Examine a patient centered protocol/policy at the facility where you practice that incorporates evidence-based practice and possibly a theoretical framework (theory of nursing)

INTRODUCTION

The purpose of Module C-Part II is to allow students an opportunity to assess an existing hospital or clinical policy/protocol by using an existing nursing theory. This short assignment is completed using the Module C Part II template with an emphasis of incorporating nursing theory into protocols/policies existing within facilities.

MODULE OBJECTIVES  

Evaluate a patient-centered clinical protocol or policy using evidence-based practice and a nursing theory.

Describe relevant theories that support inter-professional collaborative practice.

REQUIRED READINGS

1. American Psychological Association (APA). Publication manual of the American Psychological Association (7th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association
2. Masters, K. (2015). Nursing Theories: A framework for professional practice (2nd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.
3. Module C Textbook and other Readings:
4. Chapters based upon selected theorist/theory
5. Hospital or other facility policy/protocol
6. Additional literature, i.e. journal articles, etc

NOTE: IF you currently do not work in a health care facility, you can access generic hospital policies/protocols online. You may use one of these published policies/protocols for this assignment. You will need to cite it in your reference list.

ASSIGNMENTS

NURS 4343 Policy template 2020

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Examine a patient centered protocol/policy at the facility where you practice that incorporates evidence-based practice and possibly a theoretical framework (theory of nursing). This is an assignment that is contained within a template format (see red template attachment above).

NOTE: A policy/protocol generally outlines the care that will be provided to patients in a designated area of practice. Theories do not describe how a procedure is performed, but offer foundational knowledge to understand underlying dynamics occurring within patients and/or the setting.

We strongly discourage students from using Nightingale as well as Henderson’s theories for this assignment. For this to be meaningful and useful in your clinical settings, we want you to use a contemporary nursing theory. Your textbook has many to choose from!

Questions for Consideration:

Answer these within the template in the designated columns of the assignment.

1. Does this sample policy incorporate a theoretical framework (nursing theory)?
2. If so, which one? Is it appropriated applied? Could it be improved? 100 words minimum.These two questions are clearly answered: Why is this a good choice of theory? How does the theory apply to this policy?
3. If not, what ONE nursing theory could be incorporated and why? 100 words minimum. These two questions are clearly answered: Why is this a good choice of theory? How does the theory apply to this policy?
4. How would you re-write this policy/protocol using ONE nursing theory (either the same one only with stronger influence (if one is present), or a different one, if one is present) or the one suggested in part C if not present currently?   Focus on incorporating 3 specific theory concepts/terms/phrases into the policy.  Make changes directly into the policy as noted in the template. Any nursing theory concept/term/phrase added needs to be cited, briefly defined and clearly highlighted.  To do this thoroughly, we are looking for 70 words minimum with rationale as to why you are adding this specific section. You will do this twice, in two different sections of the chosen policy, and as noted in the template.

Patient-Centered Protocol/Policy Assignment Submission

Please refer to class schedule for due date and time.

Writing Expectations:

This is a template-based assignment. Use the first page for a title page, page 2 to copy (with citation and proper reference) the policy/protocol as noted in the facility. Page 3-5 is in template format for you to record your thoughts. Note the word minimums for each section above. This is a scholarly assignment that needs to demonstrate your understanding of how a nursing theory is implemented in the clinical setting via policies. The last page is a reference list.

References:

A minimum of 3 scholarly/peer-reviewed references that include your textbook, the policy/procedure that you are using and the selected theorist. Theory websites are not considered scholarly.