INTRODUCTION The term “ethnography” has come to be equated with virtually any qualitative research project (e.g., see Research Gateway) where the intent is to provide a detailed, in-depth description of everyday life and practice. This is sometimes referred to as “thick description” — a term attributed to the anthropologist Clifford Geertz writing on the idea of an […]

SCENARIO Clients with personality disorders often find it difficult to overcome their problems and function in daily life. Even when these clients are aware that they have a dysfunction with their personality and are open to counseling, treatment can be challenging for both the client and the therapist. For this Discussion, as you examine personality […]

Case Study GENITALIA ASSESSMENT Subjective: CC: “I have bumps on my bottom that I want to have checked out.” HPI: AB, a 21-year-old WF college student reports to your clinic with external bumps on her genital area. She states the bumps are painless and feel rough. She states she is sexually active and has had […]

Background Health:  A Community View Historical Factors:  Community Health Nursing in Context Community Assessment and Population Health Problems  Read chapters 1, 2 & 6 of the class textbook, and review the attached PowerPoint presentations once done, answer the following questions. TASK 1.  In your own words define the concept community.  Compare and contrast the definitions of health from a public health […]

QUESTION Select a Transcultural Nursing Model/Theory. Briefly explain the model/theory in your own words so your classmates will understand the general premises of the model/theory. Then, explain how you would be able to apply the model in your practice setting. CASE STUDY Model: The Purnell model for cultural competence (PMCC) The Purnell model for cultural […]

CASE STUDY ‘Jenny Cochran, a graduate of The University of Tennessee with 4 years of experience as an equities analyst, was recently brought in as assistant to the chairman of the board of Computron Industries, a manufacturer of computer components. During the previous year, Computron had doubled its plant capacity, opened new sales offices outside […]

ASSIGNMENT Write a critical appraisal that demonstrates comprehension of two quantitative research studies. Use the “Research Critique Guidelines – Part II” document to organize your essay. Successful completion of this assignment requires that you provide a rationale, include examples, and reference content from the study in your responses. Use the practice problem and two quantitative, […]

ASSIGNMENT Examine the case of Baby Boy Doe (Darr, 2011, p. 16.) The objective of this assignment is to get you to think critically about real-life ethical dilemmas and the moral principals involved. There is no right or wrong answer, just try to look at this case subjectively. Most of the time, resolving ethical dilemmas […]

INTRODUCTION High-quality preschool education produces substantial long-term educational, social, and economic benefits (Barnett, 2004). However, children can only benefit from high-quality services if they are able to participate. Variability in state financial commitment to early childhood programs, differences in eligibility requirements, and overall issues of access to high-quality care vary widely, creating a large gap […]

INSTRUCTIONS As you have been learning, the field of early childhood is one of great breadth. Understanding the field requires knowledge of the rich and complex variety of early programs and services that exist in support of young children and their families, where programs are offered and to whom, the standards that shape programs, and […]