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  • Week 2 Comment 2 NUR 502

    Hematology & Cardiovascular

    Lifestyle Factors as Shared Etiologic Drivers of Cardiovascular and Hematologic Disease.

    Poor dietary habits, smoking, obesity, and stress have been identified as lifestyle factors that contribute significantly to the onset of both hematologic and Cardiovascular Diseases. These aspects have systemic effects that interfere with vascular integrity, distort coagulation pathways, and interfere with oxygen delivery (Raheli et al., 2024). Cardiovascular and hematologic systems are closely interrelated thus, injuries, including inflammation, oxidative stress, and endothelial dysfunction, tend to manifest themselves in both domains (Raheli et al., 2024). APNs have the opportunity to recognize these adjustable risks at an early stage, inform patients about them based on the evidence-based strategies, and take preventive measures that can diminish morbidity and mortality in the long term.

    Pathophysiologic Processes that Impact Vascular Integrity and Coagulation.

    Poor diets with a high level of saturated fats and refined sugars are known to favour hyperlipidemia, which in turn causes the development of endothelial rupture and atherosclerotic plaque formation (Schmidt-Trucksss et al., 2024). Smoking increases the speed at which oxidative stress occurs and decreases the availability of nitric oxide, leading to the hindrance of the vasodilation process and platelet hyperactivity (Raheli et al., 2024). Obesity also leads to a long-lasting pro-inflammatory condition that is characterized by increased levels of cytokines like interleukin-6 and tumor necrosis factor-alpha, which cause damage to vascular endothelium and thrombogenesis (Kajikawa & Higashi, 2022). Chronic stress stimulates the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (Raheli et al., 2024), which raises the levels of cortisol and catecholamine, which raise blood pressure, interfere with glucose metabolism, and platelet aggregation, making the heart susceptible to cardiovascular diseases.

    Effects on Oxygen Tissues and Hematology.

    The same lifestyle aspects also affect the delivery of oxygen by changing the production and functioning of red blood cells. The deficiency of nutrient-poor diets may cause anemia due to the deficiency of iron (Turner et al., 2023), vitamin B12, or folate that will cause a low oxygen-carrying capacity. The carbon monoxide levels are augmented by smoking and make hemoglobin less responsive to oxygen, causing compensatory polycythemia (Sotiridis et al., 2025). The further worsening of hypoxemia is caused by the presence of obesity-related hypoventilation and obstructive sleep apnea, which causes the production of red blood cells under the influence of erythropoietin (Kajikawa & Higashi, 2022). Obesity-related chronic inflammation and stress-related anemia of chronic disease is caused by interference with iron utilization and inhibition of erythropoiesis.

    Thromboembolism and Hematologic.

    Endothelial injury and inflammation caused by lifestyle are predisposing factors to thromboembolic disorders. Venous thromboembolism is closely linked to smoking and obesity as a result of elevated blood viscosity, hyperactivity of platelets, and a decline in fibrinolysis (Zawadzka et al., 2025). An increase in fibrinogen during chronic stress and in metabolic syndrome also increases the formation of clots. These factors intersect with the cardiovascular pathology, hence the association between coronary artery disease, stroke, and the presence of a hematologic process such as polycythemia and hypercoagulable state (Kaddoura et al., 2025). These cumulative factors pose a great risk for the development of a life-threatening condition such as myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism.

    Evidence-Based Lifestyle Interventions

    There is strong evidence that lifestyle modification is a key pillar of the prevention of cardiovascular and hematologic disorders. Food habits like the Mediterranean diet lower inflammation, enhance lipid levels, and maintain sufficient levels of micronutrients. Quitting smoking has a rapid effect of improving the endothelial performance and decreasing the risk of thrombosis (Raheli et al., 2024). Exercise improves the levels of insulin sensitivity, oxygenation, and inflammation markers. Cortisol levels and blood pressure are reduced using strategies of stress reduction, such as mindfulness and cognitive-behavioral interventions (Babak et al., 2022).

