Fill the M5 table:

 This week, for your Module 5 FINAL Critical Thinking/Research Critique Assignment, you will must  complete answers on the final Module 5 section by merging all of your final revisions for a complete paper WITHOUT the REFERENCE LIST.  The Reference List will be submitted as a separate Assignment (See Module 5 Reference List Assignment).  

DUE DATE:  BEFORE 8am on Friday, of Module 5.  this FINAL assignment submission is a Safe Assign Assignment, that will report your FINAL Similarity Index score.  Please read ALL of the following assignment directions BEFORE completing and submitting your FINAL Module 5 Critical Thinking AssignmentWITHOUT your Reference List. The References will be submitted to a separate dropbox and do not submit your list to SafeAssign. his FINAL score that must meet the course requirement of 45 % or less.  

 

Important information to help you with the Module 5 Critical Thinking Assignment: in preparing your final paper, please note each of the following points:

 

• The M5 Answer Sheet has the questions, page numbers, directions removed to allow for lower originality scores when your final paper is submitted. Only use the provided worksheet for your final submission. 
• -Answers to ALL previous worksheet questions for ALL previous sections of the Critical Thinking Assignment must be included in the final paper (See note below for exception).
• -Questions 4b and 6c have a N/A designation. For these 2 questions only, you will NOT resubmit correct answers on the Module 5 papers.  Students will NOT be penalized for missing answers for these 2 questions only.
• -Do NOT include the “stems” for the questions.
• Previously accepted answers may need to be expanded or improved to reflect the additional knowledge you gained over the past few weeks. Each group/team is responsible to correct and refine their answers, applying information from:
• -the selected research article,
• -course content, readings, and presentations for ALL course modules,
• -the standard research review criteria.
• -guidance and feedback from course instructors
• APA expectations/deductions will apply to the Final Module 5 Critical thinking paper and Reference List.
• Before making your final revisions and BEFORE submitting your final paper, obtain a DRAFT “originality score and report

• Assignment:
• What are some of the challenges facing major religious traditions in the modern world? As nurses, what are some of the particular issues that you might encounter with patients regarding the intersection of faith and healthcare (see the Science and Ethical Issues section of Chapter 12; you can address one or more of the issues noted in this section)? How might the material covered in this course affect the way in which you respond to these concerns?
• Select one of the topics from Chapter 12 listed under Modern Influences on the Future of Religion and examine how modern religious traditions are dealing with these contemporary challenges. If you identify with a particular religious tradition, how has your religious tradition responded to the topic you have chosen? Make sure that you support your answer.
• Example:

Dr. Rooney

There are many challenges facing the major religious traditions including: peer to peer networks, integration of religion and technological advancement (Bauwens, 2003). These challenges stem from the increasing interconnection of religions and cultures as well as the availability of information sharing. Nursing provides opportunity for unique encounters and challenges. The differences in culture and religion may intersect medical decisions on issues such as fertility, ethical termination of life at various stages, organ transplant, stem-cell research, and animal and environmental rights (Molloy, 2014). Working in the ICU, I often encounter challenges in both organ transplant (heart and lung) as well as futility of care and termination of adult life. People draw on their faith to help with decision making in these difficult circumstances. In these cases, it is important for the nurse to recognize and be respectful of potential religious differences. Learning of the different religions throughout this class will enable me to better understand and support decision making. The nurses’ role in facilitation of a healing environment and religious connection is integral, especially for the patient and family brought to the unfamiliar hospital environment. In my workplace we have various private quiet spaces, I direct people to these areas (if they prefer this space) for prayer and meditation as it is outside of the bustle of the ICU. In my 15 years of nursing experience I have found when people are able to connect with their faith, and feel supported by the multidisciplinary team, they are able to make more confident decisions about medical treatment. Though my personal beliefs and connection with God may be different than the people I encounter, this class has given me perspective. I will continue to be respectful of the space needed for prayer and meditation.

I identify as a Roman Catholic Christian. Working in a 32-bed cardiac surgery ICU at a large university hospital brings ethical challenges that may not be seen in other nursing specialties. Throughout my unit, I care for patients who have undergone high risk cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries, received Ventricular Assist Devices, heart and lung transplantation, or ECMO. Many of these patients have successful treatments, but the risks are high and occasionally I am faced with ethical challenges. With regards to advanced medical and surgical care, futile treatment and euthanasia, the Catholic Church has held a historically strong position. Euthanasia is against Catholic teaching, while “[it] is also permitted, with the patient’s consent, to interrupt these means, where the results fall short of expectations. But for such a decision to be made, account will have to be taken of the reasonable wishes of the patient and the patient’s family, as also of the advice of the doctors who are [especially] competent in the matter” (CAN, n.d., para. 8). Therefore, discontinuing treatment or withdrawing mechanical means of life support are not against the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Roman Catholics have strong associations with the sacraments and traditions. The sacrament “Anointing of the Sick” is occasionally brought to a patient for whom I am caring. There have been times when there is a plan to withdraw life support and this sacrament was offered. Families are invited to pray and offer support to the patient for peace and comfort at the time of suffering. This sacrament is not only for those who are actively dying but may also be done when a patient is diagnosed with a terminal illness. The anointing is believed to bring strength and peace to the person being anointed, and though God does not always heal the person physically this sacrament is strongly valued within the faith (Catholic Answers, 2013). A spiritual compass is provided to those who follow a religious path. It is important to be respectful of the differences and support each other in our journey through life.

