Required Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:

• Textbook: Chapter 4
• Lesson
• Minimum of 1 scholarly source 

Initial Post Instructions
For the initial post, respond to one of the following options:

1. Define Theravada and Mahayana. Describe the Arhat and the Bodhisattva. Explain how each achieves the goal of nirvana. Examine how they relate to some of the key concepts/teachings (e.g., the Four Noble Truths, the three marks of reality).
2. Many scholars feel that “suffering” may be a misleading translation of the word dukkha. Why might the term suffering be misleading? What might be a better translation? What was the Buddha trying to explain in his commentary on dukkha?

Follow-Up Post Instructions
Respond to at least two peers or one peer and the instructor. Respond to a peer who chose an option different from the one you chose. Further the dialogue by providing more information and clarification.

Writing Requirements

• Minimum of 3 posts
• Initial Post Length: 200-300 words
• APA format for in-text citations and list of references

Grading
This activity will be graded using the Discussion Grading Rubric. Please review the following link:

• Link (webpage): Discussion Guidelines
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• Required Resources

Molloy, M. (2013).  Experiencing the World’s Religions, (6th ed). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.

Terrell, S. (2019). Theravada vs Mahayana Buddhism – what are the differences?
     Retrieved from https://blog.mindvalley.com/theravada-vs-mahayana/

Dukkha (n.d.). In Encyclopedia of Buddhism. Retrieved from: https://encyclopediaofbuddhism.org/wiki/Dukkha

Discussion 9

WEEK 11

Describe three political actions nurses could take to strengthen their role in policymaking as it relates to advocacy for improving LGBTQ health. Correlate your discussion to the AACN MSN Essentials, identify one that most pertains to this topic and elaborate on your selection.

Attached below is additional information regarding providing adequate care for the LGBTQ community as outlined by Joint Commission and the CDC: 

Joint Commission & LGBTQ Community.pdf 

Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Health: https://www.cdc.gov/lgbthealth/

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