Category: Nursing

Purpose:
This assignment focuses on the state of nursing education in the United States and the influence technology is having on nursing education and staff development. In Module 1 you will read about nursing education in the US; a variety of nursing competencies and standards; and the regulations and performance standards that influence nursing education at the federal, regional, and local levels. Since didactic education is not usually looked at separately, you can focus on nursing education in general. The goal is for you to illustrate the connections/relationships among the regulations, competencies, and standards of nursing education in higher education as well as the influence of technology on nursing education and staff development. You will be building a concept map or an infographic to illustrate these concepts and relationships.
Steps for Completion:
First, read all the required reading assignments in Module 1. Considering all of this information, create a concept map or infographic illustrating the relationships among regulations and standards, and the variables influencing didactic education in nursing education and staff development. Your concept map or infographic should illustrate connections/relationships among the following:
How nursing education can be impacted by federal regulators, and regional and program-level accreditors, and the applicable nursing competencies and standards.
How organizations that accredit higher education institutions and nursing education programs (CCNE and NLN CNEA) apply accreditation standards. In staff development, you may want to look at the impact of The Joint Commission or health care accreditors on nursing education.
How the current state of higher education positively and/or negatively influences nursing education and staff development, the development of evidence-based practices, and the need for resources (such as the need for qualified nurse educators).
You can differentiate the connections/relationships among the various concepts with different connectors, and/or illustrate different concepts with a variety of colors or shapes.
You may use one of the following programs to create your concept map:
https://www.mindmeister.comLinks to an external site.
https://www.mindmup.com/Links to an external site.
https://bubbl.us/Links to an external site.
http://popplet.com/Links to an external site.
https://www.easel.ly/Links to an external site.
PowerPoint (create a concept map on 1 PPT slide). You can revise/alter a PP poster template to create your concept map. You can download free templates at:
https://www.postersession.com/Links to an external site.
http://www.makesigns.com/Links to an external site.
https://www.genigraphics.com/Links to an external site.
You may use one of the following programs (or others) to create your infographic:
https://piktochart.com/Links to an external site.
https://venngage.com/Links to an external site.
https://infogram.com/Links to an external site.
PowerPoint – there are a number of templates available in the software

Week 10 Discussion Question(s)
Compare/contrast Probable Major Neurocognitive Disorder due to Alzheimer’s Disease with Probable Major Neurocognitive Disorder Due to Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration; include the questions below in your discussion post.
Age-appropriate, culturally responsive, comprehensive assessment.
Description of postulated pathophysiologic mechanisms of the disorder- these should be linked to common symptoms observed in clients who present with this illness.
What behaviors on the client’s part (with either condition) would lead you to believe that they may be experiencing a psychiatric emergency?
Develop a general treatment plan for either disorder- what evidence-based psychotherapies would you plan to include? What evidence-based psychopharmacologic approaches (if any) would be appropriate?
Discuss any legal/ethical issues inherent in the care of the individual with this condition.
How would you know if the care of this client (either in an acute episode or chronic care) exceeded your clinical competence? How would you proceed with the client’s care in this case?
What other professionals would you consider including in the care/treatment of this client, and why?
Note: This discussion requires you to complete your initial post before you can see your classmates’ posts. If you are having trouble getting started, please contact your instructor.

the SOAP note assingment is a case study but with different guideline
please note that the file I provide as an example is just to help you know how to write, not to copy the same information,
HPI needs to be in the old carts way, and others need to be filled depending on the Diagnosis. also, there is 2 books as references i for diagnosis and differential diagnosis and medication also in patient teaching, in Harvard style.
the patient has uncontrolled hypertension and has been a heavy smoker for 36 years and has decided to start a cessation smoking program he is also on a special diet and exercise to lose weight while working in a telecom company married for 5 years and has 2 daughters.

