To Prepare:

• Select a bill that has been proposed (not one that has been enacted) using the congressional websites provided in the Learning Resources.

Resources:

 

• Milstead, J. A., & Short, N. M. (2019). Health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (6th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
  • Chapter 3, “Government Response: Legislation” (pp. 37–56)
  • Chapter 10, “Overview: The Economics and Finance of Health Care” (pp. 180–183 only)
• Congress.govLinks to an external site.. (n.d.). Retrieved September 20, 2018, from https://www.congress.gov/
• Taylor, D., Olshansky, E., Fugate-Woods, N., Johnson-Mallard, V., Safriet, B. J., & Hagan, T. (2017). Corrigendum to position statement: Political interference in sexual and reproductive health research and health professional education. Nursing Outlook, 65(2), 346–350Links to an external site..
• United States House of RepresentativesLinks to an external site.. (n.d.). Retrieved September 20, 2018, from https://www.house.gov/
• United States SenateLinks to an external site.. (n.d.). Retrieved September 20, 2018, from https://www.senate.gov/
• United States Senate. (n.d.). Senate organization chart for the 117th CongressLinks to an external site..  https://www.senate.gov/reference/org_chart.htm
• Document: Legislation Grid Template (Word document)

 The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Legislation Grid; 1-page Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement)Be sure to add a title page, an introduction, purpose statement, and a conclusion. This is an APA paper.Part 1: Legislation GridBased on the health-related bill (proposed, not enacted) you selected, complete the Legislation Grid Template. Be sure to address the following:

• Determine the legislative intent of the bill you have reviewed.
• Identify the proponents/opponents of the bill.
• Identify the target populations addressed by the bill.
• Where in the process is the bill currently? Is it in hearings or committees?

Part 2: Legislation Testimony/Advocacy StatementBased on the health-related bill you selected, develop a 1-page Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement that addresses the following:

• Advocate a position for the bill you selected and write testimony in support of your position.
• Explain how the social determinants of income, age, education, or gender affect this legislation.
• Describe how you would address the opponent to your position. Be specific and provide examples.
• At least 2 outside resources and 2-3 course specific resources are used.

 

See attachment for resources 

Part 1:

• Research and  review at least four peer-reviewed articles on evidence-based practice applied in clinical decision support (CDS). Must be within 5 years.

Matrix attached

Part 2: Clinical Decision Support (CDS) Recommendation

Develop a 10- to 12-slide PowerPoint presentation in which you present your research and data to support your clinical decision support (CDS) recommendation for quality improvement.

Based on your research, address the following in your presentation:

• Synthesize your findings from your four articles, focusing on applicable models and/or theories relevant to CDS, quality improvement in your workplace, and on applicable evidence-based practice in nursing.
• Recommend CDS or information to consider in clinical decision making and explain your rationale for the recommendation. Be specific.
• Justify your recommendation. Be specific and provide examples.
• Recommend how you would address possible limitations or challenges, including:
  • Explain how you would avoid alert fatigue.
  • Explain under what conditions you would allow an override to an alert.
  • Explain how you would monitor compliance.
  • Identify factors that might contribute to continuous overrides.
  • Justify conditions under which an override may be necessary.
• Provide references in APA style at the end of your presentation—the reference slide or slides do not count toward your assignment total.

 

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II. Community core and Supportive Data (Photos, clips, web and historical documentation can be used here for support)7%

1. a.Ethnic history (ethnic landmarks or signs of gentrification can be discussed here)
2. b.Cultural history (cultural landmarks can be highlighted here, types of buildings, historical developments etc.)
3. c.County history
4. d.Demographics and ethnicity according to documentation (website info or library details)
5. e.Educational distribution (schools, educational resources and level of education of community members)
6. f.Vital Statistics of the community (overall health status, births, deaths, health resources)
7. g.Values, Beliefs, Religions

The group PPT should have a minimum of 20 slides and no more than 40 with speaker notes. (Including group members, outline, reference page). Reference and citations must be in APA format 6th or 7th Ed. 

The presentation should be directed to the pharmacological management of the disease. It should include the following: Drug indications, drug classification, generic name and most common brand name, mechanism of action, side effects, drug interactions, use of the drug in different populations and important pearls.

1: Title • Title: Understanding Anticoagulants 

• Subtitle: Essential Knowledge for Nurse Practitioners 

2: Introduction

• Brief overview of the importance of anticoagulants in healthcare. 

• Mention the aim of the presentation: to provide an understanding of different types of anticoagulants and their clinical applications. 

3: Blood Clotting Process 

• Explain the normal blood clotting process.

• Highlight the role of anticoagulants in preventing abnormal clot formation.

4: Types of Anticoagulants

• Detail the two main categories: Oral and Injectable anticoagulants.

• Mention common examples from each category. 

5: Oral Anticoagulants 

• Discuss commonly used oral anticoagulants like Warfarin, Apixaban, and Rivaroxaban.

• Emphasize their indications, dosages, and monitoring requirements.

6: Injectable Anticoagulants 

• Explain the use of injectable anticoagulants such as Heparin and Enoxaparin.

• Describe when and how these are administered. 

7: Novel Oral Anticoagulants (NOACs) 

• Highlight the benefits and considerations of NOACs like Apixaban and Rivaroxaban.

• Compare them to traditional anticoagulants. 

8: Monitoring and Safety 

• Discuss the importance of regular monitoring for anticoagulant therapy. 

• Address safety concerns, including bleeding risks. 

9: Reversal Agents 

• Explain the availability of reversal agents for anticoagulants. 

• Discuss their use in emergency situations. 

10: Patient Education 

• Provide key points for patient education regarding anticoagulant therapy.

• Emphasize compliance, dietary considerations, and recognizing signs of bleeding.

11: Conclusion 

• Summarize key takeaways from the presentation.

• Reiterate the importance of nurse practitioners’ role in managing anticoagulant therapy. 

12 Resources

• Provide references and recommended readings for further learning.