Discuss what is Evidence Based Practice
PICOT question: Is it possible that the rate of errors due to incompatibility of intravenous medications is reduced by implementing a training program for nurses for 8 weeks, compared to the rate of errors before training?
1. Discuss what is Evidence Based Practice (One paragraph)
2. What have you discovered thus far with your Review of Literature in regards to your PICOT? (Two paragraphs: One paragraph for “a” an “b”; One paragraph for “c” an “d” )
a. Data about errors due to incompatibility of intravenous medications
b. Side effects of IV drug incompatibility
c. Impacts on the patient´s health
d. Cost of health system
The number of words in each paragraph should be similar
Describe the three main social determinants of health in this case
Consider yourself a community health nurse.
Lorrie is 16 years old and 75 pounds overweight. Her father is a school bus driver who was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Her mother works for a sewing company. She is overweight with high LDL levels. She is taking two antihypertensive medications at present time. At a recent health science fair at Lorrie’s school, a student-led screening clinic documented Lorrie’s blood pressure at 140/92 mm Hg. The family immigrated from Honduras 5 years ago and they do not have health insurance.
During health science fair, the following data was recorded: 55% of the students with BMI 25.0 to <30 and 15% of the students with BMI 30.0 or higher.
1. Introduction (One paragraph)
2. Is obesity a major health issue in the United States? (One paragraph)
3. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NCHS, CDC; BRFSS, 2012):(One paragraph)
a. How is obesity defined?
4. What is your role as a community nurse? (Write in the first person) (One paragraph)
5. What risk factors should be explored for Lorrie’s family for cardiovascular disease?(One paragraph)
6. Describe the three main social determinants of health in this case and (One paragraph)
a. Incorporate the concepts of health promotion and risk reduction.
7. Selec and apply an of the behavioral change models to address health promotion and risk reduction in this case and explain it(One paragraph)
a. Explain why you selected these model
8. Public health nurses use statistics to demonstrate the need for obesity program development and community interventions. According to the most recent CDC data:(One paragraph)
a. What data were identified about obesity in children and adults?
9. Explain why is necessary for planning a community nursing intervention (Write in the first person) (One paragraph)
a. How will you do that?
b. Will you work alone or in collaboration/teamwork?
c. Will you look for funding? How?
10. How would you evaluate the community-level intervention(s)? (One paragraph)
11. Will you use social marketing to change health behaviors or beliefs, social or cultural norms, or community standards to improve health or benefit society?
a.Which resources will you use? (One paragraph)
12. Briefly mention 3 research studies that support the community-level intervention in this case (One paragraph)
discuss how you would arrive at a decision about confidentiality or disclosure related to potential ethical dilemmas caused by conflicts between the code of ethics and legal requirements.
When Ethics and Legalities Collide
Each professional code of ethics includes a requirement to define limitations of confidentiality that are not always required by law. Legal mandates in some states can result in dilemmas when they conflict with standards in the code of ethics. For example, standards of confidentiality might conflict with a court order or a duty to protect a third party.
In your initial post, consider a situation such as the disclosure of HIV status or adolescent privacy standards for disclosure to parents without consent. Use the Tarvydas (2012) integrative approach to decision making (described in your textbook) to discuss how you would arrive at a decision about confidentiality or disclosure related to potential ethical dilemmas caused by conflicts between the code of ethics and legal requirements.
How has the social science lens influenced your understanding of this topic?
Harry Potter
So far in this course, we have explored popular culture through the lenses of history, the humanities, and the natural and applied sciences. The social science lens is the last piece of the puzzle. Look back over the topics you chose to discuss in previous discussions; select one and reexamine it now through the social sciences.
Each discussion is meant to be a collaborative space for conversation in which to process the concepts within the course. To ensure an interesting and respectful discussion, you are encouraged to think creatively about your initial posts and build upon the points made by your peers. Discussing challenges that face our world often means investigating opinions and ideas different from your own. Remember to remain thoughtful and respectful towards your peers and instructor in your discussion post and replies. It is also important to review the module resources and read the prompts in their entirety before participating in the discussion.
Create one initial post and follow up with at least two response posts.
For your initial post, address the following:
- Select one topic that you wrote about in a previous discussion that you are interested in examining by using the social science lens. These topics come from your discussions about the history, humanities, and natural and applied sciences lenses.
- Explain how you might analyze or think about that topic from the perspective of the social science lens.
- Briefly describe the topic you have selected.
- How has the social science lens influenced your understanding of this topic?
- How is your topic analysis expanded or strengthened by using more than one lens?
Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.
The Assignment: PowerPoint Presentation
- 1. Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.
