Purpose

This week’s graded topics relate to the following Course Outcomes (COs).

• CO 1: Examine the sources of evidence that contribute to professional nursing practice. (PO 7)
• CO 2: Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. (PO 4 & 8)
• CO 4: Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and clinical significance related to evidence-based practice. (PO 4 & 8)

Discussion

You must access the following article to answer the questions:

Baker, N., Taggart, H., Nivens, A. & Tillman, P. (2015). Delirium: Why are nurses confused? MedSurg Nursing, 24(1), 15-22. permalink (Links to an external site.) 

• Locate the literature review section. Summarize using your own words from one of the study/literature findings. Be sure to identify which study you are summarizing.
• Discuss how the author’s review of literature (studies) supported the research purpose/problem. Share something that was interesting to you as you read through the literature review section.
• Describe one strategy that you learned that would help you create a strong literature review/search for evidence. Share your thoughts on the importance of a thorough review of the literature.

Professor’s comment:

Hello Class,

Welcome to week 3!  When reviewing evidence of scholarly research studies, you will consistently find the same format:  Background/Introduction, Literature Review, Methods, Results, and Discussion/Conclusion.  This week, we will spend time discussing a literature review.  To do this, please access and read:

Baker, N., Taggart, H., Nivens, A. & Tillman, P. (2015). Delirium: Why are nurses confused? MedSurg Nursing, 24(1), 15-22

Next, review the literature review and summarize the findings of their evidence search.  How does it relate to the problem they are studying?  Share what interested you about the lit review and how you might go about creating a literature review.  You may keep in mind your clinical question from week 2, if that is helpful.  Why must the literature review be thorough?

This week we will be working toward the following Course Outcomes:

• Examine the sources of evidence that contribute to professional nursing practice. 
• Apply research principles to the interpretation of the content of published research studies. 
• Evaluate published nursing research for credibility and clinical significance related to evidence-based practice. 

Read chapter 4 of the class textbook and review the attached PowerPoint presentation.  Once done answer the following exercise;

1.  During a diabetes education, Fatima indicates that she is Muslim and that for Ramadan she fasts from sunrise to sundown.
2.  Using Leininger’s Sunrise Model, analyzed the dietary significance of fasting.
3.  Discuss the possible nursing interventions to accommodate Fatima’s religious practice.  Please explain why you use the interventions.
4. How might Fatima respond if she was told she couldn’t fast and why?

As stated in the class syllabus please present your assignment in an APA format, word document, Arial 12 font attached to the forum in the discussion tab of the blackboard title “week 4 discussion questions”.  The assignment must include at least 2 evidence-based references (excluding the class textbook) no older than 5 years.  References must be quoted in the assignment in order to comply with APA.   

Quantitative Critique

Prompt: Use the attached article provided. Start by filling out the provided Quantitative review worksheet. Then, using the worksheet as your guide, write a critique to dig deeper into each section and identify the specific examples of each element (e.g., what is the research question? Does the author justify the importance of the research? In the case of a literature review, has the author examined the relevant literature?). Elaborate on each section and evaluate it for its strengths and limitations. Be sure to identify your chosen article and address the following critical elements:  Critique o Purpose and Research Question: What is the research question? Does the author justify the importance of the research? o Design and Methods: What design and methods were used? Are they rigorous and systematic? o Validity and Reliability: Is the study valid and reliable? (For qualitative research, this section of your critique should consider the study’s trustworthiness and rigor.) o Findings and Conclusions: Are the conclusions reasonable given the findings?  Evaluation: What are the strengths and weaknesses of the research article? Do you agree with the author’s conclusions? Why or why not? Did the author succeed or fail in the purpose of the study? Recommend areas for improvement or suggest direction for future research. Guidelines for Submission: Your paper must be submitted as a 1–2 page Microsoft Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, oneinch margins, and in APA format.

PLEASE FOLLOW RUBRIC AND GUIDELINES ATTACHED.

ext message from Dr. Ima: 

Hello my favorite lab assistant! Meet me at the lab next week-I’ll have one of Dr. 
Spenser’s fantastic cupcakes waiting for you!

When you walk into the lab, you find a note from Dr. Ima.

Hello, I’m going to be running late to the lab today, so I am hopeful you can help me out by student teaching the first part of my class. I left you instructions, (located below) and an example for you to reference. I will be back in class before you are done teaching the class.

I have enough of Dr. Spenser’s cupcakes for the entire class, so please pass them out. Looking forward to seeing you.

