According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness and even cause death (Influenza, 2018).

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Topic 1 Influenza

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Natural History of Influenzas

The influenza virus was once called the Spanish Flu. This was because at the end of May 1918, the King of Spain, King Alfonso XIII, was the first to openly admit that a new disease had emerged in their country (Mamelund, 2017). But the disease did not originate in Spain. Other countries during that period throughout Europe including the United States were experiencing the so called “Spanish” Flu. Since World War I, much has changed in terms of understanding the flu and the origination of infectious disease. It is now known that the Flu is caused by a virus. Statistical studies since 2000 have found that higher mortality rates occur among the poor in comparison to the more affluent (Mamelund, 2017). People who are more susceptible to influenza are those who have poor nutrition, live in overcrowded areas, have secondary infections like pneumonia and other diseases (Mamelund, 2017).

Presenting Symptoms of Influenza

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Influenza is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It can cause mild to severe illness and even cause death (Influenza, 2018).

  • Fever or feeling feverish/chills
  • Cough
  • Sore throat
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Muscle or body aches
  • Headaches
  • Fatigue
  • Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea (More common in children than adults)

Outbreak characteristics

According to the CDC, people who have the flu are most contagious in the first 3 to 4 days after infection. People who are healthy can start infecting others, 1 day before symptoms develop and up to 5 to 7 days after getting sick (Influenza, 2018). In addition, some people can have the virus, have no symptoms and spread it to others.

The World Health Organization’s Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System was established in 1952 (Influenza, 2018). The purpose is to reduce the spread of infection by vaccines.  Based on the surveillance system, Influenza activity in the United States remains low throughout the summer months and early October. Outpatient illness surveillance: The proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness remained low and was 1.4% which is below the national baseline of 2.2%

 

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consider case studies that describe abnormal findings in patients seen in a clinical setting.

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Discussion: Assessing Muscoskeletal Pain

The body is constantly sending signals about its health. One of the most easily recognized signals is pain. Musculoskeletal conditions comprise one of the leading causes of severe long-term pain in patients. The musculoskeletal system is an elaborate system of interconnected levers that provide the body with support and mobility. Because of the interconnectedness of the musculoskeletal system, identifying the causes of pain can be challenging. Accurately interpreting the cause of musculoskeletal pain requires an assessment process informed by patient history and physical exams.In this Discussion, you will consider case studies that describe abnormal findings in patients seen in a clinical setting.

Note: By Day 1 of this week, your Instructor will have assigned you to one of the following specific case studies for this Discussion. Also, your Discussion post should be in the Episodic/Focused SOAP Note format, rather than the traditional narrative style Discussion posting format. Refer to Chapter 2 of the Sullivan text and the Episodic/Focused SOAP Template in the Week 5 Learning Resources for guidance. Remember that all Episodic/Focused SOAP notes have specific data included in every patient case.

Case 1: Back Pain

A 42-year-old male reports pain in his lower back for the past month. The pain sometimes radiates to his left leg. In determining the cause of the back pain, based on your knowledge of anatomy, what nerve roots might be involved? How would you test for each of them? What other symptoms need to be explored? What are your differential diagnoses for acute low back pain? Consider the possible origins using the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) guidelines as a framework. What physical examination will you perform? What special maneuvers will you perform?

 

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Why is advancing your degree and knowledge important for nursing as a profession? Explain and give several reasons. How would you respond to a nurse that states: “I only want to live and work in a state that does not require continue education credits and I never want to advance my degree?” Explain in detail what you would say and why.

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Start by reading and following these instructions:

1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the assignment rubric to help you focus.

2. Read the required chapter(s) of the textbook and any additional recommended resources. Some answers may require you to do additional research on the Internet or in other reference sources. Choose your sources carefully.

3. Consider the discussions and any insights gained from it.

4. Create your Assignment submission and be sure to cite your sources, use APA style as required, check your spelling.

Assignment: Both parts below into one APA paper

Part 1: Continuing Education (Part 1 should be at least 750 words and include 2 outside references plus the textbook.)

