The Early Novel in the Western World
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Early Western literature, especially the picaresque tale, flourished in Spain. These often quite long stories narrated the adventures of a soldier of fortune living the carefree life on the open road and getting involved in all sorts of intrigues and love affairs. The Spanish also had tales similar to the King Arthur legends, dealing with the adventures on the road of brave and dashing knights who were superheroes; tremendous in battle and noble and chivalrous toward their true loves.
The first known major novelist of the Western world was Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547–1616), whose life span closely parallels Shakespeare’s. His Don Quixote (written between 1612 and 1615) remains one of the most popular and beloved of all novels. The central character is an old man who has read so many stories of brave knights that he has gone mad and believes himself to be one of them. Riding a broken-down old horse named Rocinante and attended by his faithful squire Sancho Panza, he goes off in search of glorious adventure (Figure 4.1). Intended originally as a satire on the ridiculous excesses of the wandering knight story, Don Quixote became, in the opinion of many, a tragic tale of an idealist who sees the world not as it is but as it ought to be: a world in which people are driven by the noblest of motives, chivalry prevails, and love means forever. As an adventure story, Don Quixote influenced the work of many novelists who followed, setting the pattern for long, loosely structured yarns that would find a home in the magazine serials of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The serial was a publishing gimmick, each episode ending with the hero or heroine in a perilous strait, and thus keeping the reader coming back to purchase more issues.
The English novel had its true beginnings in the eighteenth century. The coming of the magazine fostered a passion for fiction that had potential novelists busily scribbling. But the period was also one of a passion for science and its search for truth. Those who dictated the taste of the reading public insisted that a lengthy published work, to be worth the time spent in reading it, must at least pretend to be a true story. Consequently, much fiction was passed off as biography or autobiography, and this meant that the author’s real name was often omitted. For example, Gulliver’s Travels (1726) by Jonathan Swift and Robinson Crusoe (1719) by Daniel Defoe, two enduringly popular works of fiction, pretended to be nonfictional accounts of actual adventures, and Pamela: Virtue Rewarded (1740), by Samuel Richardson was an epistolary novel, consisting solely of letters “written” by its 15-year-old heroine.
American writers were slow to gain recognition and respect abroad. In the early nineteenth century, British critics were asking, “Who reads an American book or goes to see an American play?” These questions incurred the wrath of American authors, who promp.
In 2014, US healthcare spending exceeded $3.0 trillion with nearly 1/3 spent on hospitalizations. Informed by real-world data from an Electronic Health Record (EHR) database of clinical and administrative records spanning 273 million encounters for 60 million patients in 600+ hospitals across the US, Boston Strategic Partners (BSP) Clinical Insights report, Hospital Treated Sepsis, estimates 30% of all hospital discharges involve treatment of infectious organisms.
Sepsis is responsible for an estimated 12% of all hospital stays. At an average cost of $15,500 per occurrence, we estimate that hospitalizations for severe infections account for $212 billion in annual spending or 7% of total healthcare expenditure. In this report, we conduct an in-depth analysis of sepsis patient characteristics, medication management, costs, and laboratory testing.
The Hospital-Treated Sepsis Report is available at www.bostonsp.com/reports
Gram-positive bacteria are the likely causative agents of most sepsis infections. Physicians treat the vast majority of these infections with vancomycin, piperacillin-tazobactam, levofloxacin, and ceftriaxone. From 2010-2015, drug-resistant organisms caused an astonishing 40% of bacterial sepsis infections. After confirmatory diagnosis, over half of sepsis patients undergo a change in antibiotic therapy.
This report provides quantitative, objective data captured by hospitals contributing to Cerner Health Facts. This data provides real-world patient encounters and reflects real physician decisions and encounter characteristics (e.g. patient response to therapy and outcomes) in key areas, such as antibiotic resistant pathogens and antimicrobial stewardship.
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Central Line-associated Bloodstream Infections.
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Francis Mercado
1
Identification and description of the clinical issue.
The clinical issue or problem identified for my study is the central line bloodstream infections (CLABSI)
Central line bloodstream infections(CLABSI) is a health condition that affects many people.
It occurs when pathogens such as bacteria and other germs invade the patients central line after which they get into the bloodstream.
CLABSI related infections are often serious but they can be successfully managed through appropriate treatment approaches.
Femoral central venous catheters and internal jugular along with subclavian central lines have high risk of getting infected.
As per the survey conducted in 2019 about the central line bloodstream infections, it was found that the infection ratio for the said infections was 0.8 per 1000 central line days. This means that over 250000 people across the world bloodstream infections occur yearly and most of them are associated with the presence of intravascular devices.
2
Identification and description of the clinical issue.
Cont.………
Risk factors for Central Line-associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI)
presence of gastrostomy tube.
ICU placement of central venous catheter.
Immunosuppression.
Antibiotic therapy(Steffens et al., 2019,).
Poor nutrition;
Multiple invasive procedures.
nonoperative cardiovascular disease.
Central line bloodstream infection is associated with numerous predisposing risk factors. From healthcare stats, it can be said that central line catheters are the common causes of health callings linked to CLABSI. However there are many other risk factors that predispose patients to contracting or developing central line bloodstream infections. Contamination may occur within the central line and this may cause central line related illness. Such contamination include; non interact dressing, contaminated infusion, central venous access devices as well as patient's skin flora.
3
How to develop PICOT question for CLABSI
By analyzing the major components of PICOT, that is P-population, patients, or problem at hand, I-interventions required to solve the issue, C- control or alternative interventions to be compared, O-outcome or the objective to be achieved and T-time framework required to achieve desired outcome(Steffens et al., 2019).
This will help formulate questions such as;
Who and what is the issues that need to be addressed?
What is the proposed intervention and actions to remedy the issue?
What is desired outcome?
How much time is required to realized anticipated results?
To come up with PICOT statement of question on the clinical issues that I had chosen I had to analyze all the components of PICOT to identify their meanings so as to develop a questions that meets PICOT guidelines. The analysis of the PICOT components will help develop questions about the what are kind of population or patients affec ...
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Dr. Gawad Alwabr Yemen
In 2014, US healthcare spending exceeded $3.0 trillion with nearly 1/3 spent on hospitalizations. Informed by real-world data from an Electronic Health Record (EHR) database of clinical and administrative records spanning 273 million encounters for 60 million patients in 600+ hospitals across the US, Boston Strategic Partners (BSP) Clinical Insights report, Hospital-Treated Pneumonia Part 1: Diagnosis, estimates 30% of all hospital discharges involve treatment of infectious organisms. Pneumonia is responsible for an estimated 12% of all hospital stays. At an average cost of $15,500 per occurrence, we estimate that hospitalizations for severe infections account for around $212 billion in annual spending or 7% of total healthcare expenditure. In this report, we conduct an in-depth analysis of pneumonia patient characteristics, costs, and laboratory testing.
The Hospital-Treated Pneumonia Diagnosis Report is available at www.bostonsp.com/reports.
