Category: Nursing

  • Discussion

    Pic 1 This is a misconception that the information provided should reflect the improvement in the program due to the transformational leadership approach. The information should be presented as a result of the training program, and the reviewer must support this. Pic 2 Separate them into three categories: Correlation between knowledge of transformational leadership style on perceived transformational leadership style Another title: The relationship between knowledge and work motivation A third title: The relationship between knowledge and engagement Under each title: Is there a relationship or not? And which references agree and disagree? Review the discussion file; if there are references that do not support the results of my study, delete them and add other references that do. I have attached the statistical results file and the second file that needs editing. The discussion file needs editing; please add green highlights to it.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Muneerah AL-Mutiri discusion (2).docx, Final results tables Figures – Moniera3.docx, Final results tables Figures – with comments Moniera3 (3).docx

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  • Nursing lab simulation debriefing form

    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    1
    NCSBN: Clinical Judgment Measurement Model
    Using the Clinical Judgment Measurement Model during a patient simulation helps
    structure the development and assessment of clinical reasoning.
    1. Recognize Cues -Gather and identify relevant data (e.g., vitals, appearance, breathing
    e>ort).
    2. Analyze Cues – Interpret what the cues mean in the clinical context.
    3. Prioritize Hypotheses – Rank possible problems or complications based on urgency
    and likelihood.
    4. Generate Solutions – Think of appropriate nursing interventions or actions.
    5. Take Action – Carry out the most appropriate actions safely and e>ectively.
    6. Evaluate Outcomes – Assess if the interventions worked and what the next steps
    should be.
    As you reflect on the patient scenario, complete the lab simulation debrief form by
    thoroughly addressing each step of the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model. In
    addition, provide a detailed explanation of the pathophysiology for each prioritized
    concept, clearly connecting it to the patient’s underlying disease process. This assignment
    will be evaluated based on completeness and accuracy.
    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    2
    1. Recognizing Cues and Analyzing Cues:
    In Column A, identify all the relevant cues from the patient simulation. In Column B, interpret the
    meaning of these cues in relation to the patient’s condition. In Column C, identify the relevant
    Giddens concept for each identified cue.
    A
    Recognize Cues – Patient
    Assessment
    B
    Analyze Cues – Nurse
    Inference
    C
    Identified Giddens
    Concepts
    *Example: Stridor *Example: obstructed airway Example: Gas Exchange
    (Concept 19)
    * Giddens, J. F. (2021). Concepts for nursing practice (3rd ed.). Elsevier
    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    3
    2. Prioritizing Hypothesis
    a. Organize the potential explanations for a patient’s condition by prioritizing and ranking the
    top three concepts based on the patient’s immediate priorities.
    1.
    2.
    3. Pathophysiology
    Explain the detailed pathophysiology for each prioritized concept listed above and describe how it
    connects to the patient’s disease process.
    Concept 1 Pathophysiology: Concept 2 Pathophysiology:
    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    4
    2. Predicting Complications:
    What potential complications can occur if the signs and symptoms are not addressed? Be
    specific to the disease/topic (avoid generalizations such as ‘infection’ instead explain the
    complication and why, etc.).
    Concept 1 Predicting Complications: Concept 2 Predicting Complications:
    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    5
    4. Generate Solutions, Take Action and Evaluate Outcomes:
    For each prioritized concept, identify three (3) unique, evidence-based, and patient-centered
    nursing interventions. Each intervention must:
    • Be typed as a specific, measurable nursing action
    • Be directly related to the disease or topic. Avoid vague phrases like “Patient Education”
    • Cannot be repeated across concepts
    For each intervention, address the following:
    1. Purpose:
    o Clearly explain the rationale for the intervention
    o If applicable (e.g., for medications), include the mechanism of action
    2. Evaluation of Outcomes:
    o Describe what actions or measurements would be used to assess whether the
    intervention was eYective
    o Include expected/actual patient outcomes
    3. NCLEX Client Needs Category:
    o Identify the relevant NCLEX category and include the specific bullet point that aligns
    with the intervention
    Intervention 1:(Take Action)
    Purpose of intervention:
    Evaluation of Outcome: (Actions or measurement)
    Intervention 2:(Take Action)
    Purpose of intervention:
    Evaluation of Outcome: (Actions or measurement)
    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    6
    NCLEX Client Need Category:
    Bullet point:
    NCLEX Client Need Category:
    Bullet point:
    Intervention 1:(Take Action)
    Purpose of intervention:
    Evaluation of Outcome: (Actions or measurement)
    Intervention 2:(Take Action)
    Purpose of intervention:
    Evaluation of Outcome: (Actions or measurement)
    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    7
    NCLEX Client Need Category:
    Bullet point:
    NCLEX Client Need Category:
    Bullet point:
    Intervention 1:(Take Action)
    Purpose of intervention:
    Evaluation of Outcome: (Actions or measurement)
    NCLEX Client Need Category:
    Bullet point:
    Intervention2:(Take Action)
    Purpose of intervention:
    Evaluation of Outcome: (Actions or measurement)
    NCLEX Client Need Category:
    Bullet point:
    Lab Simulation Debriefing Form
    Name: Date:
    Patient Name/Scenario:
    8
    IV. Individualized Care
    Use specific information to describe how individualized care was provided during this simulation.
    Include: Erikson’s stage, culture, family dynamics, religion, and patient preferences. Include
    individual care provided based on your findings.
    Erikson’s
    Stage
    Culture
    Family
    Dynamics
    Religion
    Patient
    Preferences
    V. Reflection:
    Describe at least one specific learning moment you experienced during the simulation. Be detailed
    and reflective in your response. Avoid general terms like “teamwork”—instead, clearly explain:
    • What you learned from the simulation.
    • Explain in depth how you will change your practice.

