What is the proposed mechanism of action of the medication(s)? Why might this be appropriate for the patients? What are the advantages or disadvantages to your class of medication (options for different administration, length of duration, etc.)? What are the advantages or disadvantages to the other medication options? What possible side effects or considerations need…

Using the “Module 3 | Part 3” section of your Academic Success and Professional Development Plan Template presented in the Resources, conduct an analysis of the elements of the research article you identified. Be sure to include the following: Your topic of interest. A correctly formatted APA citation of the article you selected, along with…

Assessment at the adult stage does not contain the challenges of the child and adolescent stages, in which the practitioner may experience communication difficulties with the client or must rely on parents and caregivers for context. This does not mean assessment is easy, however. Social work assessment tools for adults range from personality inventories to…

Efficacy may be defined simply as the health benefit to be derived from the use of technology or how effective a given technology is in diagnosing or treating a condition. If a product or service actually produces some health benefits, it can be considered efficacious or effective. Discuss the following questions and support your answers…

Research HIPAA, and explain the following in detail: What is the date of the enactment of this act? What led to the enactment of this act? What are the criminal penalties, if any, for violation of this act? Who is governed by this act? What are some of the key provisions of this act?

Identify ONE client-focused quality or safety issue that may be pertinent to your future advanced nursing practice role. Medication error may NOT be used as a topic for this assignment. Describe the scope and impact of the issue. Discuss three possible roles advanced practice nurses may play in addressing the issue.  Explain why the issue…

Choose a clinical condition from the list below that is applicable to your practice area or clinical interests. Assess the linked clinical practice guideline (CPG) related to prescribing medications for clients with that condition and respond to the following questions. Look back at your initial post and respond to peers and faculty who have responded…

Jessica is a 32-year-old female that was recently diagnosed with ADHD. She was referred to your office by the psychologist that completed the ADHD assessment. Jessica has always struggled in school and jobs. She is often “written up” at her job for not completing tasks that are assigned to her. She becomes easily distracted by…

Malcolm is a 9-year-old male in the 4th grade at the public elementary school. Malcolm has recently been diagnosed with ADHD, combined presentation. Malcolm struggles with being fidgety and hyperactive; he often gets into trouble at school for blurting out answers, getting out of his desk when he should not be, and hitting other children…

If you could work at the practice of your dreams, what would that look like? How would you negotiate that dream job contract? Graduating from nurse practitioner school is an exciting time of accomplishment. However, it’s also time to turn dreams into reality and begin your search for the perfect job. Being passionate about the…