Gram-negative bacteria are the likely causative agents of most pneumonia infections. From 2010-2015, drug resistant organisms caused a surprising 20% of bacterial pneumonia infections.
Hospital-Treated Pneumonia Part 1: Diagnosis is part one of a two-part series on hospital-treated pneumonia. This report provides quantitative, objective data focused on the diagnosis of pneumonia captured by hospitals contributing to Cerner Health Facts. This data provides real-world patient encounters and reflects real physician diagnostic decisions and encounter characteristics (e.g. admissions and lab testing) in key areas, such as antibiotic resistant pathogens.
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Hospital-Treated Sepsis Diagnosis Report is available at www.bostonsp.com/reports
Gram-positive bacteria are the likely causative agents of most sepsis infections. From 2010-2015, drug resistant organisms caused an astonishing 40% of bacterial sepsis infections.
Hospital-Treated Sepsis Diagnosis is part one of a two-part series on hospital-treated sepsis. This report provides quantitative, objective data focused on the diagnosis of sepsis requiring hospitalization captured by hospitals contributing to Cerner Health Facts. This data provides real-world patient encounters and reflects real physician diagnostic decisions and encounter characteristics (e.g. admissions and lab testing) in key areas, such as antibiotic resistant pathogens.
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Running head: RESEARCH PAPER 1
RESEARCH PAPER 6
HOSPITAL-ACQUIRED INFECTIONS AMONG PATIENTS in hospitals in florida?
(Qualitative Study)
Dayana Lewandowski
Florida International University
HSA 6977
Dr. Mariceli Comellas
May 17, 2020
Background Information
Explain overall what the problem is? Statistics in the usa, in the usa there are 4574 hospitalizations due to the infections acquired in hospitals, use citations and use government websites. Download research guidelines.
1.The objective of the study is.
2. results of the study
3.connect that study with your study and how ur study fills in the gap of that study
“citation”Hospital-acquired infection, otherwise known as nosocomial diseases are a common problem that affects many healthcare institutions around the world. Such diseases are not only a burden to healthcare institutions but also the patients served. The total costs associated with the management of hospital-acquired infections have constantly been rising despite the implementation of many intervention policies, (Khan, Baig, & Mehboob, 2017). The government has formulated various nursing intervention policies through various federal and state departments to resolve the issues of nosocomial infections. However, many of these interventions have barely led to a permanent solution. Hospitals and patients are still incurring huge costs as a result of hospital-acquired infections. Hospitals are often subjected to expensive litigation procedures whenever patients contract infections while admitted.
On the other hand, patients are sometimes required to spend more on treatment after contracting infections while admitted in various healthcare institutions. In the University of Miami Hospital, for instance, operational costs have been increasing annually mainly because the hospital has to deal with many nosocomial infections annually, (Chang, 2017). A similar scenario is noted among healthcare institutions operating in the Southern Florida region. While this problem has been identified and discussed a lot, not much attention has been directed to dissect the most affected persons. People with pre-existing chronic diseases such as arthritis, diabetes, and asthma are more susceptible to nosocomial infections compared to people who do not have pre-existing chronic illnesses.
Problem Statement
Pre-existing chronic illnesses increase the risk of opportunistic illnesses and infections. For instance, diabetes type I affects immunity hence diabetic people have greater risks, (Casqueiro, Casqueiro, & Alves, 2012). Healthcare practitioners, as well as patients, are at risk of contracting nosocomial infections, especially when they have pre-existing chronic diseases. “Add citations”Past research indicates that the majority of persons who are severely affected by hospital-acquired infections have pre-existing conditions. Many healthcare institutions in the Southern Florida region have high cases of nosocomial infections because p.
Hospital treated pneumonia - Diagnosis and TreatmentBostonsp
In 2014, US healthcare spending exceeded $3.0 trillion with nearly 1/3 spent on hospitalizations. Informed by real-world data from an Electronic Health Record (EHR) database of clinical and administrative records spanning 273 million encounters for 60 million patients in 600+ hospitals across the US, Boston Strategic Partners (BSP) Clinical Insights report, Hospital-Treated Pneumonia, estimates 30% of all hospital discharges involve treatment of infectious organisms. Pneumonia is responsible for an estimated 12% of all hospital stays. At an average cost of $15,500 per occurrence, we estimate that hospitalizations for severe infections account for around $212 billion in annual spending or 7% of total healthcare expenditure. In this report, we conduct an in-depth analysis of pneumonia patient characteristics, medication management, costs, and laboratory testing.
Hospital-Treated Pneumonia is available at www.bostonsp.com/reports.
Gram-negative bacteria are the likely causative agents of most pneumonia infections and physicians treat most of these patients with levofloxacin, ceftriaxone, and azithromycin. From 2010-2015, drug resistant organisms caused a surprising 20% of bacterial pneumonia infections.
This report provides quantitative, objective data captured by hospitals contributing to Cerner Health Facts. This data provides real-world patient encounters and reflects real physician decisions and encounter characteristics (e.g. patient response to therapy and outcomes) in key areas, such as antibiotic resistant pathogens and antimicrobial stewardship.
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Resources
Employee Life Cycle Impact on Engagement
(2018, Feb 28).
Report details how moments that matter & employee value propositions impact worker engagement.
PR Newswire.
"Among the most critical components shaping (the organization's engagement) ecosystem is the employee value proposition, the tangible and intangible deal that organizations provide in exchange for employee effort, commitment and performance."
Bradison, P. (2019).
HR Matters: From recruiting to onboarding the importance of quality new hire work flows.
Alaska Business Monthly,
35
(4), 83.
This article describes how "employees from multiple generations are seeking employment with a consumer’s approach" when they consider more than the pay structure before applying for a position.
Working in HRM
Justin, T. C. (2018).
Addressing the top HR challenges in 2019.
HR Strategy and Planning Excellence Essentials.
This preview to the year in HRM in Canada considers these hot topics: "catering to a multi-generational workforce, employee engagement, increasing feedback, attracting and keeping the right employees, and now marijuana in the workplace."
Sato, Y., Kobayashi, N., & Shirasaka, S. (2020).
An analysis of human resource management for knowledge workers: Using the three axes of target employee, lifecycle stage, and human resource flow.
Review of Integrative Business and Economics Research, 9
(1), 140–156.
This study considers human resource flow management and how to foster that along with two other HRM initiatives with knowledge workers.
Tyler, K. (2019).
10 steps to unlocking innovation at your organization.
HRMagazine, 64
(1), 1.
Innovation is a key component for the longevity of an organization and "HR can't expect to foster an innovative company culture if it does not have an innovative culture within its own function." This resource is inspiring to help HR professionals find a purpose for their efforts to improve all steps in the employee life cycle and embrace the HR platforms and tools that will help them towards this goal.
Case Study
Saurombe, M., Barkhuizen, E. N., & Schutte, N. E. (2017).
Management perceptions of a higher educational brand for the attraction of talented academic staff.
SA Journal of Human Resource Management
, 15.