  • I need help with this work.

    This assignment is intended to help you learn to do the following:

    • Demonstrate an understanding of the pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of medications.
    • Write a scholarly paper in Pharmacology based on evidence-based research and clinical practice guidelines.

    Overview

    In this scholarly paper, you will focus on describing one prescription medication and the disease process that it is used to treat. Specifically, you will provide a concise overview of the disease process in question, describe the mechanisms of how the medication works, and discuss how the medication alters the pathophysiology of the disease process. In addition, you will describe how you would explain to a patient how their medication would be used to treat this disease, using terminology simple enough for them to easily understand.

    This portfolio project consists of two stages:

    1. : You will provide your topic of choice no later than Sunday of Module 2 to ensure that each topic is covered.
    2. : You will write a scholarly paper in Pharmacology based on evidence-based research and clinical practice guidelines and post the summary of your paper on the Discussion Board. This due is Saturday of Module 12.

    NOTE: Please review the full details in the assignments. We strongly encourage you to begin your topic research from Module 1 and continue to work on your paper every week until the assignment is due. Prior to submitting your final paper in Module 12, you should be able to have a plenty of time to submit your paper to the Franklin University Learning Commons . It is strongly recommended that you do it as early as possible.

    Requirements: 2 day

  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: Psychotherapy…

    Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment.

    1. Describe how learning in this course helped you to meet Program Outcome 2: Create a caring environment for achieving quality health outcomes. (Care-Focused). Provide at least two specific examples.
    2. Select one of the competencies from American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials Domain 9 listed below and describe how learning in this course helped you to meet the advanced-level nursing education competency. Provide at least two specific examples.

    9.1 Demonstrate an ethical comportment in ones practice reflective of nursings mission to society.

    9.1h Analyze current policies and practices in the context of an ethical framework.

    9.1i Model ethical behaviors in practice and leadership roles.

    9.1j Suggest solutions when unethical behaviors are observed.

    9.1k Assume accountability for working to resolve ethical dilemmas.

    9.2 Employ participatory approach to nursing care.

    9.2h Foster opportunities for intentional presence in practice.

    9.2i Identify innovative and evidence-based practices that promote person-centered care.

    9.2j Advocate for practices that advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.

    9.2k Model professional expectations for therapeutic relationships.

