1. Visit the American Nurses Association (ANA), American Holistic Nurses Association (AHNA) websites, and American Holistic Nursing Credentialing Corporation (AHNCC).
2. Search for other Holistic Nursing organizations.
3. Learn about the organizations’ missions, visions, and purposes, what they offer in relation to promoting Holistic Nursing.

• Discuss the pros and cons of joining any one of these organizations. How would a nurse benefit from the resources provided?
• Would you join any of these organizations? Why or why not? 
• Describe specialty certification in nursing? How does specialty certification in Holistic Nursing impact patient care?

APA format

Must have plagiarism receipt.

Directions

In a minimum of 300 words please discuss how these concerns impact morale, patient care, nursing autonomy, etc.  Use at least 1-2 references and proper APA format.

Discussion Prompt(s)

Jonathan Kirkpatrick recently was hired as a nursing manager in an acute care hospital for orthopedics, neurology, and two medical-surgical units for a for-profit corporation. Nurse Kirkpatrick is responsible for the quality, cost, and morale of the units that he manages. As part of his employment package, he is rewarded with a bonus based on the amount of money that he is able to save the hospital.

One of the first things Nurse Kirkpatrick is asked to do in his new position is to “cut the fat” out of staff numbers. The corporation that owns the hospital believes there are too many nurses on the payroll. Personally, although he does not say so upfront, Nurse Kirkpatrick disagrees. He believes the nurses currently on staff are all needed for quality of care. As he looks for ways to cut these numbers, what concerns might he raise to make administrative staff aware of the risks? Identify both ethical concerns and potential legal concerns

Remember that part of being in leadership is to advocate for employees and balance the requirements of the job. 

Search entries or author

  The groups will compile a short PowerPoint presentation with voice over recording to include the issue or controversy, the health practitioners role in the issue and thoughtful conclusion. A minimum of 2 articles for reference required. Each group member will submit a copy of the PPT in the drop-box for grading. 

  Addiction Treatment : OPOID ADDICTION

 

• References: A minimum of 2 articles for reference required.
• All students doing their own voice over for their PowerPoint slides.
• Only one group member should post the PowerPoint presentation as an attachment in a separate thread in the second week two discussion forum for sharing with peers. Peer responses are invited but not required for this ungraded discussion forum.
• Each student shall upload the final Stakeholder Presentation to the D2L/Brightspace assignment upload page for grading.

It is necessary for an RN-BSN-prepared nurse to demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease, the clinical manifestations and treatment protocols, and how they affect clients across the life span.

Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mrs. J., presented below.

Based on this information, formulate a conclusion based on your evaluation, and complete the Critical Thinking Essay assignment, as instructed below.

Health History and Medical Information

Health History

Mrs. J. is a 63-year-old married woman who has a history of hypertension, chronic heart failure, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Despite requiring 2L of oxygen/nasal cannula at home during activity, she continues to smoke two packs of cigarettes a day and has done so for 40 years. Three days ago, she had sudden onset of flu-like symptoms including fever, productive cough, nausea, and malaise. Over the past 3 days, she has been unable to perform ADLs and has required assistance in walking short distances. She has not taken her antihypertensive medications or medications to control her heart failure for 3 days. Today, she has been admitted to the hospital ICU with acute decompensated heart failure and acute exacerbation of COPD.

Subjective Data

1. Is very anxious and asks whether she is going to die.
2. Denies pain but says she feels like she cannot get enough air.
3. Says her heart feels like it is “running away.”
4. Reports that she is exhausted and cannot eat or drink by herself.

Objective Data

1. Height 175 cm; Weight 95.5kg.
2. Vital signs: T 37.6C, HR 118 and irregular, RR 34, BP 90/58.
3. Cardiovascular: Distant S1, S2, S3 present; PMI at sixth ICS and faint: all peripheral pulses are 1+; bilateral jugular vein distention; initial cardiac monitoring indicates a ventricular rate of 132 and atrial fibrillation.
4. Respiratory: Pulmonary crackles; decreased breath sounds right lower lobe; coughing frothy blood-tinged sputum; SpO2 82%.
5. Gastrointestinal: BS present: hepatomegaly 4cm below costal margin.

Intervention

The following medications administered through drug therapy control her symptoms:

1. IV furosemide (Lasix)
2. Enalapril (Vasotec)
3. Metoprolol (Lopressor)
4. IV morphine sulphate (Morphine)
5. Inhaled short-acting bronchodilator (ProAir HFA)
6. Inhaled corticosteroid (Flovent HFA)
7. Oxygen delivered at 2L/ NC

Critical Thinking Essay

In 750-1,000 words, critically evaluate Mrs. J.’s situation. Include the following:

1. Describe the clinical manifestations present in Mrs. J.
2. Discuss whether the nursing interventions at the time of her admissions were appropriate for Mrs. J. and explain the rationale for each of the medications listed.
3. Describe four cardiovascular conditions that may lead to heart failure and what can be done in the form of medical/nursing interventions to prevent the development of heart failure in each condition.
4. Taking into consideration the fact that most mature adults take at least six prescription medications, discuss four nursing interventions that can help prevent problems caused by multiple drug interactions in older patients. Provide a rationale for each of the interventions you recommend.
5. Provide a health promotion and restoration teaching plan for Mrs. J., including multidisciplinary resources for rehabilitation and any modifications that may be needed. Explain how the rehabilitation resources and modifications will assist the patients’ transition to independence.
6. Describe a method for providing education for Mrs. J. regarding medications that need to be maintained to prevent future hospital admission. Provide rationale.
7. Outline COPD triggers that can increase exacerbation frequency, resulting in return visits. Considering Mrs. J.’s current and long-term tobacco use, discuss what options for smoking cessation should be offered.

You are required to cite to a minimum of two sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. 

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

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance. 

 

Advanced Practice Nurse interview 

Answer the following questions.  

– What is proper etiquette for a job interview? – 

 What’s “good behavior” in a behavioral job interview? 

1. Tell me about yourself; please include years of experience as a nurse and your previous work history.  (I WORK AS A NURSE FOR 1 YEAR IN HOME HEALTH AND 4 YEARS IN HOSPICE) 

2. Where do you see yourself in 5 years? Please describe plans for education and career advancement in the near future  ( I PLAN TO WORK AS A FAMILY NP IN AN OFFICE) 

3. What are your career aspirations?  

4. How do you handle stress in the healthcare setting? 

5. What clinical skills do you possess that will be most beneficial to this clinical practice?  

6. What are your strengths and weaknesses?  

7. Describe how you handled a difficult situation that has involved a patient, physician or family member?  

8. How do you get along with your staff at your current position? 

9. Why should we hire you?  

10. What salary are you seeking?  

YOU HAVE TO ASWER THE QUESTIONS LIKE YOU WERE IN AN INTERVIEW. Question 1-2 in parenthesis IS some of my information)