Theories of successful aging explain factors that support individuals as they grow old, contributing to their ability to function. Increasing your understanding of factors that support successful aging improves your ability to address the needs of elderly clients and their families.

To prepare for this Discussion, review this week’s media. In addition, select a theory of successful aging to apply to Sara’s case.

Parker Family Episode 2 Program Transcript PARKER: Ever since my husband died, there’s been no one to talk to. It’s just, really, no one. And when Stephanie is home, I just feel so alone. FEMALE SPEAKER: What about the day center you go to? Isn’t that helping? PARKER: I don’t like it. What makes me really feel good, though, is when I go shopping, buying things. And my kittens. I love my cats. Oh, have you seen them? I have pictures. Just take a look. Look! These are so cute. My babies. FEMALE SPEAKER: Yes, they’re very cute. And wow, you have a lot of them.  PARKER: Oh, well, it’s their home, too, not just Princess Stephanie’s.  FEMALE SPEAKER: The day program you’re attending, are you seeing a  psychiatrist there?  PARKER: Yes. Dr. Lewin.  FEMALE SPEAKER: May I ask how that’s going?  PARKER: He says that I’m depressed.  FEMALE SPEAKER: In the pictures you showed me, you just talked about the  cats, but I also saw all the things you keep around you, the hoarding. I understand how depressed you been since your husband passed away. How alone you’ve felt. [SIGH] But I would like us to try and set up a plan to begin to address the hoarding. It’s very clear that that’s one of the big issues that’s affecting your relationship with Stephanie and your life together. Can we try that? PARKER: I don’t like it when we fight. She’s still my baby, too. Yes, I want to try.  

References to use

 

Clark, E. (2018). Loss and suffering: The role of social work. Retrieved from

Fisher, C. (2018). Counseling connoisseur: Children and grief. Retrieved from

Zoll, L. (n.d.). A grief trajectory. Retrieved from

By Day 3

Post a Discussion in which you:

• Explain key life events that have influenced Sara’s relationships. Be sure to substantiate what makes them key in your perspective.
• Explain how you, as Sara’s social worker, might apply a theory of successful aging to her case. Be sure to provide support for your strategy.

 

Select a global health issue affecting the international health community. Briefly describe the global health issue and its impact on the larger public health care systems (i.e., continents, regions, countries, states, and health departments). Discuss how health care delivery systems work collaboratively to address global health concerns and some of the stakeholders that work on these issues. 

This week you begin to lay the foundation for your academic and professional success. Your efforts begin with a vision, which includes your own definition of success. Your vision may vary from those of your colleagues, but this does not mean you have to take these first steps alone.

Walden University and the School of Nursing (SON) also have a vision and mission, which include helping you to make your own vision a reality. Members of your new academic community, such as faculty, support teams, and fellow students, can also be helpful. Current practitioners and other members of the professional community can also help you to clarify your vision.

This weeks Discussion asks you to think about how the Walden mission and vision and the School of Nursing (SON) mission and vision apply to your professional and academic goals. You will also begin to identify individuals and teams that can help you along the way, as you begin to design the blueprintyour Academic Success and Professional Development Planthat will guide you toward your own vision for academic and professional success.

To Prepare:

• Review the Walden and the School of Nursing (SON) mission and vision statements, Waldens goals and University Outcomes, and the MSN Program Learning Outcomes presented in this week’s Learning Resources.
• Reflect on your professional and academic goals as they relate to your program/specialization.
• Consider how the information in these resources fit with your own goals and to your becoming a scholar-practitioner.
• Also consider academic and professional individuals and teams that you may collaborate with in support of your efforts as a student at the University and as a professional within your organization and career.

 

Write a paper (2,000-2,500 words) in which you apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a communicable disease. Refer to “Communicable Disease Chain,” “Chain of Infection,” and the CDC website for assistance when completing this assignment.