    9.2l Facilitate communication that promotes a participatory approach.

    9.3 Demonstrate accountability to the individual, society, and the profession.

    9.3i Advocate for nursings professional responsibility for ensuring optimal care outcomes

    9.3j Demonstrate leadership skills when participating in professional activities and/or organizations.

    9.3k Address actual or potential hazards and/or errors.

    9.3l Foster a practice environment that promotes accountability for care outcomes.

    9.3m Advocate for policies/practices that promote social justice and health equity.

    9.3n Foster strategies that promote a culture of civility across a variety of settings.

    9.3o Lead in the development of opportunities for professional and interprofessional activities.

    9.4 Comply with relevant laws, policies, and regulations.

    9.4d Advocate for policies that enable nurses to practice to the full extent of their education.

    9.4e Assess the interaction between regulatory agency requirements and quality, fiscal, and value-based indicators

    9.4f Evaluate the effect of legal and regulatory policies on nursing practice and healthcare . . outcomes.

    9.4g Analyze efforts to change legal and regulatory policies that improve nursing practice and health outcomes.

    9.4h Participate in the implementation of policies and regulations to improve the professional practice environment and healthcare outcomes.

    9.5 Demonstrate the professional identity of nursing.

    9.5f Articulate nursings unique professional identity to other interprofessional team members and the public.

    9.5g Evaluate practice environment to ensure that nursing core values are demonstrated.

    9.5h Identify opportunities to lead with moral courage to influence team decision-making.

    9.5i Engage in professional organizations that reflect nursings values and identity.

    9.6 Integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion as core to ones professional identity.

    9.6d Model respect for diversity, equity, and inclusion for all team members.

    9.6e Critique ones personal and professional practices in the context of nursings core values.

    9.6f Analyze the impact of structural and cultural influences on nursings professional identity.

    9.6g Ensure that care provided by self and others is reflective of nursings core values.

    9.6h Structure the practice environment to facilitate care that is culturally and linguistically appropriate.

    9.6i Ensure self and others are accountable in upholding moral, legal, and humanistic principles related to health.

    3.)Select one of the competencies from the . listed below and describe how learning in this course helped you to meet the competency. Provide at least two specific examples.

    a. Critically analyzes data and evidence for improving advanced nursing practice.

    b. Integrates knowledge from the humanities and sciences within the context of nursing science.

    c. Translates research and other forms of knowledge to improve practice processes and outcomes. d. Develops new practice approaches based on the integration of research, theory, and practice knowledge.

    4.)Submit the assignment using correct grammar mechanics and APA style standards.

    Writing is free of grammar, syntax, spelling, and punctuation errors

    A title page is included in APA format

    Document is double-spaced

    A reference page is included if references were cited. If a reference page is included, use APA format.

    A reference page is included if references were cited. If a reference page is included, use APA format.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): November-2025-NR-605-66342-Diagnosis-Management-in-Psychiatric-Mental-Health-across-the-Lifespan-I-Practicum.pdf

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  • Evidence based proposal

    Evidence based proposal to support the need for nurses informatics in a organization who would focus on improving health care outcomes Conduct a presentation on a role for the nurse and its impact on postive patient and organizational outcomes in workplace papers on supporting edicnece based proposal 3 citations current scholar one current blog or website APA format No more than five years old will attach instructions too PLEASE READ ATTACHED PHOTOS THANK YOO

  • Case Study 2: Human and Organizational Factors and Patient S…

    Case Study 2: Human and Organizational Factors and Patient Safety

    Review this website and watch the video of Julie Thao’s story:

    Guidelines

    Paper length expectation 3-5 pages.

    1. What specific safety guidelines did Julie not follow? (2 points)

    2. What processes should have been in place to have prevented this “human error” from occurring? (provide references to support your suggestions) 3 points

    3. Could an error like this occur in your work setting? What safety practices are in place at your institution to prevent such a human error? (2 points)

    4. The hospital abandoned Julie- do you agree with their decision? If this situation happened at your institution, would the nurse be fired and abandoned like Julie was? As a nurse leader, what would you do to support (or not support) a Julie? (3 points)

    10 points (APA/writing will be considered in each section)

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): NUR 626-01 Syl SP2026 Letvak (2).docx

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  • Outcome, Approach and Budget Paper

    Objective

    • Identify appropriate expected outcomes for your project.
    • Identify the strategies to implement your project.

