Devise a hypothetical situation in which disgruntled voters utilize the process of initiative and referendum to reverse policies established through agency rule-making

Devise a hypothetical situation in which disgruntled voters utilize the process of initiative and referendum to reverse policies established through agency rule-making

Graded assignments are due no later than Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 11:55 pm of the current week. Students are expected to prepare no more than 1 full page concise written response to each of the questions posed.

1 – Having read the book, if you could change any three aspects of contemporary constitutional law, including judicial decisions and judicial review, what would they be and why?

2 – Do you think posing a tension between constitutional contractarianism and public administrative instrumentalism correctly explains how administrative law fits into contemporary US constitutional government?  Why or why not?

3 – Does the rise of “e-government” portend a degree of greater democratic participation in administrative decision making?  Why or why not?

4 – Devise a hypothetical situation in which disgruntled voters utilize the process of initiative and referendum to reverse policies established through agency rule-making.

5 – Devise a hypothetical situation in which disgruntled voters utilize administrative law to reverse a policy proposed by the following past and current elected officials.  (Examples could include, but are not limited to, Trump’s Border Wall, Sanders Breakup of the Large Banks, Clinton’s Debt-Free Public College or Cruz’s Abolishment of the IRS.)

Illustrate an interdisciplinary approach to improvement of the healthcare outcomes of the vulnerable populations.

Illustrate an interdisciplinary approach to improvement of the healthcare outcomes of the vulnerable populations.

Must address the topic.

·         Rationale must be provided.

·         Illustrate an interdisciplinary approach to improvement of the healthcare outcomes of the vulnerable populations.

·         150-word minimum/250-word maximum without the references.

·         Minimum of two references, in APA format, must have been published within last 3-5 years.

·        Upload by Tuesday at 11:59pm,

 

Discussion Questions Response:

·         Must respond to at least one additional discussion question.

·         Rationales must be provided for the response(s).

·         50-word minimum/100-word maximum without the reference(s).

·         Minimum of one reference (the course textbook can be a reference), APA format.

·         Upload by Thursday at 11:59pm, week #3,

What are the relationships among renal insufficiency, ambulation, and family presence?

Case Study: Frameworks for Nursing Research

A group of nurses working in a hospital observed that some patients with chronic renal insufficiency were less cooperative due to being anxious and unable to think clearly. They also noted that these patients were less likely to ambulate and actively participate in their care, unless there was a family member present. Through reviewing the literature, the nurses identified a lack of knowledge about the effects of renal insufficiency on ambulation. The nurses collaborated with an educator with a doctoral degree and developed a proposal for a descriptive, longitudinal study of ambulation and family presence of patients with chronic insufficiency. The framework of the study was synthesized from physiological principles and a theory of family presence and presented as a model.

The study was designed to answer the following questions:

a. How do renal insufficiency, ambulation, and family presence change over the course of hospitalization?

· b. What are the relationships among renal insufficiency, ambulation, and family presence?

Question 1

In your own words, describe the physiological theory that supports the relationship between renal insufficiency and ambulation.

Question 2

The second research question elicits information about relationships, what type of statistical analysis will be done if the data meets the assumptions for a parametric test?

U.S. Health Care System discussion

U.S. Health Care System discussion

Choose a topic of your choice on any aspect of the U.S. Health Care System.

Choose a topic of your choice on any aspect of the U.S. Health Care System.
1.​Avoid using first person; this is not the place for personal recommendations or viewpoints. The recommendations should be based in research. https://academichelpersblog.com/2021/05/18/u-s-health-care-system/

2​Proofread your papers for typographical errors and grammar.  Poor grammar reduces the readability of your paper and will have a negative impact on your grade.

3​References Cited (minimum of 3 references)-Our class textbook shall not be used as a reference

4.​Use the American Psychological Association (APA) style
5.​DO NOT use Wikipedia and other non-quality sources.

6.​Focus on peer-reviewed research articles or books ONLY
7.          Double space –font size #12 Times New Roman
8.          3 to 5 pages long excluding APA style reference page

9.        Students will lose points for late submission -Must be  submitted through the drop box
10.    Students will also lose points for not adhering to these instructions
11. Students who do not submit a minimum of 3 full pages plus APA reference page will receive a ZERO grade NO EXCEPTIONS!!

demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease

It is necessary for an RN-BSN-prepared nurse to demonstrate an enhanced understanding of the pathophysiological processes of disease, the clinical manifestations and treatment protocols, and how they affect clients across the life span.