Continuing education units are required for renewal of license (in some states) and for recertification. Continuing education opens doors to job opportunities. Answer the questions:

  • Why is advancing your degree and knowledge important for nursing as a profession? Explain and give several reasons.
  • How would you respond to a nurse that states: “I only want to live and work in a state that does not require continue education credits and I never want to advance my degree?” Explain in detail what you would say and why.

Part 2: Future of Nursing (Part 2 should be at least 1000 words and include 2 outside references and the textbook.)

Review the author’s vision in the textbook (Chapter 25), of the future of nursing and complete your own research to include the Institute of Medicine’s (IOM) report.

  • Do you agree with the authors or do you have a different vision of nursing? Explain and provide examples as to why you do agree or do not agree.

Part two:

Reflection Artifact
Please consider how you have met the course objectives over the last eight weeks. Then write a minimum of 1000 words describing how this course has helped you achieve these outcomes.

(Topics that were discussed during this class, can be chosen to use a topic to discuss during this section)

-Nursing as a profession

-Legal and ethical issues

-Teamwork, Informatics, Changes

-Holistic, cultural and spritual nursing

-Advanced nursing roles, continuing information

 

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Compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the impact on competency, and use the comparison to support group opinion of mandatory continuing nursing education.

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PROS and CONS (ONE SLIDES FOR EACH ) AND REFERENCES NEDEED of  IMPACT ON COMPETENCY.

This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment.

In your CLC group, create a PowerPoint presentation of 10-15 slides in which you compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the following:

  1. Impact on competency (THIS IS MY PART)– PROS AND CONS

Take a position with your CLC group: Should continuing nursing education be mandatory for all nurses? Support your position with rationale.

A minimum of three scholarly sources are required for this assignment.

While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected and in-text citations and references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

RUBRIC:

Compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the impact on competency, and use the comparison to support group opinion of mandatory continuing nursing education.

Thoughtfully compares most of the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the impact on competency, and supports comparisons with logical reasoning and research. Clearly and persuasively presents group’s position on continuing nursing education, and draws support from specific examples from the pro/con comparison.

Compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the impact on knowledge and attitudes, and use the comparison to support group opinion of mandatory continuing nursing education.

Thoughtfully compares most of the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the impact on knowledge and attitudes, and supports comparisons with logical reasoning and research. Clearly and persuasively presents group’s position on continuing nursing education, and draws support from specific examples from the pro/con comparison.

Compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education, as it relates to professional certification, and use the comparison to support group opinion of mandatory continuing nursing education.

Thoughtfully compares most of the pros and cons of continuing nursing as it relates to professional certification, and supports comparisons with logical reasoning and research. Clearly and persuasively presents group’s position on continuing nursing education, and draws support from specific examples from the pro/con comparison

Compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and use the comparison to support group opinion of mandatory continuing nursing education.

Thoughtfully compares most of the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice, and supports comparisons with logical reasoning and research. Clearly and persuasively presents group’s position on continuing nursing education, and draws support from specific examples from the pro/con comparison.

Compare the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the ANA Code of Ethics, and use the comparison to support group opinion of mandatory continuing nursing education.

Thoughtfully compares most of the pros and cons of continuing nursing education related to the ANA Code of Ethics, and supports comparisons with logical reasoning and research. Clearly and persuasively presents group’s position on continuing nursing education, and draws support from specific examples from the pro/con comparison.

Layout

The layout is visually pleasing and contributes to the overall message with appropriate use of headings, subheadings, and white space. Text is appropriate in length for the target audience and to the point. The background and colors enhance the readability of the text.

Language Use and Audience Awareness (includes sentence construction, word choice, etc.

The writer uses a variety of sentence constructions, figures of speech, and word choice in distinctive and creative ways that are appropriate to purpose, discipline, and scope.

Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

Writer is clearly in control of standard, written academic English.

Evaluating and Documenting Sources(in-text citations for paraphrasing and direct quotes, references page listing and formatting, as appropriate to assignment and style)

Title slide is complete. References section includes correctly cited sources. Correct citations are included within the body of the presentation.

 

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What steps might be utilized to move a practice issue from development and design through implementation to the realization of positive outcomes? How does theory provide a framework? What barriers might you encounter?

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Preparing for Change

What steps might be utilized to move a practice issue from development and design through implementation to the realization of positive outcomes? How does theory provide a framework? What barriers might you encounter?