    Deliverables

    • Write a 3-4 page (not including the title and reference pages).
    • APA formatted paper with an introduction and conclusion.
    • APA headings for each section of the paper.
    • At least 5 peer-reviewed references.

    Step 1: Capstone Project

    • Write a paper identifying the Expected Outcomes, Approach, and Budget for your capstone.

    Step 2: Consider

    • Expected Outcomes at least 5
    • What specific questions will your project address?
    • How are these questions related to one another?
    • Approach
    • What will you actually do to address the actionable questions?
    • What will you do to create improved outcomes?
    • Budget

    Step 3: Write

    • Write a paper that addresses the criteria above.
    • Use the template attached below.

    Step 4 Save and Submit

    • When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself in an easily accessible place and submit a copy to your instructor using Dropbox.
    • Use the template linked below to complete this assignment.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): 485 Updated Budget Requirements (1).docx, BSN485 Outcomes Approach and Budget Template.docx

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  • Case for change proposal

    Purpose:

    To propose an organisational change in the healthcare environment using appropriate strategies, theories and models.

    Process:

    In any well-run organisation most changes go through a process of authorization because of the potential impact on and cost to the organisation. This generally begins with a change proposal pitch. Pitches are not a simple presentation of a possible change. Rather they are well-considered proposals for a change that will have benefits for the organisation. By making a preliminary pitch you will receive invaluable feedback to help you develop a higher quality change proposal.

    This assessment consists of 2 parts:

    1. Individual: You will develop a 5-minute pitch that briefly describes the change you want to develop. The pitch is a concise and compelling summary of your change along with how you are proposing to implement it. The pitch should be a video with up to one slide if you wish.

    Words 650

    Key points to keep in mind:

    1. Preliminary research into the change you are considering is necessary
    2. Inclusion of relevant data and research is required
  • Incarcerated individuals

