Reflect on how those experiences from the Discussion Post impact your nursing practice now? Discuss what ageing biases you have witnessed &/or perpetrated. Create a community education plan to address ageing bias.

Ageing Bias   Start by reading and following these instructions: Note that in this course, due to the nature of the assignments, you are permitted to use first person, such as: “I, Me”, in all assignments and discussion posts.    1. Quickly skim the questions or assignment below and the assignment rubric to help you […]

Identify the psychotherapeutic approach that the group facilitator is using and explain why she might be using this approach. Determine whether or not you would use the same psychotherapeutic approach  if you were the counselor facilitating this group and justify your decision. Identify an alternative approach to group therapy for addiction and explain why it is an appropriate option. Support your position with evidence-based literature.

Group Therapy for Addiction Consider the following scenario: The psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner is working for a community health clinic that offers state mandated “intensive outpatient rehabilitation” services for individuals who face incarceration for driving while under the influence. Mr. Smith, a 24-year-old male patient, shows up for his initial intake appointment and says, […]

Based on the health-related bill (proposed, not enacted) you selected, complete the Legislation Comparison Grid Template. Determine the legislative intent of the bill you have reviewed. Identify the proponents/opponents of the bill. Identify the target populations addressed by the bill. Where in the process is the bill currently? Is it in hearings or committees? Is it receiving press coverage?

Legislation Comparison Grid And Testimony/Advocacy Statement As a nurse, how often have you thought to yourself, If I had anything to do about it, things would work a little differently? Increasingly, nurses are beginning to realize that they do, in fact, have a role and a voice. Many nurses encounter daily experiences that motivate them to take […]

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