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What is the PICOT question? Do the use of hand hygiene and aseptic techniques result in reduced infection and mortality in a 6-month period compared to the lack of sanitation practices in patients aged 50-60 years old at risk of hospital-acquired infection and subsequent mortality? P- (Patient, population, or problem):...
Practice Issue The topic The topic of this practice issue is discharge planning from hospital for patients with congestive heart failure. The purpose of discharge planning is reduction of hospital stay as well as avoid readmissions (Gonçalves-Bradley, Lannin, Clemson, Cameron, & Shepperd, 2016). One of the opportunities to address this...
Practice Issue The topic The topic is the hand hygiene and the adherence to hand antisepsis guidelines to reduce HAIs. The nursing practice issue related to the topic The identified nursing practice issue is numerous hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) that deteriorate patients outcomes and decrease the quality of their lives. It...
Heritage health assessment tool is used in nursing in order to assess, maintain, and promote healthcare habits in individuals and families based on one’s culture and beliefs. It provides healthcare specialists with critical information regarding individuals’ habits in relation to their culture, which can vary from one person to another....
Introduction It could be hardly doubted that the delivery of care to patients in appropriate and timely manner has a direct positive influence on their well-being. However, when the care is missed (or left undone), patient outcomes and the overall condition of clinical settings could be significantly aggravated. Therefore, the...
Introduction This research aims at studying the interactions between nurses and patients during the pre-discharge period. The main research question is “How can nurses improve the level of caregiving for patients during the pre-discharged period?”. There are also several supplementary questions concerning the improvement of the efficiency of their performance...
The treatment of diabetes is complicated and requires many changes in lifestyles to cope with daily problems associated with the need to do injections or take pills, self-control, dietary restrictions, and regular exercises. In general, life with diabetes requires a large number of changes that need to be made, which...
Background, Goals, and Aspirations The decision to enter a college to become a nurse was a turning point in my professional development. I have always wanted to promote well-being among vulnerable populations and encourage patient education, and the experience gained in college shaped me as a nurse. Although the studying...
Years Selected Nurse Has Been an RN The selected nurse has been working in the environment of nursing and healthcare for 6.5 years. Over the specified period of time, the nurse managed to acquire a significant amount of information about meeting the needs of a wide range of patients, including...
Obesity in children remains a major public health issue. A growing body of evidence suggests that social networks present a viable way to improve the situation. The following literature review aims to evaluate evidence of the effectiveness of SNS-based interventions based on available qualitative and quantitative studies. Comparison of Research...
The Unfolding of My Personal Nursing Philosophy Throughout my nursing experience, I found that the artistic element of nursing is subtle in its expression. It can be seen in the way nurses interact with patients, the dedication they put into even the smallest tasks, and the execution of routine treatments....
Introduction The problem of low staffing levels in the nursing setting has existed for many years (McHugh & Ma, 2014). Causing a significant drop in the quality of provided services, the issue has led to a steep rise in the number of medical errors, negative patient outcomes (e.g., instances of...
Executive Summary A new model comprising global issues in nursing and healthcare is presented by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). This Magnet Recognition Program comprises five major components, such as “transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovations, and improvements,” and, finally, “empirical outcomes” (“Magnet model,” n.d.,...
The topic studied within the frame of my research is the physical punishment of children as a form of domestic violence. The decision to choose this particular topic is related to its great social significance. Nowadays, people in both developed and developing countries still use corporal punishment as an educational...
The issue of abusive relationships, manipulative behavior, and domestic violence in contemporary society could hardly be overlooked. These problems manifest themselves in various forms, and they influence diverse spheres of social interactions. One of the most apparent examples of how exposure to abusive relationships can have adverse outcomes is the...
Abstract The quality of nursing care depends not only on the professional training of junior medical personnel but also on the extent to which these specialists observe cultural norms in the process of work. Further, the specifics of rendering assistance to people with mental disabilities will be examined from the...
Introduction Pressure ulcers are often experienced by those patients who have problems with movement and cannot change their position without assistance. In many cases, this condition is associated with surgical interventions, but it is only one possible cause. Fortunately, there are many ways to prevent the occurrence of this issue,...
Caring for victims of domestic violence is associated with some challenges because “many cultures maintain beliefs, norms and social institutions that legitimize and therefore perpetuate the violence” (Angelo, Prado, Cruz, & Ribeiro, 2013, p. 585). According to Angelo et al. (2013), to treat a victim of domestic violence, a nurse...
Background of the Problem Cancer is considered to be the plague of the 21st century. It is one of the primary causes of mortality in the world. In the US alone, over 600,000 patients die of cancer per year (NIH, 2016). In addition, the number of new cases of cancer...