    The purpose of this assessment is to enhance your understanding of the unique healthcare needs of special population groups and to develop your skills in providing culturally competent nursing care. You will research and present on a specific special population group, exploring their cultural values, healthcare disparities, and strategies for providing culturally sensitive care. Choose one of the following special population groups for your presentation: LGBTQ+. Homeless or housing insecure individuals. Incarcerated individuals. Disabled veterans. Racial and/or cultural minorities. To complete your presentation, do the following: Include the following elements in your PowerPoint presentation: Introduction to the special population group. Cultural values and beliefs relevant to healthcare. Healthcare disparities faced by the special population group. Strategies for providing culturally competent nursing care. Case studies or personal narratives that illustrate the application of culturally competent care. Resources for further learning. Provide an APA formatted reference slide(s) at the end of your PowerPoint. Create the script of what you will be saying in the speakers notes of your PowerPoint. Use Kaltura to record your voice giving the presentation. Consult Using Kaltura if you need additional information on how to record your presentation. Your presentation should be approximately 5 to 10 minutes in length. Your presentation will be graded using the following criteria: Accuracy and depth of content: Explain the characteristics of a chosen special population group and their healthcare needs. Make sure you cover relevant cultural values, beliefs, special considerations, and healthcare disparities. Support your explanation with evidence from professional or other expert sources. Application of culturally competent care strategies: Present concrete examples and practical strategies for providing culturally sensitive nursing care to you chosen special population. Support this part of your presentation with evidence or personal experiences. Make sure you are making explicit connections between the strategies and the cultural values or health disparities they are trying to address. Culturally sensitive approach: Present information in a respectful and unbiased manner, recognizing the diversity within the special population group. Make sure that you focus on unbiased and respectful language. Ask yourself, how am I demonstrating that there is diversity within the special population group? Ask yourself, how am I demonstrating the value for equitable and inclusive care for this group? Effective communication and speaker’s notes: Presents information clearly and concisely, using appropriate visual aids and language. Speaker notes are clear and written in complete sentences. Remember, your speaker’s notes should reflect what you are saying when you record your presentation. Overall organization, adherence to presentation requirements, and APA style: Presentation is well-organized, adheres to the specified length, and follows APA style for in-text citations and reference list. Remember, your presentation, once recorded should be at least 5 minutes, but no more than 10 minutes. Make sure you remember to use APA style in-text citations where relevant and include an APA style reference slide at the end of your PowerPoint. Submission Requirements Length of Recorded Presentation: Your presentation must be at least 5 minutes, but not longer than 10 minutes. Number of Slides: 6 to 12 slides are the approximate number of slides that should help you cover the material in sufficient depth for your presentation, while also remaining within the time limit range. APA Style and Formatting: In-text citations and reference list should be in current APA style. Use any APA approved font for your PowerPoint Slides. Number of references: A minimum of 5 scholarly or professional best-practice sources from the last five years. Competencies Measured By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria: Competency 3: Educate individuals on prevention and management of health conditions, across the life span and including special populations, based on pathophysiology, pharmacology, and physical assessment knowledge. Explain the characteristics of a chosen special population group and their healthcare needs. Present concrete examples and practical strategies for providing culturally sensitive nursing care. to a chosen special population. Present information in a respectful and unbiased manner, recognizing the diversity within the special population group. Competency 5: Apply scholarly writing standards to communicate evidence based strategies that support safe and effective patient care. Present information clearly and concisely, using appropriate visual aids and language. Speaker notes are provided. Presentation is well-organized, adheres to the specified length, and follows APA style for in-text citations and reference list. I chose Incarcerated individuals. Criterion 1 Explain the characteristics of a chosen special population group and their healthcare needs. Distinguished Explains the characteristics of a chosen special population group and their healthcare needs. Uses evidence to support the explanation as it pertains to special characteristics and healthcare disparities. Proficient Explains the characteristics of a chosen special population group and their healthcare needs. Basic Identifies the characteristics of a chosen special population group and their healthcare needs. However, lacks the depth or clarity of a full explanation. Non Performance Does not identify the characteristics of a chosen special population group and their healthcare needs. Criterion 2 Present concrete examples and practical strategies for providing culturally sensitive nursing care. to a chosen special population. Distinguished Presents concrete examples and practical strategies for providing culturally sensitive nursing care. to a chosen special population. Makes explicit connections between examples and strategies with the cultural values or health disparities trying to be addressed. Proficient Presents concrete examples and practical strategies for providing culturally sensitive nursing care to a chosen special population. Basic Describes some general examples or strategies for providing culturally sensitive nursing care, but they are not within the context of a chosen special population. Non Performance Does not describe general examples or strategies for providing culturally sensitive nursing care, Criterion 3 Present information in a respectful and unbiased manner, recognizing the diversity within the special population group. Distinguished Presents information in a respectful and unbiased manner, recognizing the diversity within the special population group. Uses specific examples to demonstrate the value of equitable and inclusive care for the chosen population group. Proficient Presents information in a respectful and unbiased manner, recognizing the diversity within the special population group. Basic Information is presented professionally. However, the information either fails to recognize the diversity within the special population group or occasionally uses language that is unintentionally biased. Non Performance Does not present information professionally or respectfully. Alternatively information is presented in a biased way that seems intentional. Criterion 4 Present information clearly and concisely, using appropriate visual aids and language. Speaker notes are provided. Distinguished Presents information clearly and concisely, using appropriate visual aids and language. Speaker notes are clear, written in complete sentences, and reflect what is said in the recorded presentation. Proficient Presents information clearly and concisely, using appropriate visual aids and language. Speaker notes are clear and written in complete sentences. Basic Presents the information, but the clarity is lacking, the use of visual aids is not relevant or confusing. The Speaker notes are incomplete and do not reflect what is being said in the recorded presentation. Non Performance Information is poorly organized and difficult to follow. The visual aids and language are not aligned to the topic or field. Speaker notes are not included. Criterion 5 Presentation is well-organized, adheres to the specified length, and follows APA style for in-text citations and reference list. Distinguished Presentation is well-organized, adheres to the specified length, and follows APA style for in-text citations and reference list. There are no errors in APA style. Proficient Presentation is well-organized, adheres to the specified length, and follows APA style for in-text citations and reference list. There may be minimal errors in APA style. Basic Presentation is either poorly organized, one-minute under or over the specified length, or APA style has many errors. Non Performance Does not present the information at all. Or, presentation more than one-minute under or over the specific length. Or, makes no apparent attempt at utilizing APA style.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): J Nursing Management – 2022 – Baldwin – Promoting nurses and midwives ethical responsibilities towards vulnerable people.pdf, Caring_for_the_Rapidly_Aging_I.pdf, Addressing_Social_Determinants.pdf, NPs caring for people who are incarcerated and negatively impacted by social determinants of health.pdf