Evaluate the Health History and Medical Information for Mr. C., presented below.

Based on this information, formulate a conclusion based on your evaluation, and complete the Critical Thinking Essay assignment, as instructed below.

Health History and Medical Information

Health History

Mr. C., a 32-year-old single male, is seeking the information at the outpatient center regarding possible bariatric surgery for his obesity. He currently works at a catalog telephone center. He reports that he has always been heavy, even as a small child, gaining approximately 100 pounds in the last 2-3 years. Previous medical evaluations have not indicated any metabolic diseases, but he says he has sleep apnea and high blood pressure, which he tries to control by restricting dietary sodium. Mr. C. reports increasing shortness of breath with activity, swollen ankles, and pruritus over the last 6 months.

Objective Data:

  1. Height: 68 inches; weight 134.5 kg
  2. BP: 172/98, HR 88, RR 26
  3. 3+ pitting edema bilateral feet and ankles
  4. Fasting blood glucose: 146 mg/dL
  5. Total cholesterol: 250 mg/dL
  6. Triglycerides: 312 mg/dL
  7. HDL: 30 mg/dL
  8. Serum creatinine 1.8 mg/dL
  9. BUN 32 mg/dl

Critical Thinking Essay 

In 750-1,000 words, critically evaluate Mr. C.’s potential diagnosis and intervention(s). Include the following:

  1. Describe the clinical manifestations present in Mr. C.
  2. Describe the potential health risks for obesity that are of concern for Mr. C. Discuss whether bariatric surgery is an appropriate intervention.
  3. Assess each of Mr. C.’s functional health patterns using the information given. Discuss at least five actual or potential problems that can you identify from the functional health patterns and provide the rationale for each. (Functional health patterns include health-perception, health-management, nutritional, metabolic, elimination, activity-exercise, sleep-rest, cognitive-perceptual, self-perception/self-concept, role-relationship, sexuality/reproductive, coping-stress tolerance.)
  4. Explain the staging of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) and contributing factors to consider.
  5. Consider ESRD prevention and health promotion opportunities. Describe what type of patient education should be provided to Mr. C. for the prevention of future events, health restoration, and avoidance of deterioration of renal status.
  6. Explain the type of resources available for ESRD patients for nonacute care and the type of multidisciplinary approach that would be beneficial for these patients. Consider aspects such as devices, transportation, living conditions, return-to-employment issues.

You are required to cite a minimum of two sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and relevant to nursing practice.

explain the relationship characteristics and dynamics between individuals.

explain the relationship characteristics and dynamics between individuals.

As societal-norms evolve, a variety of popular entertainment media (books, movies, TV shows, etc.) feature stories of characters who are a part of traditional and non-traditional family or relationship structures. Examples include but are not limited to: traditional families, cohabitation, single-parent households, blended families, same-sex couples, and grandparents as the primary care-givers for their grandchildren.

In a 3-page paper, written in APA format using proper spelling/grammar, address the following:

  1. Describe a book, movie, or TV show that you are familiar with which features characters in families or personal relationships.
  2. Select at least two families/relationships from your chosen story and explain the relationship characteristics and dynamics between individuals.
  3. Apply terminology presented within the module when analyzing the relationships. Be sure to include APA citations for any resources you used as references.

Nursing salaries have not necessarily increased with the nursing shortage or demand for nurses.

Nursing salaries have not necessarily increased with the nursing shortage or demand for nurses. What are some reasons for this?

Ming is a new nurse graduate who works in the clinic of a large urban teaching hospital. Lucy is Ming’s nurse manager at the clinic. One afternoon, Lucy approaches Ming and asks, “Ming, do you have any interest in representing the clinic on the hospital’s clinical board? I think it would be a great opportunity for you to use your leadership skills and learn more about the politics of the nursing profession.” Ming accepts the appointment and agrees to be present for every monthly meeting. Ming also promises to represent the clinic’s nurses in a professional and ethical manner.

