychosis and disorders related to schizophrenia.

Instructions

Choose a disorder related to psychosis or schizophrenia, and create a professional poster using Microsoft PowerPoint. Include the following on your poster:

• Description of the disorder/ diagnostic criteria
• Neurobiology and suspected etiology
• Explanation of how the disorder is differentiated from similar disorders
• Supporting evidence is required, and references may be listed on the poster or in an additional document
• DO NOT SUBMIT A .ZIP FILE – SUBMIT THE FILE ITSELF.
• YOU MAY SUBMIT MULTIPLE FILES (E.G., POWERPOINT SLIDE, REFERENCE PAGE)

  Criterion 1

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive description of the disorder/ diagnostic criteria for the selected disorder0B – 3 – ProficiencyComplete description of the disorder/ diagnostic criteria for the selected disorder0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable description of the disorder/ diagnostic criteria for the selected disorder0F – 1 – No PassRudimentary description of the disorder/ diagnostic criteria for the selected disorder0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 2

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive discussion of the neurobiology and suspected etiology for the disorder selected, supported by significant evidence0B – 3 – ProficiencyComplete discussion of the neurobiology and suspected etiology for the disorder selected, supported by sufficient evidence0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable discussion of the neurobiology and suspected etiology for the disorder selected, supported by some evidence0F – 1 – No PassRudimentary discussion of the neurobiology and suspected etiology for the disorder selected, supported by little evidence0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 3

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive explanation of how the disorder is differentiated from similar disorders supported by extensive evidence0B – 3 – ProficiencyComplete explanation of how the disorder is differentiated from similar disorders supported by sufficient evidence0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable explanation of how the disorder is differentiated from similar disorders supported by some evidence0F – 1 – No PassRudimentary explanation of how the disorder is differentiated from similar disorders with little support from evidence0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 4

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryExemplary use of professional language that is free of bias, and thoroughly supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in the correct APA style). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience and free of errors.0B – 3 – ProficiencyPrecise use of professional language that is mostly free of bias, and supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with occasional errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with minimal errors that do not distract the reader.0C – 2 – CompetenceAdequate use of professional language supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with numerous errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with errors that distract the reader.0F – 1 – No PassDoes not utilize professional language, does not support with evidence in APA style, and does not establish a scholarly position that is appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience or contains numerous errors that diminish readability.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted

Assignment Instructions

Competency

Describe the components of a psychiatric assessment.

Student Success Criteria

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Scenario

You have just made it through your first year as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) at a large hospital. Unfortunately, many of your coworkers have fallen sick with the flu. With multiple clinical instructors at home, too, your hospital is attempting to meet students needs (and spark their interest in psychiatry). Your manager begs you to precept a BSN student for the day, and you agree. Today is the students first day at clinical. The student tells you, We were going to talk about the psychiatric assessment today. Before seeing patients with the student, you decide it is necessary to explain the psychiatric assessment.

Instructions

Record a video of your explanation. In your video, make sure to look into the camera and present as though you are actually in front of the student. Remember, your audience (the BSN student) has some medical knowledge but is not an expert in psychiatry.

In your video, be sure to include the following:

• Describe the elements of the psychiatric assessment
• Explain the clinical interview, including suggested techniques and how the interview differs with a child/adolescent versus an adult
• Discuss the role of the psychiatric assessment in determining a diagnosis
• DO NOT SUBMIT THE VIDEO FILE ITSELF SUBMIT A LINK TO VIDEO, OR RECORD THE VIDEO DIRECTLY IN BLACKBOARD.
  A – 4 – MasteryComprehensive description of the elements of the psychiatric assessment.0B – 3 – ProficiencyComplete description of the elements of the psychiatric assessment.0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable description of the elements of the psychiatric assessment.0F – 1 – No PassRudimentary description of the elements of the psychiatric assessment.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 2

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive explanation of the clinical interview including a detailed discussion of suggested techniques and how the interview differs with a child/adolescent versus an adult.0B – 3 – ProficiencyComplete explanation of the clinical interview including a substantial discussion of suggested techniques and how the interview differs with a child/adolescent versus an adult.0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable explanation of the clinical interview including some discussion of suggested techniques and how the interview differs with a child/adolescent versus an adult.0F – 1 – No PassRudimentary explanation of the clinical interview with minimal discussion of suggested techniques and how the interview differs with a child/adolescent versus an adult.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 3

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive discussion of the role of the psychiatric assessment in determining a diagnosis.0B – 3 – ProficiencyComplete discussion of the role of the psychiatric assessment in determining a diagnosis.0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable discussion of the role of the psychiatric assessment in determining a diagnosis.0F – 1 – No PassRudimentary discussion of the role of the psychiatric assessment in determining a diagnosis.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 4