Instructions on week 7 Lesson Plan:

Create a 5 minute video of you teaching how cellular energy is created from eating Dr. Spenser’s world-famous cupcake.  You must be present in the video.  Screen-o-matic is a free program that you can use (https://screencast-o-matic.com/ (Links to an external site.)) or you can use the camera setting on your computer and record a PowerPoint video.

• Your explanation should include a detailed process of the reactions and steps of cellular respiration.
• Your explanation should include a visual demonstration of the steps in cellular respiration.
• Please submit your video as either a link to YouTube or if you are using PowerPoint, please save the file as a video file (such as MP4 or WMV) and attach the video.

Below is an example of the detail that I would be expecting in the class. Remember, you are teaching students the topic, so what information would you share that would help them understand this process?

Congratulations on a job well done.

Estimated time to complete: 2 hours

Reference(s)

Bozeman Science. (2012). Cellular Respiration [Video]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/Gh2P5CmCC0M

Rubric

SC186 Unit 7 AssessmentSC186 Unit 7 AssessmentCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContentSC186-CO326.0 ptsLevel 5Expresses content knowledge with the assignment purpose in a complete, organized, clear, professional, and culturally respectful manner.23.0 ptsLevel 4Expresses content knowledge with the assignment purpose in a complete, organized, clear, professional, and culturally respectful manner with minor weaknesses in one or more of the areas.21.0 ptsLevel 3Partially expresses content knowledge with the assignment purpose. Expresses ideas in a complete, organized, clear, professional, and culturally respectful manner with weaknesses in these area.18.0 ptsLevel 2Partially expresses content knowledge with the assignment purpose. Ideas are partially expressed in an organized, professional, and culturally respectful manner with major weaknesses in these areas.16.0 ptsLevel 1Expresses limited content knowledge with the assignment purpose. Ideas are not expressed in a complete, organized, clear, professional, and/or culturally respectful manner.0.0 ptsLevel 0The assignment was not completed or there are no constructed concepts that demonstrate analytically skills and no evidences to support the content does not align to the assignment instructions26.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysisPRICE-P26.0 ptsLevel 5Constructs concepts related to course content, demonstrating strong analytical skills with strong evidence to support professional and personal subject knowledge through details, supporting evidence, and idea differentiation.23.0 ptsLevel 4Constructs concepts related to course content, demonstrating strong analytical skills with evidence to support professional and personal subject knowledge through details, supporting evidence, and idea differentiation.21.0 ptsLevel 3Constructs concepts related to course content, demonstrating analytical skills with some evidence to support professional and personal subject knowledge through details, supporting evidence, and idea differentiation.18.0 ptsLevel 2Constructs concepts related to course content, demonstrating weak analytical skills with minimal evidence to support professional and personal subject knowledge through details, supporting evidence, and idea differentiation.16.0 ptsLevel 1Constructs concepts related to course content, demonstrating inadequate evidence of analytical skills. There is minimal or no evidence to support professional and personal subject knowledge through details, supporting evidence, and idea differentiation.0.0 ptsLevel 0The assignment was not completed or there was no evidence of constructed concepts that are supported by professional and personal subject knowledge through details, supporting evidence, and idea differentiation.26.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTechnology17.0 ptsLevel 5Manipulates multiple technological resources to effectively implement all assignment requirements.15.0 ptsLevel 4Manipulates multiple technological resources to effectively implement most assignment requirements.14.0 ptsLevel 3Manipulates multiple technological resources to effectively implement some assignment requirements.12.0 ptsLevel 2Manipulates multiple technological resources for some assignment requirements.10.0 ptsLevel 1Manipulates technological resources to minimally meet some assignment requirements.0.0 ptsLevel 0The assignment was not completed or difficulties with technological manipulation were evident. The assignment submitted does not meet requriements.17.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting12.0 ptsLevel 5The assignment exhibits a excellent command of written English language conventions. The assignment has no errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling.11.0 ptsLevel 4The assignment exhibits a good command of written English language conventions. The assignment has no errors in mechanics, or spelling  with minor grammatical errors that impair the flow of communication.10.0 ptsLevel 3The assignment exhibits a basic command of written English language conventions. The assignment has minor errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that impact the flow of communication9.0 ptsLevel 2The assignment exhibits a  limited command of written English language conventions. The assignment has frequent errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that impede the flow of communication.7.0 ptsLevel 1The assignment exhibits little command of written English language conventions. The assignment has errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that cause the reader to stop and reread parts of the writing to discern meaning.0.0 ptsLevel 0The assignment does not demonstrate command of written English language conventions. The assignment has multiple errors in mechanics, grammar, or spelling that cause the reader difficulty discerning the meaning.12.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPAPRICE-I4.0 ptsLevel 5In-text citations of sources and references in proper APA style are included with no errors.3.5 ptsLevel 4In-text citations of sources and references in proper APA style are included but have 1-2 minor APA errors.3.0 ptsLevel 3In-text citations of sources and references in proper APA style are included but have 3 – 4 minor APA errors.2.5 ptsLevel 2In-text citations of sources and references in proper APA style are included but have more than 4 errors.2.0 ptsLevel 1The errors demonstrate limited understanding of in-text citation and reference requirements0.0 ptsLevel 0There are no in-text citations AND/OR references.4.0 pts
Total Points: 85.0PreviousNext

