Analysis of basic components/concepts and major relationships in the theory.  

•  Briefly discuss the theory’s core concepts

•  Use a secondary source like your textbook that covers the selected nursing theory, you must have a minimum of 3 references from nursing literature (only one from a non-article source like a secondary source/text) to support your discussion in this section.  

 

1) Minimum 2 full pages  

               

2)¨******APA norms (Mandatory) 

            All paragraphs must be narrative and cited in the text- each paragraphs

            Bulleted responses are not accepted

            Dont write in the first person 

            Dont copy and pase the questions.

            Answer the question objectively, do not make introductions to your answers, answer it when you start the paragraph

3) It will be verified by Turnitin and SafeAssign

4) Minimum 3 references not older than 5 years

           

5) ***************Identify your answer with the numbers, according to the question.

Example:

Q 1. Nursing is XXXXX

Q 2. Health is XXXX

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Case:

 

A 38-year-old woman presents to the office with complaints of weight

loss, fatigue, and insomnia of 3-month duration. She reports that she has

been feeling gradually more tired and staying up late at night because

she can’t sleep. She does not feel that she is doing as well in her occupation

as a secretary and states that she has trouble remembering things.

She does not go outdoors as much as she used to and cannot recall the

last time she went out with friends or enjoyed a social gathering. She

feels tired most of the week and states she feels that she wants to go to

sleep and frequently does not want to get out of bed. She denies any

recent medication, illicit drug, or alcohol use. She feels intense guilt

regarding past failed relationships because she perceives them as faults.

She states she has never thought of suicide, but has begun to feel increasingly

worthless.

Her vital signs and general physical examination are normal, although

she becomes tearful while talking. Her mental status examination is significant

for depressed mood, psychomotor retardation, and difficulty attending

to questions. Laboratory studies reveal a normal metabolic panel, normal

complete blood count, and normal thyroid functions.

Questions:

1)  What is the most likely diagnosis?

2) What is your next step?

3) What are important considerations and potential complications of

management?

 

Group # 2 

Topic: Partner Violence

The group project research paper must have a minimum of 2000 words – main body (does not include the title page, abstract, or reference pages). Times New Roman, Size 12, and 5 references about that topic (4 of them most be research articles). The criteria exposed in your paperwork must be exclusively based on peer reviewed article, and I will be very fussy in confirming the reliability of your statements. A formal paper using APA format according to Publication Manual American Psychological Association (APA) (6th ed.).2009 ISBN: 978-1-4338-0561-5 will be submitted via Assignment Submission. This paperwork must be submitted on week # 12 (Sunday, July 26 at 11:59 PM EST), so that you have plenty of time to start collecting literature.

Question Guide: 

The paper should include the following:  

• What is Partner Violence ?
• Statistics / Incidence
• Dynamics of Partner Violence (Psychosocial and Cultural)
• Psychological Factors
• Cycle of Violence
• Interventions Strategies / Treatments (pharmacological and non-pharmacological)
• Other considerations in the management of Partner Violence (including but not limited to management of behaviors, family considerations, challenges in the care of patients with this social issue.

 Examine evidence-based practice guidelines / research, nursing theories that support the identification of clinical problems, implementation of nursing skills in the care of adults victims of partner violence.

Grading Criteria: 

• What is Partner Violence? – 10 points
• Statistics / Incidence – 10 points
• Dynamics of Partner Violence / Theories (Psychosocial and Cultural) (at least 3) – 9 points
• Psychological Factors (at least 3) – 9 points
• Cycle of Violence – 10 points
• Interventions / Treatments (pharmacological and non-pharmacological) (at least 2 in each category) – 12 points
• Other considerations in the management of Partner Violence (including but not limited to management of behaviors, family considerations, challenges in the care of patients with this disorder – 10 points
• References: At least 5 reference sources – 4 of them most be research articles – 15 points
• APA style – 15 points

  

Social media plays a significant role in the lives of nurses in both their professional and personal lives. Additionally, social media is now considered a mainstream part of the process for recruiting and hiring candidates. Inappropriate or unethical conduct on social media can create legal problems for nurses as well as the field of nursing.

Login to all social media sites in which you engage. Review your profile, pictures and posts. Based on the professional standards of nursing, identify items that would be considered unprofessional and potentially detrimental to your career and that negatively impact the reputation of the nursing field.

In 500-750 words, summarize the findings of your review. Include the following:

1. Describe the posts or conversations in which you have engaged that might be considered inappropriate based on the professional standards of nursing.

2. Discuss why nurses have a responsibility to uphold a standard of conduct consistent with the standards governing the profession of nursing at work and in their personal lives. Include discussion of how personal conduct can violate HIPAA or be considered unethical or unprofessional. Provide an example of each to support your answer.

