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🌍 Walden University Mission & Vision Mission: Walden’s mission is to provide a diverse community of career professionals with the opportunity to transform themselves as scholar-practitioners so they can effect positive social change. Vision: Walden envisions a world where knowledge is used to positively impact individuals, communities, and societies, with graduates serving as catalysts for…
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Study Notes: Focused SOAP Note for Anxiety, PTSD, and OCD Introduction A Focused SOAP Note is a structured documentation method used by healthcare professionals to record patient encounters. SOAP stands for Subjective, Objective, Assessment, and Plan. This format is particularly useful in mental health settings to track symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment progress for conditions like…
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Differences Between a Board of Nursing and a Professional Nurse Association Feature Board of Nursing Professional Nurse Association Purpose Regulatory body ensuring public safety Advocacy and professional development Authority Legal authority to enforce laws and discipline No legal authority; offers support and education Functions Licensure, discipline, scope of practice Networking, continuing education, lobbying Membership Appointed…
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1. Introduction to Personality Assessment Personality assessment is a systematic process of evaluating individual differences in behavior, emotion, cognition, and interpersonal functioning. The handbook by Weiner and Greene is a foundational text that integrates theory, psychometrics, and clinical application. Purpose: To guide clinicians, researchers, and students in selecting, administering, scoring, and interpreting personality tests. Scope:…
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Part 1: Nursing Informatics in Health Care Definition and Scope Nursing informatics is a specialty that integrates nursing science with information and computer sciences to manage and communicate data, information, and knowledge in nursing practice. It supports nurses in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care by leveraging technology. Key Components Electronic Health Records (EHRs): Digital versions of…
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Introduction Informatics and Nursing-Sensitive Quality Indicators (NSQIs) are essential components of modern healthcare systems. Informatics refers to the use of information technology to collect, analyze, and apply data to improve patient care. NSQIs are metrics that reflect the quality and safety of nursing care and its impact on patient outcomes. Together, they support evidence-based practice,…
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Keirsey Temperament Test Overview The Keirsey Temperament Sorter is a personality assessment developed by Dr. David Keirsey. It is based on the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) but focuses more on behavior and temperament. The test categorizes individuals into four temperaments: Artisan, Guardian, Idealist, and Rational. Key Temperaments Artisan (SP) Traits: Bold, spontaneous, adaptable, and action-oriented.…
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Chapter 9: Super’s Developmental Theory Overview Donald Super’s Developmental Theory is a foundational framework in career development, emphasizing the evolving nature of career choices across the lifespan. Super proposed that career development is a lifelong process influenced by self-concept, life roles, and developmental stages. Key Concepts Self-Concept Super believed that career choices reflect an individual’s…
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1. Introduction to Psychoneuroimmunology Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) is an interdisciplinary field that explores the interactions between the psychological processes, the nervous system, and the immune system. It investigates how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors influence physical health, particularly immune function. PNI bridges psychology, neuroscience, immunology, and endocrinology to understand the mind-body connection and its impact on disease…
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1. Introduction Stress is a natural physiological and psychological response to challenges or demands. It can be both positive and negative, depending on how it is perceived and managed. In psychology and health sciences, stress is categorized into two main types: eustress and distress. Additionally, prolonged exposure to unmanaged stress can lead to burnout, a…