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NR519 Applied Nursing Practice across the Health Continuum

Module 3 Discussion

Consider the value of advanced holistic health assessment and respond to the following.

Create a case scenario describing the health of an individual from a holistic perspective. In your scenario, describe the physical, psychosocial, cultural, economic, and environmental factors influencing the health of the individual.

How might the principles of holistic health assessment be applied in this scenario to gather additional insight?

Where is this individual on the health continuum? Propose two strategies to promote health outcomes and include your rationale.

 

NR519 Applied Nursing Practice across the Health Continuum

Module 5 Discussion

Reflect upon emerging knowledge of and best practices within genetics and genomics. Review the Essential Genetic and Genomic Competencies for Nurses with Graduate Degrees (American Nurses Association, 2011). Consider how the MSN-prepared nurse can support these efforts and respond to the following.

Describe a case scenario involving an individual with genetic disease. In your scenario, discuss how the disease impacts the individual's health within the context of the health continuum.

Identify one professional practice competency and one professional responsibility competency from the Essential Genetic and Genomic Competencies for Nurses with Graduate Degrees. Explain how each of the two selected competencies can support person-centered care in this scenario.

Equipped with the competencies noted, how might the MSN-prepared nurse facilitate health promotion and disease management for this case scenario?

In what ways might the pathophysiological, pharmacological, and nutritional aspects of this case influence health promotion?

 

NR519 Applied Nursing Practice across the Health Continuum

Module 7 Discussion

Review the case study below and respond to the questions that follow.

You recently began a new position in occupational health that involves the development of health promotional interventions for individuals who are at risk for chronic disease. One of the higher-risk populations served is a group of individuals who work in a local coal mining industry. In addition to the occupational health risks of coal mining, this group of clients often presents with health risks that include increased alcohol intake, primary diet high in carbohydrates and animal fats, elevated BMI, tobacco history, and financial challenges, often subsisting from one paycheck to the next in order to provide for families.

Based upon the information provided, for which chronic illnesses might you anticipate this vulnerable population to be at risk?Select one chronic illness for which this group is at risk. How is the pathophysiology of the disease impacted by the environmental and lifestyle risk factors noted in the case scenario?

How might pharmacological treatment of that chronic illness contribute to disease management?

Propose one educational and one nutritional intervention to promote the health of this vulnerable group.

 

NR519 Applied Nursing Practice across the Health Continuum

Module 8 Discussion

Consider the perspectives and variables that influence person-centered care at the end of life and respond to the following.

Discuss the variables that impact end-of-life care, including differing perceptions of death and dying, cultural practices, personal experiences, and circumstances surrounding the dying process.

How might application of the synergy model provide a framework for person-centered care of individuals and families at the end of life?

In what ways do you feel your personal perceptions and experiences might impact nursing care at the end of life?