Introduction Smoking is the inhalation of burning tobacco that is encased in cigarettes, cigars, or pipes. It is classified into two modes; casual smoking is the occasional act of smoking while smoking habit refers to the physical addiction to various tobacco products. Paternal parents’ health History Grandfather was born in...
The main aim of the given research is to determine the effect the methods like motivational interviews and specific web tools will have on people suffering from different degrees of obesity and how these could be used to improve their quality of health. To attain the increased credibility of the...
The purpose of the research was to explore gait and balance patterns in patients afflicted with frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) to prevent falls (Velayutham, Chandra, Bharath, & Shankar, 2017). The implicit research question can be summarized as Whether the patterns of gait and balance in patients with...
What is the purpose of this research? This research aims at investigating the causes of falls among older people with Alzheimer disease (AD) or frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and the necessity to develop a quantitative balance and gait measurement to protect a vulnerable group of people and develop preventive strategies (Velayutham,...
What is the purpose of this research? The goal of this research is to discuss patient and physician perspectives on the worth of a new technology that can be used to detect cardiovascular autonomic neuropathy (CAN) among the patients of a specialist diabetes clinic (Pals et al., 2015). What is...
What is the purpose of this research? The purpose of this study was to investigate the viewpoints and attitudes of patients and physicians with regards to the value of a novel technology application used to detect Cardiovascular Autonomic Neuropathy (CAN) in healthcare settings. What is the research question (or questions)?...
The article prepared by Sand-Jecklin and Sherman (2014) deals with the changes observed after the implementation of a new form of bedside nursing report in a hospital setting. Professionals emphasized that even though there are some benefits of a blended form according to the literature for both nursing staff and...
The article is aimed at reporting the results of the research conducted by Kennedy et al. (2014) devoted to studying the use of self-management tools in patients with serious health issues. About the type of research and its design, the article outlines the results of a qualitative study involving a...
What question did the systematic review address? The research question addressed by the researchers was “Is there a difference in effective BCTs associated with the initiation and maintenance of change?” (Samdal, Eide, Barth, Williams, & Meland, 2016, p. 2). The review addressed the question specifically; however, further development of focus...
My nursing philosophy is associated with the assistance to people aimed at improving their health outcomes by providing treatment and preventative measures. I believe that nursing is the sphere that requires constant enhancement and evidence-based practices. The rapidly changing environment, innovations in treatment, development of new approaches, and patients’ varying...
What demographic variables were measured at the nominal level of measurement in the Oh et al. (2014) study? The data estimated in answer variants such as “yes” or “no,” or multiple choice questions instead of numbers are called nominal measurements. The variables such as incidence of fractures, addiction to alcohol...
According to the relevant study results section of the Darling-Fisher et al. (2014) study, what categories are reported to be statistically significant? In Darling-Fisher et al. (2014) study, statistically significant categories were the following: type of provider, practice setting, adolescent patients‘ percentage, years of experience, and region of the practice....
What were the name and type of measurement method used to measure Caring Practices in the Roch, Dubois, and Clarke (2014) study? The Caring Nurse-Patient Interaction Short Scale (CNPISS) was the method used to measure Caring Practices. It is a short 5-point scale method, where the results can be rated...
What is the mode for the variable inpatient complications in Table 2 of the Winkler et al. (2014) study? What percentage of the study participants had this complication? The mode for the variable inpatient complications is “AMI post admission for patients admitted with UA” (Winkler et al., 2014, p. 423)....
In the article Self-efficacy and perceived exertion of girls during exercise, the authors discuss the importance of regular physical activity and its relation to obesity and cardiovascular diseases (Pender, Bar-Or, Wilk, & Mitchell, 2002). According to the authors, the physical activity in youth has decreased dramatically during the last decades...
What are the frequency and percentage of the COPD patients in the severe airflow limitation group who are employed in the Eckerblad et al. (2014) study? The researcher adopted the COPED for the patients with severe airflow limitations where pertinent percentages, including 14% and 7% were given proper regard. What...
Family Nurse Practitioners (FNP) are accountable for providing health care to people in the context of their community, paying close attention to the prevention of diseases. FNPs tend to patients of different genders, disease backgrounds, and ages, and hence require an extensive and certified knowledge base. FNP education, thus, becomes...
In contemporary society, evidence-based nursing is very important because of the increased public demand for nurses and other medical professionals to be held accountable for their medical practices. Besides, the evidence-based practice should be adopted by the healthcare centers to ensure that quality services are provided to the patients, and...
Role of the Advanced Practice Nurse According to the American Nurses Association (n.d.), the role of advanced practice nurses (APNs) includes performing care through assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. APNs provide counseling to patients and their families, conduct health examinations and diagnosis, maintain patient records, refer individuals to other medical professionals,...
