Discuss how the discipline of nursing and nursing theory influences nursing practice.

Rubric:
-Short paper addresses the topic and is explained in clear language. Thesis is clearly stated, logically constructed.
-Content is immediately captivating and interesting and demonstrates a solid argument in support of the thesis.
-Nursing literature is used to support the content and details.
-Paper integrates the assigned module material to demonstrate comprehension of the topic.

Paper needs outline
-outline demonstrates a concise and organized structure of the assigned topic
-paper has clearly organized introduction, body, and conclusion
-ideas are connected and paragraphs are developed with details
-easy to read and flows naturally in organized pattern.

The IOM report has been published since 2010 and detailed 4 Key Messages and 8 Recommendations.  Now 10 years later what has been accomplished?  For each of the 4 key messages, address the following

Section I: What has been accomplished?  What still needs to be done? What recommendations can to make in order to accomplish the goal?

Section II: How has nursing practice for each key message changed because of this report?

Section III: Choose 1 message that you feel is essential to the future of professional nursing. Explain your rationale for why its essential. Identify (specifically) ways to get nurses involved to make these changes occur.

Length of each section:
Minimum: 1.5 pages
Maximum: 2 pages

Remember, you must cite the references (articles) in your paper.

A minimum of 3 references other than textbooks are required.

Cardiovascular and respiratory disorders can quickly become dangerous healthcare matters, and they routinely land among the leading causes of hospital admissions. Disorders in these areas are complicated by the fact that these two systems work so closely as contributors to overall health. APRNs working to form a similarly close partnership with patients must demonstrate not only support and compassion, but expertise to guide the understanding of diagnoses and treatment plans. This includes an understanding of patient medical backgrounds, relevant characteristics, and other variables that can be factors in their diagnoses and treatments.

This week, you examine alterations in the cardiovascular and respiratory systems and the resultant disease processes. You also consider patient characteristics, including racial and ethnic variables, and the impact they have on altered physiology.
In your Case Study Analysis related to the scenario provided, explain the following:

The cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary pathophysiologic processes that result in the patient presenting these symptoms.
Any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.
How these processes interact to affect the patient.

SCENARIO:
11-year-old boy complains of wheezing and difficulty getting enough air. Notices it more when he is playing baseball and symptoms improve when exercise activity stops. He says that the symptoms are getting worse and the symptoms are even occurring at rest. Mother says the child is allergic to cat dander and his next-door neighbor in their apartment building recently began sheltering cats for the local humane society. Auscultation demonstrates wheezes on forced expiration throughout all lung fields.

RUBRIC:
Develop a  2-page case study analysis, examing the patient symptoms presented in the case study. Be sure to address the following:

Explain both the cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary pathophysiologic processes of why the patient presents these symptoms.
Explain how the cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary pathophysiologic processes interact to affect the patient.
Explain any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.
Written Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization:
Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focusedneither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction are provided that delineate all required criteria.
Written Expression and Formatting – English Writing Standards:
Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation
Written Expression and Formatting – The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, running heads, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list.

A walk through the Business section of any bookstore or a quick Internet search on the topic will reveal a seemingly endless supply of writings on leadership. Formal research literature is also teeming with volumes on the subject.

However, your own observation and experiences may suggest these theories are not always so easily found in practice. Not that the potential isnt there; current evidence suggests that leadership factors such as emotional intelligence and transformational leadership behaviors, for example, can be highly effective for leading nurses and organizations.

Yet, how well are these theories put to practice? In this Discussion, you will examine formal leadership theories. You will compare these theories to behaviors you have observed firsthand and discuss their effectiveness in impacting your organization.

To Prepare:

Review the Resources and examine the leadership theories and behaviors introduced.
Identify two to three scholarly resources, in addition to this Modules readings, that evaluate the impact of leadership behaviors in creating healthy work environments.
Reflect on the leadership behaviors presented in the three resources that you selected for review.