This study gives a great example of how managers think about branding in higher education and how a.
The economy is driven by data ~ Data sustains an organization’s .docxtodd701
The economy is driven by data ~ Data sustains an organization’s business processes and enables it to deliver products and services. Stop the flow of data, and for many companies, business comes quickly to a halt. Those who understand its value and have the ability to manage related risks will have a competitive advantage. If the loss of data lasts long enough, the viability of an organization to survive may come into question.
What is the significant difference between quality assurance & quality control? Explain
Why is there a relationship between QA/QC and risk management? Explain
Why are policies needed to govern data both in transit and at rest (not being used - accessed)? Explain
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Gram-positive bacteria are the likely causative agents of most sepsis infections. Physicians treat the vast majority of these infections with vancomycin, piperacillin-tazobactam, levofloxacin, and ceftriaxone. From 2010-2015, drug-resistant organisms caused an astonishing 40% of bacterial sepsis infections. After confirmatory diagnosis, over half of sepsis patients undergo a change in antibiotic therapy.
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The clinical issue or problem identified for my study is the central line bloodstream infections (CLABSI)
Central line bloodstream infections(CLABSI) is a health condition that affects many people.
It occurs when pathogens such as bacteria and other germs invade the patients central line after which they get into the bloodstream.
CLABSI related infections are often serious but they can be successfully managed through appropriate treatment approaches.
Femoral central venous catheters and internal jugular along with subclavian central lines have high risk of getting infected.
As per the survey conducted in 2019 about the central line bloodstream infections, it was found that the infection ratio for the said infections was 0.8 per 1000 central line days. This means that over 250000 people across the world bloodstream infections occur yearly and most of them are associated with the presence of intravascular devices.
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Identification and description of the clinical issue.
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Risk factors for Central Line-associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI)
presence of gastrostomy tube.
ICU placement of central venous catheter.
Immunosuppression.
Antibiotic therapy(Steffens et al., 2019,).
Poor nutrition;
Multiple invasive procedures.
nonoperative cardiovascular disease.
Central line bloodstream infection is associated with numerous predisposing risk factors. From healthcare stats, it can be said that central line catheters are the common causes of health callings linked to CLABSI. However there are many other risk factors that predispose patients to contracting or developing central line bloodstream infections. Contamination may occur within the central line and this may cause central line related illness. Such contamination include; non interact dressing, contaminated infusion, central venous access devices as well as patient's skin flora.
3
How to develop PICOT question for CLABSI
By analyzing the major components of PICOT, that is P-population, patients, or problem at hand, I-interventions required to solve the issue, C- control or alternative interventions to be compared, O-outcome or the objective to be achieved and T-time framework required to achieve desired outcome(Steffens et al., 2019).
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Who and what is the issues that need to be addressed?
What is the proposed intervention and actions to remedy the issue?
What is desired outcome?
How much time is required to realized anticipated results?
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May 17, 2020
Background Information
Explain overall what the problem is? Statistics in the usa, in the usa there are 4574 hospitalizations due to the infections acquired in hospitals, use citations and use government websites. Download research guidelines.
1.The objective of the study is.
2. results of the study
3.connect that study with your study and how ur study fills in the gap of that study
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Addressing the top HR challenges in 2019.
HR Strategy and Planning Excellence Essentials.
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The Emergency Department (ED) is a key source of care for
victims of sexual violence but there is little information available about
the extent to which EDs are prepared to provide this care. This study
examines the structural and process factors that the ED has in place to
assist victims. A survey of all 82 publicly accessible EDs in the
Commonwealth of Virginia was conducted (RR 76%). In general, the
EDs provide the recommended medical care to victims. However, at
least half do not have the needed resources in place to effectively assist
victims and most (80%) do not provide regular training to their medical
staff about sexual violence. Further, almost one-quarter do not have a
relationship with a local rape crisis center. It is recommended that each
ED partner with local rape crisis centers to provide training to their
staff and to ensure continuity of support for victims. It is also
suggested that the state government explore ways in which a forensic
(SANE) nurse be made available to every victim of sexual violence that
presents to the ED for medical assistance. Ideally, each ED would
become part of a community-wide Sexual Assault Response Team
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(SART) in order to provide comprehensive care to victims and
thorough evidence collection and information to law enforcement.
INTRODUCTION
This study seeks to examine the extent to which
Emergency Departments (EDs) in the Commonwealth of
Virginia are prepared to provide care for victims of sexual
violence through an examination of both structural and
process factors that are currently in place. Many studies
indicate that sexual violence victimization has both long-
term and short-term health consequences (Plichta and Falik,
2001; see also Rentoul and Applebloom 1997; Cloutier,
Martin and Poole, 2002; Bohn and Holz, 1996). The ED is
a key source of care for victims of sexual assault. It is one
of the first points of entry to care. Competent care by
professionals trained in treating sexual assault victims is
critical to the timely recovery of physical and mental
health. The ED also plays a critical role in the collection of
evidence that may lead to the conviction of the perpetrator
and a recent study found that specially trained (forensic)
nurses perform this function significantly better than do
other staff (Sievers, Murphy and Miller, 2003). Forensic
nurses are registered nurses (R.N.’s) who have advanced
training in the examination of sexual assault victims; this
includes training on legal aspe.
The emergence of HRM in the UK in the 1980s represented a new fo.docxtodd701
The emergence of HRM in the UK in the 1980s represented a new form of managerialism and was instrumental in increases in work intensification’. Discuss.
Word count: 2,000 words (excluding references) and the 10% convention applies
· Minimum use of 15 academic journal articles/ research reports.
· It must be single-sided with size 12 font, 1.5 spacing with the pages numbered and stapled.
Structure – a clear logical format with linked points and arguments.
Broadly, your essay should be structured in the following manner (subheadings are not necessary)
1. Introduction – summary of your ideas and the structure
2. Review of the literature – critical discussion
3. Conclusions
4. References
Background material – evidence of the background research drawing from literature sources. This should include enough descriptive content and factual information from which to derive arguments and assessment of key themes, issues and problems addressed.
Accuracy – in the presentation and description of theories used in the argument
Argumentation – the main argument of the report should relate to the objectives you have initially stated. They should be supported by evidence, both from a variety of sources in the literature.
Presentation – the answers should be well planned – clear, coherent and well constructed. Remember- never write in the first person.
Relevant references and sources must be cited using the Harvard style of referencing. Marks will be removed for wrong or poor referencing.
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The elimination patterns of our patients are very important to know as we continue to assess and do our care plans. How can impaired elimination affect the integumentary system?
Remember that your posts must exhibit appropriate writing mechanics including using proper language, cordiality, and proper grammar and punctuation. If you refer to any outside sources or reference materials be sure to provide proper attribution and/or citation.
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The Elements and Principles of Design A Guide to Design Term.docxtodd701
The Elements and Principles of Design
A Guide to Design Terminology
The elements of design are some of the basic building blocks that make up the design or artwork.