The investigation of the problem implies a specific setting. Considering the hypothesis which states that the improvement of the healthcare will contribute to the better outcomes related to obesity rates, the most common approaches used in the given sphere could be considered the main aspects of the investigation. These become...
Summary The article by Tracy and DiNapoli (2012) explores the fundamentals of Dossey’s (2008) theory that implies the integral approach to health care services provided related to pain management. The authors of the article emphasize the role of holism and healing as the two key components of the mentioned theory....
Problem or Issue Pressure ulcers (PUs), especially hospital-acquired ones, are an important issue associated with the clinical management of patients. A PU can be defined as a “localized injury to the skin and/or underlying tissue, usually over a bony prominence, as a result of pressure alone or in combination with...
Taking a different route to class can be described as a small change. However, the change will be characterized by new sights, experiences, and encounters. When taking a different route, it will be appropriate to leave earlier in order to be in class on time. It is undeniable that I...
Having nurses with a personal history of domestic violence committed against them to treat victims of violence is not a question of efficiency, but rather a question of medical and working ethics. On the one hand, it is clear that a nurse who suffered first-hand from such actions would be...
Research Design, Hypothesis, Variables The purpose of this project is to estimate a particular impact on the rate of readmissions among patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or heart failure. A mixed research method will be employed. On the one hand, it aims at measuring certain variables and...
The risk of developing pressure ulcers in patients remains one of the most important problems that healthcare specialists in emergency departments face during their practice. A bed ulcer occurs due to constant pressure on a certain part of the body. The significance of the problem cannot be overstated as pressure...
It is a common truth that previous experience related to difficult situations can have a significant influence on people’s personal life and career. Speaking about the impact of negative experience on professionalism, it is important to discuss the way that nurses’ previous abusive relationships affect their practice with victims of...
Introduction The completed course has equipped me with skills that can transform my care delivery philosophy. I have understood the importance of practice approaches such as cultural competence and multidisciplinary teams. The purpose of this personal reflection is to outline the knowledge acquired after completing this nursing course. Skills and...
What EBP Activities Have ARNPs in Your Area Spearheaded? The recognition of evidence-based practice (EBP) activities and competencies remain one of the main aspects of nursing education at different levels. Hande, Williams, Robbins, Kennedy, and Christenbery (2017) underline that evidence-based practice is usually characterized by certain challenges and warrants, and...
Introduction Visual loss is a challenging condition associated with numerous complications. In addition to evident sensory perception deterioration, it creates significant emotional and psychological effects. The following paper presents two nursing diagnoses for a patient with a sudden loss of vision accompanied by respective teaching and nursing care plans. First...
The Philosophy Key Concepts My personal nursing philosophy is concerned with the key concepts and ideas that I endeavor to apply in practice. I believe that I can make a difference, and I will work to contribute to the development of our society by providing high-quality service and taking the...
Introduction It is necessary to note that that the role of cultural competence has been increasing over the years. The issue is that many health care professionals do not view some of the points as significant and frequently disregard them. However, the health and well-being of an individual could be...
Introduction The healthcare sector is one of the main institutions that guarantee the existence of our society and promotes its further evolution. It provides people with qualified medical services that help them to remain healthy and perform numerous activities vital for the existence of the community. Moreover, the healthcare sector...
What is the purpose of this research? The article discusses the research study aimed at the identification of the influence of gait and balance parameters on the condition of people with Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia. The authors believe that these parameters can be used to analyze clients’ states and...
Overview Despite the common delusion that addiction to substances is more typical of marginal or minority population groups, drug and alcohol abuse can be encountered across all social strata, generations, ethnicities, and cultures. The nursing profession is not an exception to this rule. Addiction among nurses is a pressing issue,...
The article “Overweight and Obesity among Children: An Evaluation of a Walking Program” by Zuraikat and Dugan (2015) reveals that indeed obesity is a health issue that needs to be addressed with urgency not only in the U.S. but also globally. The two authors confirm that a walking program may...
A study provided by specialists of the Zurich University (Switzerland) helps to clarify the situation with epigenetic inheritance. Gapp et al. (2014) studied the molecular mechanisms of inheritance behavior in mice. To do this, they caused animals’ childhood trauma: they were taken away from their mothers within two weeks at...
According to the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) website, this organization is willing to enhance the quality and safety of healthcare through the improved education of future nurses. To make this goal easier to achieve, QSEN created a range of six competencies that focus on “the knowledge, skills,...
While the symptoms of all anemia types are similar, it is possible to differentiate some for them and find the right diagnosis. Multiple kinds of anemia are described by an individual feeling fatigued. Thus, it can be hard to find a diagnosis in many situations. However, the case of Ms....
