Assignment: Legislation Comparison Grid and Testimony/Advocacy Statement
As a nurse, how often have you thought to yourself, If I had anything to do about it, things would work a little differently? Increasingly, nurses are beginning to realize that they do, in fact, have a role and a voice.
Many nurses encounter daily experiences that motivate them to take on an advocacy role in hopes of impacting policies, laws, or regulations that impact healthcare issues of interest. Of course, doing so means entering the less familiar world of policy and politics. While many nurses do not initially feel prepared to operate in this space effectively, the reward is the opportunity to shape and influence future health policy.
To Prepare:
Select a bill that has been proposed (not one that has been enacted) using the congressional websites provided in the Learning Resources.
The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Comparison Grid; 1- to 2-page Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement)
Part 1: Legislation Comparison Grid
Based on the health-related bill (proposed, not enacted) you selected, complete the Legislation Comparison Grid Template. Be sure to address the following:
Determine the legislative intent of the bill you have reviewed.
Identify the proponents/opponents of the bill.
Identify the target populations addressed by the bill.
Where in the process is the bill currently? Is it in hearings or committees?
Is it receiving press coverage?
Part 2: Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement
Based on the health-related bill you selected, develop a 1- to 2-page Legislation Testimony/Advocacy Statement that addresses the following:
Advocate a position for the bill you selected and write testimony in support of your position.
Describe how you would address the opponent to your position. Be specific and provide examples.
Recommend at least one amendment to the bill in support of your position.
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Identify four leadership styles associated with path-goal theory(Supportive,Participative, Achievement-Oriented, and Directive Leadership) Explain each style and relate it to styles described in other theories Can leaders exhibit more than one style?

Benchmark – Electronic Health Record Implementation Paper
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies:
2.3: Develop leadership skills to collaborate on interprofessional teams in the provision of evidence-based, patient-centered care.
5.2: Apply professional, ethical, and regulatory standards of practice in the provision of safe, effective health care.
One way informatics can be especially valuable is in capturing data to inspire improvements and quality change in practice. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) collects data related to adverse events and safety concerns. If you are working within a practice setting to implement a new electronic health record (EHR) system, this is just one of the many considerations your team would need to plan for during the rollout process.
In a paper of 1,250-1,500 words, address the following questions related to the advanced registered nurse’s role during this type of scenario:
1) What key information would be needed in the database that would allow you to track opportunities for care improvement?
2) What role does informatics play in the ability to capture this data?
3) Which systems and staff members would need to be involved in the design and implementation process and team?
4) What professional, ethical, and regulatory standards must be incorporated into the design and implementation of the system?
5)How would the EHR team ensure that all order sets are part of the new record?
6) How would you communicate the changes, including any kind of transition plan?
7) What measures and steps would you take to evaluate the success of the EHR implementation from a staff, setting, and patient perspective?
8) What leadership skills and theories would facilitate collaboration with the interprofessional team and provide evidence-based, patient-centered care?
You are required to cite five to 10 sources to complete this assignment. Sources must be published within the last 5 years and appropriate for the assignment criteria and nursing content.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Respiratory System Anatomy and Physiology
Objectives
Identify the anatomical structures of the respiratory system and their functions
Explain the mechanics of breathing
Explain internal and external respiration
Assignment Overview
This practice exercise helps students understand the anatomical structures of the respiratory system.
Deliverables
A one- to two-page (250- to 500-word) paper
Step 1 Explain three difficult concepts.
As you review the information presented in this lesson and the textbook, identify the three most difficult concepts (or parts of a concept) in respiratory anatomy and respiration for most anatomy and physiology students. Select one difficult concept from each of these topic areas:
Anatomy of the Respiratory System
Mechanics of Breathing
Respiration
Step 2 Write an explanation of each concept.
Write a clear one-paragraph explanation of each of these three concepts. Use images from the Internet or those that you scan into the document, if possible. At a minimum, submit a one- to two-page (250- to 500-word) pa

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Discuss the following:
Please answer the following questions and include your rationale and evidence-based research to support your written work.
What does it means to document accurately and appropriately?
What are the documenting guidelines? When is it appropriate to use abbreviations?
What is the difference between subjective and objective data?
What does it mean to demonstrate clinical reasoning skills?
How can you use clinical reasoning to plan the organization of a comprehensive exam?
How will you document variations of normal and abnormal assessment findings?
What factors influence appropriate tools and tests necessary for a comprehensive assessment?
Reflect on personal strengths, limitations, beliefs, prejudices, and values.
How will these impact your ability to collect a comprehensive health history?
How can you develop strong communication skills.
What interviewing techniques will you use to interview the patient to elicit subjective health information about their health history?
What relevant follow-up questions will you use to evaluate patient condition?
How will you demonstrate empathy for patient perspectives, feelings, and sociocultural background?
What opportunities will you take to educate the patient?