NR 501 Week 4 Concept Analysis Assignment

The Concept Analysis Assignment is due by Sunday, 11:59 p.m. (MT) at the end of Week 4. The guidelines are listed below as well as the guidelines and grading rubric for this assignment are located in Course Resources.

Purpose of Concept Analysis Assignment

This assignment provides the opportunity for the student to complete an analysis of a concept supported by a nursing theory using an identified process. The assignment fosters analytical thinking related to the selected concept as well as application within the profession.

Concept Analysis Assignment Course Outcomes

CO 1: Demonstrate logical and creative thinking in the analysis and application of a theory to nursing practice. (PO 2, 5) NR 501 Week 4 Concept Analysis Assignment

CO 4: Analyze theories from nursing and relevant fields with respect to the components, relationship among the components, and the application to advanced nursing practice. (PO 1)

Due Date Sunday 11:59 PM MT at the end of Week 4

Total Points Possible: 250 Points

Requirements

Description of the Concept Analysis Assignment Assignment

This assignment presents a modified method for conducting a concept analysis of ONE concept that is important and useful to nursing.  The concept for this assignment must be supported by a published nursing theory. The selected concept is identified and then the elements of the analysis process are applied in order to synthesize knowledge for application as demonstrated through the creation of model, borderline, and contrary cases.  Theoretical applications of the concept are also discussed. Non-nursing theories may NOT be used. The paper concludes with a synthesis of the student’s new knowledge about the concept. The scholarly literature is incorporated throughout the analysis.

Only the elements identified in this assignment should be used for this concept analysis. 

Criteria for Content

1.     Introduction

The introduction substantively presents all the following elements:

·        Identifies the role of concept analysis within theory development.

·        Identifies the selected nursing

·        Identifies the nursing theory that addresses the selected concept.

·        Names the sections of the paper.

·        Scholarly support is required.

1.     Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept

This section includes:

·        Defines/explains the concept using scholarly literature (a dictionary maybe used for this section ONLY, and additional scholarly nursing references are required).

·        A substantive discussion of this section with support from nursing literature is required.

1.     Literature review

This section requires:

·        A substantive discussion of at least 6 (six) scholarly nursing literature sources on the selected concept.

·        Themes, ideas, and/or facts about the concept found in the reviewed sources are presented in an organized fashion.

·        Support from nursing literature is required. Please Note: Primary research articles about the selected nursing concept are the most useful resource for the literature review.

1.     Defining attributes, for this section:

·        A minimum of THREE (3) attributes are required.

·        A substantive discussion of this section with support from nursing literature is required

Explanation:  An attribute identifies characteristics of a concept.  For this situation, the characteristics of the selected nursing concept are identified and discussed.

1.     Antecedent and Consequence

This section requires the identification of:

·        1 antecedent of the selected nursing concept.

·        1 consequence of the selected nursing concept.

·        A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required.

Explanation:  An antecedent is an identifiable occurrence that precedes an event.  In this situation, an antecedent precedes a selected nursing concept. A consequence follows or is the result of an event.  In this situation a consequence follows or is the result of the selected nursing concept.

1.     Empirical Referents

This section requires the identification of:

·        2 (two) empirical referents of the selected nursing concept.

·        A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required.

Explanation:  An empirical referent is an objective ways to measure or determine the presence of the selected nursing concept.

1.     Construct Cases

Explanation: hypothetical or real-life situations demonstrating the use or absence of the concept.

This section requires the creation of a model case, borderline case, and contrary case.

·        1 Model Case is created by the student and discussed substantively by demonstrating within the case each of the following areas:

§  Definition

§  All identified attributes

Explanation:  A model case is an example of a hypothetical or real-life situation that demonstrates all of the attributes noted previously in this assignment.

·        1 Borderline Case is created by the student in which one or two of the previously identified attributes are missing.

·        1 Contrary Case is created by the student that demonstrates the opposite of the selected nursing concepts. All identified attributes of the concept are absent in this cas

·        Explanation:  Borderline case is a created case where one or two of the previously identified attributes are missing. Contrary case is a created case that demonstrate the complete opposite of the selected nursing concept – all identified attributes are missing.

1.     Theoretical Applications of the Concept

1.     Discuss the purpose of a concept analysis in relationship to theory.

2.     Explain how the concept applies to the selected nursing theory.

3.     A substantive discussion of the element with support from nursing literature is required.

1.     Conclusion

This section requires:

·        Summarization of key information regarding:

§  Selected nursing concept.

§  Selected nursing theory.

§  Application of concept analysis findings to advanced practice nursing (specific to selected specialty track professional role and/or area of practice).