- 2. Define and explain nursing informatics and highlight the role of a nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
- 3. Include one slide that visually represents the role of a nurse leader as knowledge worker.
- 4. Your PowerPoint should Include the hypothetical scenario you originally shared in the Discussion Forum. Include your examination of the data that you could use, how the data might be accessed/collected, and what knowledge might be derived from that data. Be sure to incorporate feedback received from your colleagues’ responses.
5. APA format and peer-reviewed articles
course resources.
- McGonigle, D., & Mastrian, K. G. (2022). Nursing informatics and the foundation of knowledge (5th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
- Chapter 1, “Nursing Science and the Foundation of Knowledge” (pp. 7–17)
- Chapter 2, “Introduction to Information, Information Science, and Information Systems” (pp. 21–32)
- Chapter 3, “Computer Science and the Foundation of Knowledge Model” (pp. 35–64)
- Nagle, L., Sermeus, W., & Junger, A. (2017). Evolving Role of the Nursing Informatics Specialist Links to an external site.. In J. Murphy, W. Goosen, & P. Weber (Eds.), Forecasting Competencies for Nurses in the Future of Connected Health (212-221). Clifton, VA: IMIA and IOS Press. Retrieved from https://serval.unil.ch/resource/serval:BIB_4A0FEA56B8CB.P001/REF
- Sweeney, J. (2017). Healthcare informatics Links to an external site.. Online Journal of Nursing Informatics, 21(1).
Grading Rubric
1. Develop a 5- to 6-slide PowerPoint presentation that addresses the following:· Explain the concept of a knowledge worker.· Define and explain nursing informatics. 25 to >22.0 ptsExcellent Ably synthesize the literature and course resources to present a clear and accurate explanation of the 2 concepts….The presentation clearly and accurately explains the concept of a knowledge worker….The presentation clearly and accurately defines and explains nursing informatics.
2. Develop a graphic visual representation of the role of the nurse leader as a knowledge worker. On the slide, include an explanation of the role. 15 to >13.0 ptsExcellent The presentation includes a detailed graphic and explanation of the role of the nurse leader as a knowledge worker.
3. Present the hypothetical scenario you originally shared in the Discussion Forum. Include your examination of the data you could use, how the data might be accessed/collected, and what knowledge might be derived from the data. Be sure to incorporate feedback received from your colleagues’ replies. 35 to >31.0 ptsExcellent The presentation clearly and thoroughly includes the hypothetical scenario originally shared in the Discussion Forum, including a detailed and accurate examination of the data used, how the data might be accessed/collected, and the knowledge that could be derived from the data. …The presentation incorporates peer feedback.
4. 4.PowerPoint presentation:The presentation is professional; images are appropriately attributed; images are clear. The presentation text is readable. Presentation flows well and is presented in a logical order. 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellent The presentation is professional; images are appropriately attributed; images are clear. The presentation text is readable. Presentation flows well and is presented in a logical order.
5. Resources 10 to >8.0 ptsExcellent Presentation includes: 3 or more peer-reviewed articles and 2 or more course resources.
6. Written Expression and Formatting – English writing standards:Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellent Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.
7. Written Expression and Formatting – APA:The reference list and image attribution list follow correct APA format 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellent Uses correct APA format with no errors.
What would be the consequences of putting all juveniles on trial the same as adults, but allowing “young age” to be a mitigating factor in sentencing?
Should We Eliminate the Special System of Juvenile Justice?
Is the juvenile court system a “scaled-down, second-class” criminal court? Or, are there real differences that call for a different way of seeking justice with youthful offenders? What would be the consequences of putting all juveniles on trial the same as adults, but allowing “young age” to be a mitigating factor in sentencing?
Put your arguments and comments about this topic on the discussion board (don’t act juvenile, give us some adult answers).
discuss who the brand is targeting.
STORYTELLING IN MARKETING AND SALES – Assignment
Customer-centric Storytelling
Assignment Description:
Customer-centric brand storytelling has proven to be one of the most successful strategies when creating content. We have seen that great content marketing occurs when brands create narratives that put their customers at the heart of the story.
Answer the followings (minimum 350 words, combine 1 to 4)
1. Find 3 examples (provide screenshot or link) of customer-centric storytelling.
2. For each example, discuss who the brand is targeting.
3. For each example, discuss why the brand chose that particular story.
4. For each example, critique or evaluate the ad, and give at least 1 recommendation to make the message/story better.
Note: Write a minimum of 350 words for above 4 questions, conveying your own thoughts and views.
Suppose you found that it is customary not to lay off employees when work slackens. What would you do?