It is one of the most cliché of clichés, but it nevertheless rings true: The only constant is change. As a nursing professional, you are no doubt aware that success in the healthcare field requires the ability to adapt to change, as the pace of change in healthcare may be without rival.

As a professional, you will be called upon to share expertise, inform, educate, and advocate. Your efforts in these areas can help lead others through change. In this Assignment, you will propose a change within your organization and present a comprehensive plan to implement the change you propose. 

To Prepare:

• Review the Resources and identify one change that you believe is called for in your organization/workplace.
  • This may be a change necessary to effectively address one or more of the issues you addressed in the Workplace Environment Assessment you submitted in Module 4. It may also be a change in response to something not addressed in your previous efforts. It may be beneficial to discuss your ideas with your organizational leadership and/or colleagues to help identify and vet these ideas.
• Reflect on how you might implement this change and how you might communicate this change to organizational leadership.

The Assignment (5-6-minute PowerPoint presentation):

Change Implementation and Management Plan

Create a narrated PowerPoint presentation of 5 or 6 slides with video that presents a comprehensive plan to implement the change you propose. 

Your presentation should be 5–6 minutes in length and should include a video with you as presenter. 

Your Change Implementation and Management Plan should include the following:

• An executive summary of the issues that are currently affecting your organization/workplace (This can include the work you completed in your Workplace Environment Assessment previously submitted, if relevant.)
• A description of the change being proposed
• Justifications for the change, including why addressing it will have a positive impact on your organization/workplace
• Details about the type and scope of the proposed change
• Identification of the stakeholders impacted by the change
• Identification of a change management team (by title/role)
• A plan for communicating the change you propose
• A description of risk mitigation plans you would recommend to address the risks anticipated by the change you propose

By Day 2 of Week 11

Submit your Change Implementation and Management Plan with audio and video.

Rubric:

Create a 5- or 6-slide narrated PowerPoint with video that presents a comprehensive plan to implement changes you propose. Your Change Implementation and Management Plan should include the following:

·  An executive summary of the issues that are currently affecting your organization/workplace (this can include the work you completed in your Workplace Environment Assessment).
·   A description of the changes being proposed.
·   Justifications for the changes, including why addressing them will have a positive impact on your organization/workplace.

Details about the type and scope of the proposed changes.
·   Identification of the stakeholders impacted by the changes.
·   Identification of a change management team (by title/role).
·   A plan for communicating the changes you propose.
·   A description of risk mitigation plans you would recommend to address the risks anticipated by the changes you propose.

Include an audio/video presentation that is 5–6 minutes in length with you as a presenter.

Written Expression and Formatting – English writing standards:

Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation

This is from the previous work we did , we can address this issue , or what you think.

Work Environment Assessment- this is my discussion

Using the Clark Healthy Workplace Inventory (Clark, 2015) my workplace ranks 90, or very healthy.  Why it ranks as healthy or civil is that between units of the hospital there is great communication between units, to the extent that is a need on one unit as far as staffing, another unit will offer to help, this is the norm, and not the exception for our hospital. We also feel supported by management during times of crisis, I work in two distinct areas where things can escalate very quickly, both in inpatient psych, and Children pavilion for adolescent psych patients. We know we will always get backup from other building staff and security if things get escalated where there is danger to patients or staff. 