·        The concluding statements include self-reflection on the new knowledge gained from conducting a concept analysis. (Self-reflection may be written in first-person.)

Preparing the Concept Analysis Assignment

Criteria for Format and Special Instructions

1.     The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least 6, but no more than 8 pages. Points will be lost for not meeting these length requirements.

2.     Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6^th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.

3.     The source of the concept for this assignment must be a published nursing Non-nursing theories may NOT be used.

4.     A minimum of 6 (six) scholarly references must be used. Required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment. A dictionary maybe used as a reference for the section titled “Definition/Explanation of the selected nursing concept”, but it is NOT counted as one of the 6 required scholarly nursing references. Be aware that information from .com websites may be incorrect and should be avoided.

5.     References are current – within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.

6.     Ideas and information from scholarly, peer reviewed, nursing sources must be cited and referenced correctly.

7.     Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.

8.     PLEASE note: Do not rely on .com sites to identify the nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.

Possible Concepts: The following concepts are not required; students may select one of these concepts or find another concept. Each selected concept must be associated with a nursing theory; the use of non-nursing theories is NOT allowed. If you have any questions regarding your concept or the nursing theory, please consult with your faculty member for assistance. Please note: the concepts of incivility and civility are not allowed for this assignment.

Rubric

W4 Concept Analysis Guidelines and Rubric

NR 501 Week 4 Discussion Connection Between Theory and Advanced Clinical Practice

Identify your specialty area of professional practice. Select a nursing theory from the list of specialty track specific theories provided in the lesson plan or one of your own findings. Address the following:

• Origin
• Meaning and scope
• Logical adequacy
• Usefulness and simplicity
• Generalizability
• Testability

Finally, provide an example how the theory could be used to improve or evaluate the quality of practice in your specific setting. What rationale can you provide that validates the theory as applicable to the role of the nurse practitioner.

NR 501 Week 2 Reflective Essay

Purpose

Nursing knowledge is classified in a variety of ways, one of which is Carper’s Patterns of Knowing (Carper, 1978). Carper’s framework offers a lens through which the nurse can reflect upon insights acquired through empirical, ethical, personal, and aesthetic knowledge (Carper, 1978). Through intentional reflection using Carper’s Patterns of Knowing, nurses can process experiential learning and knowledge acquired through practice. The purpose of this assignment is to reflect upon a specific practice situation and better understand the professional knowledge and insights obtained through that experience.

Requirements:

 1. Think of a surprising or challenging practice situation in which you felt underprepared, unprepared, or uncomfortable.

2. Select an important nursing issue/topic that was inherent to the identified situation.

3. As a method of refection, use Carper’s Patterns of Knowing to analyze the situation. In a two- to three-page paper address the following:

• a)Briefly explain the situation
• b)Identify the nursing issue inherent in the identified situation
• c)What do you think was the underlying reason for the situation? (Esthetics)
• d)What were your thoughts and feeling in the situation? (Personal)
• e)What was one personal belief that impacted your actions? (Ethics)
• f)What evidence in nursing literature supports the nursing importance of the identified issue? (Empirical)
• g)What new insights did you gain through this reflective practice opportunity?

Preparing The Paper:

1. Application: Use Microsoft Word 2013 to create the written component of this assessment.

2. Length:

a. The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least two but no more than three pages.

3. A minimum of two (2)scholarly literature sources must be used.

4. Submission: Submit your file to the Canvas course site by the due date/time indicated.

REFERENCES

NR 501 Week 2 Assignment The Importance of Theory Paper

NR 501 Week 2 Reflective Essay

NR 501 Week 4 Assignment Concept Analysis

NR 501 Week 5 Assignment Person Centered – Application of Theory

NR 501 Week 6 Assignment Application of Nursing Theory 1

NR 501 Week 6 Assignment Application of Nursing Theory 2

NR 501 Week 7 Assignment Theoretical Framework to Support Evidence-Based Practice Presentation

NR 501 Week 1 Discussion Importance of Theory in Nursing

NR 501 Week 2 Discussion Significance of Nursing Concepts within the Profession

NR 501 Week 3 Discussion Steps of Concept Analysis

NR 501 Week 4 Discussion Connection Between Theory and Advanced Clinical Practice

NR 501 Week 5 Discussion Analysis

NR 501 Week 6 Discussion Borrowed (non-nursing) Theories Applied to the Nursing Profession

NR 501 Week 6 Discussion, Middle Range Theory

NR 501 Week 7 Discussion Nursing Theory Applied to Research

NR 501 Week 8 Discussion Course Reflection and Future Application

NR 501 Week 3 Discussion Steps of Concept Analysis

At the end of Week 3 your concept analysis is due. This discussion provides an opportunity to start this assignment. Select a nursing concept, supported by a nursing theory, and address the following components included in a concept analysis:

·    Definition of concept

·    Identification of three attributes of the concept

·    Description of one antecedent and one consequence of the concept

·    Identification of two empirical referents

·    A brief explanation of theoretical applications of the concept (How is the concept relevant to a nursing theory?)