Communicable Disease Selection

1. Chickenpox
2. Tuberculosis
3. Influenza
4. Mononucleosis
5. Hepatitis B
6. HIV
7. Ebola
8. Measles
9. Polio
10. Influenza

Epidemiology Paper Requirements

1. Describe the chosen communicable disease, including causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment, and the demographic of interest (mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence). Is this a reportable disease? If so, provide details about reporting time, whom to report to, etc.
2. Describe the social determinants of health and explain how those factors contribute to the development of this disease.
3. Discuss the epidemiologic triangle as it relates to the communicable disease you have selected. Include the host factors, agent factors (presence or absence), and environmental factors. Are there any special considerations or notifications for the community, schools, or general population?
4. Explain the role of the community health nurse (case finding, reporting, data collection, data analysis, and follow-up) and why demographic data are necessary to the health of the community.
5. Identify at least one national agency or organization that addresses the communicable disease chosen and describe how the organizations contribute to resolving or reducing the impact of disease.
6. Discuss a global implication of the disease. How is this addressed in other countries or cultures? Is this disease endemic to a particular area? Provide an example.

A minimum of three peer-reviewed or professional references is required.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide,

1. What do you think is the contributing factors to the increase in suicide among among active-duty service members?

2. What measures can be taken to identify risk factors for suicide in active-duty service members?

3. What is a suicide plan and what does it consist of?

 

Students will choose a topic to present in front of the class by the last week of class. Please prepare a 5 to 10 minute PowerPoint presentation for your classmates on your one chosen chapters to be presented at the beginning of class as a Key Points Final Review on January 6th. Submit your presentation no later than 24 hours before you will be presenting the material. 

Ch 1- Organization of the Body

Ch 2- Homeostasis

Ch 3- Chemistry of Life

Ch 4- Biomolecules

Ch 5- Cell Structure

Ch 6- Cell Function

Ch 7- Cell Growth and Development

Ch 8- Introduction to Tissues

Ch 9- Tissue Types

Ch 10- Skin

Ch 11- Skeletal Tissues

Ch 12- Axial Skeleton

Ch 13- Appendicular Skeleton

Ch 14- Articulation

Ch 15- Axial Muscles

Ch 16- Appendicular Muscles

Ch 17- Muscle Contraction

Ch 18- Nervous System Cell

Ch 19- Nervous Signaling

Ch 20- Central Nervous System

Ch 21- Peripheral Nervous System

Ch 22- Autonomic Nervous System

Ch 23- General Senses

Ch 24- Special Senses

Rubric

Teaching Plan AssignmentTeaching Plan AssignmentCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGaining Attention of the Class10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThree teaching objectives10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTeaching Strategies10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresenting for 10-15 minutes10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProvides Examples with Questions10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary Slide at End10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTextbook Reference10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences in APA format10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSubmitted to Assignments 24 hours prior10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuiz Questions for Students10.0 ptsFull Marks0.0 ptsNo Marks10.0 pts
Total Points: 100.0 

 

• Link (PDF):  
• Link (Word doc):
• Minimum of 3 articles (academic or credible online sources; 1 source will be from your discussion posting this week.)

Apply the following writing resources to your assignment:

• Link (multimedia presentation):
• Link (website):

Instructions
The goal of the proposal is to create a working thesis statement and basic research plan that considers context, audience, purpose, and presents potential sources. A proposal is not an outline, as it does not structure the paper. Rather, a proposal offers direction for research needs and gives your professor an opportunity to provide feedback before the drafting process.

Access the Pro-Position Proposal Template and complete the six required sections:

• Subject
• Research Question
• Claim
• Research Plan
• Synthesis Matrix (Add the 3 pro sources.)
• Reference Page

For an example proposal, refer to pages 269-270 of our textbook.

Describe how the nursing profession is viewed by the general public. Discuss factors that influence the publics perception of nursing? Describe ways to educate the general public on the professional nurses role and scope of nursing within a changing health care system.

Minimum of 250 words with at least 2 peer review reference in APA format

 Uninsured patients can impact the financial status of a health care organization. What are the ethical implications of distributing scarce resources? How do you balance the cost of business versus the quality of care in order to ensure all patients are treated fairly and receive the care that they need?  

Minimum of 250 words with at least 2 peer review reference in APA format

 Identify the process of rational drug prescribing. Pick a condition and determine what steps you would complete specific to this condition to properly prescribe, manage, regulate, and educate the pharmaceutical need for your patient. What process would you institute in your future practice to ensure rational prescribing with new evidence-based practice guidelines?