3. Based on the analysis of your social media, discuss what areas of your social media activity reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity for all individuals. Describe areas of your social media activity that could be improved.

RUBRIC

A detailed and transparent analysis of the appropriateness of social media activity based on standards of nursing practice is presented.

The discussion demonstrates an overall understanding of the importance of professional conduct in personal behavior and its implications for patients and the field of nursing. The discussion explains how personal conduct can violate HIPAA or be considered unethical or unprofessional. Clear examples are given.

A discussion of areas of social media activity that reflect Christian values as they relate to respecting human value and dignity is presented. The discussion demonstrates inclusiveness by respecting human value and dignity for all individuals regardless of differences. Specific areas for improvement have been suggested. The discussion is honest and demonstrates accountability for personal actions.

Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.

Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.

APA format. Use scholar authors only. All responses have be 1 paragraph each and with 2 references.

Discussion question: 1

   

My definition of quality is something having utmost distinction in the eyes of a consumer, and something that is desirable and sets the standard. Spath (2018) defines quality as a characteristic that goes beyond one’s expectations, depending on a person’s point of view, and can fluctuate yet has the potential to improve. Setting the highest standard of distinction when it comes to quality is a similar mindset to Philip B. Crosby, who is described as a “quality guru” due to sharing his knowledge of quality to business leaders (QP staff, 2010). Crosby established the theory of “zero defects,” meaning that a product or service should be free from blemishes or mistakes or defects from the start, every time (QP staff, 2010). Crosby explained that this does not mean a person who makes a quality product or gives a quality service should be perfect, but rather the person should provide the service as instructed every single time (QP staff, 2010).

            Crosby’s concept of zero defects can seem a bit extreme or unattainable when it comes to nursing practice, because as nurses we know that no shift is ever perfect. However, Crosby’s idea regarding the push for doing the job right the first time and every time can be helpful in the setting of home health care nursing practice, specifically with documentation. In home health care nursing, we have specific documentation requirements that are government regulations that must be followed. These governmental regulations affect how the home health care agency gets reimbursed from insurance companies. It is important that a nurse understands the questions asked within the home health care forms, so that they are answered correctly at the start of home health care. Then, at the time of discharge from home health care, when the charting and documentation is completed correctly, the way the nurse answers the questions regarding patient status will either show an improvement in outcomes, or a decline. Educating home health care nurses about the correct way to interpret and answer these questions, called the Outcome and Assessment Information Set (OASIS), allows for nurses to answer the questions correctly and provides accurate documentation on the patients abilities and limitations in the home setting (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, 2020).

The “zero defects” concept of doing the home health care documentation properly the first time can not only save the agency money (proper reimbursement), but also it avoids the nurse being wasteful of her time with correcting audited charts. Nurses’ charts get audited to help the home health agency ensure regulations have been met. With further training and experience, nurses can be more efficient with their time and documentation, and Crosby believes, avoid having to fix something when it could be done correctly in the first place (QP staff, 2010).

Discussion question: 2

When discussing quality, it is of utmost importance to define what is the most crucial aspect to the consumer.  Quality can either be about the experience, the product, or both.  Quality to me is the product being free of defects, the use of quality resources, and all for the lowest price.  How this translates to quality health care is timely and accurate results, low cost, no unnecessary tests, and knowledgeable providers.  If my concern is about a warm blanket, most modern exam room, and friendliest staff, then my definition of quality is more about customer service.  Unfortunately, the quality of healthcare includes customer service, which complicates defining what quality healthcare is.

In examining the quality theorists, the philosophy of Deming seems the most practical and congruent with my definition of quality.  Deming believed that the organization’s primary aim should focus on quality, which is a factor of reducing costs and continuously improving the processes (Monnappa, 2019).  As a result, customer satisfaction will improve, staff will be happier, and costs over time will decrease.  This philosophy evolved into the Deming or PDSA cycle, which is frequently used as a method of quality improvement (Spath, 2018).  An essential feature of this model is that it is dynamic, always looking to improve, and simple to implement. 

A practice problem that I see in my work involves how various injuries are classified and how that translates into increased costs.  Currently, any patient that comes in with a fall or injury gets charted as a “trauma evaluation.”  Charting a trauma evaluation generates a higher level of care and, thus, a higher charge.  This is wasteful, and while it generates more significant revenue, it is unnecessary as it increases the costs of healthcare.  This is the current practice; a practice change would involve only charting a trauma evaluation for patients who meet strict criteria.  My definition of quality extends to this problem by reducing unnecessary costs.  Charting a trauma evaluation does not change the patient’s care, therefore eliminating this practice would help to mitigate rising healthcare costs without affecting patient care or safety.