dq 1
History of Standard of Care in Nursing
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Discuss the origins, history, and evolution of “Standards of Care” (SOC) in nursing, and their application to nursing practice today. Include the following elements in your response:
- Define what is meant by “Standards of Care” in nursing, and distinguish between internal and external SOCs.
- Discuss the origins and history of SOC, including major contributors and major factors, events, and decisions that have influenced and shaped it
Your initial post is to be about 150 words, referenced with at least one APA formatted reference. The reference can be a text, an assigned readings, or a reference you find on your own through the Capella Library.
Response Guidelines
Select one fellow learners’ posts and critique their assessment of the practice case. Discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with their application of SOC. Response post is to be about 75 words and is not required to be APA referenced, but may be.
dq 2
Ethics of Emergency Preparedness
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What are the factors that prevent a city from quickly making necessary changes in processes or procedures? As a member of the community and of the nursing profession, what can a nurse provide to a city’s emergency preparedness plan?
Using the information from the simulation as well as the readings for this unit:
- Describe how lessons learned in the Chicago response to Hurricane Katrina evacuations might apply to Riverbend City’s planning.
- Explain which recommendations from the Wisconsin Division of Public Health might apply.
Your initial post is to be about 150 words, referenced with at least one APA formatted reference. The reference can be a text, an assigned readings, or a reference you find on your own through the Capella Library.
Response Guidelines
Select one