Understanding and using this terminology can help the designer articulate what works and what doesn’t
work in a design, and to think critically about a design on a more conscious level. Combined, the elements
and principles of design can make for a strong, complete and well-established composition. The principles
of Gestalt, which arise from the elements of design, are included at the end of this document. Learning to
use these elements and principles will be the focus of Beginning Design.
The elements of design are: Point, Line, Form, Value, Texture, Shape, Space, Color
(Color is covered in Art 110; we will be focusing on black, white, and gray scale values.)
DEFINITIONS:
A Point is a position in space.
A Line is the path of a moving point. Two points connected make a line. Lines often imply motion, and can
be rendered in a variety of ways. Contour lines or outlines, define the boundary between shapes. Lines can
create texture or value when used in crosshatching. In addition to these types of actual lines, our eyes can
invent implied lines, such as in dotted lines, or where area boundaries describe lines that may not be there.
Shape is a two dimensional form. The variety of possible shapes is endless. Several common ones are as
follows:
• Simple Geometric: circles, squares, triangles are some of the examples.
• Complex Geometric: straight and curved shapes that have more sides and angles.
• Curvilinear: French curves, ellipses, circles and ovals used in combination.
• Accidental: an example of this might be a coffee ring or paint splatters.
Form is a shape with dimension, an object existing in three dimensional space physically or implied.
Value is the tone created by black, white and shades of gray. The value or tone of an element can create
mass, dimension, emphasis or volume.
Texture can be actual or visual.
• Actual texture is tactile: you can feel it by touching it.
• Visual texture are the markings of a two dimensional artwork that imply actual texture.
Space is an illusion or feeling of 3-dimensionality, which can be created in a two-dimensional design in
several ways, for example:
• Overlapping one object in front of another;
• Using differences in value, amount of detail, etc. between elements;
• Using techniques related to linear perspective, such as differences in size or height on page between
elements
The principles of design are: Unity, Variety, Movement, Balance, Emphasis, Contrast, Proportion,
and Pattern.
DEFINITIONS:
Unity or harmony is the quality of wholeness or oneness that is achieved through the effective use of the
elements and principles of design. The most basic quality of a design or artwork, unity gives a piece the
feeling of being an integrated human expression. The princi.
The emergence of HRM in the UK in the 1980s represented a new form o.docxtodd701
The emergence of HRM in the UK in the 1980s represented a new form of managerialism and was instrumental in increases in work intensification’. Discuss.
Word count: 2,000 words (excluding references) and the 10% convention applies
· Minimum use of 15 academic journal articles/ research reports.
· It must be single-sided with size 12 font, 1.5 spacing with the pages numbered and stapled.
Structure – a clear logical format with linked points and arguments.
Broadly, your essay should be structured in the following manner (subheadings are not necessary)
1. Introduction – summary of your ideas and the structure
2. Review of the literature – critical discussion
3. Conclusions
4. References
Background material – evidence of the background research drawing from literature sources. This should include enough descriptive content and factual information from which to derive arguments and assessment of key themes, issues and problems addressed.
Accuracy – in the presentation and description of theories used in the argument
Argumentation – the main argument of the report should relate to the objectives you have initially stated. They should be supported by evidence, both from a variety of sources in the literature.
Presentation – the answers should be well planned – clear, coherent and well constructed. Remember- never write in the first person.
Relevant references and sources must be cited using the Harvard style of referencing. Marks will be removed for wrong or poor referencing.
Useful tips on essay writing
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The eligibility requirements to become a family nurse practition.docxtodd701
The eligibility requirements to become a family nurse practitioner include completion of “APRN core (advance physical assessment, advanced pharmacology, and advanced pathophysiology), supervised clinical hours, completion of an accredited graduate program with evidence of an academic transcript, and an active nurse license” (American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, 2021).
The value associated with certification as an FNP is very personal to me. Along with providing higher quality care to clientele, I will have a more fulfilled inner sense of purpose and also be able to provide for my family in a higher capacity than I was previously able to, with an estimated average nurse practitioner salary being over $100,000 annually in the state of Wisconsin. Achieving both my master's and nurse practitioner certification would allow my employer, fellow professional comrades, and most of all; my clients, to have a higher sense of security knowing I’ve worked and studied hard to bring them the highest quality care available. Staying up to date on my continuing education and state-of-the-art processes and pathology will also instill confidence in my clientele to not only continue coming to me with their individual and family healthcare needs but likely will ensure referrals into my practice.
Any time a nurse genuinely takes on a holistic approach towards the practical application of nursing theory, a client is in a better position for patient-centered care, maintaining anonymity, and ensuring positive effective communication during the care process. In the nursing profession, nurses need to not only advocate for their clients, but themselves by participating in associations that work towards advancing the field through by working towards lower nurse-to-client ratios to decrease burnout, leadership education, and opportunity, and also grants to advance continuing education.
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The Electoral College was created to protect US citizens against.docxtodd701
The Electoral College was created to protect US citizens against mob rule. Mob rule is the control of a lawful government system by a mass of people through violence and intimidation. However, some Americans question the legitimacy of this process. Pick one election where the outcome of the popular vote and the electoral college vote differed to create an argument in favor of or opposed to the use of the electoral college. List at least three valid points to support your argument. Present you argument in a PowerPoint presentation.
As you complete your presentation, be sure to:
Use speaker's notes to expand upon the bullet point main ideas on your slides, making references to research and theory with citation.
Proof your work
Use visuals (pictures, video, narration, graphs, etc.) to compliment the text in your presentation and to reinforce your content.
Do not just write a paper and copy chunks of it into each slide. Treat this as if you were going to give this presentation live.
Presentation Requirements (APA format)
Length: 8-10 substantive slides (excluding cover and references slides)
Font should not be smaller than size 16-point
Parenthetical in-text citations included and formatted in APA style
References slide ( 3 scholarly sources)
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The Emerging Role of Data Scientists on Software Developmen.docxtodd701
The Emerging Role of Data Scientists
on Software Development Teams
Miryung Kim
UCLA
Los Angeles, CA, USA
[email protected]
Thomas Zimmermann Robert DeLine Andrew Begel
Microsoft Research
Redmond, WA, USA
{tzimmer, rdeline, andrew.begel}@microsoft.com
ABSTRACT
Creating and running software produces large amounts of raw data
about the development process and the customer usage, which can
be turned into actionable insight with the help of skilled data scien-
tists. Unfortunately, data scientists with the analytical and software
engineering skills to analyze these large data sets have been hard to
come by; only recently have software companies started to develop
competencies in software-oriented data analytics. To understand
this emerging role, we interviewed data scientists across several
product groups at Microsoft. In this paper, we describe their educa-
tion and training background, their missions in software engineer-
ing contexts, and the type of problems on which they work. We
identify five distinct working styles of data scientists: (1) Insight
Providers, who work with engineers to collect the data needed to
inform decisions that managers make; (2) Modeling Specialists,
who use their machine learning expertise to build predictive mod-
els; (3) Platform Builders, who create data platforms, balancing
both engineering and data analysis concerns; (4) Polymaths, who
do all data science activities themselves; and (5) Team Leaders,
who run teams of data scientists and spread best practices. We fur-
ther describe a set of strategies that they employ to increase the im-
pact and actionability of their work.