The article by Scheepmans et al. (2013) is titled “Restraint use in home care: A qualitative study from a nursing perspective”, and it is an appropriate description of this work. The abstract is well-structured and contains all the necessary sections that would help to get a better understanding of the...
Introduction The assessment involved the family of Emily, a 76-year old American female living in an urban neighborhood located six miles from the healthcare facility. Emily is diabetic and has been diagnosed with some early signs of kidney disease. Nevertheless, the kidneys are functioning normally and the patient is active....
Specific goals of primary hyperthyroidism therapy The patient, M. S, suffers from excessive secretion of thyroid hormone. In most cases, the condition is caused by a tumor in the parathyroid tissues of the gland, which results in elevated levels of calcium in the blood (Oppenheimer, Braverman & Toft, 2005). The...
Practice Issue Worksheet List the topic and include the citation for the systematic review you have selected: Skin antisepsis for reducing central venous catheter-related infections Lai, N. A., Lai, N. M., O’Riordan, E., Chaiyakunapruk, N., Taylor, J. E., & Tan, K. (2012). Skin antisepsis during catheter insertion for reducing central...
Abstract Postnatal depression is a significant health problem. Up to 15% of women after child delivery is suffering from this depression. To ameliorate its negative effects, nurses’ interventions in the process of mother-infant interaction might be helpful. The purpose of this investigation was to evaluate the effect of nurses’ interventions...
Do you think Ms. Robaczynski killed Mr. Gessner? Why or why not? Nurses are now frequently involved in heated debates on the topic of withholding or withdrawal of treatment, and the case of Ms. Robaczynski clearly demonstrates how controversial and multidimensional the issue is. I would not state dogmatically that...
This essay is aimed to consider the functions which nurses have in their advanced practice. The paper is going to touch on a nurse practitioner, a nurse educator, a nurse informatics specialist, and a nurse administrator. Besides, the functions are going to be compared and contrasted. A nursing practitioner should...
R.T. is a 45-year-old woman and new NP. She has just joined a new primary-care practice and is working with three physicians—two men and one woman. She does not take calls or go into the hospital. She sees mainly the patients with urgent problems in the office and collaborates and...
Introduction As we have already stated in previous parts of our research, the Transitional Care Model provides nurses with an opportunity to monitor patients’ states and ensure that they will have a chance to communicate to a healthcare specialist at any moment. It will obviously contribute to the increased efficiency...
Nola J. Pender’s Health Promotion Model Nola J. Pender’s Health Promotion Model presents powerful action plans that can increase a client’s wellbeing. Health is defined as a positive dynamic that can be experienced in the presence of a disease (Rahimian, Mohammadi, Mehri, & Rakhshani, 2016). Every patient has his or...
Chosen POI The population of interest selected for this paper includes patients on chronic pain management. Such patients represent a significant population whose issues are numerous and complex. In particular, in the sphere of caring and treatments for patients with chronic pain, there are several ever-present pressing issues such as...
Data Analysis for Demographic Variables Demographic variables for this project include age, ethnicity, gender, lifestyle, and socioeconomic status because professionals tend to reveal that heart failure affects people when they become older. With the help of analyzing demographic variables and presenting descriptive statistics, it will be possible not only to...
What is the purpose of this research? The purpose of the study is to examine the way how the integration of new technologies in clinical practice is perceived by healthcare providers and patients focusing on the use of a handheld device, Vagus, specifically designed for Cardiovascular Autonomic Neuropathy (CAN) screening...
What is the purpose of this research? In their study, Velayutham, Chandra, Bharath, and Shankar (2017) consider the opportunities for reducing the threat of falls among patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Seeing that the identified demographic is especially prone to falls, it is essential to address their needs with an appropriate...
What is the purpose of this research? The goal of the study is to define patients’ and healthcare practitioners’ perspective on innovative control tools (a device for measuring heart rate and the cardiac autonomic reflex) for identifying the presence of Cardiovascular Autonomic Neuropathy (CAN) in diabetic patients in a hospital...
What is the purpose of this research? The study aims to investigate how Alzheimer’s disease (AD) and Frontotemporal dementia (FTD) affect elderly patients’ gait and balance − the factors that contribute to falls-associated morbidity. Velayutham, Chandra, Bharath, and Shankar (2017) suggest that differences in these parameters may be used in...
The final topic is congestive heart failure (CHF) nature and readmission of people diagnosed with this disease in respective hospitals. The problem statement is formulated as follows: since CHF is one of the main health care concerns in cardiovascular care, there is a need to conduct a research and determine...
Nightingale’s Influence on the Perception of MDGs Florence Nightingale’s legacy had a tremendous influence on my perception of all the Millennium Development Goals that have to be reached today. Her opinion is important to me not only because she was a notable person in the sphere of medicine, but also...