           Success in an organization comes from hardworking people who have a strong mission and vision with great strategies in place. This depends greatly on the leadership, management, and the team. To put things in perspective, the introduction of the workplace health status would give a broader picture. To be discussed below is a brief description of the results of the Work Environment Assessment at Chicago Lakeshore Hospital and based on the results, the explanation of how civil is this place with the reasons behind the claim. Also, this discussion includes a description of a situation where incivility in the workplace has happened and how was it addressed.

Workplace health is the status of the workplace concerning the workers, how civil is the place, and the overall environment safety for the employees. Lack of civility at the workplace contributes to poor employees’ job satisfaction, lack of courtesy and respect among peers, and it leads to poor patient outcomes (Tips to Improve Civility in the Workplace, 2017). Incivility at workplaces has the potential to emotional and physical distress to the workers and that can cause poor quality care and patient outcomes (Armstrong, 2017). To assess the civility of the workplaces, researchers have discovered tools to help assess the workplaces and the Work Environment Assessment is one of the tools. 

Using the Work Environment Assessment tool to assess Chicago Lakeshore Hospital revealed 90 which is a moderately healthy place. This means, in this organization, people live by the shared mission and vision, there is trust and respect among the workers, and communication at all levels is clear (Clark Healthy Workplace Inventory – americannursetoday.com. [n.d.]). The result assures the presence of teamwork and high levels of employees’ satisfaction. The workload is distributed equal and the organization offers competitive salaries. Based on my hospital workplace assessment results, the majority of the employees would recommend the place as a good place to work and overall there are high levels of employee satisfaction, therefore better outcomes (Clark Healthy Workplace Inventory – americannursetoday.com. [n.d.]).

Incivility incident at the workplace

         Courtesy and respect are not only meant for people of a certain rank within the organizations. These basic values and others are for everyone. Clark (2017), emphasizes all nurses have the obligation to foster healthy workplaces with an atmosphere of dignity, professionalism, and respect. Unfortunately, studies reveal incivility at workplaces, bullying, and lack of mutual respect (Armstrong, 2017). Incivility at the workplace has been linked to poor performance which impacts patient safety and the quality of patient outcomes (Armstrong, 2017). Marshall and Broome (2017) state that “workplace violence, incivility, and bullying are barriers to developing safe environments for providers and can occur in any setting” (p.261). The American Nurses Association (ANA; n.d.) defines incivility as “one or more rude, discourteous, or disrespectful actions that may or may not have a negative intent behind them” (para.2).  This brings back the memory of my former workplace. Doctors were very much valued and respected, but the nurses did not receive the same respect from the doctors. At times, nurses were hesitant to call the doctors for notification of patient condition change simply because of the fear of the expected response. There was no mutual respect. I am not sure how did this problem resolve after leaving the place but a few years down, the hospital was sold out to another company.

Conclusion

Civility at the workplace is not only important for the workers’ feelings it also influences overall performance, productivity, and patient outcomes. The consequences of incivility at workplaces “can result in life-threatening mistakes, preventable complications, and harm or even death of a patient” (Clark, 2017). It is with that intensity that the workplace health assessment should be one of our priorities. Despite the individual differences, we must find a way to improve civility at our workplaces. The first step towards improvement is to assess the current status and the Work Environment Assessment is a great tool.

References

Armstrong, N. E. (2017). A Quality Improvement Project Measuring the Effect of an Evidence-

Based Civility Training Program on Nursing Workplace Incivility in a Rural Hospital Using Quantitative Methods. Online Journal of Rural Nursing & Health Care, 17(1), 100–137. https://doi-org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/10.14574/ojrnhc.v17i1.438

Clark, C. M. (2017). An Evidence-Based Approach to Integrate Civility, Professionalism, and 

Ethical Practice Into Nursing Curricula. NURSE EDUCATOR, 42(3), 120–126. https://doi-org.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/10.1097/NNE.0000000000000331

Clark Healthy Workplace Inventory – americannursetoday.com. (n.d.). Retrieved from 

https://americannursetoday.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Clark-Healthy-Workplace-Inventory.pdf.

Marshall, E., & Broome, M. (2017). Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert clinician to influential leader (2nd ed.). New Tork, NY: Springer.

Tips to Improve Civility in the Workplace. (2017). AACN Bold Voices, (1), 18. Retrieved from 

https://search-ebscohost-com.ezp.waldenulibrary.org/login.aspx?direct=true&db=edsovi&AN=edsovi.01436852.201701000.00025&site=eds-live&scope=sit

References:

Marshall, E., & Broome, M. (2017). Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert clinician to influential leader (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer.

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