Category: Nursing

This assignment consists of 4 written questions related to Therapeutic Communication Techniques in a nursing context. Please answer each question separately and clearly. Each answer should be between 100200 words. Use simple, clear, and natural English appropriate for a college-level nursing student. The responses should sound human-written and not robotic. Please use credible and reliable sources related to nursing and therapeutic communication. Include in-text citations and a reference list in APA 7th edition format. Focus on clarity, correct grammar, and practical examples where appropriate.

You should choose a scenario this could be something you have read about, or an area of your clinical practice. It is important to remember that confidentiality must be maintained. Do not name hospitals/trusts etc

1) Demonstrate a systematic knowledge of current legislation relating to the legal and ethical principles of equality and practice in healthcare.

2) Critically reflect on contemporary issues in healthcare relating to legal and ethical practice.

3) Critically appraise the application of major ethical decision frameworks in practice.

4) Critically discuss the role of the healthcare professional in relation to decision-making processes from a legal and ethical perspective.

5) Critically debate ethical issues from a viewpoint of professional practice versus personal and cultural belief.

6) . An understanding and knowledge of current legal and ethical principles and their impact upon healthcare practice

7.) Give a statement that confidentiality has been maintained and reference NMC

For this assignment, you will create a narrated presentation regarding a patient case scenario.

Use of the current APA format for PowerPoint (PPT) presentations is expected

Activity Criteria:

1. Select a patient that you have encountered in the clinic setting who has signs and symptoms of at least three psychiatric disorders and one medical condition. (Principal diagnosis Major Depressive Disorder)

Must include

S = Subjective data: Patients Chief Complaint (CC); History of the Present Illness (HPI)/ Demographics; History of the Present Illness (HPI) that includes the presenting problem and the 8 dimensions of the problem (OLDCARTS or PQRST); Review of Systems (ROS).

Please follow this rubric

Chief Complaint

Exemplary

Includes a direct quote from patient about presenting problem

History of the Present Illness (HPI) S

Exemplary

Includes the presenting problem and the 8 dimensions of the problem (OLD CARTS Onset, Location, Duration, Character, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors, Timing and Severity)

Review of Systems (ROS) – S

Includes a minimum of 3 assessments for each body system, assesses at least 9 body systems directed to chief complaint, AND uses the words admits and denies.

For this assignment you will use the information from your interview in Module 4 and the Healthcare Analysis in Module 5 to create a pamphlet/brochure containing the resource information for your service member.

Prepare a pamphlet for the veteran interviewed

• Highlight available resources specific to his/her needs
• Pamphlets are to be in a tri-fold format (word has a template)
• Include location and contact information for the resource
• Select graphics, fonts, and colors that are clear and easy to read

Module Objectives:

• Analyze the role of the nurse in planning and providing culturally appropriate care to vulnerable populations and their families.
• Demonstrate a culturally sensitive approach to Community Nursing.

Assignment Rubric: Veteran Pamphlet

Assignment Rubric: Veteran Pamphlet

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Resource is clearly identified

25 to >20.0 pts

Excellent

Resource is identified and access is addressed. Address, phone number, and website or email address is provided.

20 to >15.0 pts

Good

Resource is identified and access is addressed in at least 2 ways: address, phone number, website, or email.

15 to >10.0 pts

Satisfactory

Resource is identified and access is addressed in at least 1 way: address, phone number, website, or email.

10 to >0 pts

Unsatisfactory

Resource is identified but access is not clearly addressed by address, phone number, website, or email.

25 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Pamphlet:

Create pamphlet to serve as a resource for your selected veteran.

25 to >20.0 pts

Excellent

Graphics go well with the text and there is a good mix of text and graphics. The brochure has exceptionally attractive formatting and well-organized information.

20 to >15.0 pts

Good

Graphics go well with the text, but there are so many that they distract from the text. The brochure has attractive formatting and well-organized information.

15 to >10.0 pts

Satisfactory

Graphics go well with the text, but there are too few and the brochure seems “text-heavy”. The brochure has well-organized information.

10 to >0 pts

Unsatisfactory

Graphics do not go with the accompanying text or appear to be randomly chosen. The brochure’s formatting and organization of material are confusing to the reader.

25 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Organization. Mechanics: grammar, punctuation and style

10 to >8.0 pts

Excellent

Writing is well-organized and easy for a reader to follow. Writing reflects no grammatical, punctuation or style errors.

8 to >7.0 pts

Good

Writing reflects some organization but is not easily followed by a reader. Writing reflects 1-3 grammatical, punctuation or style errors.