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  • Locating And Appraising Research

    Objectives

    • Identify electronic database search strategies (e.g., CINAHL, PubMed)
    • Locating and evaluating sources of evidence

    Deliverables

    • Write a 3-5 page (not including the title and reference pages) paper
    • APA 7 formatted paper with an introduction and conclusion.
    • APA 7 headings for each section of the paper
    • At least 3 peer-reviewed articles

    Step 1: Research

    • Interview a librarian or nursing scholar on methods for locating and appraising health and other relevant research literature and electronic database search on strategies.
    • Do not use your Capstone Project topic from BSN 355 in this course. Choose a new topic. Research out to your instructor for help if needed.

    Step 2: Consider

    • Write a quality appraisal of the Library and resources.
    • What did you learn?
    • How do you locate and evaluate sources of evidence?
    • Which electronic database would you use most and what types of search words would you use?
    • What are the strengths?
    • What are the weaknesses?
    • Is it adequate? Why or why not?

    Step 3: Write

    • Write a paper that addresses the questions above.

    The topic is home health nurses have noticed is poor medication compliance among patients after discharging from acute care settings. all articles should be from the last 5 years, here are some I found, please add 1 -2 more.

    1. American Association of Colleges of Nursing. (2021). THE ESSENTIALS: CORE COMPETENCIES FOR PROFESSIONAL NURSING EDUCATION. https://www.aacnnursing.org/Portals/0/PDFs/Publications/Essentials-2021.pdf
    2. Dijkstra, N. E., Vervloet, M., Sino, C. G. M., Heerdink, E. R., Nelissen-Vrancken, M., Bleijenberg, N., de Bruin, M., & Schoonhoven, L. (2021). Home Care Patients’ Experiences with Home Care Nurses’ Support in Medication Adherence. Patient preference and adherence, 15, 19291940.
    3. Gualtieri, L., Steinfeldt, M., Shaveet, E., Estime, B., & Singhal, M. (2024). The Impact of Home Medication Management Practices on Medication Adherence. Behavioral sciences (Basel, Switzerland), 14(9), 804.
    4. Smith, L., Brown, P., & Nguyen, H. (2021). Strategies to improve medication adherence in home health patients. Journal of Community Health Nursing, 38(3), 145152. https://doi.org/10.1080/07370016.2021.1901234
    5. Walden University Library. (2022). Evaluating sources using the CRAAP test. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/library/craap-test

    here is the rubric:

    15 pts

    Exemplary

    Identifies/addresses a relevant topic and a thesis that provides direction for the content that is engaging and thought provoking. The thesis clearly and concisely states the position, premise, or hypothesis and is consistently the focal point throughout the presentation. Demonstrates a sophisticated understanding and careful, critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Compares/contrasts perspectives, considers counter arguments or opposing positions, and draws original and thoughtful conclusions with future implications.

