Assume you are a nurse manager on a unit where a new nursing documentation system is to be implemented. You want to ensure that the system will be usable and acceptable for the nurses impacted. You realize a nurse leader must be on the implementation team. RESOURCES Be sure to review the Learning Resources before […]

1. Introduction Policies and regulations are formal rules that guide organizational, professional, and governmental actions. A policy is a principle or guideline adopted to achieve long‑term goals. A regulation is a binding rule issued by an authority to enforce compliance with laws or standards. Fact sheets summarize key information about policies/regulations in a concise, accessible […]

As a professional nurse, you are expected to apply your expertise to patient care. On occasion, you will also be expected to share that expertise. With evolving technology and continuous changes to regulations designed to keep up these changes, there is usually a need to share information and expertise to inform colleagues, leadership, patients, and […]

Primary Diagnosis: ___________________________________________________________ 1. Describe the pathophysiology of the primary diagnosis in your own words. What are the patient’s risk factors for this diagnosis? Pathophysiology of Primary Diagnosis Causes Risk Factors (genetic/ethnic/physical) 2. What are the patient’s signs and symptoms for this diagnosis? How does the diagnosis impact other body systems and what are the […]

In this exercise, you will complete a Mind Map Template to gauge your understanding of this week’s content. Select one of the possible topics provided to complete your MindMap Template. Generalized anxiety disorder Depression Bipolar disorders Schizophrenia Delirium and dementia Obsessive compulsive disease RESOURCES Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. […]