This information does not have to be comprehensive but provides a foundation to the upcoming assignment. Be sure to include scholarly references.

NR 501 Week 2 Importance of Theory Assignment Paper – REQUIREMENTS

Description of the Assignment

This assignment focuses on the importance of nursing theory within the profession. Selecting one nursing theory (non-nursing theories are not allowed), the nursing theory will be presented by identifying the key concepts present within the theory. The selected nursing theory will then be applied to ONE of the following professional nursing practice areas:

• Education (e.g. undergraduate, staff development, etc.)

• Leadership (e.g. nurse executive, manager, leader, etc.)

• Informatics (e.g. data management, etc.)

• Healthcare policy (e.g. application to local, state, national, or global healthcare concerns, etc.)

• Nurse practitioner

Criteria for NR 501 Week 2 Importance of Theory Assignment Paper Content

1. Introduction: The introduction requires the following information.

• Statements about nursing theory in general

• Identification of the ONE nursing theory (non-nursing theories are not allowed) selected by the student to be used within this assignment. The specific selected nursing theory may be from any of the three categories of nursing theory (i.e. grand, middle-range, or practice), but must be a specific nursing theory (i.e. Orem, Roy, Benner, etc.); a category may not be used.

• Identification of the sections of the paper.

• References from nursing literature are required.

2. Importance of Nursing Theory:

This section requires the following information.

• Present an analysis of the importance of nursing theory, in general, to the nursing profession. Each of the following questions are to be answered.

o Why should the study of nursing theory be included in a master’s program?

o How is nursing theory useful to the nursing profession?

o How can nursing theory be used to separate the nursing profession from other healthcare professions?

o What would be ONE concern regarding the use of nursing theory within the profession?

• References from nursing literature are required.

3. Summary of Selected Nursing Theory:

This section requires the following information.

• Present the name and author of the selected nursing theory (bibliographic and historical information about the theory or theorist is NOT included). Identify when the nursing theory was initially published and the latest edition of the selected nursing theory.

• Provide a summary of the key concepts contained within the selected nursing theory.

• Provide a detailed description of how this nursing theory addresses each of the metaparadigms/ concepts (person, health, environment, and nursing profession) associated with nursing.

• Identify why this nursing theory selected and its potential use within the student’s selected Master’s track (i.e. education, leadership, informatics, healthcare policy, or nurse practitioner)

• References from nursing literature are required.

4. Application of Specific Nursing Theory to Selected Professional Nursing Practice area:

This section includes the following elements:

• Present a discussion of how the selected nursing theory defines and explains one of the following professional nursing practice areas:

o Education (e.g. undergraduate, staff development, etc.)

o Leadership (e.g. nurse executive, manager, leader, etc.)

o Informatics (e.g. data management, etc.)

o Healthcare policy (e.g. application to local, state, national, or global healthcare concerns, etc.)

o Nurse practitioner

• Present 2 (two) examples illustrating the above information. Professional examples come from a student’s own practice experiences or from the scholarly literature. If the example is from the student’s experience, identify this as the source by using the first person in describing the example.

• Keep each example succinct (about 1 – 3 paragraphs).

• References from nursing literature are required.

5. Conclusion:

This section includes the following elements:

• Summarizes presented information regarding theory in general and its use within the nursing profession • Summarizes the selected nursing theory.

• Presents self-reflection regarding what was learned from writing this assignment.

Criteria for Format and Special Instructions

1. A nursing theory was used.

2. This assignment must be submitted to TurnItIn™, as required by the TurnItIn™ policy. A Similarity Index of “blue” or “green” must be obtained. A score in the blue or green range indicates a similarity of less than 24% which is the benchmark for CCN graduate nursing students. Any other level of similarity index level requires the student to revise the assignment before the due date and time. To allow sufficient time for revision, early submission of the assignment to TurnItIn™ is highly encouraged. The final submission will be graded by faculty. If a Turnitin™ report indicates that plagiarism has occurred, the Academic Integrity policy will be followed.

3. A minimum of 4 (four) scholarly references must be used. A dictionary, required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment. References are current – within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them. For additional information regarding scholarly resources, please see “What is a scholarly source?” located in the Course Resource tab. Information from .com websites may be incorrect.

4. Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.

5. The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least 5, but no more than 7 pages. Points will be lost for not meeting these length requirements.

6. Ideas and information that come from scholarly sources must be cited and referenced correctly.

7. Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.

8. PLEASE note: Do not rely on .com sites to identify the nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.

PREPARING THE NR 501 Week 2 Importance of Theory Assignment Paper ASSIGNMENT

Criteria for Format and Special Instructions

9. This assignment must be submitted to TurnItIn™, as required by the TurnItIn™ policy. A Similarity Index of “blue” or “green” must be obtained. A score in the blue or green range indicates a similarity of less than 24% which is the benchmark for CCN graduate nursing students. Any other level of similarity index level requires the student to revise the assignment before the due date and time. To allow sufficient time for revision, early submission of the assignment to TurnItIn™ is highly encouraged. The final submission will be graded by faculty. If a Turnitin™ report indicates that plagiarism has occurred, the Academic Integrity policy will be followed.

10. A minimum of 4 (four) scholarly references must be used. A dictionary, required textbooks for this course, and Chamberlain College of Nursing lesson information may NOT be used as scholarly references for this assignment. References are current – within a 5-year time frame unless a valid rationale is provided and the instructor has approved them.

11. Title page, running head, body of paper, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the 6th edition of the manual. This includes the use of headings for each section of the paper except for the introduction where no heading is used.

12. The paper (excluding the title page and reference page) should be at least 5, but no more than 7 pages. Points will be lost for not meeting these length requirements.

13. Ideas and information that come from scholarly sources must be cited and referenced correctly.

14. Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, and punctuation are followed and consistent with formal, scientific writing.

15. PLEASE note: Do not rely on .com sites to identify the nursing theory as they do not provide accurate information in all cases.

Nursing knowledge is classified in a variety of ways, one of which is Carper’s Patterns of Knowing (Carper,1978). Carper’s framework offers a lens through which the nurse can reflect upon insights acquired through empirical, ethical, personal, and aesthetic knowledge (Carper, 1978). Through intentional reflection using Carper’s Patterns of Knowing, nurses can process experiential learning and knowledge acquired through practice. The purpose of this assignment is to reflect upon a specific practice situation and better understand the professional knowledge and insights obtained through that experience.

Criteria for Content

• Think of a surprising or challenging practice situation in which you felt underprepared, unprepared, or uncomfortable.
• Select an important nursing issue/topic that was inherent to the identified situation.
• Briefly explain the situation
• Identify the nursing issue inherent in the identified situation

·        As a method of refection, use Carper’s Patterns of Knowing to analyze the situation. In your discussion, address ONE of the following Patterns of Knowing:

o   What do you think was the underlying reason for the situation? (Esthetics)

o   What were your thoughts and feeling in the situation? (Personal)

o   What was one personal belief that impacted your actions? (Ethics)

o   What evidence in nursing literature supports the nursing importance of the identified issue? (Empirical)

• What new insights did you gain through this reflective practice opportunity? How will this apply to your practice as a nurse practitioner? Be sure to use scholarly literature to support your position.

NR 501 Week 1 Discussion; Theory in Nursing

For many students enrolled in NR 501, this is an initial course for nursing theory.  So, let’s have a debate!!!  Is nursing theory important to the nursing profession? In particular, is it important for nurse practitioners? Does theory inform nurse practitioner practice? If you believe that it is important, explain why it is useful. If you do not believe that it is useful, explain why nursing theory is not necessary to the profession?

REFERENCES

NR 501 Week 2 Assignment The Importance of Theory Paper

NR 501 Week 2 Reflective Essay

NR 501 Week 4 Assignment Concept Analysis

NR 501 Week 5 Assignment Person Centered – Application of Theory

NR 501 Week 6 Assignment Application of Nursing Theory 1

NR 501 Week 6 Assignment Application of Nursing Theory 2

NR 501 Week 7 Assignment Theoretical Framework to Support Evidence-Based Practice Presentation

NR 501 Week 1 Discussion Importance of Theory in Nursing

NR 501 Week 2 Discussion Significance of Nursing Concepts within the Profession

NR 501 Week 3 Discussion Steps of Concept Analysis

NR 501 Week 4 Discussion Connection Between Theory and Advanced Clinical Practice

NR 501 Week 5 Discussion Analysis

NR 501 Week 6 Discussion Borrowed (non-nursing) Theories Applied to the Nursing Profession