Categories and Subject Descriptors:
D.2.9 [Management]
General Terms:
Management, Measurement, Human Factors.
1. INTRODUCTION
Software teams are increasingly using data analysis to inform their
engineering and business decisions [1] and to build data solutions
that utilize data in software products [2]. The people who do col-
lection and analysis are called data scientists, a term coined by DJ
Patil and Jeff Hammerbacher in 2008 to define their jobs at
LinkedIn and Facebook [3]. The mission of a data scientist is to
transform data into insight, providing guidance for leaders to take
action [4]. One example is the use of user telemetry data to redesign
Windows Explorer (a tool for file management) for Windows 8.
Data scientists on the Windows team discovered that the top ten
most frequent commands accounted for 81.2% of all of invoked
commands, but only two of these were easily accessible from the
command bar in the user interface 8 [5]. Based on this insight, the
team redesigned the user experience to make these hidden com-
mands more prominent.
Until recently, data scientists were found mostly on software teams
whose products were data-intensive, like internet search and adver-
tising. Today, we have reached an inflection point where many.
The Earths largest phylum is Arthropoda, including centipedes, mill.docxtodd701
The Earth's largest phylum is Arthropoda, including centipedes, millipedes, crustaceans, and insects. The insects have shown to be a particularly successful class within the phylum. What biological characteristics have contributed to the success of insects? I'm many science fiction scenarios, post-apocalyptic Earth is mainly populated with giant insects. Why don't we see giant insects today?
250-500 words done by 12:40pm today which is about two hours from now. Cite work.
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The economic and financial crisis from 2008 to 2009, also known .docxtodd701
The economic and financial crisis from 2008 to 2009, also known as the global financial crisis, was considered to be the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression. The general situation of financial markets has been additionally complicated by the introduction of new financial products as well as other modes of operations including globalization. The global financial market seems to be playing a different function in our economy and it has been working because of new regulations. The introduction of new trade platforms, online access to information, integration and globalization of the market have caused some revisions of finance theories.
What are reliable predictors of economic and financial crises (list at least 3 of them)?
Describe some achievements and some pending issues in context of a global crisis.
Are we still in danger of economic and financial crises today (please refer to current Covid-19 situation)?
Instructions:
Conduct research from viable and credible sources such as and not limited to economic journals, periodicals, books, data base, and websites. This assignment should be submitted/uploaded via D2L on the date the assignment is due. Any late assignments will be subject to a letter grade reduction unless an extension has been negotiated with the professor prior to the due date.
In this written assignment, the quality of your writing and the application of APA format will be evaluated in addition to your content. Evaluation based on these criteria is designed to help prepare you for completing your college projects, which must be well written and follow APA guidelines. Each written assignment should contain a minimum of 800 words, but no more than 900 words. Make sure that you use correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
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The Economic Development Case Study is a two-part assign.docxtodd701
The Economic Development Case Study is a two-part assignment – the written paper and video
presentation. Economic Development Case studies must be posted prior to April 19th to
receive approval. Case studies are approved on first posted basis – case studies must be unique,
and students are required to review previously posted case studies to alleviate duplicate case
studies.
The first part of the assignment is to write a paper on a local (San Bernardino or Riverside counties)
economic development. You may identify a case as reported from a city’s website, local
newspapers, or other quality source. Remember, a low-quality source, or insufficient information
from your sources, will affect the quality of your grade for this assignment. The Economic
Development project cannot have been completed.
Your case study should be approximately 750~1000 words long. In your case study paper, you
should briefly describe the following:
• Introduction to the economic development case
• Identify the role government played
• Identify the role of the public, if any
• Economic impact to the community – What is the economic impact to the community? How will it
benefit or not benefit the community?
• Analysis – What is your analysis of the project?
• Conclusion – Where is the project currently?
Instructions for the case study: go to Economic Development Case Study – Submit Here
Scoring Rubric for Economic Development Case Study Paper
Criteria Exceptional
(15 - 13 points)
Very Good
(13 – 11.25 points)
Acceptable
(11.25 – 9 points)
Unacceptable
(8 points or less)
Content
Provides an accurate and
complete description of the
case. All sources of facts
and examples are fully
documented. The case is
original. Case was approved.
For the most part,
description of the case
accurate and complete.
Most sources of facts and
examples are documented.
The case is original and
case was approved.
Description of the case is
inaccurate or incomplete.
Some sources of facts and
examples are
documented. The case is
original and was approved.
Very little reference was
made to the case. Case
is not supported by
evidence. Case is not
original and was not
approved.
Organization
Writer presents information in
logical, interesting sequence,
which reader can follow
Writer presents information
in logical sequence which
reader can follow.
Reader has difficulty
following case study
Reader cannot follow the
case organization.
Economic Development Case Study Paper & Presentation:
Analysis
Writer provides excellent
analysis of the role of
government and the
economic impact of the case
supported by information
provided
Writer provides good
analysis of the role of
government and the
economic impact of the
case.
Writer provides analysis of
either the role of
gov.
The Eighties, Part OneFrom the following list, choose five.docxtodd701
The Eighties,
P
art
One
From the following list, choose five
events
during the 1980s.
I
dentify
the basic facts, dates, and purpose of the event in 2 to 3 sentences in the Identify column. Include why the event is significant in the Significance column, and add a reference for your material in the Reference column.
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The Sunbelt
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Suburban Conservatism
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The Tax Revolt
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Corporate Elites
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Neoconservatives
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Populist Conservatives
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Deregulation
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The Federal Reserve Board
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The Energy Glut
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The 1981 Tax Cuts
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Spending Cuts
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Military Spending
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Technology
Event
Identify
Significance
Reference
The Eighties,
P
art
Two
From the following list, choose five
events
during the 1980s.
I
dentify
the basic facts, dates, and purpose of the event in 2 to 3 sentences in the Identify column. Include why the event is significant in the Significance column, and add a reference for your material in the Reference column.
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Feminism
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Homelessness
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Republicans and the environment
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Malls
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Alternative rock
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Madonna
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Michael Jackson
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AIDS
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The Cosby Show
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Sandra Day O’Connor
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We Are the World
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Global Warming
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Geraldine Ferraro
Event
Identify
Significance
Reference
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The Election of 1860Democrats split· Northern Democrats run .docxtodd701
The Election of 1860
Democrats split
· Northern Democrats run Stephen Douglas
· Southern Democrats run John C. Breckinridge
Republicans decide for moderate
· Republicans nominate Lincoln
· Lincoln opposes slavery in territories
· Republican platform comprehensive
Fourth party enters race
· Constitutional Unionists
· Run John Bell
Republican Victory
· Lincoln gains 40% popular vote
· Lincoln wins in electoral college
· Most Americans want settlement
South Carolina fire-eaters demand secession
· South Carolina secedes December 20, 1680
· Deep South follows
· Buchanan unable to shape compromise
Crittenden Compromise
· Proposed extension of 36º 30’
· John Tyler proposed constitutional amendment
· Lincoln cannot accept slavery in territories
· Compromises fail
Confederate States of America
· Seven states of deep South
· Montgomery original capital
· Constitution similar to that of U.S.