It is the information for this care plan you will write and also, there is a file write on this paper
1. **Lab results and abnormalities**:
– There are several abnormal lab values, including elevated **troponin levels**, which are notable for potential cardiac issues, possibly indicating myocardial injury. Elevated troponin should be closely monitored.
– **Comprehensive chemistry panel** shows elevated glucose (125), elevated urea nitrogen (24), and other abnormal values like creatinine and sodium, which could suggest kidney involvement or dehydration.
– Elevated **white blood cell count** (12.5) indicating an inflammatory or infection process.
2. **Imaging and Physical Exam Findings**:
– The presence of a **fat-containing umbilical hernia** with fat necrosis is noted. This hernia is tender to the touch and non-reducible, which might require surgical consultation or urgent attention.
– There is also mention of **severe atherosclerotic disease** in the abdominal aorta and iliac arteries with stenosis, suggesting vascular involvement that needs ongoing cardiovascular monitoring.
3. **Risk Factors and Recommendations**:
– The patient is at risk for both **cardiac** (elevated troponin) and **vascular complications** (severe atherosclerosis).
– There is low suspicion for bowel obstruction but concern for **leukocytosis** likely tied to infection or inflammatory causes.
4. **Next steps**:
– Continuous monitoring of the elevated **troponin levels**.
– Referral to a vascular or general surgeon regarding the **umbilical hernia** with necrosis.
– Potential for further imaging to monitor the **atherosclerosis** and stenosis.
– Consideration of managing the elevated white cell count, possibly with antibiotics if an infection is suspected.
The care plan seems focused on addressing both the acute concerns related to troponin and the potential chronic issues with the hernia and atherosclerosis.
5. **Review of Systems and Physical Exam**:
– The patient has **periumbilical abdominal pain** noted in the gastrointestinal system, but denies any fever, chest pain, shortness of breath, or genitourinary symptoms.
– Vitals are stable, with temperature at 97.1°F, heart rate 73 bpm, blood pressure 128/75 mmHg, and oxygen saturation at 96%.
– The physical exam highlights a soft abdomen with tenderness, specifically around the area of the hernia. Cardiovascular and respiratory exams are unremarkable.
6. **Medical History**:
– This is a 90-year-old female patient who presented with abdominal pain, possibly related to a **ventral hernia** with potential incarceration or strangulation. She has a history of small bowel obstruction (SBO).
– The patient reports that the current episode of pain is different from previous experiences, indicating a change in her condition.
7. **Imaging and Lab Findings**:
– The results indicate **troponin I elevation** (seen in previous images), which suggests cardiac monitoring is necessary due to the potential for myocardial injury. However, her cardiac and pulmonary assessments in this visit are normal.
– **White blood cell count** (WBC) is elevated at 12.5, consistent with infection or inflammation. However, the trend of WBC over time should be monitored to assess whether an active infection or ongoing inflammation is present.
8. **Surgical Consultation and Hernia Management**:
– The patient has a **fat-containing umbilical hernia**, and there is a concern about potential strangulation or incarceration given her presentation of pain and tenderness.
– There is a note that the patient will be assessed for surgical intervention if necessary. Given her advanced age and other comorbidities, the surgical team will likely weigh risks and benefits carefully.
9. **Sepsis Risk**:
– The patient has a SOFA score of 1.9, which is low, indicating that she does not meet the criteria for sepsis but should still be monitored for signs of infection given her elevated WBC and history.
10. **Care Plan**:
– **Observation and monitoring**: Continuous monitoring of vital signs, abdominal pain, and hernia status, with possible imaging or intervention if her condition worsens.
– **Cardiac monitoring** due to elevated troponin levels, despite the lack of current chest pain.
– **Surgical evaluation** for the hernia if it becomes more concerning, or if signs of obstruction or strangulation appear.
– **Laboratory monitoring** to assess for changes in WBC count or other markers that might indicate an infection or worsening condition.
This care plan revolves around addressing the risks of the hernia, cardiac health, and ensuring that any potential infection is caught early. Given the patient’s age and complexity, the team is likely managing the balance between aggressive intervention and comfort measures.
11. **Functional and Mobility Assessments**:
– **Occupational Therapy (OT)** progress notes detail a focus on activities of daily living (ADLs) and mobility improvement. The patient requires minimal assistance (1 person assist) with transfers and bed mobility, using a walker for safety.
– **Balance and Strengthening**: The patient’s progress in standing balance and dynamic standing is being closely monitored. OT aims to increase her independence in performing grooming tasks and toileting with minimal assistance.
– The patient has shown progress, as her **balance and standing tolerance** have improved.
12. **Discharge Planning**:
– The patient’s care team is working towards placement in an **Assisted Living Facility (ALF)** due to her current functional needs.
– Discharge planning is evolving, with **case management** working on getting the required medical forms completed and submitted for placement. There’s active communication with facilities and the patient’s family about this transition.
– The patient is concerned about missing bills, indicating ongoing social and financial concerns that the team is addressing.
13. **Goals and Outcomes**:
– The patient’s **goals** include achieving independence in toileting, grooming, and mobility over the next 7 days. There is a specific goal for her to be able to stand and transfer with minimal assistance, and to use her walker with increased safety.
– Some goals have already been met, like performing standing activities for 3-8 minutes and standing balance with supervision.
14. **Continued Monitoring and Safety**:
– **Fall risk** remains a significant concern, with safety measures such as assisted walking and bed alarms in place.
– Ongoing monitoring of her hernia, pain management, and cardiac status are also part of her care.
In conclusion, the care plan is comprehensive, focusing on increasing the patient’s independence through therapy, while managing her hernia and other health concerns. Discharge to an ALF is the goal once she achieves enough functional improvement.