Attitudes The attitude I have selected as my number one priority is caring. This choice is accounted for by the fact that my profession is based on the desire to care for other people. I believe that this is an underlying principle of human relationships. The second place is occupied...
Attitudes I believe that one of the most important attitudes is flexibility. It allows finding the most suitable approach to each person, which is the basis of high-quality care and trusting relationships. The second one is optimism since positive perception of one’s life makes people happier and has proven benefits...
The role that conceptualization plays in the contemporary advanced nursing practice is immense and could hardly be denied. It is essential to mention that early conceptualization of nursing theory, which was implemented in the second half of 20th century by several scientists, to this day remains a profound basis for...
Practice Issue What practice issue has been identified related to the chosen topic? Standard hospital-discharge plans are often insufficient in the information they provide to the patients with chronic illnesses. Aspects such as emotional well-being of the patient, the use or creation of a support network and even daily activities...
Nursing Issue Malnutrition in patients occurs when nurses ignore patient needs, or healthcare facilities face a financial burden. Even though this issue is not typical for all hospital settings, it has a crucial influence on people’s well-being. Many patients face the impeded recovery, the effectiveness of their treatment reduces, and...
The engagement of students is a notion usually talked about in education, and much research has been carried out on the subject matter. It is usually perceived as the rate of interest that learners demonstrate towards the subject under discussion; their interaction with the teacher, content, and peers; and their...
Barriers Encountered In my journey to become a professional nurse, I have encountered numerous challenges. One of the main challenges was the conflict between professions. When I graduated from high school, I wanted to join a law school. I wanted to become a lawyer, just like my parents. However, an...
Contrary to classroom learning, clinical education in nursing happens in an elaborate medical learning setup that is swayed by numerous aspects. The setting offers a chance for many nursing learners to gain knowledge experimentally while changing theoretical facts to a range of psychological, psychomotor, and mental proficiencies that are crucial...
Abstract In this paper, the description of a randomized controlled trial will be given to clarify if it is possible to reduce the incidence of hospital-acquired pressure ulcers on day 3 of hospitalization if patients with a high risk of developing a pressure ulcer are provided with a treatment plan...
In order to select what types of programs are to be made constituents of a new K-12 health education curriculum, it is necessary to take into the account that all its apprentices must be provided with an opportunity to be healthy, fit, and willing to embrace new knowledge. Therefore, K-12...
The Spirit of Inquiry Ignited Cancer is a grave disease that is highly lethal and often delivers a slow and painful death at later stages. Statistically, in 2008 the mortality rate from cancer was at the level of 62% (Siegel et al., 2014). Breast cancer is one of the most...
Nurses usually need to empower their patients to help them make lifestyle modifications. These empowerment activities are associated with the health promotion task by completing which nurses assist patients in overcoming possible barriers related to their environments (Raingruber, 2016). For example, there were situations when I had opportunities to empower...
Nursing Care Issue Workplace violence is one of the major issues in professional nursing. Whether it is patient-to-nurse or nurse-to-nurse violence, this problem is still present in many places. Outcome A plan for quality improvement can lessen the rates of violence, increase workplace safety, and protect nurses from patient aggression...
Topic Description Childhood obesity is an issue of great public health concern globally. A higher than normal body mass index (BMI) in children is a diagnosis of this condition. Obesity in childhood has multiple causes and is associated with a variety of health risks. The primary etiologies include unhealthy dietary...
Will hypertensive patients who fail to follow treatment rules (noncompliance) (P) benefit from an educational protocol and counselling sessions (I) compared to noncompliant patients who do not receive these interventions (C) by increasing the adequate treatment rules (compliance) and improving blood pressure (O) within a documented one year of trending...
In patients of age group 18 to 25 (P) who receive education regarding the importance of exercising 300 minutes per week (I) compared to a similar group who does not receive the education (C) will increase their present level of activity by 30%.(O) by the end of a 6 month...
PICOT Question: In the primary care setting, for women aged 40-55 (P), how effective is provider-initiated conversation regarding recommended screening guidelines and there benefits to detect breast cancer (I) verses not initiating conversation (C) in increasing patient participation in mammogram screenings for breast cancer (O) over a 6- month time...
PICOT Question 1: Females 18-35 years of age discharged from the hospital after child birth (p) who participate in a nurse practitioner home visit educational and assessment program (i) as opposed to non-participation in the nurse practitioner home visit educational and assessment program (c) have a decreased incidence of postpartum...
If a person is subjected to violence, one of the paramount tasks of physicians is to not only help the victim get rid of the physical consequences of injuries but also to provide psychological support (Higgins et al., 2016). It can be assumed that those employees who have received training...