To prepare:

  • Review the theories and frameworks (i.e.,      change, organizational, behavioral) presented in Chapter 3 of the course      text, Translation of Evidence into Nursing and Health Care      Practice, and conduct additional research of your own. What insights do      these theories provide regarding how to take your practice issue from      development and design through implementation to the realization of      positive outcomes?
  • Think about your practicum setting and evaluate      the readiness for change in this environment. Identify barriers and      facilitators for change.
  • Consider strategies to address the barriers and      assess why they might be effective based on theory.

By tomorrow Wednesday 10/17/18 at 12 pm, write a minimum of 550 words essays in APA format with at least 3 references (see attached files) from the list of REQUIRED READINGS below. Include the headers as numbered below:

Post a cohesive scholarly response that addresses the following:

1) Assess the readiness for change in your hospital environment. Discuss those factors: (a) barriers and (b) facilitators that need to be considered (see attached chapter 15 in the file area)

2) Identify a theory or framework that will guide your change efforts. (see attached chapter 3 in the file area)

3) Discuss strategies to address barriers and provide one or more insights regarding why you think they might be effective based on theory.

Required Readings

White, K. M., Dudley-Brown, S., & Terharr, M. F. (2016). Translation of evidence into nursing and health care practice (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer.

  • Review      Chapter 3, “Change Theory and Models: Framework for Translation” (see attached file)
  • Chapter      14, “Creating a Culture That Promotes Translation”
  • Chapter      15, “Best Practices in Translation: Challenges and Barriers in      Translation” (see attached file)

Darling, F. (2016). Practitioners’ views and barriers to implementation of the Keeping Birth Normal tool: A pilot study. British Journal of Midwifery, 24(7), 508-519. (see attached file)

Sadeghi-Bazargani, H., Tabrizi, J.S., & Azami-Aghdash, S. (2014). Barriers to evidence-based medicine: a systematic review. Journal of Evaluation in Clinical Practice, 20, 793-802. (see attached file)

Smith, E.L., Rice, K.L., & Agrell-Kann, M. (2015). Improving quality outcomes using a champion model for ancillary nursing staff, Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing, 46(12), 539-541. (see attached file)

PIICOT Question

In patients in extended intensive care within an urban acute care facility in Eastern United States, how does early mobilization as recommended by National Institute of Health and Care Excellence clinical guidelines on rehabilitation of patients after critical illness impact early transfers from intensive care as measured 6 months post-implementation when compared to the current standard of care including minimal mobilization of patients?

P: Adult patients

I: in extended intensive care within an urban acute care facility

I: increased mobilization of the patients

C: minimal mobilization of the patients

O: early transfers of the patients from intensive care

T: 6 months

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For this assessment, you will analyze a current health care problem or issue.  This assessment provides an opportunity to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to a current health care problem or issue. 

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Write a 4-6 page analysis of a current problem or issue in health care, including a proposed solution and possible ethical implications.

For this assessment, you will analyze a current health care problem or issue.  This assessment provides an opportunity to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to a current health care problem or issue.

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

Competency 1: Apply information literacy and library research skills to obtain scholarly information in the field of health care.

  • Use scholarly information to describe and explain a health care problem or issue and identify possible causes for it.

Competency 2: Apply scholarly information through critical thinking to solve problems in the field of health care.

  • Analyze a health care problem or issue by describing the context, explaining why it is important, and identifying populations affected by it.
  • Discuss potential solutions for a health care problem or issue and describe what would be required to implement a solution.

Competency 3: Apply ethical principles and academic standards to the study of health care.

  • Analyze the ethical implications if a potential solution to a health care problem or issue was implemented.

Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and respectful of the diversity, dignity, and integrity of others, and that is consistent with expectations for health care professionals.

  • Write clearly and logically, with correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
  • Write following APA style for in-text citations, quotes, and references.

Note: The requirements outlined below correspond to the grading criteria in the scoring guide. At a minimum, be sure to address each point. In addition, you are encouraged to review the performance level descriptions for each criterion to see how your work will be assessed.