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryExemplary use of professional language that is free of bias, and thoroughly supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in the correct APA style). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience and free of errors.0B – 3 – ProficiencyPrecise use of professional language that is mostly free of bias, and supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with occasional errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with minimal errors that do not distract the reader.0C – 2 – CompetenceAdequate use of professional language supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with numerous errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with errors that distract the reader.0F – 1 – No PassDoes not utilize professional language, does not support with evidence in APA style, and does not establish a scholarly position that is appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience or contains numerous errors that diminish readability.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted

Assignment Instructions

Competency

Analyze social and cultural factors that impact mental health.

Student Success Criteria

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Scenario

You are a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP) in your local county health center. You have been asked to prepare a white paper for the county commissioners to help them better understand mental health in your community, including social and cultural factors that influence the care and treatment of individuals with mental illness.

Instructions

Compose a white paper providing background on social and cultural factors that impact mental health in your home county. Examine solutions or strategies for improving culturally sensitive care and eliminating health disparities in the mental health population. Be sure to include the following items:

• Epidemiology of mental health in your county, describing social and cultural factors, including evidence
• Description of priority health disparities and how PMHNPs can address these, including specific examples and rationales
• Strategies for improving culturally sensitive care, such as mental health training for nurses and other health professionals, including specific examples and rationales
• CITE GOVERNMENT-LEVEL DATA (LOCAL, COUNTY, STATE, NATIONAL).
• DO NOT SUBMIT A .ZIP FILE. SUBMIT THE FILE ITSELF.

  Criterion 1

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryIn-depth description of the epidemiology of mental health in the county with a thorough examination of social and cultural factors, including superior evidence.0B – 3 – ProficiencySatisfactory description of the epidemiology of mental health in the county, including social and cultural factors, including sufficient evidence.0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable description of the epidemiology of mental health in the county, including social and cultural factors. May be missing one minor element, including some evidence.0F – 1 – No PassPartial description of the epidemiology of mental health in the county, including minimal social and cultural factors with little evidence.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 2

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive description of priority health disparities and how PMHNPs can address these, including superior examples and rationales.0B – 3 – ProficiencyAccurate description of priority health disparities and how PMHNPs can address these, including sufficient examples and rationales.0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable description of priority health disparities and how PMHNPs can address these, including some examples and rationales.0F – 1 – No PassPartial description of priority health disparities and how PMHNPs can address disparities with a few examples and rationales.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 3

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryExemplary analysis of strategies for improving culturally sensitive care in mental health with superior examples and rationales.0B – 3 – ProficiencySatisfactory analysis of strategies for improving culturally sensitive care in mental health with sufficient examples and rationales.0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable analysis of strategies for improving culturally sensitive care in mental health with some examples and rationales.0F – 1 – No PassPartial analysis of strategies for improving culturally sensitive care in mental health with a few examples and rationales.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 4

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryExemplary use of professional language that is free of bias and thoroughly supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in the correct APA style). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience and free of errors.0B – 3 – ProficiencyPrecise use of professional language that is mostly free of bias and supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with occasional errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with minimal errors that do not distract the reader.0C – 2 – CompetenceAdequate use of professional language supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with numerous errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with errors that distract the reader.0F – 1 – No PassDoes not utilize professional language, does not support with evidence in APA style, and does not establish a scholarly position that is appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience or contains numerous errors that diminish readability.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted

Assignment Instructions

Competency

Analyze ethical and legal factors that impact mental healthcare.

Student Success Criteria

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Scenario

The regulator has asked you to participate in the annual mental health education program for all individuals who work in mental health within your state. Your role is to prepare an educational pamphlet for conference participants to use in their workplace.

Instructions

Design an educational pamphlet containing these four key areas and including examples:

• State mental health laws, confidentiality, and HIPAA
• Compare state mental health laws between your state and a neighboring state noting similarities and differences –CITE SPECIFIC STATE REGULATIONS
• Regulations for restraints and seclusion along with involuntary treatment for patients over the age of 18, including evidence – CITE SPECIFIC STATE REGULATIONS
• Explanation of medical ethical consultation, medical liability, and duty to warn
• Includes supporting rationale and evidence
• Compare patient versus provider (legal and civil interviews) – Difference between the interview of a patient for civil purposes versus an interview for legal/forensic purposes.
• DO NOT SUBMIT A .ZIP FILE – SUBMIT THE FILE ITSELF

