As a DNP-prepared nurse, it is imperative to explore the connection between research and quality improvement. How might a practice-focused question result in positive changes to the field of practice? How might the use of various methods lend itself to capturing substantive results for improvement? In this Assignment, you will explore both quantitative and qualitative…

After watching the video Tuesdays with Morrie (1999) by Mitch Albom, answer the following questions. Refer to the video located under INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS. Discuss the following prompts related to normal aging and acute and chronic co-morbid physical conditions as they relate to Morrie. • Discuss the modalities of reminiscence and life review and the significance…

National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) Competencies The National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) has determined nine broad areas of core competence that apply to all nurse practitioners, regardless of specialty or patient population focus. NONPF created the first set of Nurse Practitioner Competencies in 1990; the most recent updates were incorporated in…

Assignment 2: Research Question and Aim of Paper: Provide your research question for your paper. The research question will follow the PICO format. See sample assignment: Title: The impact of TV advertisements on elementary school children’s consumption (eating) behaviors. P=School age children with unhealthy consumption (eating) behaviors I-School Nutrition education intervention programs C=Community nutrition programs…

Post a cohesive response to the following: • Consider all that you already knew and what you have learned in this class. What are the key informatics competencies that you feel every nurse should possess? How can those competencies impact improvements in healthcare outcomes in your organization?

As you approach the end of your Master of Science in Nursing program and prepare for a career as a nurse practitioner, you will want to create a cover letter, resume, and portfolio that best represent your knowledge, skills, and abilities as a professional in the field of nursing. For this Assignment, you will create…

To Prepare: • Review resources about running for elected office. • Consider what it might take—including resources, manpower, education, money, etc.—to run for office. • Research nurses who have become elected officials. • Consider why nurses might consider running for office. By Day 3 of Week 10 Post a response detailing the following: • What…

How might the use of qualitative and quantitative methods serve to provide answers for researchers regarding the challenges associated with articles provided this week? What can qualitative data provide that quantitative data cannot, and vice versa? How might a mixed methods approach fill in the gaps to provide a clearer understanding of the problem and…

The goal of this journal entry is to analyze current and emerging evidence of pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic principles that are basic to the mechanism of action of antidiabetic drug classes. Choose four anti-diabetic drug classes providing one medication example each with doses and frequency. Include mechanisms of action, absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion and contraindication details.…

A mixed methods approach allows a researcher to utilize the strengths of a quantitative and qualitative study design to develop a more complex understanding of the issue or problem. You will examine the use of both qualitative and quantitative research methods, explore instances in which mixed methods may be useful in a research study, and…