· Constitution protects slavery
President Jefferson of CSA
· Model slave owner; not fire-eater
· Cold personality, irritable, inflexible
· Lacks self-confidence
· Surrounds himself with yes-men
President Abraham Lincoln of United States
· Knows value of unity, competency
· Appoints rivals to cabinet
· Brunt of jokes, criticism
· Sharp native intelligence, humble
Border states
· Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee, Arkansas join CSA
· Maryland, Kentucky, Missouri stay with Union
· West Virginia secedes from Virginia
A war of nerves
· Two Southern forts in U.S. hands
· Davis willing to let status quo stand for moment
· Lincoln decides to re-supply forts without force
· Confederates fire, beginning April 12, 1861
Art of War influences commanders
· Focus on occupying high ground
· Focus on taking enemy cities
· Retreat when necessary
· Jomini’s 12 models of war
The Armies
· Calvary: for reconnaissance
· Artillery: weakens enemy
· Infantry: backbone of army
· Also support units
Infantry
· Brigades of 2,000–3,000
· Form double lines of 1,000 yards
· Advance into enemy fire
· Then fight hand-to-hand
· Most battles in dense woods
Yanks and Rebs
· Most between 17 and 25
· From all states, social classes
· Draft exempts upper class
· Anti-draft riots in New York City
· Draft dodgers in South
· Some bounty hunters
· High desertion rates
· Shirking duty not common
First Battle of Manassas (Bull Run)
· Both sides thought war would be short
· First battle 20 miles from Washington
· South wins, Union forces flee in panic
First Battle of Manassas (Bull Run)
· South fails to attack Washington
· South celebrates victory
· Stonewall Jackson hero for South
· South disorganized even in victory
Consequences of Manassas (Bull Run)
· South becomes overconfident
· North prepares for long fight
· George McClellan given command of Army of Potomac
Northern strategy
· Defend Washington; take Richmond
· Split Confederacy by taking Mississippi River
· Blockade southern coastline
Mismatch
· North had population advantage of 22 to 9 million
· Industry in north
· Railroads mainl.
The early civilizations of the Indus Valley known as Harappa and Moh.docxtodd701
The early civilizations of the Indus Valley known as Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro had many of the markings of a sophisticated culture. In a
2-3 page
paper discuss the noted advancements of these cultures including significant archaeological finds that suggest these civilizations were far more advanced than originally believed. For this paper, you will need to find
at least (2) outside
resources that support your writing.
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The Early Theories of Human DevelopmentSeveral theories atte.docxtodd701
The Early Theories of Human Development
Several theories attempt to describe human development.
Briefly describe the Freud, Erickson, and Piaget theories regarding development. Provide the major similarities and differences between each.
Explain how these early theories were developed, and why there is concern related to race, gender, socioeconomic status, and other areas of diversity in how these theories were developed.
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The Electoral College was created to protect US citizens against mob.docxtodd701
The Electoral College was created to protect US citizens against mob rule. Mob rule is the control of a lawful government system by a mass of people through violence and intimidation. However, some Americans question the legitimacy of this process. Pick one election where the outcome of the popular vote and the electoral college vote differed to create an argument in favor of or opposed to the use of the electoral college. List at least three valid points to support your argument.
Present you argument in a PowerPoint presentation.
Use speaker's notes to expand upon the bullet point main ideas on your slides, making references to research and theory with citation.
Use visuals (pictures, video, narration, graphs, etc.) to compliment the text in your presentation and to reinforce your content.
Treat this as if you were going to give this presentation live.
8-10 slides
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The early modern age was a period of great discovery and exploration.docxtodd701
The early modern age was a period of great discovery and exploration. The frontiers of knowledge were being pushed out in many directions through the work of scientists and the colonizing of the New World by the European nations. Discuss how our world today is also a world of discovery and exploration. Reflect on this in a short paragraph (250–300) that specifically links the kinds of changes five hundred years ago with the kinds of changes our culture is experiencing today.
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Francesca Gottschalk - How can education support child empowerment.pptxEduSkills OECD
Francesca Gottschalk from the OECD’s Centre for Educational Research and Innovation presents at the Ask an Expert Webinar: How can education support child empowerment?
Safalta Digital marketing institute in Noida, provide complete applications that encompass a huge range of virtual advertising and marketing additives, which includes search engine optimization, virtual communication advertising, pay-per-click on marketing, content material advertising, internet analytics, and greater. These university courses are designed for students who possess a comprehensive understanding of virtual marketing strategies and attributes.Safalta Digital Marketing Institute in Noida is a first choice for young individuals or students who are looking to start their careers in the field of digital advertising. The institute gives specialized courses designed and certification.
for beginners, providing thorough training in areas such as SEO, digital communication marketing, and PPC training in Noida. After finishing the program, students receive the certifications recognised by top different universitie, setting a strong foundation for a successful career in digital marketing.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
Normal Labour/ Stages of Labour/ Mechanism of LabourWasim Ak
Normal labor is also termed spontaneous labor, defined as the natural physiological process through which the fetus, placenta, and membranes are expelled from the uterus through the birth canal at term (37 to 42 weeks
Read| The latest issue of The Challenger is here! We are thrilled to announce that our school paper has qualified for the NATIONAL SCHOOLS PRESS CONFERENCE (NSPC) 2024. Thank you for your unwavering support and trust. Dive into the stories that made us stand out!
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
Model Attribute Check Company Auto PropertyCeline George
In Odoo, the multi-company feature allows you to manage multiple companies within a single Odoo database instance. Each company can have its own configurations while still sharing common resources such as products, customers, and suppliers.
Operation “Blue Star” is the only event in the history of Independent India where the state went into war with its own people. Even after about 40 years it is not clear if it was culmination of states anger over people of the region, a political game of power or start of dictatorial chapter in the democratic setup.
The people of Punjab felt alienated from main stream due to denial of their just demands during a long democratic struggle since independence. As it happen all over the word, it led to militant struggle with great loss of lives of military, police and civilian personnel. Killing of Indira Gandhi and massacre of innocent Sikhs in Delhi and other India cities was also associated with this movement.
The Early Novel in the Western World Listen to the AudioEarly We.docx
1. The Early Novel in the Western World
Listen to the Audio
Early Western literature, especially the picaresque tale,
flourished in Spain. These often quite long stories narrated the
adventures of a soldier of fortune living the carefree life on the
open road and getting involved in all sorts of intrigues and love
affairs. The Spanish also had tales similar to the King Arthur
legends, dealing with the adventures on the road of brave and
dashing knights who were superheroes; tremendous in battle and
noble and chivalrous toward their true loves.
