Evidence-Based Project

Is there a difference between “common practice” and “best practice”? When you first went to work for your current organization, experienced colleagues may have shared with you details about processes and procedures. Perhaps you even attended an orientation session to brief you on these matters. As a “rookie,” you likely kept the nature of your …

NURSING

 Diagnosing and Managing Common Cardiovascular and Neurologic Conditions Cardiovascular and neurologic conditions are among the leading causes of death and hospitalization of women in the United States (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2008a). As an advanced practice nurse, you must routinely monitor patients at risk of these conditions and recommend the appropriate health screenings …

TB Extended Case Study

1. Conduct an evidence-based literature search to identify the most recent standards of care/treatment modalities from peer-reviewed articles and professional association guidelines (www.guideline.gov).  Cite a minimum of three resources.  Answer the following questions: What is the transmission and pathophysiology of TB? What are the clinical manifestations?  After considering this scenario, what are the primary identified …

Rate yourself using the results from the “Nurse Manager Skills Inventory”:

Rate yourself using the results from the “Nurse Manager Skills Inventory”: Write a reflection of 750-1,000 words in which you identify your strengths and weaknesses related to the four content areas below: Personal and professional accountability Career planning Personal journey disciplines Reflective practice reference behaviors/tenets Discuss how you will use your current leadership skill set …