    The Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse

    Mindful interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based and patient-centered communication model enhancing intrinsic motivation through assisting patients to explore and overcome resistance to change, which is crucial towards adoption and sustainability of healthier lifestyles (Oikarinen et al., 2024). Literature indicates that nurse-led counseling enhanced by motivational interviewing and behavior-change strategies contributes to better patients’ engagement, achievement of set goals, and healthy behavior such as improved nutrition, regular physical activity, and smoking cessation (Oikarinen et al., 2024). Continued interaction between the APN and the patient enables follow-up reinforcement of the progress, re-evaluation of the impediments, and modernization of personalized approaches that lead to a lasting behavioral change and improved clinical outcomes.

    References

    Babak, A., Motamedi, N., Mousavi, S. Z., & Ghasemi Darestani, N. (2022). Effects of mindfulness-based stress reduction on blood pressure, mental health, and quality of life in hypertensive adult women: A randomized clinical trial study. Journal of Tehran Heart Center, 17(3), 127133.

    Kaddoura, R., Ahmed, D., Rudwan, A., Elyas, A., & Yassin, M. A. (2025). Acute coronary syndrome in essential thrombocythemia and polycythemia vera. Heart Views, 26(3), 175187.

    Kajikawa, M., & Higashi, Y. (2022). Obesity and endothelial function. Biomedicines, 10(7), 1745.

    Oikarinen, A. K., et al. (2024). Nurses’ experiences of competence in lifestyle counselling with adult patients in healthcare settings: A qualitative systematic literature review. Journal of Clinical Nursing.

    Raheli, V., Perkovi, T., Romi, L., Perkovi, P., Klobuar, S., Pavi, E., & Raheli, D. (2024). The role of behavioral factors on chronic diseasesPractice and knowledge gaps. Healthcare, 12(24), 2520.

    Schmidt-Trucksss, A., Lichtenstein, A. H., & Von Knel, R. (2024). Lifestyle factors as determinants of atherosclerotic cardiovascular health. Atherosclerosis, 395, 117577.

    Sotiridis, A., Dardamanis-Aidonas, C., Makris, A., Loukas, I., Geladas, N., & Koskolou, M. (2025). Tobacco smoking: A stimulus for blood volume expansion. Respiratory Physiology & Neurobiology, 339, 104505.

    Turner, J., Parsi, M., & Badireddy, M. (2023, August 8). Anemia. In StatPearls. StatPearls Publishing.

    Zawadzka, P. S., Imiela, A. M., & Pruszczyk, P. (2025). The Interplay Between Obesity and Venous Thromboembolism: From Molecular Aspects to Clinical Issue. International Journal of Molecular Sciences, 26(21), 10292.

    Requirements: Make a Comment. Use 2 references   |   .doc file

  • Nursing Process

    Instructions

    The first part of the Nursing Process Project requires you to complete the Assessment section on the Nursing Process Project template. Follow these steps to complete this part of the project.

    Step 1: Select a movie character to use as your fictitious client throughout the project. Any character will work for this project.

    Step 2: Find a movie clip of this character performing an action or task to use for your assessment.

    Step 3: Review the movie clip you selected to help you identify the content needed for the assessment.

    • What do you notice about the character or the environment in the clip?
    • What does the character look like?
    • How would you describe the characters
      • Physical build
      • Voice
      • Hair, skin, etc.
      • Mobility
      • Hygiene
      • Nutritional status
    • Does the character use any verbal or nonverbal cues that provide additional information you can use for your assessment?

    Step 4: Complete the Assessment section of the . If a category is non-applicable, write NA in that section of the template.

    Step 5: Submit your Nursing Process Project template completed through the Assessment section.

    NUR 211 – Nursing Process Project: Assessment Rubric

    NUR 211 – Nursing Process Project: Assessment Rubric
    Criteria Ratings Pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAssessment

    8 ptsOutstandingAssessment is thorough and includes all relevant topics. Questions provided are utilized.6 ptsGoodAssessment is thorough and includes most relevant topics. Questions are used to a degree.

    4 ptsProficientAssessment is provided but has missing relevant topics. Questions provided are minimally used.2 ptsNeeds ImprovementAssessment is lacking significant information. Questions provided are not utilized.0 ptsUnacceptableAssessment is absent or severely lacking appropriate information.

    8 pts

    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly/Professional Composition

    2 ptsOutstandingExpert level of writing with little to no errors.1.5 ptsGoodGood level of writing with minimal (<2) errors.