  1. Describe the health care problem or issue you selected for use in Assessment 2 and provide details about it.
  2. Identify possible causes for the problem or issue.
  3. Use scholarly information to explain the health care problem or issue.
    • Identify at least three scholarly or academic peer-reviewed journal articles about the topic.
      • You may use articles you found while working on Assessment 2 or you may search the Capella Library for other articles.
      • You may find the applicable Undergraduate Library Research Guide helpful in your search.
    • Assess the credibility of the information sources.
    • Assess the relevance of the information sources.
  4. Analyze the problem or issue.
    • Describe the setting or context for the problems or issues.
    • Describe why the problem or issue is important to you.
    • Identify groups of people affected by the problem or issue.
  5. Discuss potential solutions for the problem or issue.
    • Compare your opinion with other opinions you find in sources from the Capella Library.
    • Provide the pros and cons for one of the solutions you are proposing.
  6. Analyze the ethical implications if the potential solution (the one for which you provide pros and cons) were to be implemented.
    • Discuss the pros and cons of implementing the proposed solution from an ethical principle point of view.
    • Provide examples from the literature to support the points you are making.
  7. Describe what would be necessary to implement the proposed solution..

Additional Requirements

  1. Length: At least 4–6 typed, double-spaced pages, not including the title page and reference page.
  2. Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
  3. APA Template: Use the APA Style Paper Template as the paper format and the APA Style Paper Tutorial for guidance. See the Resources for these documents.
  4. Written communication: Write clearly and logically, with correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
  5. Using outside sources: Integrate information from outside sources into academic writing by appropriately quoting, paraphrasing, and summarizing, following APA style.
  6. References: Integrate information from outside sources to include at least three scholarly or academic peer-reviewed journal articles and three in-text citations within the paper.
  7. APA format: Follow current APA guidelines for in-text citations of outside sources in the body of your paper and also on the reference page.
  8. Turnitin: Submit your assessment to Turnitin prior to grading. Then, only submit your final assessment to faculty for grading.

Organize your paper using the following structure and headings:

  • Title page. A separate page.
  • Introduction. A brief one-paragraph statement about the purpose of the paper.
  • Elements of the problem/issue. Identify the elements of the problem or issue, or question.
  • Analysis. Analyze, define, and frame the problem or issue.
  • Considering options. Consider solutions, responses, or answers.
  • Solution. Choose a solution, response, or answer.
  • Implementation. Implementation of the potential solution.
  • Conclusion. One paragraph.
 

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Islam in the Modern World book (IMW). 2. Islam in Transition book (IT).

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The homework has two parts. You should only use the books that I mentioned for each part and each step.

They are two books :

1. Islam in the Modern World book (IMW).

2. Islam in Transition book (IT).

There is a link for each book.

FIRST PART:

Step 1: Islam in the Modern World book (IMW).

Read the questions in the Word file (will be attached down) for this step and use the book that I post it here ONLY.

Here is the book: http://www.dte.ir/Portal/file/?342670/Islam-in-the-Modern-World.pdf

Step 2: Islam in Transition book (IT)

Read the questions in the Word file (will be attached down) for this step and use the book that I post it here ONLY.

Here is the book: https://cscsebook.files.wordpress.com/2016/06/islam-in-transition-muslim-perspectives.pdf

SECOND PART: Islam in Transition book (IT)

Read the questions in the Word file (will be attached down) for this part and use the book that I post it here ONLY.

Here is the book: https://cscsebook.files.wordpress.com/2016/06/islam-in-transition-muslim-perspectives.pdf
The details about the reading chapter and pages, also the questions will be in the Word file

Please answers on the Word file.

Note: providing quotes from the documents as evidence is essential, but, please, do not forget to add your own words and analysis, and the page numbers. Explain each reference that you make, particularly why it is relevant to the question you are answering. This is especially important in your Islam in Transition step. For the notes you take from your textbook, Islam in the Modern World. However, for both exercises, I require that you use complete sentences, not fragments.

In general:

  • Do not use “it seems,” “I believe”
  • Do not use contractions of any kind
  • Do not use the passive voice.  Instead of writing “Islam was understood by Muslims,” please write “Muslims understood Islam…”
  • Do not use fragments (your sentences should be complete: subject, verb, complement)
  • Avoid run-on-sentences.  In other words, your sentences should not be too long! Do not repeat “and…and…and…and” or “which…, which…, which…” in the same sentence.
  • No “I,” “you,” “we,” “us.”
  • Do not use progressive present or past.  Instead of writing “he was defending,” please write “he defended.”
  • Do not use the semicolon (;). You do not know how to use it.
 

