Students will select a Healthy People 2020 objective and after approval by the instructor, the student will write a paper demonstrating comprehension of the specific topic/area to be addressed, and describe plans for a project for implementation and evaluation of the objective.  Each student will also give a presentation about the project in class. Please note that the power point presentation for the 8221 Seminar should reflect the paper contents following the health promotion paper and present...

DQ2 Consider current telehealth strategies and alternatives. Evaluate current implementation strategies for telehealth systems and provide an assessment of the pros and cons. Identify a particular practice area (e.g., clinic, hospital, primary care site) and discuss how you as a health care leader might you implement a similar strategy in that area? Solution: In recent years, evidence on the positive impacts of Telehealth has increased consistently.  Nonetheless, few studies have explored i...

DQ-1 A patient of your choice is being discharged to home and will use telehealth technology. Post the technology your patient will use at home and how will you connect with the patient using this technology. Solution: In recent years, Telehealth has emerged as a fundamental component in the healthcare industry.  This is given that it has the potential to positively impact the current healthcare challenges such as access to care, cost-efficient care as well as ensure distribution of lim...

Purpose The final week will focus on Global Policy Reform and the impact on patient care.  Students read the Berwick article and respond to the required discussions.  In addition, students reflect on what they have learned in NR506NP and how it is applicable to their upcoming clinical courses. Activity Learning Outcomes Through this discussion, the student will demonstrate the ability to: Understand the role of advanced practice nursing in the International Context (CO2) Research glob...

Purpose The purpose of this assignment is to discuss healthcare policy of the APN profession and how Transformational Leadership can help to influence policy changes. This week’s assignment focuses on the APN as a Health Policy Leader, one of the nine NONPF NP competencies.  Students will analyze how health policy may affect NP practice and how Transformational Leadership can help to influence policy changes. Activity Learning Outcomes Through this discussion, the student will demonstrate the...

Benchmark - Patient's Spiritual Needs: Case Analysis In addition to the topic study materials, use the chart you completed and questions you answered in the Topic 3 about "Case Study: Healing and Autonomy" as the basis for your responses in this assignment. Answer the following questions about a patients spiritual needs in light of the Christian worldview. 1. In 200-250 words, respond to the following: Should the physician allow Mike to continue making decisions that seem...

DQ2 When it comes to facilitating spiritual care for patients with worldviews different from your own, what are your strengths and weaknesses? If you were the patient, who would have the final say in terms of ethical decision-making and intervention in the event of a difficult situation? Solution: One of the critical constructs in delivering quality care to patients is integrating their needs and preferences in the management approach. According to Puchalski, Vitillo, Hull, and Reller (2014...

What is your definition of "spiritual care?" How does it differ or accord with the description given in the topic readings? Explain. Solution: The definition of spiritual care is drawn from the term spirit which is described by power and energy aspects. Spirituality, therefore, examines the understanding of interactions with creations and appreciate their purpose and presence which further outline the meaning. Spiritual care, therefore, involves providing healthcare services in line with the p...

Case Study on Moral Status Write a 750-1000 word analysis of "Case Study: Fetal Abnormality." Be sure to address the following questions: 1. Which theory or theories are being used by Jessica, Marco, Maria, and Dr. Wilson to determine the moral status of the fetus? Explain. 2. How does the theory determine or influence each of their recommendation for action? 3. What theory do you agree with? How would that theory determine or influence the recommendation for action? Pr...

Requirements: Discuss your state NP community in terms of scope of practice. Include the your state’s scope of practice for NPs including: Level of independence of practice Prescribing authority Any limitations of practice Process for obtaining licensure in your state Certification and education requirements for licensure. If you live in a restricted or reduced practice state, how has patient care been impacted in your local community from these barriers?  For instan...