The problem of pressure ulcers is one of the most central issues that always arise in the emergency department. A specific plan in the form of a protocol can be introduced to try to reduce the incidence of hospital-acquired pressure ulcers. In order to determine the success of the implementation...
PICOT Question In patients aged 18 to 25 (P), who receive education regarding the importance of exercising 300 minutes per week (I) compared to a similar group who does not receive the education (C) will their present level of activity increase by 30% (O) by the end of a 6...
PICOT Question Emergency room healthcare providers (p) given safety and violence protocol training (i) versus those providers not given the safety and violence protocol training (c) demonstrate increased knowledge of safety and violence policies and procedures(o) over the next six weeks (t)? Search Strategy Conducted The search strategy was multi-step...
Picot Question For African Americans ages 18-35 with uncontrolled hypertension receiving care from a community health center (P), does ongoing education on lifestyle modifications (healthy eating habits and increased physical activity) (I), compared to medication therapy alone (C), contribute to a better control of blood pressure; therefore, reducing the incidence...
Question Background Today, people have access to a number of methods for smoking cessation. Some people are ready to try medical ways of treatment. There are also groups of people who believe in the power of psychological treatment. Besides, there are also cases when the effects of acupuncture make people...
Summary Research problem Nowadays, the issue of elder abuse remains to be crucial in the field of nurses. It is hard to detect the cases of abuse and prove the necessity to solve the problem. People can neither ignore the connection between high-quality nursing and elder care nor neglect the...
Discuss how the Theory of Interpersonal Relations relates to Essential IX? Are there any incompatibilities between this Essential and Peplau’s theory? Explain your answer. Essential IX of master’s education in nursing essentially outlines several nurse roles suggested in Hildegard Peplau’s theory. For instance, the requirement of nursing graduates to have...
Introduction It is quite hard to imagine a team that consists of members who have no conflicts and whose opinions on important questions are always the same. Nevertheless, there are a lot of ways to resolve the conflicts that occur between the co-workers and mitigate their negative impact on the...
Introduction Advanced Practice Nurses possess adequate competencies that make it easier for them to provide patient-centered and evidence-based healthcare (Ballard, 2015). The practitioners must have the required theoretical knowledge, skills, and academic qualifications. Successful candidates for the advanced nursing role should have a master’s degree. My competencies as an advanced...
Introduction Graduate-level nurses should possess powerful leadership competencies. Such dexterities make it easier for them to empower their clients, offer evidence-based healthcare services, and realize their goals. Nurses should deal with the unique challenges facing their working environments. The possession of adequate leadership skills will address most of the issues...
Problem Statement It is possible to concentrate on the issue of nurse staffing impact on older adults’ health in the context of a certain hospital. Taking into account that health care delivery standards change according to the ever-changing world environment and need to be followed properly, it seems appropriate to...
Introduction The use of personal nursing philosophies as the foundation for nursing practice has attracted many scholars interested in establishing how these philosophies lead to positive patient care outcomes by not only enhancing the proper application of nursing knowledge but also stimulating the development of the nursing theory (Petrovskaya, 2014)....
Mrs. L was born in China and has been living in the United States for three years. She is 75 years old and was recently diagnosed with metastatic lung cancer. All the necessary treatment information has been provided to the patient as part of her nursing care and patient education....
The impact of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) payment denial on the provision of healthcare services can be discussed from two perspectives. On the one hand, the quality of care can be affected if the payment for required services is denied because they can belong to the...
The challenges in the future of health care as they relate to the concerns and needs of the elderly The elderly population of the US (or any other country) is specifically intending to be especially dependent on healthcare. The elderly people experience the so-called age-related health problems, many of which...
The modern nursing practice calls for cultural competence due to the vast diversification of the patients. Cultural competence in the nursing practice implies respect, inclusiveness, the valuing of cultural and religious differences, commitment, as well as equity (Canadian Nurses Association, 2009, p. 1). It is especially important since the cultural...
The article is qualitative research, as evidenced by the fact that there is no evidence of statistical data analysis. Indeed, the research is based on suicidal assessments, something that is hard to measure empirically. Its analysis is done in a narrative form or in words, as opposed to the use...
Influence of Nightingale’s Legacy Florence Nightingale played a critical role in the enhancement of the nursing services. She helped to identify social and environmental health determinants that influence human health. Nightingale’s contribution to the nursing field led to the formation of a grassroots-to-global movement that aimed at creating public awareness...
Peer Interview The interviewee started by introducing herself as an Operating Room (OR) nurse in a modern healthcare organization. Besides, she is involved in the execution of the functions of an assistant coordinator of orthopedic services. The respondent added that she was a member of one Operating Room Committee in...
