The media, and Hollywood in particular, represent one avenue in which  the general public

Q 1

The media, and Hollywood in particular, represent one avenue in which  the general public becomes familiar with the role of nurses.   How does the media positively of negatively influence the public's image of nursing?  What other avenues may better educate the general public on the role and scope of nursing as well as the changing health care system.

Q 2

Describe the definition of nursing as put forward by the American Nurses Association. How does it address the metaparadigm theories of nursing?

Q 3

How does knowledge of the foundations and history of nursing provide a context in which to understand current practice? Identify at least three trends in nursing practice from the " nursing Timeline of historical Events" media piece. How have these trends influenced your perspective of nursing practice?

Q 4

Write a formal paper of 750-1,000 words that addresses the following:

1. Discuss the differences in competencies between nurses prepared at the associate-degree level versus the baccalaureate-degree level.

2. Identify a patient care situation in which you describe how nursing care or approaches to decision-making may differ based upon the educational preparation of the nurse (BSN versus a diploma or ADN degree).

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Refer to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Fact Sheet: Creating a More Highly Qualified Nursing Workforce as a resource.

Refer to the assigned readings for concepts that help support your main points.

Refer to “Grand Canyon University College of Nursing Philosophy." This is an informational resource to assist in completing the assignment.

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Q 5

What factors need to be considered when determining whether or not identified actions are within the domain of  nursing practice? Be sure to site current literature in your response.