    1 ptsProficientAverage level of writing with some (3-5) errors.0.5 ptsNeeds ImprovementBelow average level of writing with significant (>5) errors.0 ptsUnacceptableLevel of writing is far below what is expected for scholarly/professional composition.

    2 pts

    Total Points: 10

    Requirements: complete sentence

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    For this assessment, write a 35 page literature review, incorporating at least seven peer-reviewed journal articles as sources. At least two articles should be from the last 35 years, and at least one article should be a study from an international source (a journal published outside the United States or written by authors from outside the United States) or one that includes non-Western participants. You may use the articles provided in the reading list.

    Write Your Literature Review

    Use the for instructions on what to include. Ensure that each main point of your paper is supported clearly with evidence from your sources. Under some points, there are guiding questions to guide your thinking, but be sure to consult the Literature Review scoring guide to make sure you cover all that will be assessed.

    In the template, address the following points:

    • Explain the key research question and why its important. A distinguished review would also define key psychological concepts and ideas.
    • Explain key findings and evidence from among articles. A distinguished review would explain how the key findings and evidence are similar and different.
    • Synthesize the major themes among at least five articles into a summary. In a distinguished review, this would include a summary of what is known and most meaningful about the topic.
    • Describe the theory that will support your research plan, and for a distinguished review, how the selected theory is relevant to the research problem.
    • State a gap in the literature that your study can fill. A distinguished review would use relevant peer-reviewed scholarly articles.
    • Clearly state the hypothesis of your research. For a distinguished review, the hypothesis would be both specific and measurable.
    • Include an APA style reference for all sources cited.

    Once you complete your work in this required template, submit your literature review paper for grading.

    Your assessment should also meet the following requirements:

    • Length: 35 typed, double-spaced pages.
    • Written communication: Must be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
    • Resources and citations: A minimum of five peer-reviewed journal articles are required. Refer to for guidance in using proper APA style. See the for APA resources specific to your degree level.
    • Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

    By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria:

    • Competency 1: Differentiate between types of psychological research methods.
      • Explain key findings and evidence from among articles.
      • Synthesize the major themes among at least five articles.
    • Competency 2: Design research that controls for variations in behavior related to individual differences.
      • Explain a key research question and why it’s important.
      • Describe the theory that will support your research plan.
      • State a gap in the literature that your study can fill.
      • Clearly state the hypothesis for your research.
    • Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
      • Use APA style formatting for citations and reference list with only minor errors. Support references with proper in-text citations and vice versa.
      • Use APA style paper formatting with only minor errors.
      • Address assessment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.

      • Explain a key research question and why it’s important.DistinguishedExplains a key research question and why it’s important, defining key psychological concepts and ideas.ProficientExplains a key research question and why it’s important.BasicExplains a key research question.Non PerformanceDoes not explain a key research question and why it’s important.

      DistinguishedExplains how key findings and evidence among articles are similar and different.ProficientExplains key findings and evidence from among articles.BasicIncludes key findings and evidence from among articles.Non PerformanceDoes not explain key findings and evidence among articles.

      DistinguishedSynthesizes the major themes among at least five articles into a summary of what is known and most meaningful about the topic.ProficientSynthesizes the major themes among at least five articles.BasicIdentifies some of the themes of articles.Non PerformanceDoes not synthesize the major themes among at least five articles.

      DistinguishedDescribes the theory that will support your research plan, and how the selected theory is relevant to the research problem.ProficientDescribes the theory that will support your research plan.BasicIdentifies the theory that will support your research plan.Non PerformanceDoes not describe the theory that will support your research plan.

      DistinguishedStates a gap in the literature that your study can fill, using relevant peer-reviewed scholarly articles.ProficientStates a gap in the literature that your study can fill.BasicStates a gap in the literature, though its not clear how your study can fill it.Non PerformanceDoes not state a gap in the literature that your study can fill.

      DistinguishedClearly states the hypothesis for your research, which is both specific and measurable.ProficientClearly states the hypothesis for your research.BasicStates the hypothesis for your research, though it may not be clearly stated.Non PerformanceDoes not clearly state the hypothesis for your research.

