To support your work, use your course and text readings and also use resources from the  University Online Library. As in all assignments, cite your sources in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format. You may use this APA Citation Helper as a convenient reference for properly citing resources or connect to the APA Style website through the APA icon below.

TASK

Post your initial response to one of the two topics below.

Topic 1

Blooms Application

Apply Blooms taxonomy to a new concept you have learned within the RN-BSN program. 

a. Reflect on how you would teach this concept to a nursing peer. 

b. Construct three learning objectives containing appropriate active verbs.

c. Identify a possible teaching strategy for each of your objectives.

d. Indicate how you plan to measure each objective.

Topic 2

Technology and Teaching 

Identify technology you would include within a patient education scenario. 

a. Provide information related to setting, patient, and topic

b. Discuss your rationale for choosing a technology tool 

c. Explain your lesson and how you would evaluate learning.

 

Assignment 1

Please use the grading rubric to create an outline of your assignment. Each section of the rubric should be a section of your final paper and could become the headings. Your assignment will be graded based on each element of the rubric. Compare each section of your paper with the rubric to ensure all elements are covered. Then, include an introduction and conclusion to tie the paper together. If you have any questions regarding the assignment please contact your instructor.

Examine “The impact of a brief lifestyle intervention delivered by generalist community nurses” which can be accessed in the Module 4 Overview.  In a 5 page paper (excluding title page and references), evaluate the study according to research design methods, procedures and study results, for example, see Evaluating a quantitative study (Houser, 2018, p. 345 & p. 377), Include a discussion on how the study contributes to evidence-based practice (EBP).

Please remember to follow APA 6th edition formatting for the title page, body of the paper, and reference page.  Use the rubric below to help you complete your assignment.

Rubric or Grading Criteria: 

Competency

28 points

21 points

14 points

0 points

Total

Evaluates research design

Evaluates research design of study using all of the components of the evaluation checklists in Houser 2018, p. 345). 

Evaluates research design of study using most (75%)components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). 

Evaluates research design of study using some (50%)components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). 

No paper submitted or content missing less than 25% of the components evaluated

 /28

Evaluates methods/procedures and results 

Evaluates methods/procedure, and results of the study using all of the components of the evaluation checklist in Houser 2018, p.377). 

Evaluates methods/procedure and results of the study using most (75%) components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). 

Evaluates methods/procedures and results of the study using some (50%) components of the evaluation checklists in Houser (2018). 

No paper submitted or content missing less than 25% of the components evaluated

 /28

Clinical practice implications

Discusses how the study contributes to EBP and clinical practice

Discusses EBP in general but not how the study contributes to EBP. 

Discusses research and evidence but not clinical implications in practice

No paper submitted or content missing

 /28

Competency

7 points

5 points

2.5 points

0 points

APA format

Demonstrates competent use of mechanics and APA

Minimal APA errors

Two unique errors i.e. abbreviations and in text citation

Many APA errors

More than two APA errors

Complete lack of understanding APA format

 /7

Competency

3 points

2 points

1 points

0 points

Organization

Organization excellent, ideas clear and arranged logically, transitions smooth, no flaws in logic.

Organization good; ideas usually clear and arranged in acceptable sequence; transitions usually smooth, good support

Organization minimally effective; problems in approach, sequence, support and transitions

Organization does not meet requirements

 /3

Grammar

Grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage correct and idiomatic, consistent with Standard American English

Grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage good mostly consistent with Standard American English; errors do not interfere with meaning or understanding

Grammar, punctuation, mechanics and usage distracting  and often interfere with meaning or understanding

Grammar, punctuation, mechanics, and usage interfere with understanding

 /3

References

References are relevant, authoritative and contemporary

Adequate references

Minimal use of appropriate references

Poor use and/or selection of references not relevant

 /3

Total Possible = 

/100

Submission status

Instructions

Aggregate Community Windshield Survey

There are two parts to the windshield survey assignment. In Week 1 you are required to submit a draft of your survey. In Week 2 you will submit your final windshield survey based on feedback from your instructor and your continued work.