  Criterion 1

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive summary of state and mental health laws, confidentiality, and HIPAA. Thoroughly compares state mental health laws in your state versus neighboring state.0B – 3 – ProficiencyAccurately describes the state and mental health laws, confidentiality, and HIPAA in a summary that lacks a few minor details. A comparison of state mental health laws in their state versus. The neighboring state is evident.0C – 2 – CompetenceState and mental health laws, confidentiality, and HIPAA presented, including a basic description of each topic and application to mental health in summary. Some areas of content incomplete. Includes basic comparison of state mental health laws in their state versus neighboring state.0F – 1 – No PassAttempts to summarize state mental health laws, confidentiality, and HIPAA. The information provided was not relevant, and the effort to synthesize was minimal. Lacks a clear comparison of state mental health laws in their state versus neighboring state.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 2

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryComprehensive description of restraints, seclusion, and involuntary treatment. Specific requirements presented on when to use vs. when not to use.0B – 3 – ProficiencyAccurately describes restraints, seclusion, and involuntary treatment. Includes a comparison of when to use vs. not use.0C – 2 – CompetenceBasic description of restraints, seclusion, and involuntary treatment. Includes a comparison of when to use vs. not use, with some areas incomplete.0F – 1 – No PassAttempts to describe restraints, seclusion, and involuntary treatment. Includes a comparison of when to use/not use. The content was unclear and did not achieve the purpose of the assigned topic.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 3

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryThorough, detailed description of medical liability, duty to warn, and medical ethical consultation provided. Information was skillfully supported with convincing rationale and evidence.0B – 3 – ProficiencySufficient description of medical liability, duty to warn, and medical ethical consultation provided. Supporting rationale and evidence are apparent.0C – 2 – CompetenceReasonable description of medical liability, duty to warn, and medical ethical consultation provided. An attempt was made to provide supporting rationale and evidence, but not all information aligns.0F – 1 – No PassAttempts to describe medical liability, duty to warn, and medical ethical consultation. The description was unclear and incomplete, lacking supporting rationale and evidence.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 4

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryExemplary comparisons of patient versus provider (legal and civil interviews).0B – 3 – ProficiencySatisfactory comparisons of patient versus provider (legal and civil interviews).0C – 2 – CompetenceSome comparisons of patient versus provider (legal and civil interviews).0F – 1 – No PassVague or no comparison of patient versus provider (legal and civil interviews).0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted0

  Criterion 5

  0% of total gradeA – 4 – MasteryExemplary use of professional language that is free of bias and thoroughly supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in the correct APA style). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience and free of errors.0B – 3 – ProficiencyPrecise use of professional language that is mostly free of bias and supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with occasional errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with minimal errors that do not distract the reader.0C – 2 – CompetenceAdequate use of professional language supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with numerous errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with errors that distract the reader.0F – 1 – No PassDoes not utilize professional language, does not support with evidence in APA style, and does not establish a scholarly position that is appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience or contains numerous errors that diminish readability.0I – 0 – Not SubmittedNot Submitted

Competency

Develop advanced practice skills necessary to establish therapeutic relationships and reflective practice techniques.

Student Success Criteria

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Scenario

You recently started your first job as a PMHNP at a primary care facility. You are the only PMHNP at the facility, so patients frequently are required to see their primary care provider until an appointment with you is available. Many primary care providers have expressed their discomfort working with mental health patients. You have decided to develop a resource guide for all providers to assist them in developing advanced practice skills to establish therapeutic relationships with their patients. The resource guide will also include information on reflective practices.

Instructions

For this assignment, create a resource for the providers in the scenario. The resource should be in the form of a manual, including properly cited images where applicable. The training content must cover the following topics with examples and supporting evidence:

• Strategies to build a therapeutic relationship and/or establish rapport with a patient
• Therapeutic communication techniques
• Reflective practices for the provider and patient
• SUBMIT A WORD (DOCX) OR PDF FILE
• DO NOT SUBMIT A .ZIP FILE – UPLOAD THE FILE ITSELF

Criterion 1

0% of total grade

A – 4 – Mastery

Exemplary explanation of strategies to build a therapeutic relationship and establish rapport with a patient, including superior examples and evidence.

B – 3 – Proficiency

Satisfactory explanation of strategies to build a therapeutic relationship and establish rapport with a patient, including sufficient examples and evidence.

C – 2 – Competence

Reasonable explanation of strategies to build a therapeutic relationship and establish rapport with a patient, including some examples and evidence.

F – 1 – No Pass

Partial explanation of strategies to build a therapeutic relationship and establish rapport with a patient, including minimal examples and evidence.