The purpose of this assignment is to examine health care data on hospital-associated infections and determine the best methods for presenting the data to stakeholders. Use the scenario below and the “Hospital Associated Infections Data” Excel spreadsheet to complete the assignment.
Scenario
You have been tasked with displaying Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) hospital quality measures data for a 5-year period on four quality measures at your site. After examining the data, identify trends and determine the best way to present the actionable information to stakeholders.
Assignment
Create a 12-15-slide PowerPoint (not including title and reference slides) presenting the data to the stakeholders. Address the following in your PowerPoint:
What conclusions can be drawn for each quality measure over the 5-year period?
What trends do you see for each quality measure over the 5-year period?
When comparing each quality measure, is the quality measure better than, worse than, or no different from the national benchmark over time?
Based on your examination of the data, which of the quality measures should you prioritize and why?
Develop a quality improvement metric and related measures to improve care processes, outcomes, and the patient experience relating to the identified area of opportunity.
Explain how you would monitor the metric and use collected data for improvement.
Include a title slide, references slide, and comprehensive speaker notes.
Refer to the resource, “Creating Effective PowerPoint Presentations,” located in the Student Success Center, for additional guidance on completing this assignment in the appropriate style.
Use a minimum of two peer-reviewed, scholarly sources as evidence.
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.
You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Benchmark Information
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competency:
MSN Leadership in Health Care Systems
6.6: Develop and monitor continuous quality improvement metrics and measures to improve care processes, outcomes, and the patient experience.

1st Assignment with at least 100 words and 3 Reference
Identify at least two stakeholder agency reporting sources. How do these external reporting groups contribute to or hinder CQI?
2nd assignment with at least 100 words and 3 Reference
You are going to present data that have been collected to your administrative group. The focus is on outcome measures and the data collected are unplanned readmission rates at two different hospitals. What format would you choose to display your data and why? What information would you include with the data?

1 assignment :Module 2 Discussion – Attribution and Motivation Theory
Choose one of the 4 content theories of motivation from Ch. 6, one of the 5 process theories of motivation from Ch. 7, and one of the 5 attribution techniques from Ch.8 that you think would be most applicable to your work environment. Explain your rationale for selecting these three. Briefly compare and contrast the three, and discuss their pertinence to your work setting.
Each post must cite and reference at least one peer-reviewed source (published within the last 5 years) in APA 7th edition.
Required Textbooks
Borkowski, N. & Meese, K. (2021). Organizational behavior in health care (4th ed.). Jones & Bartlett.
***cite one one peer-reviewed source and 1 text book***
2 assignment Module 2 Journal Assignment – Motivation
Assignment:
Click on this website, read the article, and take the “How Self-Motivated Are You?” questionnaire. https://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_57.htm There are no right or wrong answers—it is only for your own self-assessment. Reflect on each of your results. Based on the outcome of your self-assessment questionnaire, make a one-paragraph self-assessment entry into your leadership journal.
**don’t forget to cite the website and one nursing journal peer-reviewed source (published within the last 5 years) in APA 7th edition.
website:https://www.mindtools.com/adosk97/how-self-motivated-are-you
**** Please make 2 downloads one for Module 2 Discussion – Attribution and Motivation Theory
one for Module 2 Journal Assignment
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Learning objective: The learner will be able to use evidence-based practice to make informed decisions regarding patient care.
Create 3 PowerPoint slides pertaining to the learning objective above. APA in-text citations on slides must match reference. NO PLAGIARISM.

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Module 3 Discussion
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Reflect on your experiences as a member of a clinical team. What makes a team effective or ineffective in terms of achieving expected outcomes for the patients? (Saunders, 2014)

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.
Discussion Rubric
Discussion Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentification of Main Issues, Problems, and Concepts
5 pts
Distinguished
Identify and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the issues, problems, and concepts.
Use of Citations, Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines
3 pts
Distinguished
Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing. High level of APA precision and free of grammar and spelling errors.