    10 pts

    Accomplished

    Identifies/addresses a relevant topic and a thesis that provides adequate direction for the content with some degree of interest for the reader. The thesis states the position, premise, or hypothesis, and is the focal point of the paper for the most part. Demonstrates an understanding and some critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Adequately compares/contrasts perspectives, counter-arguments, or opposing positions but broader connections and/or implications are not as thoroughly explored

    5 pts

    Developing

    Identifies a research topic but may be too broad in scope and/or the thesis is somewhat unclear and needs to be developed further. Focal point is not consistently maintained throughout the paper. Demonstrates general understanding with limited critical analysis of the research topic and thesis (argument). Summarizes perspectives, counter-arguments, or opposing positions.

    0 pts

    Unsatisfactory – Beginning

    Fails to identify a relevant research topic or is not clearly defined and/or the paper lacks focus throughout. Demonstrates a lack of understanding and inadequate analysis of the research topic and thesis. Analysis is superficial based on opinions and preferences rather than critical analysis.

    15 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    Decision Making and Clinical Reasoning

    15 pts

    Exemplary

    Provides compelling and accurate evidence to support in-depth analysis to the central position beyond the required (2) research sources with at least 1 source from a periodical database. Research sources are highly relevant, accurate, recent (less than 5 years old) and reliable and add to the strength of the content.

    10 pts

    Accomplished

    Provides essential, accurate evidence to support the central position with the required (2) research sources including 1 source from a periodical database that are mostly relevant, accurate, recent (less than 5 years old) and reliable.

    5 pts

    Developing

    Provides some evidence to support the central position with less than 2 acceptable research sources. Some sources may not be relevant, accurate, and reliable, greater than 5 years old and may not be from scholarly sources.

    0 pts

    Unsatisfactory – Beginning

    Lacks sufficient research sources to support the central position and/or, if included, are generally not relevant, accurate, or reliable. Contains numerous factual mistakes, omissions, or oversimplifications.

    15 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    Organization & Presentation

    15 pts

    Exemplary

    Content is effectively organized. Ideas are arranged logically, flows smoothly, with a strong progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes all required components (introduction, body, conclusion, citations, references, etc.). For a slide presentation, the design, font size, style, and spacing are optimal for audience viewing

    10 pts

    Accomplished

    Content is adequately organized. Ideas are arranged reasonably with a progression of thought from paragraph to paragraph connecting to the central position. Includes required components of an introduction, body, and conclusion. For a slide presentation, one or more components of the design, font size, style, and spacing may be less than ideal for audience viewing.

    5 pts

    Developing

    Content is somewhat organized. For a paper, occasionally ideas from paragraph to paragraph may not flow well and/or connect to the central position or be clear as a whole. May be missing a required component and/or components may be less than complete. For a slide presentation, multiple aspects of the design require further development for optimal audience viewing.

    0 pts

    Unsatisfactory – Beginning

    Content lacks logical organization and impedes readers comprehension of ideas. For a paper, central position is rarely evident from paragraph to paragraph and/or the paper is missing multiple required components. For a slide presentation, the design lacks clarity for optimal viewing by an audience.

    15 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

    Writing and APA Formatting

    15 pts

    Exemplary

    Content is well written and uses standard English characterized by elements of a strong writing style. Basically, free from grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, or formatting errors. APA guidelines for formatting are consistently followed. Includes in-text citations and references that are written correctly.

    10 pts

    Accomplished

    Content shows above average writing style and clarity in writing using standard English. Minor errors in grammar, punctuation, spelling, usage, and/or formatting. APA guidelines for formatting are present. In-text citations are present but may not be complete or correctly formatted. References are written using correct APA format

    5 pts

    Developing

    Content shows an average and/or casual writing style using standard English. Some errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and word usage. Use of APA guidelines are generally present, however are incorrectly formatted.

    0 pts

    Unsatisfactory – Beginning

    Content shows a below average/poor writing style lacking in elements of appropriate standard English. Frequent errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and word usage. Lacks elements required in writing a formal APA paper: title page, references, in-text citations, headers.

    15 pts

    Total Points: 60

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Locating and Appraising Research (Week 7) Template.docx

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