I – 0 – Not Submitted

Not Submitted

Criterion 2

0% of total grade

A – 4 – Mastery

Exemplary explanation of therapeutic communication, including superior examples and evidence.

B – 3 – Proficiency

Satisfactory explanation of therapeutic communication, including sufficient examples and evidence.

C – 2 – Competence

Reasonable explanation of therapeutic communication, including some examples and evidence.

F – 1 – No Pass

Partial explanation of therapeutic communication, including minimal examples and evidence.

I – 0 – Not Submitted

Not Submitted

Criterion 3

0% of total grade

A – 4 – Mastery

Exemplary explanation of reflective practices for the provider and patient with superior examples and evidence.

B – 3 – Proficiency

Satisfactory explanation of reflective practices for the provider and patient with sufficient examples and evidence.

C – 2 – Competence

Reasonable explanation of reflective practices for the provider and patient with some examples and evidence.

F – 1 – No Pass

Partial explanation of reflective practices for the provider and patient with minimal examples and evidence.

I – 0 – Not Submitted

Not Submitted

Criterion 4

0% of total grade

A – 4 – Mastery

Exemplary use of professional language that is free of bias and thoroughly supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in the correct APA style). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience and free of errors.

B – 3 – Proficiency

Precise use of professional language that is mostly free of bias and supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with occasional errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with minimal errors that do not distract the reader.

C – 2 – Competence

Adequate use of professional language supported with evidence (in-text citations and references in APA style with numerous errors). Established a concisely stated scholarly position appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience with errors that distract the reader.

F – 1 – No Pass

Does not utilize professional language, does not support with evidence in APA style, and does not establish a scholarly position that is appropriate for purpose, format, style, and audience or contains numerous errors that diminish readability.

I – 0 – Not Submitted

Not Submitted

Academic Poster & Presentation

The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate competency in performing the role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in a safe environment.

Submission Instructions:

To complete this assignment, address the following criteria:

Posters should include the following content:

A Project title. This should be placed towards the top of the poster, including the names of the authors and university affiliation.

An Introduction section. This should highlight the problem addressed in a brief literature review with citations and your hypothesis or hypotheses.

The Purpose section: The poster states the objectives of this inquiry relative to the overall evidence-based literature review on this topic.

The Methods/Search Strategy section. An overview of how you studied your primary source(s): Describe the evidence-based solution. How was it developed? Include the theoretical framework (if applicable). Identify databases searched and inclusion/exclusion criteria. A literature flow diagram must be uploaded to this assignment.

The Results The poster describes the search, the number of studies included, and the level of evidence.

The Synthesis of Evidence The poster briefly describes the synthesis of the evidence including major trends and notable gaps.

The Implications for Practice section. The poster includes recommendations for practice, education, or future research based on the review and synthesis of the evidence.

A References section. Make sure your references include at least seven references with four primary research articles. Primary articles describe studies in which the authors collected the data themselves. References must be in the current APA format. If you cannot fit seven or more references into your poster, you should provide the references separately as an attached Word document. For assistance with the current APA formatting, please contact BrainFuse Online Tutoring link in Canvas or visit the STU library at

Present your poster in electronicUse the linked video as a guide for your assignment.Students may use PowerPoint Poster template.

Rubric:

Project Title

Academic Poster & Presentation

The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate competency in performing the role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in a safe environment.

Submission Instructions:

To complete this assignment, address the following criteria:

Posters should include the following content:

A Project title. This should be placed towards the top of the poster, including the names of the authors and university affiliation.

An Introduction section. This should highlight the problem addressed in a brief literature review with citations and your hypothesis or hypotheses.

The Purpose section: The poster states the objectives of this inquiry relative to the overall evidence-based literature review on this topic.

The Methods/Search Strategy section. An overview of how you studied your primary source(s): Describe the evidence-based solution. How was it developed? Include the theoretical framework (if applicable). Identify databases searched and inclusion/exclusion criteria. A literature flow diagram must be uploaded to this assignment.

The Results The poster describes the search, the number of studies included, and the level of evidence.

The Synthesis of Evidence The poster briefly describes the synthesis of the evidence including major trends and notable gaps.

The Implications for Practice section. The poster includes recommendations for practice, education, or future research based on the review and synthesis of the evidence.

A References section. Make sure your references include at least seven references with four primary research articles. Primary articles describe studies in which the authors collected the data themselves. References must be in the current APA format. If you cannot fit seven or more references into your poster, you should provide the references separately as an attached Word document. For assistance with the current APA formatting, please contact BrainFuse Online Tutoring link in Canvas or visit the STU library at

Present your poster in electronicUse the linked video as a guide for your assignment.Students may use PowerPoint Poster template.