      DistinguishedUses proper APA style formatting for citations and reference list. Supports all references with proper in-text citations and vice versa.ProficientUses APA style formatting for citations and reference list with only minor errors. Supports references with proper in-text citations and vice versa.BasicUses APA style formatting for citations and a reference list, but has major errors.Non PerformanceDoes not have citations or a reference list.

      DistinguishedUses proper APA style formatting throughout paper, including spacing, title page, page numbers, and headings.ProficientUses APA style paper formatting with only minor errors.BasicUses APA style paper formatting, but has major errors.Non PerformanceDoes not format paper in line with APA style guidelines.

      DistinguishedPresents a focused purpose through strong organizational skills. Presents evidence through strong paraphrasing and summarizing as well as appropriate tone and sentence structure.ProficientAddresses assessment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences.BasicAddresses the assessment purpose with minimal issues related to evidence, tone, and sentence structure.Non PerformanceDoes not respond to the assessment prompt or does not organize text appropriately, uses inappropriate tone, or does not include structurally sound sentences.

    Requirements:   |   .doc file

  • Organizational Business and Dynamics

    Formative 1:

    To start understanding organizational behavior inside your chosen company or institution, you first need to see the connections between the various parts of the organization including the people and teams. This activity will help you organize this information, so you can delve deeper into your organizational culture for the summative assessment.

    Using the Organizational Culture Assessment tool, evaluate an organization of your choosing (i.e. company/institution, non-profit association, volunteer group, church, etc.). Choose an organization that you have profound knowledge of; this will be needed as you work through this courses assessments. You may NOT be able to glean the knowledge needed from an organization you choose off the internet (but have never worked/volunteered with).

    Using the Organizational Culture Assessment tool, evaluate an organization of your choosing (i.e. company/institution, non-profit association, volunteer group, church, etc.). You will use the tool below to assess the people, departments, attitudes, and culture within the organization.

    You only need to fill in the selected boxes on the tool and submit.

    You must maintain the same organization for each of these assessments and develop each of these areas as you go. The more you work with the same organization, the more you will be able to see how each of these areas are interconnected. Plus, you will use information that you gather across this course to develop your final summative assessment project.

    Document Type/Template:

    Formative 2:

    Understanding the structure of your organization is critical to understanding how it operates and the culture it develops.

    Answer the following questions about your chosen organization.

    • What specific form of organizational design exists in your organization?
    • How effective is this design? Why or why not?

    All organizations go through change, which can be challenging for the leadership, the employees, and the organization itself.

    Reflect on a change that your organization has gone through recently or is currently experiencing.

    • What was the change?
    • How was it communicated?
    • What were the attitudes/behaviors of employees (or leaders) before and after the change?

    ***Remember, you are using this same organization throughout the assessments in this course.

    Document Type/Template:

    • Word Document

    Requirements: Detailed

    Requirements: Stated

  • Skill-Builder Module Discussion Post

    In this module, please apply an intersectional lens to describe at least ONE aspect of the training activity that you found especially relevant to your professional development as a social work practitioner (remember, practice domains are engagement, assessment, intervention, evaluation). Please connect your response to the intercultural competence learning goal(s) from your self-assessment (remember, the domains of competence are cognition, emotion, knowledge, value, skills). Be sure to incorporate specific terms and concepts from the training activity and from at least one course reading and/or other course materials.

    Below, I will provide the three videos that make up the training activity. Then, I will provide all of my intercultural competence learning goals below – but just in case, for reference, I am a caucasian young-adult female.

    This training activity is intended to enhance your ability to apply important concepts addressed in this unit. It is also intended to provide you with an opportunity to practice applying concepts related to intercultural competence.

    Once you have watched the videos, please complete the Skill Builder Questions and Share Out components of this module.