Case Study 1
Consolidated Computers
James Pruitt was ushered into the president’s office. Three months ago, he had been appointed manager of the first foreign plant of Consolidated Computers, Inc. He appeared to be the ideal person for this assignment, as a proven division manager of many talents. He was an innovator and very much interested in a foreign appointment. Now he was calling on his superior just before catching the plane for Riyadh.
“I wanted to talk to you,” the president began, “about some issues you will be facing when you reach Saudi Arabia. I guess you might call what I want to say a matter or my search for a business philosophy. We have not had to experience here the new issues that you will face, and we simply do not have a set of policies and procedures to cover such matters. Perhaps out of your experience we can move in that direction in case we later establish our operations in other countries.
“I am not concerned about your encountering new principles of management. They are universal, you have developed great skill in applying them to domestic operations, and I have no doubt about your skill in applying them in a foreign environment. You will soon discover, however, that managing is different abroad precisely because the cultural environment is so different.
“I think our best position is to realize that we are going into Saudi Arabia as a guest. We each need the other at this time, but there may come a time when their political forces will require us to give up ownership of our plant. It is up to you to develop the rapport with all interested parties which will most benefit our long-run interests.
“Since all your employees will be, or soon will be, Saudi, it is vital to learn as quickly as possible something about their culture. Perhaps your best move is to perfect your skill in the use of their language and really learn to think and act as a native. I am not sure anyone from the United States can do this. You and I were raised in the folds of Western Civilization, which has very different institutions, behavioral patterns from those you will encounter in the Near East.
For instance, does one adhere to the ethical principles of the Saudi or our own? Do they have the same trust and reliance on people that we do? Will they always react as we here are accustomed? Is social responsibility thought of in the same terms? What intentions and actions on your part can be well received by your suppliers, customers, competitors, and public figures? “You know, I suppose that what is really on my mind is that we don’t really know at what point there may be a conflict in our two cultures, and when that is discovered, what choice you will make.”
Questions:
1. If you were James Pruitt, how would you go about finding what the local business customs in Saudi Arabia are? What other environmental factors would you look for? How would you respond to them?
2. Suppose you found that it is customary not to lay off employees when work slackens. What would you do?
3. Suppose you found that it is normal business practice to give employees a small amount of money when they help your people to get something through a department or clear up some paperwork jams. Would you do the same thing? Why, or why not?
4. In the last paragraph, the president showed many worries about the difference in the two cultures and asked many questions. What would be your response?
What uncertainties does Starbucks face in its value chain?
Case Applications
Stirring Things Up
Summary
Starbucks understands the important role each participant in its value chain plays. Starbucks offers a selection of coffees from around the world. There are many potential challenges in “transforming” the raw material into thubte quality product and experience that customers expect at Starbucks. Weather, shipping and logistics, technology, political instability, could potentially impact what Starbucks is in business to do. Although those are significant operations management challenges, the most challenging issue facing Starbucks today is balancing its vision of the uniquely Starbucks’ coffee experience with the realities of selling a $4 latte.
Starbucks’ products have become an unaffordable luxury for many. As revenues and profits have fallen during the economic downturn, CEO Howard Schultz realized that “the company needed to change almost everything about how it operates.” The recession and growing competition forced Starbucks to become more streamlined.
At one of the first stores to implement the “lean” techniques , (a Japanese methodology designed by Saki-chi Toyoda), the store manager looked for ways for her employees to be more efficient with simple things like keeping items in the same place, moving drink toppings closer to where drinks are handed to customers, and altering the order of assembly. After two months under the new methods, her store experienced a 10 percent increase in transactions.
Discussion Questions
1. Starbucks’ uses a combination of production/operations technology in its retail stores. Would you describe this technology as unit, mass, or process? Explain your choice. How does its production/ operations technology approach affect the way products are produced?
2. What uncertainties does Starbucks face in its value chain? Can Starbucks manage those uncertainties? If so, how? If not, why not?
3. Go the company’s Web site, www.starbucks.com, and find the information on the company’s environmental activities from bean to cup. Select one of the steps in the chain.
Describe what environmental actions it is taking. How might these affect the way Starbucks “produces” its products?
4. Research the concept of lean manufacturing. What does it mean? What benefits does “lean” offer? How might a business-like Starbucks further utilize the concepts of being lean?
Why is conflict between family life and work more common today than it was a century ago?
- Why is conflict between family life and work more common today than it was a century ago? What 2 factors are involved in this change? On balance, do you see these changes as good or not? Why?
- As a sociologists, what 2 practical suggestions would you offer a CEO on how to make the workplace more family friendly in order to retain their best employees, and to help them minimize family and work life conflicts.
- Find, link, (cite and reference) a journal article to your analysis.
- This assignment will enable you to examine the increasing interdependence between the work life and family life, the challenges it presents to companies in retaining employees, and the strain endured by families