Rubric:

Project Title

Academic Poster & Presentation

The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate competency in performing the role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in a safe environment.

Submission Instructions:

To complete this assignment, address the following criteria:

Posters should include the following content:

A Project title. This should be placed towards the top of the poster, including the names of the authors and university affiliation.

An Introduction section. This should highlight the problem addressed in a brief literature review with citations and your hypothesis or hypotheses.

The Purpose section: The poster states the objectives of this inquiry relative to the overall evidence-based literature review on this topic.

The Methods/Search Strategy section. An overview of how you studied your primary source(s): Describe the evidence-based solution. How was it developed? Include the theoretical framework (if applicable). Identify databases searched and inclusion/exclusion criteria. A literature flow diagram must be uploaded to this assignment.

The Results The poster describes the search, the number of studies included, and the level of evidence.

The Synthesis of Evidence The poster briefly describes the synthesis of the evidence including major trends and notable gaps.

The Implications for Practice section. The poster includes recommendations for practice, education, or future research based on the review and synthesis of the evidence.

A References section. Make sure your references include at least seven references with four primary research articles. Primary articles describe studies in which the authors collected the data themselves. References must be in the current APA format. If you cannot fit seven or more references into your poster, you should provide the references separately as an attached Word document. For assistance with the current APA formatting, please contact BrainFuse Online Tutoring link in Canvas or visit the STU library at

Present your poster in electronicUse the linked video as a guide for your assignment.Students may use PowerPoint Poster template.

Rubric:

Project Title

Academic Poster & Presentation

The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate competency in performing the role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in a safe environment.

Submission Instructions:

To complete this assignment, address the following criteria:

Posters should include the following content:

A Project title. This should be placed towards the top of the poster, including the names of the authors and university affiliation.

An Introduction section. This should highlight the problem addressed in a brief literature review with citations and your hypothesis or hypotheses.

The Purpose section: The poster states the objectives of this inquiry relative to the overall evidence-based literature review on this topic.

The Methods/Search Strategy section. An overview of how you studied your primary source(s): Describe the evidence-based solution. How was it developed? Include the theoretical framework (if applicable). Identify databases searched and inclusion/exclusion criteria. A literature flow diagram must be uploaded to this assignment.

The Results The poster describes the search, the number of studies included, and the level of evidence.

The Synthesis of Evidence The poster briefly describes the synthesis of the evidence including major trends and notable gaps.

The Implications for Practice section. The poster includes recommendations for practice, education, or future research based on the review and synthesis of the evidence.

A References section. Make sure your references include at least seven references with four primary research articles. Primary articles describe studies in which the authors collected the data themselves. References must be in the current APA format. If you cannot fit seven or more references into your poster, you should provide the references separately as an attached Word document. For assistance with the current APA formatting, please contact BrainFuse Online Tutoring link in Canvas or visit the STU library at

Present your poster in electronicUse the linked video as a guide for your assignment.Students may use PowerPoint Poster template.

Rubric:

Project Title

Academic Poster & Presentation

The purpose of this assignment is to provide the student the opportunity to demonstrate competency in performing the role of the psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner in a safe environment.

Submission Instructions:

To complete this assignment, address the following criteria:

Posters should include the following content:

A Project title. This should be placed towards the top of the poster, including the names of the authors and university affiliation.

An Introduction section. This should highlight the problem addressed in a brief literature review with citations and your hypothesis or hypotheses.

The Purpose section: The poster states the objectives of this inquiry relative to the overall evidence-based literature review on this topic.

The Methods/Search Strategy section. An overview of how you studied your primary source(s): Describe the evidence-based solution. How was it developed? Include the theoretical framework (if applicable). Identify databases searched and inclusion/exclusion criteria. A literature flow diagram must be uploaded to this assignment.

The Results The poster describes the search, the number of studies included, and the level of evidence.

The Synthesis of Evidence The poster briefly describes the synthesis of the evidence including major trends and notable gaps.

The Implications for Practice section. The poster includes recommendations for practice, education, or future research based on the review and synthesis of the evidence.

A References section. Make sure your references include at least seven references with four primary research articles. Primary articles describe studies in which the authors collected the data themselves. References must be in the current APA format. If you cannot fit seven or more references into your poster, you should provide the references separately as an attached Word document.

Academic Poster Format

Present your poster in electronic format.

Students may use PowerPoint Poster template.

RUBRICNUR 670 Poster Presentation Rubric (1)