Angie

References:

Bauwens, M. (2003). Three Challenges for Global Religion in the 21st Century. Religion and Globalization. Retrieved from: http://www.integralworld.net/bauwens.html (Links to an external site.)

Catholic Answers. (2013). Anointing of the Sick. Catholic Answers. Retrieved from: https://www.catholic.com/tract/anointing-of-the-sick (Links to an external site.)

CNA. (n.d.). Vatican Document on Euthanasia. Catholic News Agency. Retrieved from: https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/resources/life-and-family/euthanasia-and-assisted-suicide/vatican-document-on-euthanasia

Based on “Case Study: Fetal Abnormality” and other required   topic study materials, write a 750-1,000-word reflection that answers   the following questions:

1. What is the Christian view of the nature of human     persons, and which theory of moral status is it compatible with? How     is this related to the intrinsic human value and dignity?
2. Which theory or theories are being used by Jessica, Marco,     Maria, and Dr. Wilson to determine the moral status of the fetus?     What from the case study specifically leads you to believe that they     hold the theory you selected?
3. How does the theory determine     or influence each of their recommendations for action?
4. What     theory do you agree with? Why? How would that theory determine or     influence the recommendation for action?

Remember to support your responses with the topic study materials.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment,   solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources   should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be   found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to   beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for   successful completion.

 

Program/policy evaluation is a valuable tool that can help strengthen the quality of programs/policies and improve outcomes for the populations they serve. Program/policy evaluation answers basic questions about program/policy effectiveness. It involves collecting and analyzing information about program/policy activities, characteristics, and outcomes. This information can be used to ultimately improve program services or policy initiatives.

Nurses can play a very important role assessing program/policy evaluation for the same reasons that they can be so important to program/policy design. Nurses bring expertise and patient advocacy that can add significant insight and impact. In this Assignment, you will practice applying this expertise and insight by selecting an existing healthcare program or policy evaluation and reflecting on the criteria used to measure the effectiveness of the program/policy.

To Prepare:

• Review the Healthcare Program/Policy Evaluation Analysis Template provided in the Resources.
• Select an existing healthcare program or policy evaluation or choose one of interest to you and get approval to use it from your Instructor.
• Review the healthcare program or policy evaluation and reflect on the criteria used to measure the effectiveness of the program or policy described.

The Assignment: (2–3 pages)

Based on the program or policy evaluation you selected, complete the Healthcare Program/Policy Evaluation Analysis Template. Be sure to address the following:

• Describe the healthcare program or policy outcomes.
• How was the success of the program or policy measured?
• How many people were reached by the program or policy selected?
• How much of an impact was realized with the program or policy selected?
• At what point in program implementation was the program or policy evaluation conducted?
• What data was used to conduct the program or policy evaluation?
• What specific information on unintended consequences was identified?
• What stakeholders were identified in the evaluation of the program or policy? Who would benefit most from the results and reporting of the program or policy evaluation? Be specific and provide examples.
• Did the program or policy meet the original intent and objectives? Why or why not?
• Would you recommend implementing this program or policy in your place of work? Why or why not?
• Identify at least two ways that you, as a nurse advocate, could become involved in evaluating a program or policy after 1 year of implementation.

  

English 101

Essay Assignment 2: Descriptive Paragraph

Topic and Structure:

Outdoor Experience Description – Detail a real or imaginary experience walking through an outdoor event or activity, such as a zoo, open-air market, festival, etc.

You only need to develop one paragraph for this assignment, but it should include many sensory details and directional transitions. Start with a topic sentence, which will also serve as the thesis statement, that explains the exhibition you are experiencing as well as mentions how the adventure ignites your senses. In the sentences following, describe your journey. What do you see? Hear? Feel? Smell? Taste? Where are these experiences located (directional transitions)? To the right? Just above? The reader should be able to build the environment around you and take part in the sensory experience you illustrate as he or she reads along, so be as descriptive as necessary, touching upon all five senses within the body paragraph. Finally, complete your paragraph with a concluding sentence that summarizes your outing, and make sure it has a point! In other words, what did you take away from this excursion? 

Sample thesis statement: As I walk toward the Brook field Zoo entrance gate for my first zoo experience, I notice a flurry of lively activity in front of me, so on my way to the gorilla den, I can feel my excitement building, and as I get closer, the sounds and smells strengthen, making the chill of my cold beverage much more apparent; I hope I am ready for this.

Notes

· You can use either past or present tense verbs to describe your experience in this assignment, but avoid unnecessary tense shifts. 

· In addition to directional transitions, be sure to use standard transitions between sentences where applicable so that your ideas are fluid from start to finish. 

Format Requirements:

Header: Include a header in the upper left-hand corner of your writing assignment with the following information:

• Your first and last name 
• Course Title (Composition      I) 
• Assignment name (Comparison and      Contrast) 
• Current Date

Page Layout:

• MLA style documentation (please      see the tutorial in the course topic)
• Last name and page number in      upper-right corner of each page 
• Double-spacing throughout
• Title, centered after heading
• Standard font (Times New Roman      or Calibri)
• 1″ margins on all sides
• Save the file as .docx or .doc      format

Length: This assignment should be at least 15 sentences in a single paragraph.  

Underline your thesis statement.