This course has helped me understand that currently, nurse practitioners in an adult-gerontology primary care are in demand and more of them are needed to provide comprehensive healthcare for adults. Nurse practitioners in an adult-gerontology primary healthcare usually practice in many different institutions and therefore, have many options in choosing...
I believe that there is always a pressing need for organizations for nurses as they play a crucial role in providing all kinds of professional support, generating new ideas and innovative solutions, and organizing nurses’ collaboration (Williams, Fulbrook, Kleinpell, Schmollgruber, & Alberto, 2015). The importance of nursing associations can be...
Abilities Gained Throughout the course, I have encountered a variety of new tasks and assignments that have helped me to develop a range of abilities that I previously lacked. Some were relatively easy to develop, while others took more time. Overall, the abilities I have gained allow me to address...
Evidence-based project: Gerontology and suicide prevention The interest in gerontology and suicide prevention programs in gerontologic patients sparked because the importance of this particular area of nursing was realized only throughout the last two decades. This issue can be characterized as pivotal because the treatment of gerontologic patients majorly contributes...
Assessment 150.9 Heart failure, unspecified (“2017 ICD-10-CM Diagnosis Code I50.9”, 2017). The patient has a CHF exacerbation. The woman may be experiencing it because of the accident that caused some defects that were not initially noticed or because of some situation that caused a sudden overload. It would be advantageous...
Needs Assessment A needs assessment can be defined as a systematic approach to exploring the attitude, interest, ability, and state of knowledge of a particular group or audience involving a given subject (McCawley, 2009). In healthcare, needs assessment is the systematic approach to the review of health issues that face...
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) is an advanced practice nurse (APN) who aims at delivering the family-oriented care. Focusing on a family unit, FNPs should operate in accordance with certain ethics and legal, regulatory statutes. In particular, a policy issue should be identified to develop a personal nursing philosophy. The...
Family Genetic History Family Member Description Paternal grandfather First and last initials: JL Birthdate: 1915 Death date: 1971 Occupation: Hoistman Education: 6th grade Primary language: English Health summary: He had cardiac arrhythmia and died from heart attack Paternal grandmother First and last initials: RL Birthdate: 1921 Death date: 1989 Occupation:...
This course has equipped me with valuable knowledge concerning leadership in the diverse society with a focus on the healthcare setting. I understand various peculiarities of and issues, as well as opportunities, associated with emotional intelligence, conflict management, time management. Importantly, I learned more about myself as I learned about...
The Description of the Capstone Population of Interest The POI under consideration is people with acute myeloid leukemia. As the American Cancer Society (2016) estimates, 19950 new cases of acute myeloid leukemia will be registered in 2016, and the mortality rates associated with acute myeloid leukemia are high: 10430 deaths...
Accreditation is an essential part of any nursing program as it helps to measure the quality of education. By promoting the consistency of standards across all jurisdictions with the aid of substantive guidelines, it sets the high standards of health care delivery practice. Accreditation of nursing schools makes sure that...
Introduction Medication errors are a widespread patient safety issue: in fact, it is the most common medical error, which illustrates its significance for nursing practice (Gorgich, Barfroshan, Ghoreishi, & Yaghoobi, 2015; Vito, Borycki, Kushniruk, & Schneider, 2017). The adverse outcomes of medication errors range from distrust towards the healthcare institution...
Strength and Weaknesses According to the analyses and interviews, the chosen aggregate has more strengths than weaknesses. The main strength of the aggregate is that it is located in a favorable place, namely in Downtown Miami, where there are many professional healthcare institutions. Another major strength is that the people...
Introduction Background Comfrey (Symphytum officinale L.) is a perennial plant with long rough leaves and white, creamy yellow, or light purple flowers. Several chemical compounds are responsible for the pharmacological effects of comfrey extracts. Allantoin, a compound that increases cell proliferation; rosmarinic acid, an anti-inflammatory constituent; polysaccharides (local soothing effect);...
Introduction The central nervous system is made of the spinal cord and the brain. The human nervous system, particularly the brain and its cognitive abilities, makes the most impressive and distinctive characteristics of humans. There exists little or inadequate understanding of the changes in the human nervous system and the...
Background of the Research Topic Residential property values are assumed to be a reliable indicator of socioeconomic status because it is among the most prized and valuable assets for many people. According to Coffee et al. (2013), the property value is a reliable wealth indicator that could help researchers understand...
The definition of the “executive function” Executive function is the theorized cognitive function in psychology that is in charge of and deal with the cognitive processes (Lux, 2007). The cognitive functions are normally being performed by the frontal and the prefrontal lobe of the brain. Moreover the executive function involves...
Introduction The present paper considers the introduction of a mechanism for reporting staffing issues, concerns, and suggestions as a planned change intervention for the Brigham and Women’s Hospital Department of Nursing [BWHDN] (2016). This change should contribute to the solution to the ever-present problem of nurse shortage (Maenhout & Vanhoucke,...
Statement of the Problem One of the prevailing issues in the long-term care facility for the elderly is the prevailing incidences of ulcers in elderly patients. Pressure ulcers result in unbearable pain, which significantly reduces comfort for patients; hence, solutions to the issue should be established. The purpose of this...
Change Proposal Patient safety is the key priority of all health care professionals since no mistakes are allowed in this area. Regardless of the level of technological support of the unit, safety policies require ongoing improvement as they must respond to the ever-changing environment (Healy, 2016). The problem is that...
When studying the ways of health assessment and physical examination, it is necessary to have an appropriate learning environment that would encourage students’ critical thinking (Jarvis, 2016). During the course, we learned about the core assessment tools and nursing theories such as Watson’s theory of human caring and Leininger’s transcultural...
Problem Description Diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) is type 2 diabetes (T2D)-related complication associated with the problem of high morbidity and lower quality of life among geriatric diabetics. It manifests as recurrent wounds or painless surface lesions attributed to sensory/motor neuropathy or ischemia (Hampton, 2015). Globally, T2DM is projected to affect...
Introduction The primary research question that the study will address is, “What is the preferred intervention to reduce the rate of teen pregnancies in the local community?” This question can be answered using a qualitative methodology to review both primary and secondary data. For instance, secondary data would include previous...
Introduction Restraint and seclusion are often considered a failure of nurses to provide quality care for the patients (Kontio et al., 2012). This is why an evidence-based proposal for additional nursing training was created. However, it touches upon a variety of aspects that may be financial, quality, and clinical in...
Health information exchange (HIE) is a significant part of healthcare data systems. Wager, Lee, and Glaser (2017) argue that HIE “serves as a building block for improved patient care, quality, and safety” (p. 117). HIE facilitates the accessibility of relevant patient information, thus helping companies to avoid duplication of services,...
Introduction As human health is a multi-faceted phenomenon that is the subject of study of an array of disciplines, healthcare informatics does not comprise all the knowledge and instead divides it between different areas that can cater to the needs of every separate field of study. However, despite the fact...
Hispanics are an ethnic group that is disproportionately affected by obesity. The health disparity requires the immediate attention of the members of the health community because the condition is associated with a wide range of comorbidities such as hypertension, diabetes, and cancer (Agne, Daubert, Munoz, Scarinci, & Cherrington, 2013). Multiple...
Organs Damaged by Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) The greatest negative effect of NSAIDs is produced on the liver and kidneys. The most common NSAIDs-related negative outcome on the kidneys is fluid retention (Woo, 2016). The explanation of this occurrence is that NSAID metabolites are excreted chiefly by the kidneys. That...
Information technology (IT) has become an essential aspect of any healthcare organization, which results in the necessity to have IT specialists in these establishments. According to Wager, Frances, and Glaser (2017) the roles of them differ, as they can be engaged in activities “from customizing a software application to setting...
Nursing is a sphere that requires both professional knowledge concerning the right way to conduct necessary medical manipulations and the knowledge of psychology that helps nursing professionals to understand the needs of their patients and address possible communication problems before they occur. Nowadays, there is a range of nursing theories...
Introduction The complexity of modern tasks promotes the need for the increased efficiency of health workers and their ability to make tough choices and act under pressure. Under these conditions, nurses, who work with patients and who satisfy their needs, become the most vulnerable group. Advanced practitioners have enough autonomy...
Introduction A family health assessment helps identify family and nursing diagnoses and develop nursing interventions. In this paper, a health assessment will be performed on a nuclear Caucasian family, the Johnsons, using open-ended questions touching on 11 functional health domains related to the family. The paper also includes a summary...
What comparisons can be found between the GCU Mission and Domains/CON Mission and Program Competencies with the AACN’s Essentials for Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing? Explain your rational. The College of Nursing and Health Care Professions (CON) at Grand Canyon University has a Mission that is accessible on the...
Introduction The American Health Care Act (AHCA) passed on May 4, 2017, provoked a strong public reaction. The proposed reform aims to reverse the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), decrease taxes, and reduce the budget deficit. Despite all the discussions about expenditures and shortcomings associated with the ACA,...
There are several population focused roles authorized by the Nurse Practice Act. In Florida, the Nurse Practice Act considers the following roles: certified nurse midwives, clinical nurse specialists, certified nurse practitioners, psychiatric nurses, and certified registered nurse anesthetists (Nurse Practice Act, 2018). An advanced practice registered nurse may prescribe and...
