Category: Nursing homework help

For this assignment, you will review the latest evidence-based guidelines as they pertain to the case below. Please make sure you are using scholarly references and they should not be older than 5 years. The post and references must be in APA format. Use at least 2 references.  
Review and discuss the role of the Center for Evidence and Practice Improvement for the US and identify the 5 divisions that direct standard of care in the US. 

 After studying Module 4: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following:You want to conduct a study to determine whether fruit consumption leads to reduce weight. Why would an experiment be better than an observational study? 
Your initial post should be at least 200 words/numbers or a combination of both. Your initial post is worth 60 points.
Additional readings must be cited, and formatted in the current APA style.
You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending or adding supplementary distinctions to their posts

You are working at a long-term care facility and have been appointed to serve on a new committee. The purpose of the committee is to improve medication safety in the facility. Currently, the medication orders are handwritten in each patient’s chart. The orders are then sent to the pharmacy via fax. The nurses copy the medication orders by hand onto the medication administration record (MAR). The facility does not use barcoding or computer-generated MARs. Medications are supplied from the pharmacy in bulk rather than in unit dose. (Learning Objectives 2, 3, and 7)
1. Discuss the potential for medication errors in the current system. What processes are in place that could make medication errors more likely to occur?
2. Develop suggested solutions for each of the process issues identified. What additional suggestions for improving medication safety can you identify?
3. What would be the potential advantages and disadvantages of implementing a barcoding system in this facility?
Follow APA guidelines for references.

 
After reviewing Module 4: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following;
What are potential barriers to forming an effective relationship with families?  What, if any, might be potential conflicts of interest?
Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.

 
After studying Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources, as well as reviewing the Judaism Resources page, discuss the following:
In your reading of Chapter 10 – Encountering Judaism: The Way of God’s People as well as the other readings for the week, you have gained a better understanding of central themes of Judaism. As you learned more about the religion, you may have noticed the many similarities that Judaism shares with Christianity as the relationship between the two religions rather unique. Christianity is rooted in Judaism historically, scripturally, liturgically, and even theologically. No two major world religions have so much in common. Below are a handful of the common elements shared by these two religions, however it is important to note that even though these religions share several common elements, they articulate them differently. Last week, we expounded upon how some of these themes are understood in the context of Catholicism and now you will describe how they are understood in Judaism.
Select two themes from the list below and present the Jewish teaching on the chosen theme.
Jewish Understanding of God
Salvation
Creation
Eschatology
Pain and Suffering
Freedom and Free Will
Virtues
Sin 
Each selected theme must:
Be explained in at least one paragraph
Incorporate at least 2 direct quotations with accompanying in-text citations from either the required weekly readings or a resource found on the “Judaism Resources” page linked below.  
Your initial post should incorporate 2 different sources, formatted and cited as the instructor indicated in the announcements. 

*** Discuss what the nursing’s role is and/or should be in decision-making regarding selecting information systems.
Submission Instructions:
Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.
NO AI, NO plagiarism,  TURNITIN report needed . #422

 
Using a variety of instruments (Windshield Survey, Community Assessment Tool, Screening interviews, etc.) while in your community, you will assess the community location. This will lead to a list of identified, prioritized health needs and your recommendations for intervention.
You will complete a windshield survey of your community. The objective of a windshield survey is to assess a community in a short, simple way, compiling data to help form an analysis of that community. Simply put, a windshield survey is the equivalent of a community head-to-toe assessment. There are 6 elements that should be included in your windshield survey (See Community Assessment Template Download Community Assessment Template). You will drive through your community and document your findings on a PowerPoint presentation. Take pictures of your community to enhance your PowerPoint presentation.
After studying Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources, familiarize yourself with the instruments for:

A Windshield Survey (Website Resource 15C, p. 425).
The Community Assessment Tool applied to Phenomenological Communities (Website Resource 15A, p. 425).
You may also wish to review Chapter 13, Box 13-1 (p. 343) for examples of assessments that may be appropriate for your community population, since the Community Assessment Tool includes some screening data and information from clients.

Plan how you will obtain the information for the assessments.

Conduct a Windshield Survey assessment.
Drive around your community and take pictures.
Create a PowerPoint presentation No more than 10 slides addressing each area of the windshield study.

The Powerpoint presentation is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation and misspelling.
Incorporate a minimum of 3 current (published within the last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work. Journal articles and books should be referenced according to APA style (the library has a copy of the APA Manual).

