1. In order to find the best information on a topic, not only should you develop a question and search for resources, but you should also know how to analyze the value of the resources that you identify. There are different ways to evaluate resources, such as using the hierarchy of evidence, which you explored in Week 4 of this course. Another way to […]

  In the Module 4 Discussion, you considered how professional nurses can become involved in policy-making. A critical component of any policy design is evaluation of the results. How comfortable are you with the thought of becoming involved with such matters? Some nurses may be hesitant to get involved with policy evaluation. The preference may be to focus on the care and well-being of their […]

Thoughts  The signs and symptoms of anaphylactic shock is a life-threatening allergic reaction. It requires immediate response, or the patient could die. Common antigens that are associated with allergic reaction or anaphylactic shock are certain foods such as nuts dairy, shellfish environmental allergens such as mold and pollen, insect stings, and medications. The symptoms range from nausea and vomiting to fever, rash or hives, back […]

REPLY 1  Elimination complexities have a significant bearing on the lives of patients and their families. Nurses play an indispensable role in supporting the patient’s psychological and emotional needs whenever battling elimination complexities. Common effects of elimination complexities in the lives of patients include loss of control and feeling of hopelessness. Most patients often develop frustration due to their inability to control vital aspects of […]

This is a group project. my sections include only the goals and barriers It should be focused around safety of a dementia patient. This should also include a couple of powerpoint slides that corresponds with the information provided.  Goals: While the intervention will not actually be carried out, the student will discuss the plan that could be implemented by a nurse to address the clinical […]

Reply 1   9-month old development markers Based on the CDC (2020), a 9-month-old baby should be able to do at least these things listed below as examples: Social and Emotional – May be afraid of strangers and attached with those familiar to them Language/Communication – Understands “no” and makes different sounds that seem like “mama” or “dada” Cognitive – plays peek-a-boo, can hold cereal […]

Prepare this assignment as a 1,750 word paper using the instructor feedback from the Topic 1, 2, and 3 assignments and the guidelines below. PICOT Statement  Revise the PICOT statement you wrote in the Topic 1 assignment. Research Critiques In the Topic 2 and Topic 3 assignments you completed a qualitative and quantitative research critique. Use the feedback you received from your instructor on these […]

  Discussion: Assessing Musculoskeletal Pain The body is constantly sending signals about its health. One of the most easily recognized signals is pain. Musculoskeletal conditions comprise one of the leading causes of severe long-term pain in patients. The musculoskeletal system is an elaborate system of interconnected levers that provides the body with support and mobility. Because of the interconnectedness of the musculoskeletal system, identifying the […]

   View the “Diary of Medical Mission Trip” videos dealing with the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti in 2010. Reflect on this natural disaster by answering the following questions: Propose one example of a      nursing intervention related to the disaster from each of the following      levels: primary prevention, secondary prevention, and tertiary prevention.      Provide innovative examples that have not been discussed by a previous      student. Under […]

Assignment: Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Part 2: Academic Resources and Strategies New construction projects begin with a design phase, where architects blueprint the vision complete with design details. They work in collaboration with builders who use the designs to prepare the appropriate strategies, tools, and materials to bring the vision to reality. You are both architect and builder of your success. You have […]