The first known major novelist of the Western world was
Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra (1547–1616), whose life span
closely parallels Shakespeare’s. His Don Quixote (written
between 1612 and 1615) remains one of the most popular and
beloved of all novels. The central character is an old man who
has read so many stories of brave knights that he has gone mad
and believes himself to be one of them. Riding a broken-down
old horse named Rocinante and attended by his faithful squire
Sancho Panza, he goes off in search of glorious adventure
(Figure 4.1). Intended originally as a satire on the ridiculous
excesses of the wandering knight story, Don Quixote became, in
the opinion of many, a tragic tale of an idealist who sees the
world not as it is but as it ought to be: a world in which people
are driven by the noblest of motives, chivalry prevails, and love
means forever. As an adventure story, Don Quixote influenced
the work of many novelists who followed, setting the pattern for
long, loosely structured yarns that would find a home in the
magazine serials of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. The
serial was a publishing gimmick, each episode ending with the
hero or heroine in a perilous strait, and thus keeping the reader
coming back to purchase more issues.
The English novel had its true beginnings in the eighteenth
century. The coming of the magazine fostered a passion for
fiction that had potential novelists busily scribbling. But the
period was also one of a passion for science and its search for
2. truth. Those who dictated the taste of the reading public insisted
that a lengthy published work, to be worth the time spent in
reading it, must at least pretend to be a true story.
Consequently, much fiction was passed off as biography or
autobiography, and this meant that the author’s real name was
often omitted. For example, Gulliver’s Travels (1726) by
Jonathan Swift and Robinson Crusoe (1719) by Daniel Defoe,
two enduringly popular works of fiction, pretended to be
nonfictional accounts of actual adventures, and Pamela: Virtue
Rewarded (1740), by Samuel Richardson was an epistolary
novel, consisting solely of letters “written” by its 15-year-old
heroine.
American writers were slow to gain recognition and respect
abroad. In the early nineteenth century, British critics were
asking, “Who reads an American book or goes to see an
American play?” These questions incurred the wrath of
American authors, who promptly responded in a variety of
ways. There was Washington Irving (1783–1859) and his satiric
novel masquerading as nonfiction, A History of New-York from
the Beginning of the World to the End of the Dutch Dynasty, by
Diedrich Knickerbocker (1809), which took an irreverent swing
at Thomas Jefferson’s democratic ideology. Irving became the
first American writer to win the long-awaited praise from
abroad.
3. Prospectus
Evaluation of Post-discharge Telephone follow-up call with
Patients Diagnosed with COPD
Sorimar Rodríguez Morales
Walden University
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Evaluation of Post-discharge Telephone follow-up call with
Patients Diagnosed with COPD
Problem Statement
Congestive Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
exacerbation is a common cause for hospital admission and
readmission. Hospital admissions and readmissions negatively
impact the cost of care, costing approximately 924 million per
year (GOLD, 2017; Liu, Zhang, Li & Sun 2017). Hospital
admission and readmission costs prompted the Center for
Medicare and Medicaid to include COPD as a new readmission
measure in 2015 (Hospital Readmission Reduction Program, FY
2015). COPD readmission measure as recent new measure create
in the healthcare system the necessity to analyze what are some
of the reason that lead the patient back to the hospital. GOLD,
2017 identify that COPD exacerbation is the most common
cause of hospital admission or readmission. According to
patients, some of the reasons they visit the emergency room
including fear of disease prognosis, and lack of skills to manage
4. disease symptoms (Rising et al. 2015). This evidence show that
effort should be prioritizing to enhance patient education
integrating physical, psychological and psychosocial dimension.
In most of cases patients experiencing a COPD exacerbation is
impacting more than physical symptoms; they also experience
psychological symptoms such as anxiety and panic affecting
resulting in activity reduction that end to self-isolation
involving psychosocial dimension (Spathis, et al. 2017). Is at
this point that the primary care should focus effort to improve
and use standardizing approach to improve the patient education
and the support given to patients during the first month after
hospital discharge.
The Viera VA outpatient clinic is part of the Orlando Veterans
Administration Medical Center (OVAMC), but it is
approximately sixty miles away from Brevard County.
Therefore, patients often remain in Brevard hospitals. The Viera
outpatient clinic to support better the patient recently they
established a rapport with three community hospital systems by
improving the communication process. Now, three healthcare
system in Brevard county are sending a daily list of patients
discharged their hospitals. This improving in communication
between VA and Non-VA facilities help because nurses can
initiate coordination of care with post-discharge telephone
follow up calls to support better the patient when they are at
home after been hospital discharged.
Although the telephone follow-up call is an effective strategy,
additional efforts are needed to effect change in the patient's
self-management to decrease hospital readmission (Ko, Ngai &
Ng, 2014). The management of patient with COPD using
telephone follow up call should have a standardized approach
specific to the patient's disease (Jayakody, et al. 2016; Ko, et al
2014). However, the management of patients with COPD require
a combination of interventions because, no single intervention
is superior than other (Jayakody, et al. 2016). This project aim
to identify areas to improve, because according with the nursing
administration of the clinic there is not standardizing process to
5. follow-up after the patient with COPD get hospital discharged.
Post discharge follow-up should be specific to patient's disease
( Liu, et al 2017; Jayakody, et al. 2016; Ko, et al 2014 ). For
example, lack of specific educational activities related to
disease management is to supporting patient self-management
contributing to poor patient outcomes, such as hospital
admission or readmission (Misky, Burke, Jonson, Jones, Hanson
and Reid, 2018 ). Another are to explore is the topic of the
patient education because non-pharmacological management of
Dyspnea symptoms will impact self-management and quality of
life (Spathis, et al. 2017). Lack of education content focusing
on the management of COPD resulting in poor quality of care
and satisfaction, both are associated with lack of follow up after
discharge (Coleman, 2006; Burke et al 2013; Kripalani et al.
2014; Liu et al. 2017).
The purpose of these project is evaluate post-discharge
telephone follow-up calls activities within the first month after
hospital discharged because the identification of areas to
improve lead to provide specific interventions according to the
patient's diseases and needs (Jayakody et al. 2016; Ko et al.
2014).The goal with the post-discharge telephone follow-up call
is better support the patient by providing patient education plan
and support their with coordination of care in the use of
different resources. For example, support the patient education
will enhance self-management skills, and while monitoring their
warning symptoms during the weekly follow-up call, at this
point nurses enhancing educational material that may impact
patient's self-management skills to better management a COPD
exacerbation crisis.
Practice-Focused Question
Do the use of a standardized approach for telephone follow-up
and weekly follow-up to use with discharged patients with
COPD will reduce 10% of readmission from non-VA hospital?
or Comment by user: The question should be focus on the VA
intervention to improve readmission(green) or in my propose
intervention (red) to improve readmission?.
