Entries by Daphne Hanson

Describe the differing approaches of nursing leaders and managers to issues in practice

Describe the differing approaches of nursing leaders and managers to issues in practice. To complete this assignment, do the following: Select an issue from the following list: bullying, unit closers, and restructuring, floating, nurse turnover, nurse staffing ratios, use of contract employees (i.e., registry and travel nurses), or magnet designation. Describe the selected issue. Discuss […]

The professional standards of nursing

Social media plays a significant role in the lives of nurses in both their professional and personal lives. Additionally, social media is now considered a mainstream part of the process of recruiting and hiring candidates. Inappropriate or unethical conduct on social media can create legal problems for nurses as well as the field of nursing. […]

Terms of choosing the healthcare field

Write a story in essay form about a moment in time that has impacted you greatly, or changed you, especially in terms of choosing the healthcare field. Think about the story that you’re choosing to tell, and why it is meaningful. For example, maybe you wish to share the story of a relative’s heroic battle […]

Significant public health burdens

Asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are significant public health burdens. Currently, more than 25 million people in the United States have asthma (HealthyPeople.gov, 2019). As an advanced practice nurse, you will likely encounter patients who will present with respiratory disorders, including asthma or COPD. Understanding specific treatment protocols as well as the types […]

The impact of patient factors that may lead to changes in pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes

This week, you examine the impact of patient factors that may lead to changes in pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic processes on patient drug therapy for cardiovascular disorders. You also explore ways to improve drug therapy plans for cardiovascular disorders based on patient factors and overall health needs. Alterations of the cardiovascular system can cause serious adverse […]

Essential skill for successful practice in nursing

Assignment Description: Care planning is an essential skill for successful practice in nursing. In practice, there will be varying levels of ‘formal’ care planning that take place. In some care settings, there will be a complete documentation of a care plan in the medical record, in other environments nurses will care plan to organize their […]

Framework for Program Evaluation in Public Health

Program Evaluation Paper: Drawing from the CDC Framework for Program Evaluation in Public Health, state the Need for and the Targets of a blame-free ‘culture of safety’ or ‘just culture’ organization-level program. Rather than searching for a ‘program on a culture of safety or just culture’, use a resource that explains one of these using […]

Developing Phases of Psychoanalytic Process

Psychoanalyst Case Narrative Examination Instructions For Completion Of Case Narratives To Meet The Examination Requirement For Licensure In New York State The State Board has determined that two case narratives that describe the assessment and treatment of separate clients will allow you to demonstrate a basic level of competence in applying the knowledge and skills […]

Discuss how an advanced practice role can impact the RN’s career advancement

Role of the master’s prepared Family Nurse Practitioner; This assignment relates to the role of the master’s prepared nurse. Students will develop a scholarly paper utilizing the American Psychological Association (APA) 6th edition format. In review, when developing a scholarly APA paper, begin with an introductory paragraph that includes the purpose statement. The body of the paper should include levels of […]

Professional Nursing Philosophy and Professional Development Plan

As you develop your Professional Nursing Philosophy and Professional Development Plan be sure to include the following: Professional Nursing Philosophy: Limit to 1 page that includes: Philosophy statement: The reason(s) for becoming a nurse, and personal beliefs about nursing. Nursing theory used to frame your philosophy that demonstrates a connection between the theory and the […]