NR 501 Week 6 Discussion, Middle Range Theory

NR 501 Week 7 Discussion Nursing Theory Applied to Research

NR 501 Week 8 Discussion Course Reflection and Future Application

UNIVERSITY: Chamberlain University

COURSE: NR-501 Theoretical Basis for Advanced Nursing Practice

NR 501 Week 2 Assignment The Importance of Theory Paper

NR 501 Week 2 Reflective Essay

NR 501 Week 4 Assignment Concept Analysis

NR 501 Week 5 Assignment Person Centered – Application of Theory

NR 501 Week 6 Assignment Application of Nursing Theory 1

NR 501 Week 6 Assignment Application of Nursing Theory 2

NR 501 Week 7 Assignment Theoretical Framework to Support Evidence-Based Practice Presentation

NR 501 Week 1 Discussion Importance of Theory in Nursing

NR 501 Week 2 Discussion Significance of Nursing Concepts within the Profession

NR 501 Week 3 Discussion Steps of Concept Analysis

NR 501 Week 4 Discussion Connection Between Theory and Advanced Clinical Practice

NR 501 Week 5 Discussion Analysis

NR 501 Week 6 Discussion Borrowed (non-nursing) Theories Applied to the Nursing Profession

NR 501 Week 6 Discussion, Middle Range Theory

NR 501 Week 7 Discussion Nursing Theory Applied to Research

NR 501 Week 8 Discussion Course Reflection and Future Application

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Phase 2 - Task 1

Task Type:
 

Discussion Board

Deliverable Length:
 

750–1,000 words + 2 responses (100 words each)

 

Primary Discussion Response is due by Wednesday Now that you have evaluated the marketing environment and established some marketing goals for MM, it is time to get started with the new product plan. The first step is to research the mobile phone market. Without knowing who is buying phones in certain market segments, Michelle won’t know how to market MM’s new product. She needs your help to determine who the market is for the new product.

Primary Task Response: Read the dialogue below. Within the Discussion Board area, write 750–1,000 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Michelle knows that MM needs to determine who the target customer is for the new product. She knows that marketing research needs to be done as part of this market segmentation and product development processes, but she is not well-acquainted with some of the details that are involved in the processes. She has stopped by your office to ask some questions.

“Thanks for canceling your other meeting this afternoon,” she says.

“No problem,” you say. “I rescheduled my meeting with multimedia; it actually works out better for them, too.”

“I’ve heard about quantitative and qualitative research, but I’m not sure I really understand the difference between the two,” she begins. “I’m sure there are advantages and disadvantages to each of them, but without knowing, I’m not sure which type of research we need to conduct. What do you think?”

Before you can respond, Michelle’s cell phone vibrates.

“Excuse me, I have to take this,” she says.

Michelle takes her call and then stands up.

“Well, I’m sorry to do this, but I have an emergency that I have to deal with right now,” she says. “Would you do me a favor? Send me a memo that explains those two types of research and include brief explanations about the advantages and disadvantages of each. I’d like to be able to speak intelligibly to this at the next board meeting.”

“Sure,” you respond, thinking that this will make for a pretty lengthy e-mail. “I'll also include how each method can help us define our target market. Will that help?”

“Yes, great idea,” she replies.

“Ok! I’ll get that to you by close of business tomorrow,” you say.

 

 

 

Phase 2 - Task 2

Task Type:
 

Individual Project

Deliverable Length:
 

1–2 page memo (excluding cover and reference pages)

 

Weekly tasks or assignments (Individual or Group Projects) will be due by Monday and late submissions will be assigned a late penalty in accordance with the late penalty policy found in the syllabus. NOTE: All submission posting times are based on midnight Central Time.

Michelle has asked you to send her a memo that explains the target market for MM’s new product. Because a global market is under consideration, she wants you and Elena to meet for an in-depth discussion of the different characteristics of your target market before sending her the information.

Elena meets you for coffee the next morning to explain her reasons for advocating the global market. As you finish your discussion, Elena stops and says,

"We've discussed a lot of different market segments to target with the new product, but the choice comes back to you," says Elena. "What's your final decision on the target market that we should focus on? Are you going to propose that we try to market this product globally?

You sigh, knowing this is a key decision in your marketing strategy. "I appreciate our discussion today. I'm going to have to do some more research to determine the exact market and if we should go global or not."

You know Michelle is expecting a detailed description of your targeted market segment including justification for selecting the market. You also need to remember to include your recommendation for or against marketing globally.

·         What are the demographic characteristics of your target market and why are they important?

·         Where is your target market located geographically and why is that important?

·         What psychographic characteristics define your target market? How do these impact your marketing strategy?

·         What behavioral characteristics are shared by your target market? Why are these important?