6. During the first 30 days post discharge, would using a standard
approach of education during telephone follow-up by the
primary care nurse for care of patients over 65 years of age who
have been diagnosed with COPD improve increasing in a 100%
of patient education giving weekly?
Social Change
The use of a standardized approach to guide nursing activities
with the patient discharge from non-VA hospitals allows the
opportunity to assess efforts made in the primary care setting to
improve the quality of care provided to the patient diagnosed
with COPD. The telephone follow-up can improve patient
outcome and satisfaction (Burke et al. 2018; Jayakody et al
2016). The use of standardized approach will help to overcome
the patient's stigma, because most of the time they denied of
having problem with disease management Kirkpatrick, 2012).
The use Breathing-Thinking-Functioning (BTF) model for
patient education and telephone follow-up will helps to design
an individualized plan of education specific to the patient's
interest and needs. Also, the BFT model support coordination
of care activities improving the use of existing resources
(Spathis et al. 2017). The use of existing resources will support
educational material resulting in risk reduction of hospital
admission or readmission throughout the post discharge
education plan include non-pharmacological and
pharmacological management (GOLD, 2017; Ko et al. 2014).
Nursing will support better the patient helping monitoring
warning symptoms during the first months after hospital
discharge. The weekly monitoring will be part of educational
reinforcement and discussion.
This project by identifying areas to improve during post-
discharge telephone follow-up call and standardized patient
education according to the patient diseases, interests and needs
will impact other Ambulatory Care Sensitive Conditions
(ACSC) such congestive Heart failure. Also, will increase
patient's satisfaction motivating the patient to become an active
participant (Lippincott, 2017).
7. The Context for the Doctoral Project
The Viera VA is one of nine satellite outpatient clinic
branches of the Orlando Veterans Administration Medical
Center (OVAMC). Annually, the Viera Clinic provides
multidisciplinary services to the veteran population who reside
in Brevard County. The Brevard County veteran population
continues to engage in a staggering number of hospital
admission/readmission. Patient education after been discharge
from Brevard hospitals will support patients by establishing the
standardizing approach for education. At the same time will
facilitate the coordination of care and the telephone follow-up
call.
The telephone follow-up call is highly recommended as a
proven strategy to use during the transition of care (Burke et al.
2018; Jayakody et al. 2016). The telephone follow-up call will
enhancing communication with patients and also with the
interdisciplinary team to include in the educational
reinforcement of educational material receiving and also to
follow up recommendations provided by the interdisciplinary
team. Evaluate the educational topic delivered by nurses and by
interdisciplinary team during the first month after the patient
have been discharged will help to justify the improvement in the
patient education is an essential part of the interventions
received after discharge.
The Viera clinic has the opportunities to improve the telephone
follow up call using BTF model. The clinic has resources to
support the patient such as mental health services, Telehealth
program, Move 101, palliative, home-based, pulmonary
rehabilitation, social services, pharmacy, among other. The
Breathing, Thinking, Functioning (BTF) model to provide
education and care coordination enhancing self-management
skill to manage a COPD exacerbation or crisis (Spathis et al.
2017) .
Source of Evidence
COPD is one of the most costly chronic diseases in the VA
health care system. Untreated COPD exacerbations are often the
8. cause for admission and readmission (GOLD, 2017). The
staggering readmission rate of patients with COPD relates to
poor post-discharge follow-ups and the lack of standardization
of process ( Coleman, 2006; Burke et al 2013; Kripalani et al.
2014; Shah, Churpek, Coca Perraillon, & Konetzka, 2015, Liu,
Zhang, Li and Sun 2017). The need for a standardized process
to guide the management of patients with COPD is clear
evidence of the inconsistency in practice.
The Breathing, Thinking, Functioning (BTF) Model model
focuses on increasing self-management support by educating
veteran about COPD including non-pharmacological skills to
assist them in managing their care in special and dyspnea crisis.
The BTF Model encompasses cognitive and behavioral
techniques during an exacerbation or crisis as the method to
alleviate the disease symptoms. The BTF model focuses on
engaging the patient in the breath, think and function while
living with a chronic illness (Bausewein et al., 2018). This
model conceptualizes breathing, thinking and functioning as a
cognitive and behavioral reaction to dyspnea during a COPD
exacerbation.
Approach
The best strategy for a program evaluation is by gathering the
existing data related to the current program and identifying
areas for improvement to ensure better outcomes (Nieswiadomy,
2012). Nieswiadomy (2012) stated that the program evaluation
approach is the fifth level of evidence. Patton (1987) declared
that evaluation is the critical process of examining a program.
Program evaluation involves the collection of information
related to the program and outcomes. The intention of
completing this process is to obtain accurate information to
produce effective decisions (Patton, 1987, p. 21). The proposed
project aims to apply the Kellogg Basic Logic model as a
systematic and visual process to collect the post-hospital
discharges follow up data.
The Kellogg Basic Logic model uses a systemative five-step
process. The first step in the model is gather information of
9. current practice using nurses, physicians, and other team
members. The second step is to explore the activities involving
the existing program and evaluate if the program is effective by
auditing existing. The study targets Quality Management post-
discharge performance measurements to monitor the COPD
patient population. The project attempts to collect performance
measure standards like timeframes and documentation of the
post-disharge call and weekly follow-up, timeframe of medical
follow-up appointment, patient education and the used of
resources.
Ethical Considerations
The Veterans Administration Central Institutional Review Board
(IRB) complies with the “Common Rule” for the protection of
human subjects. Although, the proposed project does not aim to
use the human subjects as part of the program evaluation, the
improvement measure will impact the services provided to
patients with COPD.
The data collection will start after the IRB approval. To protect
the patient’s privacy and avoid duplication of patients a code
will be assigned. Any data collected will be saved using an
electronic file password protected by VA computers. The
proposed project will follow the structured step process to
ensure that the study complies with Walden University’s Ethical
Standards and U.S Federal regulations. This proposed project
will conduct a program evaluation using patient’s information,
which is protected data within the VA research process. The
program evaluation in this project targets the second fold of the
VA Central IRB process, which explicitly specifies the
enhancement to review program process across participant sites
(VA Central Institutional Review Board (IRB), 2017).
Alignment
The proposed program evaluation project aligns with the VA
priority that includes improving the transition of care and the
standardization of care management (VA, 2018). This intended
program evaluation project targets to enhanced and
standardization of current process in the Viera clinic. The
10. efficiency of the proposed program will impact the services and
the support needed by patients with COPD post-discharge by
improving the quality of nursing care. Commonly, a structured
follow-up coordination of care covers the first 30 days of high
risk for hospital readmission period. A standardized care
coordination process will improve the communication and the
plan of care for patients with COPD. The use of standardized
approach guides nurses and promotes consistency in
intervention between patients. The provision of a patient's
education with a weekly follow up aims to improve outcomes.
The use of a standardized approach helps to increase the use of
existing community resources available (Zurlo and Zuliani,
2018). The evaluation of the telephone follow-up call helps to
identify area of oportunities for improvements (Siriwardena
2009).
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