Assignments

Genetic Alterations and Cancer Genetic Alterations and Cancer Write a paper (1,000-1,500 words) describing the approach to care of cancer. In addition, include the following in your paper: Describe the diagnosis and staging of cancer. Describe at least three complications of cancer, the side effects of treatment, and methods to lessen physical and psychological effects….

Theorist Identification and Rationale Theorist Identification and Rationale The purpose of this assignment is to have a clear understanding of the elements of a theory and to apply a theory to practice. The CLC group must use a grand theory or a high-level mid-range theory. The group will create a report for a practice committee…

How CBT in families compares to CBT in individual settings How CBT in families compares to CBT in individual settings Post an explanation of how the use of CBT in families compares to CBT in individual settings. Provide specific examples from your own practicum experiences. Then, explain challenges counselors might encounter when using CBT in…

How does your voice fit in the scholarly conversation How does your voice fit in the scholarly conversation Assignment: Adding Your Evaluation How does your voice fit in the scholarly conversation? How can you revise and align your opinions to participate with the intellectual discussion of your fellow scholar-practitioners? For this Assignment, you will review…

The American Cancer Society (ACS) The American Cancer Society (ACS) The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. Together with its supporters, ACS is committed to helping people stay well and get well by finding cures and by fighting back. Critical Thinking…

Importance of Training in Patient Evacuation Importance of Training in Patient Evacuation In an emergency evacuation of patients, training plays an important role. Here is an incidence of emergency evacuation of Phillips County Regional Medical Center discussed by Vogt and Sorenson (1999): Shortly after 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 8, 1997, clouds of foul-smelling smoke…

How do economics affect global health? How do economics affect global health? Examining global health issues from a socio-ecological perspective may reveal certain aspects of socio-economics in contributing to differences observed in health between countries. The differences in observed health may further reveal dimensions of poverty and hunger that may also exert effects to overall…

Net Revenue and Budgeting Application Assignment Net Revenue and Budgeting Application Assignment No one can predict the future, but accountants and financial managers must try and do exactly that!  By examining net revenue, costs, and cash flow, you can get a clearer picture of what to expect in your organization’s (or one with which you…

Performance Standards and Appraisals Performance Standards and Appraisals Performance appraisals should be timely, thoughtful, consistent, thorough, and free from bias. How can performance appraisal systems be structured to facilitate this type of environment? Effective performance standards and appraisals can promote an open and continuous relationship among the nurse manager, HR professionals, and employees. How might…

Conscientious Objection and Patient Rights Conscientious Objection and Patient Rights Post a comprehensive response(250-350 words) to the following: • Do health care workers have the right to conscientiously object to providing care if it varies from their own personal moral and ethical belief system? Please explain by providing an example. •How would you apply the…

Holistic nursing theory Holistic nursing theory Because nursing practice must always have a foundation, building practice on theory helps guide effective decision making and results in what is considered “best practice.” Select one holistic nursing theory from the readings provided. Develop no more than 10 PowerPoint slides on the theory selected. Slides must cover the…

Preparedness and Response to Bioterrorism Preparedness and Response to Bioterrorism There are different categories of weapons of mass effect—chemicals, biological pathogens and toxins, radioactive materials, nuclear devices, and nonconventional high-yield explosives. Out of these, biological weapons are used in a terrorism type called bioterrorism. According to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), there…