In a Microsoft Word document of 3-4 pages formatted in APA style, you will describe the aggregate and community in which the aggregate is located. Please note that the title and reference pages should not be included in the total page count of your paper.

Describe the Aggregate

Begin the assignment by describing your aggregate. Include the following information:

• Name of the aggregate
• Geographical location and size
• Population
• A brief history
• Basic vital statistics
• Crude birth rate, infant mortality rate, life expectancy, leading causes of death, and any other relevant statistical information related to the health of the aggregate from the windshield survey.
• Explain, giving at least two reasons, why you selected this particular aggregate for your Capstone project

Windshield Survey

With the use of public transportation or by driving a vehicle around the community, you can assess the common characteristics of the community of your selected aggregate.

Key observations to make during a windshield survey include the following:

• Age and condition of the homes in the community
• Location and condition of parks and other recreational areas
• Amount of space between homes and businesses
• Neighborhood hangouts
• Transportation in the community
• Quality of streets and sidewalks
• Types/numbers of stores and other businesses
• People out in the community
• Race/ethnicity
• Cleanliness of the community
• Billboards or other media displays
• Places of worship
• Availability of services—doctor, dentist, social centers, recreation centers, hospitals

On a separate references page, cite all sources using APA format.

• Use this APA Citation Helper as a convenient reference for properly citing resources.
• This handout will provide you the details of formatting your essay using APA style.
• You may create your essay in this APA-formatted template.
• Use relevant charts and graphs to support the information you collected. Identify the sources of your information and describe how you went about collecting the information.

 

Professional Development Plan

The final assessment of the RN-BSN powered by SIMPath includes a summary of how the learning in this program has impacted your practice.  Reflect upon your experiences in the RN-BSN powered by SIMPath program and how you have met the 10 program learning outcomes.  You will also discuss the three short-term and long-term professional goals you identified in SIM405.

Reading and Resources

Williams, G., Gerardi, M., Gill, S., Soucy, M., & Taliaferro, D. (2009). Reflective journaling: Innovative strategy for self-awareness for graduate nursing students. International Journal for Human Caring, 13(3), 36-43. 

Nielsen, Ann,M.N., R.N., Stragnell, Susan,M.S., R.N., & Jester, Priscilla,M.N., R.N. (2007). Guide for reflection using the clinical judgment model. Journal of Nursing Education, 46(11), 513-6. Retrieved from https://search-proquest-com.americansentinel.idm.oclc.org/docview/203963529?accountid=169658

RN-BSN Program Outcomes

• Assume leadership roles on multidisciplinary teams within health care organizations.
• Enhance professional nursing practice through the use of research and evidence-based practice.
• Integrate methods of research and scholarship to make and prioritize diagnoses.
• Design care for individuals, groups and communities.
• Incorporate methods of health promotion and education in nursing care of individuals, families and groups with simple to complex health care needs.
• Accept accountability and responsibility for professional judgment and actions.
• Integrate professional values and role behaviors.
• Examine the problems of contemporary health and illness.
• Demonstrate the role of the global citizen.
• Collaborate with other groups to shape health policies that affect both individual and community health.

Additional Instructions:

1. All submissions should have a title page and reference page.
2. Utilize a minimum of two scholarly resources.
3. Adhere to grammar, spelling and punctuation criteria.
4. Adhere to APA compliance guidelines.
5. Adhere to the chosen Submission Option for Delivery of Activity guidelines.

Submission Options:

Choose One:

Instructions:

Paper

• 12 to 15-page paper. Include title and reference pages.

Discuss the importance of advocacy as it pertains to patient care. What is the nurse’s role in patient advocacy? Describe a situation in which you were involved with patient advocacy. Explain what the advocacy accomplished for the patient, and what the repercussions would have been if the patient would not have had an advocate.