1. Describe a situation in which the nurse manager would use problem resolution in the workplace. Describe a situation in which the nurse manager would use negotiation to resolve a conflict (or potential conflict) in the workplace.  2. Compare and contrast strategies for resolving a conflict, using first the informal negotiation method and then the formal negotiation method.  3. Explore the American Nurses Association website […]

  Introduction Sociologists use theory to study society. In science, theory is used to develop a deeper understanding of the universe. Although abstract, sociologists use theory to expand on original ideas and develop practical solutions to problems. In sociology, there are three main sociological theories or perspectives: functionalist, conflict, and symbolic interactionist. Each of these perspectives has a distinct worldview, or interpretation, of the social world […]

   Assignment 1: Practicum – Week 8 Journal Entry Learning Objectives Students will: · Develop effective documentation skills for group therapy sessions * · Develop diagnoses for clients receiving group psychotherapy * · Evaluate the efficacy of cognitive behavioral therapy for groups * · Analyze legal and ethical implications of counseling clients with psychiatric disorders * *  Select two clients you observed or counseled this […]

   Module 03 Written Assignment – Cultural Considerations in Mental Health Nursing Submit an evidence-based practice paper about cultural competency in mental health nursing. An evidence-based practice paper allows you to explore best practices and help improve client outcomes in a psychiatric unit. Your paper should describe how you, as a nurse, will include – or have included – cultural awareness in a client diagnosed […]

 Similarity no more than 10% key issues; what is their mission; what is their legislative agenda; how is the agenda developed; how is it communicated to members; how is their agenda pushed and promoted (i.e., mechanisms used to engage/attract and influence policy makers); what are the group’s current lobbying efforts; key partner coalitions; do their partnerships influence policies at the local, state or national level; […]

 Concepts for Clinical Judgement Read the article “Thinking Like a Nurse: A Research-Based Model of Clinical Judgment in Nursing” by Christine Tanner, which is linked below: Link to article In at least three pages, answer the following questions: What do you feel are the greatest influences on clinical judgment? Is it experience, knowledge, or a combination of those things? In your opinion, what part does […]

Students will: Apply documentation skills to examine family therapy sessions * Develop diagnoses for clients receiving family psychotherapy * Analyze legal and ethical implications of counseling clients with psychiatric disorders * * The Assignment related to this Learning Objective is introduced this week and submitted in Week 3. Select two clients you observed or counseled this week during a family therapy session. Note: The two […]

   Week 5: Endocrine System Disorders and the Treatment of Diabetes The endocrine system includes eight major glands throughout the body which affect such things as growth and development, metabolism, sexual function, and mood (National Institutes of Health). Some of the most commonly diagnosed endocrine disorders include hypothyroidism, diabetes, and Hashimoto’s disease. Not surprisingly, treating any one endocrine disorder may have effects on other body […]

Compare vulnerable populations. Describe an example of one of these groups in the United States or from another country. Explain why the population is designated as “vulnerable.” Include the number of individuals belonging to this group and the specific challenges or issues involved. Discuss why these populations are unable to advocate for themselves, the ethical issues that must be considered when working with these groups, […]

Reflect on the role that the electoral process and government plays in one’s daily work and family life. As nurses, health policy can influence both arenas of our lives. 1) What policy issues might drive nurses to lobby Congress and/or get involved in campaign politics? 2)What strategies might nurses use to have their voices heard?  The American Nurse: http://www.theamericannurse.org/2014/10/22/time-for-nurses-to-get-out-the-vote/   all questions must be answered to […]