7 to >0.0 pts

Satisfactory

Writing is not effectively organized and is difficult for a reader to follow. Writing reflects 4-6 grammatical, punctuation or style errors.

0 pts

Unsatisfactory

Writing is disorganized and is difficult for a reader to follow. Writing reflects more than 6 grammatical punctuation or style errors.

10 pts

For this assignment, you will create a narrated presentation regarding a patient case scenario.

Use of the current APA format for PowerPoint (PPT) presentations is expected

Activity Criteria:

1. Select a patient that you have encountered in the clinic setting who has signs and symptoms of at least three psychiatric disorders and one medical condition. (Principal diagnosis Major Depressive Disorder)

Must include

S = Subjective data: Patients Chief Complaint (CC); History of the Present Illness (HPI)/ Demographics; History of the Present Illness (HPI) that includes the presenting problem and the 8 dimensions of the problem (OLDCARTS or PQRST); Review of Systems (ROS).

Please follow this rubric

Chief Complaint

Exemplary

Includes a direct quote from patient about presenting problem

History of the Present Illness (HPI) S

Exemplary

Includes the presenting problem and the 8 dimensions of the problem (OLD CARTS Onset, Location, Duration, Character, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors, Timing and Severity)

Review of Systems (ROS) – S

Includes a minimum of 3 assessments for each body system, assesses at least 9 body systems directed to chief complaint, AND uses the words admits and denies.

I need 2 pages in APA format with references from the last 5 years. I’m taking my MSN. In the attached materials are the instructions and the one reference that they cited. I need two more references. I will need the assignment in 4 days. The rubric and topic will be on the attached material as well. Thank you.

1. Demonstrate an awareness to link practice with current legal principles of care delivery and impact of non-adherence

2. Establish and interpret the guidelines protecting the public within the context of fitness to practice

3. Critically debate the role of the healthcare professional in relation to the decision-making processes from a legal and ethical perspective

4. Demonstrate the ability to substantiate via critical debate the challenges of major ethical decision frameworks within the context of professional practice

5. An understanding of the current ethical principles to healthcare practice and demonstrate knowledge and an understanding of healthcare legislation that impacts on healthcare

For this assignment, you will create a narrated presentation regarding a patient case scenario.

Use of the current APA format for PowerPoint (PPT) presentations is expected

Activity Criteria:

1. Select a patient that you have encountered in the clinic setting who has signs and symptoms of at least three psychiatric disorders and one medical condition. (Principal diagnosis Major Depressive Disorder)

Must include

S = Subjective data: Patients Chief Complaint (CC); History of the Present Illness (HPI)/ Demographics; History of the Present Illness (HPI) that includes the presenting problem and the 8 dimensions of the problem (OLDCARTS or PQRST); Review of Systems (ROS).

Please follow this rubric

Chief Complaint

Exemplary

Includes a direct quote from patient about presenting problem

History of the Present Illness (HPI) S

Exemplary

Includes the presenting problem and the 8 dimensions of the problem (OLD CARTS Onset, Location, Duration, Character, Aggravating factors, Relieving factors, Timing and Severity)

Review of Systems (ROS) – S

Includes a minimum of 3 assessments for each body system, assesses at least 9 body systems directed to chief complaint, AND uses the words admits and denies.

Financial Forecasting Memo Course Competency Apply the principles of economics as they relate to nursing and healthcare. Transferable Skill Communication – Displaying capability in writing, reading, and oral communication; understanding of nonverbal language. Scenario The nurse manager in orthopedics has asked for your assistance with a finance project. She is being asked to estimate revenue for the next fiscal year based on the projected number of hip replacements increasing from 300 this year to 340 next year. The nurse manager must also factor in the expected changes in sources of revenue by payer. It is estimated that the hospital will lose some contracted insurers due to local competition, and see an increase in Medicare and Medicaid patients due to area demographics and economic conditions. She has provided you with the numbers from this years budget and the projections on numbers and payment amounts for next year. Instructions Prepare a financial forecasting memo to your nurse manager that: Part One – Financial Forecasting Model Contains a completed financial forecasting model by downloading the Financial Forecasting Model to: Calculate the income projected from each payer source and total for the year to compare next years revenue to this years revenue. Provide your nurse manager with your estimates on the increase/ decrease in revenue for next years budgeting. NUR4327-Financial-Forecasting-Model.xlsx (Attachment below) Part Two – Financial Forecasting Memo Explains how the change in payer mix will impact the overall projected revenue of the unit. Describes the financial impact of a changing payer mix. Lists recommendations for the manager to consider in expenses, so that the budget will balance as neutral. Provides stated ideas with professional language and attribution for credible sources with correct APA citation, spelling, and grammar in the memo.