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Islam in the Modern World book (IMW). 2. Islam in Transition book (IT).

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The homework has two parts. You should only use the books that I mentioned for each part and each step.

They are two books :

1. Islam in the Modern World book (IMW).

2. Islam in Transition book (IT).

There is a link for each book.

FIRST PART:

Step 1: Islam in the Modern World book (IMW).

Read the questions in the Word file (will be attached down) for this step and use the book that I post it here ONLY.

Here is the book: http://www.dte.ir/Portal/file/?342670/Islam-in-the-Modern-World.pdf

Step 2: Islam in Transition book (IT)

Read the questions in the Word file (will be attached down) for this step and use the book that I post it here ONLY.

Here is the book: https://cscsebook.files.wordpress.com/2016/06/islam-in-transition-muslim-perspectives.pdf

SECOND PART: Islam in Transition book (IT)

Read the questions in the Word file (will be attached down) for this part and use the book that I post it here ONLY.

Here is the book: https://cscsebook.files.wordpress.com/2016/06/islam-in-transition-muslim-perspectives.pdf
The details about the reading chapter and pages, also the questions will be in the Word file

Please answers on the Word file.

Note: providing quotes from the documents as evidence is essential, but, please, do not forget to add your own words and analysis, and the page numbers. Explain each reference that you make, particularly why it is relevant to the question you are answering. This is especially important in your Islam in Transition step. For the notes you take from your textbook, Islam in the Modern World. However, for both exercises, I require that you use complete sentences, not fragments.

In general:

  • Do not use “it seems,” “I believe”
  • Do not use contractions of any kind
  • Do not use the passive voice.  Instead of writing “Islam was understood by Muslims,” please write “Muslims understood Islam…”
  • Do not use fragments (your sentences should be complete: subject, verb, complement)
  • Avoid run-on-sentences.  In other words, your sentences should not be too long! Do not repeat “and…and…and…and” or “which…, which…, which…” in the same sentence.
  • No “I,” “you,” “we,” “us.”
  • Do not use progressive present or past.  Instead of writing “he was defending,” please write “he defended.”
  • Do not use the semicolon (;). You do not know how to use it.
 

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It is true that society and arts in the West are more secular than they were in the past. But to what extent does religion continue to influence popular arts? Choose a popular song or film and comment on elements of it that might be influenced by religion. Include an active link to a song and written lyrics, or to the trailer for a film.

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1. Answer three (3) of these Discussion Questions (2 from the A set, and 1 from the B). Please give enough examples and information to support why you have the opinion you do.

Length: ~ 75-100 word each answer; 250 – 300 words, total.

Set A. Choose two (2) of these prompts to answer and discuss.

  1. It is true that society and arts in the West are more secular than they were in the past. But to what extent does religion continue to influence popular arts? Choose a popular song or film and comment on elements of it that might be influenced by religion. Include an active link to a song and written lyrics, or to the trailer for a film.
  2. The Hebrew and Christian Bibles and the Islamic Qur’an all present the commandments of God. They are strikingly similar.  Presumably all three religions pray to the same God.  Briefly explain some of the disputes they have with each other.
  3. At the beginning of Whitman’s book of poems, Leaves of Grass, is the line, “For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you.” While this would at first appear not have anything to do with religion, the text points out that in fact Whitman was strongly influenced by a certain religion.  What was it?  Explain the influence.
  4. Would the discovery of life on other planets strengthen or diminish the role of religion in modern society? Explain.

Set B. Then, choose one (1) of these to answer and discuss:

5. In your opinion, are humans naturally inclined to greed, rebellion, and evil? What forces, both inner and outer, cause humans to do evil? What forces cause them to do good? You should also consider the fact that we need to discipline children and need governments to keep people in line.

6. Some philosophers claim that humans are naturally good, and that they are only corrupted by a depraved society. One might wonder, then, since society is made up of humans, where does this depravity come from?

 

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