Please Answer the following questions in APA paper format. Minimum 2 pages.

a.     What are the benefits of having Ming serve on the clinical board?

b.     Nursing salaries have not necessarily increased with the nursing shortage or demand for nurses. What are some reasons for this?

c.      What effect does cost-cutting have on the quality of care?

Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association

Discussion post 1: When I first started with this course, I thought, not another writing course!  But I think this one has been the best one I have taken.  I thought the new version of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, (APA), was much easier to follow and read, since the 4th Edition.  I often thought why do I have to know how to write a professional paper?  As nurses all we do is chart, and in order to chart, our charting should be professional and well written.  I remember several years ago, when I was attending legal in-services and training, the one thing they stressed is how our charting looks.  If you don’t write you charting as a professional, it could have a whole new meaning in court!  To this day, I always re-read what I charted, to make sure there are no grammar errors, and what I said sounds professional.

I believe the largest area I learned the most from this course was the mechanics of style chapter and the writing and grammar style of the APA book.  Style refers to the guidelines for ensuring  clear, consistent communication and presentation in written works. (APA, 7th ed. 2020). Correct punctuation is so important, because if place a comma at the wrong space in a sentence it can change the whole meaning of your sentence.  I like the way the chapter was broken down and gave examples of uses of a colon versus semicolon, between and emdash and an endash as well as the use of quotations and parentheses. Correct spelling and knowing the difference meaning between the different words that sound alike, but are spelled differently.  Putting the wrong spelling of one of these words will change the entire meaning of the sentence.

The writing and grammar section of this book showed me how to cut back on my wordiness and redundancy of my sentences.  I am finding ways in my charting to make it shorter, while saying the same thing.  While reading this chapter I found several ways to enhance how I say things and how I write things.   I always tell the story while I am charting, but often it is so wordy, I ‘m sure who ever reads it falls asleep.  The synthesis paper grade will tell me if I really learned what I just preached!  I am feeling like I did learn something after taking this class.

 Enhance professional nursing practice through the use of research and evidence-based practice.

Enhance professional nursing practice through the use of      research and evidence-based practice.

Please use the grading rubric to create an outline of your assignment. Each section of the rubric should be a section of your final paper and could become the headings. Your assignment will be graded based on each element of the rubric. Compare each section of your paper with the rubric to ensure all elements are covered. Then, include an introduction and conclusion to tie the paper together.

complete a poster presentation of your capstone project. Complete this presentation as if you are presenting to nurses in your workplace, community and/or a national conference.

Create a poster presentation using PowerPoint:

  • the topic of the capstone      project. Enhance professional nursing practice through the use of      research and evidence-based practice.
  • a review of the literature to      support the validity of the project.
  • the location and key players.
  • three (four) measurable      outcomes to achieve the project.
  • the benefits of the project to      you, your workplace and nursing as a profession.
  • necessary resources and budget.
  • timeline and who is involved.
  • specific strategies to      accomplish each outcome.
  • evaluation of the success of   the project

Differences in Research Methodologies

Another reflection, everyone…this one will help you to discover (or re-discover?) your own approach to advanced inquiry…Here is your prompt:

  • Recall in the Module 3 section titled, Differences in Research Methodologies, I described having all 3 research methodologies in my portfolio: Quantitative, Qualitative, and Mixed Methods. While you are not researchers (yet!), and therefore you may not have consciously considered this, we all have a philosophical perspective that guides our thoughts, beliefs, and values as we walk through this life. This means that how we view ‘reality’ or the world ‘out there’ will strongly influence the methods we choose to investigate it.  

Reflecting on how you view the world will provide perspective on why you view the world as you do and yourself in it. Such introspection provides a model for social inquiry and, by extension, advanced nursing inquiry. Considering that it is not unusual for a researcher (or a non-researcher for that matter) to occupy a range of positions along the spectrum from Positivist to Pragmatist to Constructivist, where would you place yourself on that continuum? How do you know? What real-world examples lead you to this conclusion? As a result of critically reflecting on your beliefs and values, which is intended to lead us to a better understanding of self, which research methodology would you be drawn to as a nurse researcher and why? Why is this process of self-discovery an important leg of your journey of learning in this course?

As you are engaging in this process of reflection, please do not restate the questions in your response post but rather weave your answers into a scholarly narrative. Also as FYI, references are never required when you are self-reflecting… 😉 Dr. R.