    1. Debunking the most common myths White people tell about race (3:47mins)

    2. Authors Robin DiAngelo and Ibram X. Kendi on how to become aware of privilege (2:39mins)

    3. ‘Woke Racism’ tackles anti-racism, performative action and its effect on Black Americans (7:11mins)

    Intercultural Competence Learning Goals:

    a) Your cognitive and affective reactions or processes – I would like be more cognizant of the power and privilege that I have as well as the disparities and inequalities that exist, that I am at times, unaware of. I also want to be more cognizant of the power and privilege that I simultaneously do not have, as well as of the disparities and inequalities that affect me.

    c) Your knowledge – Learn more about power, privilege, social systems, etc., in order to bring knowledge to professional interactions

    d) Your skills – Learn skills to be able to approach matters centered around diversity, social justice, and topics such as privilege and power, difference, disproportionality, disparity, and inequality, with self-awareness of how these concepts apply to me in order not to influence clients with my own past, prejudices, values, and beliefs in relation to these topics.

    Requirements: 2 paragraphs (discussion post format)   |   .doc file

  • Excel Fundamentals

    This first assignment aims to familiarize you with essential Excel functions and tools for data manipulation, calculations, and organization. Clear communication of your findings is equally important, making business writing a key part of the process. Mastering these skills is crucial for effective data analysis and decision-making in business contexts.

    You will work with a USDA weekly retail food sales data for three Western states. The data set includes variables such as state, category, dollars, and unit sales. This exercise will guide you in using Excel functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MAX, and MIN to perform calculations and gain insights from the dataset.

    Task

    You will use the USDA weekly retail food sales dataset for three Western states, found in the resources below. Once you have the data, follow the instructions below:

    Part A: Data Filtering and Descriptive Statistics

    1. Filter the data, copy it to a worksheet for further analysis and calculate Total Dollars and Total Unit Sales (SUM function):
      • Using the Filter function dropdown, select Colorado in the state column and the week 2019-10-06 from the date category
      • Copy the heading row and the filtered rows into the Colorado 2019-10-06 worksheet. This is necessary as Excel functions like SUM will include hidden rows from the Filtered data.
      • Use the SUM function to find the overall total sales for the Dollars and Unit sales columns.
    2. Insert a column for $/Unit and calculate average $/Unit (AVERAGE function):
      • Insert a column to the right of ‘Unit Sales and add the heading $/Unit. Format the column using “Currency” and two decimal points.
      • Beneath the heading, enter a formula to divide the amount in the Dollars cell to the left by the amount in the Unit sales column to the left (e.g. =F9/E9) . Verify the result is correct (around $3) and then copy that formula for all remaining rows.
      • At the bottom of the column, use the AVERAGE function to calculate the mean $/unit across all categories. Enter the label Mean in the cell to the left.
    3. Find Maximum and Minimum $/Unit amounts (MAX and MIN functions):
      • In the cells beneath the Mean label, enter the labels Max and Min.
      • Apply the MAX and MIN functions to find the highest and lowest $/Unit values for the State and date filtered.
    4. Save your workbook before continuing and add your last name to the end of the file.

    Be sure to name your files as follows:

    • Excel Workbook: LastName_Unit1.xlsx
    • Word Document: LastName_Unit1.docx

    Part B: Data Filtering and Visualization

    1. Return to the original By State and Product Category worksheet
    2. Create a visualization for Dollars by State for a single product Category for week ending 2019-10-06
      • Use the Filter dropdown arrow in the State column and click on Select All and then OK to reveal all states, but leave the Date filter as is to show all data for all states for the selected week 2019-10-06.
      • Use the Filter dropdown arrow in the Category column to select any single product category .
      • Use the Dollars category to sort the dataset in descending order Largest to Smallest to view which state has the highest total dollar sales for that category.
      • Create a 2-D Clustered Column chart showing Dollars by State
        1. Hold the CTRL key down and select the range of State names with your mouse. Do not include the column name State in your range.
        2. While continuing to hold the CTRL key down, select the range of Dollar values
        3. Release the CTRL key and verify the desired data in the two columns is highlighted
        4. Use the Insert menu and select the Recommended Charts to create a 2-D Clustered Column chart
        5. Edit the chart title to Total Sales by State for Week Ending 2019-10-06
        6. Create a Word document that will be your written summary described in Part C below. Copy the chart and Paste Special to the Word document by right-clicking and choosing the Picture option. Then select the chart in the Word document and use the Layout Options tab that appears to the top right to choose Top and Bottom. This will keep your text paragraph additions above and below the chart.
        7. Alternatively, you can Copy and Paste the chart as a picture within the Excel workbook but the data for the chart will change in the next visualization task so you must do one of these options before continuing.
    3. Create a Visualization for Dollars by Category for an Individual State
      • Use the Filter dropdown arrow in the Category column and click on Select All and then OK to reveal all categories, but leave the Date filter as is to show all data for all states for the selected week 2019-10-06.
      • Use the Filter dropdown arrow in the State column to select any single state.
      • Use the Dollars category to sort the dataset in descending order Largest to Smallest to view which category has the highest total dollar sales for that state.
      • Create a 2-D Clustered Column chart showing Dollars by Category
        1. Select the chart and delete it by right-clicking and using the Cut option
        2. Hold the CTRL key down and select the range of Category names with your mouse. Do not include the column name Category in your range.
        3. While continuing to hold the CTRL key down, select the range of Dollar values
        4. Release the CTRL key and verify the desired data in the two columns is highlighted
        5. Use the Insert menu and select the Recommended Charts to create a 2-D Clustered Column chart
        6. Edit the chart title to Sales by Category for [state] for Week Ending 2019-10-06
        7. Go to your Word document and enter 2 or 3 blank paragraphs to make room for the new chart
        8. Copy the chart and Paste Special to your Word document by right-clicking and choosing the Picture option. Then select the chart in the Word document and use the Layout Options tab that appears to the top right to choose Top and Bottom. This will keep your text paragraph additions above and below the chart.
      • Save your workbook.

    Part C: Written Summary

    In the Word document, write a brief summary (2-3 paragraphs) of your findings from the analysis. Use professional business writing to communicate your insights clearly and effectively. Your summary should be concise, well-organized, and appropriate for a business audience. Note: Copy both of your charts (Dollars by State and Dollars by Category) into this Word document. Use Paste Special > Picture format so the chart’s appearance doesnt change. Place each chart directly below your summary paragraph describing it.

    Your summary should include:

    • Insights into your charts of states and categories with the highest total sales, including their total sales figures. Put your insights directly above each chart.
    • What trends or outliers stand out in your chart? Why might some states or categories outperform others?
    • A copy of your Part A work above from the workbook and observations from your $/Unit calculations and Descriptive Statistics calculations of Average, Maximum, and Minimum. Tip: You do notneed to copy the whole table from Excel. Just include the key results in your paragraph – mention the Total Dollars, Total Units, Mean $/Unit, Max, and Min. You may summarize these in your own words rather than pasting the data.
    • An assessment of how this data could inform business decisions related to pricing, marketing, or inventory management.
    • Reflect on your experience using Excel. Identify one skill you feel confident in after this assignment (e.g., using formulas, formatting charts), and one area you’d like to improve in future assignments.

    Requirements: 3 parts

  • literature review

    Topic: Polypharmacy and Adverse Drug Reactions in Elderly Patients

    identify four to five research articles that relate to your topic. These are the articles that you will use to write the literature review for your research project.

    • Choose articles with both qualitative and quantitative research design (No more than 3 from one type)
    • All articles must be full text, peer-reviewed, and LESS than 10 years old (published 2015 or later)
    • Submit ONE summary of your individual articles using the template below.

    Below is a list of best resources for scholarly articles:

    • CINAHL
    • American Journal of Nursing
    • Clinical Trials
    • PubMed Central
    • Sage Research Methods
    • Medline with Full Text
    • UpToDate

    Requirements: tbd

  • Criminal Justice Question

    Assignment Details

    Probation sentences are used more often than any other sentencing option in the United States for correctional purposes. As a result, there are benefits and drawbacks to the system.

    This video takes a look at the differences between probation and parole (AJ+, 2015):

    explores probation and how it works.

    takes a look at the benefits and drawbacks to probation

    Using the knowledge that you have gained from this weeks reading assignments, Intellipath and MUSE assets, and other information provided, address the following questions in a 2-3 page paper:

    • Identify and discuss three benefits of probation sentences.
    • Identify and discuss three drawbacks of probation sentences.
    • If you were an offender who just received a probation sentence, how would you plan to make your probation sentence successful?
    • Which of your behaviors and habits would need to change if you were on probation? Why?

    While it is not necessary to provide complete citations in an APA format, your paper should include URLs and titles for any information used to support your position.