 
Using a variety of instruments (Windshield Survey, Community Assessment Tool, Screening interviews, etc.) while in your community, you will assess the community location. This will lead to a list of identified, prioritized health needs and your recommendations for intervention.
You will complete a windshield survey of your community. The objective of a windshield survey is to assess a community in a short, simple way, compiling data to help form an analysis of that community. Simply put, a windshield survey is the equivalent of a community head-to-toe assessment. There are 6 elements that should be included in your windshield survey (See Community Assessment Template Download Community Assessment Template). You will drive through your community and document your findings on a PowerPoint presentation. Take pictures of your community to enhance your PowerPoint presentation.
After studying Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources, familiarize yourself with the instruments for:

A Windshield Survey (Website Resource 15C, p. 425).
The Community Assessment Tool applied to Phenomenological Communities (Website Resource 15A, p. 425).
You may also wish to review Chapter 13, Box 13-1 (p. 343) for examples of assessments that may be appropriate for your community population, since the Community Assessment Tool includes some screening data and information from clients.

Plan how you will obtain the information for the assessments.

Conduct a Windshield Survey assessment.
Drive around your community and take pictures.
Create a PowerPoint presentation No more than 10 slides addressing each area of the windshield study.

The Powerpoint presentation is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation and misspelling.
Incorporate a minimum of 3 current (published within the last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work. Journal articles and books should be referenced according to APA style (the library has a copy of the APA Manual).

 
After reviewing Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources, briefly describe one community health problem from your community’s health improvement plan. What structure, process, and outcome standards would you use to evaluate a program addressing this problem?
Submission Instructions:
Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources.

PLEASE RESPOND TO THE FOLLOWING POST OF A CLASSMATE IN 200 WORDS, Remember that your posts must be substantive and contribute to the dialogue that is taking place
Classmate’s Post:
Theoretical Model/Framework 
Problem: Some members of the community, people with disabilities who use wheelchairs, can’t use transportation because there is no bus station within 1 mile. When interviewed, they say that because of that they cannot keep their doctors’ appointments. It leads to exacerbations of chronic diseases and frequent hospitalizations.   
I chose the theory of Community Caring for Public Health Nursing (CCPHN) as framework for my project. The key goals of Community Caring for Public Health Nursing (CCPHN): 
Enhance Community Health: Improve the overall health status of communities by addressing social determinants of health and promoting access to care. 
Promote Health Equity: Reduce health disparities by ensuring equitable access to healthcare services, particularly for vulnerable populations.  
Strengthen Community Engagement: Involve community members in the planning and implementation of health initiatives, ensuring that their voices and needs are prioritized. 
Facilitate Collaboration: Build partnerships among healthcare providers, community organizations, and stakeholders to create a coordinated approach to public health. 
Advocate for Policy Change: Influence local and state policies to support public health initiatives that benefit community health and access to care. 
How CCPHN will be used as a framework for my project: 
Assessment of Needs: Nurses assess the specific barriers faced by individuals with disabilities, such as transportation access and mobility challenges. 
Community Engagement: Involve community members in identifying transportation gaps and potential solutions, fostering a sense of ownership and collaboration. 
Advocacy for Services: Advocate for the development of accessible transportation options, such as paratransit services or community shuttle programs, to improve access to healthcare. 
Education and Resources: Provide education on available resources, including local transportation services, ride-sharing programs, or volunteer driver networks that cater to individuals with disabilities. 
Holistic Care Coordination: Coordinate care by connecting individuals with case managers or social workers who can assist in scheduling appointments and arranging transportation. 
Health Promotion: Promote self-management and preventive care to help individuals understand the importance of attending appointments and managing their chronic conditions. 
Community Partnerships: Collaborate with local organizations, government agencies, and transportation services to create a network of support for individuals with disabilities. 
Organizational Setting 
According to CCPHN theory, community nurses work in various settings, including Community Health Centers (facilities providing comprehensive healthcare services to underserved populations), Home Health Care (visiting patients in their homes to provide care, education, and support), and Public Health Departments (collaborating with local health agencies to implement community health initiatives and programs).  
Typical client: Individuals using wheelchairs who live in Hillsborough County.  
Community RNs can visit patients in their homes, offering assessments, education, and support without requiring them to travel. They also can implement mobile clinics that can bring healthcare services to those with mobility challenges, making access easier. Educational sessions can be provided in accessible locations or virtually. They can inform individuals about health resources and management.  
Speaking of permission required to work with this population, before providing care or education, nurses should obtain informed consent from the patient or their legal guardian, ensuring they understand the purpose and nature of the services. If the individual has caregivers or family members involved in their care, it’s important to involve them in the consent process and educational discussions.  
References  
Iwamoto S. (2023). Developing a Theory of Community Caring for Public Health Nursing. Healthcare (Basel, Switzerland), 11(3), 349. https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11030349Links to an external site.  
St. Catherine University (April 15, 2021). What is a Community Health Nurse? https://www.stkate.edu/academics/healthcare-degrees/community-health-nurseLinks to an external site.