Study Notes NURS 6053 Module: Interprofessional Organizational and Systems Leadership
1. Introduction NURS 6053 is a graduate nursing course emphasizing organizational leadership, systems thinking, and interprofessional collaboration. The module prepares nurses to lead change, implement evidence‑based practice (EBP), and improve healthcare outcomes. Core themes: Leadership theories and styles. Change management frameworks. Evidence‑based practice integration. Healthcare policy and regulation. Interprofessional collaboration. Quality improvement and patient safety. […]
PATIENT PREFERENCES AND DECISION MAKING
Changes in culture and technology have resulted in patient populations that are often well informed and educated, even before consulting or considering a healthcare need delivered by a health professional. Fueled by this, health professionals are increasingly involving patients in treatment decisions. However, this often comes with challenges, as illnesses and treatments can become complex. […]
REVIEW OF CURRENT HEALTHCARE ISSUES
If you were to ask 10 people what they believe to be the most significant issue facing healthcare today, you might get 10 different answers. Escalating costs? Regulation? Technology disruption? Social Determinant such as environment/community, education, access/quality to healthcare? These and many other topics are worthy of discussion. Not surprisingly, much has been said in the […]
Study Notes NURS 6501 Week 10 Case Study Assignment
1. Introduction The Week 10 Case Study Assignment in NURS 6501 Advanced Pathophysiology often centers on endocrine disorders such as diabetes mellitus, thyroid disease, or adrenal dysfunction. Students are expected to: Analyze patient presentations. Apply knowledge of pathophysiology. Develop differential diagnoses. Recommend evidence‑based treatment strategies. This case study integrates clinical reasoning, advanced physiology, and pharmacologic […]
A 30-year-old female presents to the emergency room with a chief complaint of yellow, creamy vaginal discharge and difficulty with urination
A 30-year-old female presents to the emergency room with a chief complaint of yellow, creamy vaginal discharge and difficulty with urination. She states these symptoms started about 3 days ago, and she thought she had a urinary tract infection. She denies pelvic pain. The patient had unprotected sexual intercourse in the last two weeks with […]