    Use this template to help plan and write your paper:

    Requirements: 2 pages

  • Business Question

    • Read: Master your thesis, Chapter 1
    • Read: How to write an exceptional thesis, Chapter 2
    • Read: writing a successful thesis, Chapter 1

    Your task in the Module 2 discussion is to present the topic you selected for your applied project or thesis. Include the following:

    a. rationale/justification for topic – follow suggestions in required reading and cite required reading to identify -where/how you are following suggestions; include personal, professional, and practical (what problem the project addresses) justification

    b. authoritative literature on each topic – provide a reference list of a minimum of ten authoritative sources (peer-reviewed journal articles, government research, professional publications, etc)

    c. describe how/why you eventually selected this topic over the others

    d. a specific question/concern on which you’d like your classmates to provide guidance/support

    by Caroline. Dale

    eBook 2022

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    I attached the previous assignment for reference

    I will send you the book when the question is assigned

    Requirements: 300 words at least

  • Complete Appendix A & B on

    Week one assignment entails selecting a senior project topic that stem from a workplace issue that you are familiar with. Categorizing the most common workplace issues will depend on the type of business and overall office environment, but in general problem areas fall into four broad categories: communication, harassment and bullying, gossip, and overall morale.

    The following is an outline to assist with selecting a topic process:

    Begin by generating a series of possible topics that involves workplace issues. You should think realistically about the practical implications of your choice, in practically in terms of the time requirement to complete the research.

    • Do you know enough about the topic to conduct a research project?
    • Will you have access to the topic population or data sources.
    • Do your topic fall within the broad field of organization management?

    Let us take a closer look at what is involved in conducting a problem analysis. Remember, you are not looking for solutions yet; but are interested in zeroing in on the problem area so that a clearer and more accurate picture may emerge.

    Appendix A: Problem Analysis Worksheet is designed to assist you with the selecting of a research project that meet the above criterias. The problem analysis worksheet will assist you with recording of your thought process. You may wish to make copies of the form and complete one for each general topic being considered as a project. For example: The initial questions could be —

    • Why are other departments producing better results than this one?
    • Why are sales not higher in this department?
    • Why is absenteeism higher in this department than in any other department of the office complex?

    Roughly delineate the problem area, including;

    • What is being discussed about it and why is it a problem?
    • Where is the problem located and who is involved?

    You should also accumulate your personal observations that is related to the workplace issue. Remember to identify the outward manifestations of the problem (current status) as well as possible underlying causes (desire status). Obtain these initial observations from the organization in which you propose implementing the Senior Project.

    To add to these possible causes, brainstorm (with fellow adult learners and others in the organization) other possible causes. Some of these additional possible causes will suggest other symptoms that should be observed. Further observations and discussions with others in the organization will verify whether these symptoms exist. Finally, there should be a complete list of the symptoms and possible causes.

    • Consolidate the list of symptoms and causes and translate them into a set of explanations of the problem. It is important at this stage to be aware of personal biases, so do not ignore other equally possible explanations. Start to think objectively.
    • Based on all the observations, select the explanations that appear to be most relevant to the problem under study.
    • Analyze the relationships between the various explanations that may provide additional insight into the problem. Are they getting at the same thing? If so, you may be able to consolidate them into a more general statement. Does your explanation have implications for another one?

    All of the above information is placed on the Appendix A: Problem Analysis Worksheet and discussed with the other adult learners and the Project Facilitator. Record each step of the analysis. You may wish to make copies of the form and complete one for each general topic being considered as a Project.

    You may find it helpful to view the Problem Analysis Worksheet in terms of a “funnel” analogy. The top of the funnel represents the broad or vague area of interest. As observations are made, facts accumulated, descriptions clarified, and relationships discerned, the problem becomes progressively focused, defined, and manageable.

    You are now ready to write the Appendix B: Senior Project Topic Proposal. The problem statement, which will become the topic proposal, should be a brief and clear statement. Keep in mind that this proposal needs to be written in such a way that someone who knows nothing about the area of study will understand it. Define all specialized terms clearly and concisely.

    The Topic Proposal must be approved and signed by the Professor. I choose Diversity and Inclusion

    Requirements: