Theoretical and Scientific Foundations of Nursing
DISCUSSION
CLARIFYING CONNECTIONS: PRACTICE PROBLEM, EVIDENCE, CHANGING PRACTICE
DISCUSSION
CLARIFYING CONNECTIONS: PRACTICE PROBLEM, EVIDENCE, CHANGING PRACTICE
Critique a Aanp organization
Write a 2 page critique of this meeting using APA format for any cited resources and create a document that describes:
Please follow all directions
1.Define psychopharmacology and pharmacodynamics and describe the neuron’s cellular structure. Include the definition of synapses as well as their significance to the nervous and psychological system.
2.Research an article on neuron’s cellular structure works and explain what you found interesting about this topic.
Discussion should be 500 words minimum. Reply to classmates 250 words. References in APA not older than 5 years.
Post your original response by the end of Day 3. Then, by the end of Day 6, comment on at least two of your classmates’ posts.
If you copy and paste references from the course into your assignment, be sure to confirm APA formatting before submitting.
Please Note
Writing Essay Assignment Week 1
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Weekly Essay/Writing Assignment Content
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This week's writing assignment will consist of the following: Select a particular area of nursing that is of interest to you and write a
short essay of at least 2 to 3 pages about the specifics of nursing research in relation to this area, what can be accomplished by it, and why you believe it to be valuable. Include an explanation of the following questions in your response.
• What role does nursing research play in the development of applied medicine?
• What are the best methods for conducting such research? Include specific topics you will cover and how this relates to your literature review. You may need to use the Internet for help.
Please review the Assignment Rubric. All students are encouraged to visit the library as you must conduct research from EBP practice journals and research studies.
CRITERIA |
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UNACCEPTABLE |
Integration of Knowledge
25% of the total grade |
The paper demonstrates that the author understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Concepts are integrated into the writer’s own insights. The writer provides concluding remarks that show analysis and synthesis of ideas. Page requirements are met. |
The paper demonstrates that the author, mostly, understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Some conclusions, however, are not supported in the body of the paper. The page requirement is one page below the required amount. |
The paper demonstrates that the author, to a certain extent, understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. The page requirement is two pages below the required amount. |
The paper does not demonstrate that the author has understood, and applied concepts learned in the course. The page requirement is more than two pages below the required amount. |
25% of the total Grade |
The topic is focused narrowly enough for the scope of this assignment. A thesis statement provides direction for the paper, either by a statement of a position or hypothesis. The topic is consistently well thought out, thorough offers insight into the topic, and includes cited evidence to support the topic.
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The topic is focused but lacks direction. The paper is about a specific topic, but the writer has not established a position. The topic is somewhat well thought out, offers limited insight into the topic, but does not include cited evidence to support the topic. |
The topic is too broad for the scope of this assignment. |
The topic is unclear or unrelated to the discussion topic with little or no supporting evidence. |
25% of the total grade |
In-depth discussion and elaboration in all sections of the paper. Ties together information from all sources. Paper flows from one issue to the next with no headings. The author’s writing demonstrates an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources Mostly, it ties together information from all sources. |
80% In-depth discussion and elaboration in most sections of the paper. Mostly, it ties together information from all sources. Paper flows with only some disjointedness. The author’s writing demonstrates an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources. |
60 The writer has omitted content. Quotations from others outweigh the writer’s own ideas excessively. Sometimes ties together information from all sources. The paper does not flow. Disjointedness is apparent. The author’s writing does not demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between material obtained from all sources. |
Cursory discussion in all the sections of the paper or brief discussion in only a few sections It does not tie together information. Paper does not flow and appears to be created from disparate issues. Headings are necessary to link concepts. Writing does not demonstrate an understanding any relationship
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12% of the total grade |
Fewer than 5 grammatical, spelling, capitalization, or punctuation errors The required word count has been met. |
More than 5 but fewer than 10 grammatical, spelling, capitalization & punctuation errors The required word count is 25 words below the minimum required count. |
More than 10 grammatical, spelling, capitalization & punctuation errors The required word count is 50 words below the minimum required count. |
An unacceptable number of spelling and/or grammar mistakes. The required word count is more than 50 words below the minimum required count. |
7% of the total grade |
4 current sources, of which at least 3 are peer-reviewed journal articles or scholarly books. Sources include both general background sources and specialized sources. Special-interest sources and popular literature and acknowledged as such if they are cited. All websites utilized are authoritative. |
3 current sources, of which at least 2 are peer-review journal articles or scholarly books. All websites utilized are authoritative. |
Fewer than 3 current sources or fewer than 2 of 3 are peer-reviewed journal articles or scholarly books. All websites utilized are credible. |
Fewer than 3 current sources or fewer than 2 of 3 are peer-reviewed journal articles or scholarly books. Not all websites utilized are credible, and/or sources are not current. |
6% of the total grade
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Fewer than 5 incomplete citations and/or quotations, and APA format errors |
More than 5 but fewer than 10 incomplete citations and/or quotations, and APA format errors. |
More than 10 incomplete citations and/or quotations, or APA format errors. |
The citation style is inconsistent or incorrect. It does not cite sources. |
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Respond to these questions, including references to your readings on ageism.
Your patient is a 42-year-old female that arrives in the ED with complaints of fever and not feeling well. She is currently undergoing chemotherapy for bladder cancer. She has an indwelling urinary catheter with scant amount of dark, foul smelling urine. She has a temperature of 102.2F, HR 136, BP 110/50 and RR 28. She is allergic to penicillin and Sulfa.
At least one full page and reference
APA format
· Refer to the “Population-Focused Nurse Practitioner Competencies” in the Learning Resources, and consider the quality measures or indicators advanced practice nurses must possess in your specialty.
· Refer to your “Clinical Skills Self-Assessment Form” you submitted in Week 1 and consider your strengths and opportunities for improvement.
· Refer to your Patient Log in Meditrek; consider the patient activities you have experienced in your practicum experience and reflect on your observations and experiences.
due 10- 6-23 @ 10 am
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