Discuss the importance of the DNP role

  Given the evolution of the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, it is important that we are able to articulate to professional colleagues and the public the purpose and benefits of this advanced degree and how it has changed nursing science and health care practice and delivery. Look at the articles listed under the sessions […]

Describe the principles of family assessment,

  The Principles of Family Assessment Describe the principles of family assessment, and explain why it is important for a nurse to undertake a family assessment. Use of at least three scholarly references from separate sources to support this part.

Describe the pathophysiological mechanisms of chronic asthma and acute asthma exacerbation. Be sure to explain the changes in the arterial blood gas patterns during an exacerbation.

Complications of asthma can be sudden. Consider the case of Bradley Wilson, a young boy who had several medical conditions. He appeared in good health when he went to school, returned home, and ate dinner. However, when he later went outside to play, he came back inside wheezing. An ambulance took him to the hospital […]

Discuss how alignment between the values of an organization and the values of the nurse impact nurse engagement and patient outcomes.

Prepare a 10-minute presentation (10-15 slides, not including title or reference slide) on organizational culture and values. Describe how alignment between the values of an organization and the values of the nurse impact nurse engagement and patient outcomes. Discuss how an individual can use effective communication techniques to overcome workplace challenges, encourage collaboration across groups, […]

Develop a problem list from objective and subjective data.

D.F. is a 37-year-old woman who presents to the emergency department after having a seizure. Subjective Data PMH: Seizures, unknown type Headache Housewife Feels weak No loss of consciousness Objective Data Vital signs: T 37 P 72 R 18 BP 114/64 Lungs: clear all bases O2 Sat = 100% CV = heart rate regular, positive […]

Do performance standards align with legal and ethical nursing practice?

Discussion: Performance Standards and Appraisals Performance appraisals should be timely, thoughtful, consistent, thorough, and free from bias. How can performance appraisal systems be structured to facilitate this type of environment? Effective performance standards and appraisals can promote an open and continuous relationship among the nurse manager, HR professionals, and employees. How might you, as a […]

Identify the best type of evidence to use to solve this patient care issue

  You are a NP in a leadership role on an Inpatient Adult/Gero psychiatric unit.  In the past 4 months you have noticed a pattern of elderly female patients falling and injuring themselves in the middle of the night.  Using the 3 major components of Evidence Based Practice (Melnyk & Fineout-Overholt, 2011, page 4 figure […]

Compare differential diagnostic features of anxiety disorder

· Explain the difference between an adjustment disorder and anxiety disorder. Provide examples to illustrate your rationale. · Explain the diagnostic criteria for your assigned anxiety disorder. Which is “Generalized Anxiety Disorder” · Explain the evidenced-based psychotherapy and psychopharmacologic treatment for your assigned anxiety disorder. Which is “Generalized Anxiety Disorder” · Compare differential diagnostic features […]