Discussion: The Inclusion of Nurses in the Systems Development Life Cycle In the media introduction to this module, it was suggested that you as a nurse have an important role in the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). With a focus on patient care and outcomes, nurses...
Assignment: Evidence-Based Project, Part 5: Recommending an Evidence-Based Practice Change The collection of evidence is an activity that occurs with an endgame in mind. For example, law enforcement professionals collect evidence to support a decision to charge those accused of criminal activity. Similarly, evidence-based healthcare practitioners...
In this project, you will create a professional presence on LinkedIn (a professional social media network that is widely used by professionals and employers in most industries). If your profession or personal beliefs prevent you from establishing a LinkedIn site, ask about an alternative to...
Write a 1,000 word argumentative paper in which you take a position on one the following topic: Nursing Homes and Care of the Aged. Make sure your paper has: -A clear thesis on your position -A logical argument that supports your position, and is clearly linked to...
PART 1 Create a Topic Proposal. This is not only telling the professor the name/issue, covered by your chosen topic. It requires thought and research. First, identify a moral issue in your local community. You may find this in a number of ways, including direct experience in...
Assignment: Workplace Environment Assessment Clearly, diagnosis is a critical aspect of healthcare. However, the ultimate purpose of a diagnosis is the development and application of a series of treatments or protocols. Isolated recognition of a health issue does little to resolve it. In this module’s Discussion, you...
From electronic health records (EHR) to telemedicine, the use of information technology is rapidly expanding. Discuss how individuals, professionals, and organizations use health information. How can health information improve the provision of quality? Finally, after conducting research, discuss the possible future of information technology in...
Do you believe that mental health care should be a “right” or an entitlement for all residents of a nation, within developing as well as developed countries? Why or why not? Include social justice and ethical considerations in your response....
Developing effective teams can be challenging. There are different personalities to deal with when working in teams, but the benefits can be extraordinary. Review the "Penelope at Work" video in your Module 04 lessons folder under "Managing Team Conflict" and discuss the following: What do you think...
Describe some ways in which statistical data may be abused. Demonstrate an abuse of statistical information through use of an example. Why is it important for students to be aware of statistical abuse in everyday life?...