Select one person or event in 21st century nursing that had the greatest impact on evidence in professional nursing practice. Explain your choice and the impact on healthcare.

Week 7 Discussion: Impact in the 21st Century (Graded)
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Purpose:
The purpose of this discussion is for learners to consider one 21st century person or event significantly impacted nursing and healthcare.
Course Outcomes:
This discussion enables the student to meet the following course outcome:
CO3: Identify persons and events in nursing history impacting evidence-based practice from the 20th century and 21st century. (PO8)
Due Date
During the assigned week (Sunday the start of the assigned week through Sunday the end of the assigned week):
Posts in the discussion at least two times, and
Posts in the discussion on two different days
Points Possible
50 points
Directions
Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students and their peers. In discussions students:
Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
Integrate outside scholarly sources when required
Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
Best Practices include:
Participation early in the week is encouraged to stimulate meaningful discussion among classmates and instructor.
Enter the discussion often during the week to read and learn from posts.
Select different classmates for your reply each week.

Discussion
Select one person or event in 21st century nursing that had the greatest impact on evidence in professional nursing practice. Explain your choice and the impact on healthcare.