PurposeIn this assignment, you will assess the impact of health legislation on nursing practice and communicate your analysis to your peers. GovTrack.us provides a list of federal health bills that are currently in process in Congressional Committees.Course OutcomesThis assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:CO4: Integrates clinical nursing judgment using effective communication strategies with patients, colleagues, and other healthcare providers. (PO#4)CO7: Integrates the professional role of leader, teacher, communicator, and manager of care to plan cost-effective, quality healthcare to consumers in structured and unstructured settings. (PO#7)DirectionsA short tutorial with tips for completing this assignment may be viewed here: Healthcare Policy (Links to an external site.)This assignment will be in the format of a PowerPoint presentation (Bullet points may be used).You are educating your peers through this presentation regarding a federal bill you believe may be of interest to nurses.Go to https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/subjects/health/6130 (Links to an external site.)Choose a health-related federal bill of interest. Read through the bill and develop a summary in your own words. Include the bill number and name.Here is a link to our U.S. legislative process (bill to law) for review, if needed.https://www.congress.gov/legislative-process (Links to an external site.)Tutorial: For those not familiar with the development of a PowerPoint slideshow, the following link to the Microsoft website may be helpful -https://support.office.com/office-training-center?redirectSourcePath=%252fen-us%252farticle%252fb8f02f81-ec85-4493-a39b-4c48e6bc4bfb (Links to an external site.)Include the following information in your presentationTitle slide (Your name, NR451, session, Healthcare Policy assignment)Bill name and number (indicate either H.B. or S.B.)Bill summary (in your own words)Address how this bill might impact professional nursing practice standards if passed? If not passed?How might the bill impact your own nursing practice?How might you communicate your concerns about or support for this bill based on nursing practice, standards, or patient outcomes?How might this bill impact your community?References slide to include the Bill source in APA format.No more than 12 slidesBest PracticesThe following are best practices in preparing this presentation.Review directions and rubric thoroughly prior to beginning assignment.Watch short Kaltura video.Incorporate graphics, clip art, or photographs to increase interest.Make slides easy to read with short bullet points and large font.Source CitationsCite all sources on the appropriate slides with (author, year) as well as on the Reference slide.Spell check for spelling and grammar errors prior to final submission.Use the rubric as a final check prior to submission to ensure all content is clearly addressed.RubricWeek 3 Healthcare Policy RubricWeek 3 Healthcare Policy RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeBill Identification and SummaryA bill (name and number) is identified and key points are summarized using own words.30.0 ptsName and number of bill is clearly identified using assigned website. Key points of bill are clearly summarized using own words.26.0 ptsName and number of bill is mostly identified using assigned website. Key points of bill are clearly summarized using own words.24.0 ptsOnly part of the bill is identified and/or is missing one of the elements in the first column.11.0 ptsThree elements in column one are missing and/or are vague.0.0 ptsThree elements in column one are missing and/or are vague.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeImpact of Bill on Nursing Practice StandardsAddresses possible impact of bill on nursing practice standards if bill is passed and if not passed.30.0 ptsThoroughly addresses and describes detailed potential impact on nursing practice standards, if bill is passed and if not passed.26.0 ptsSatisfactorily identifies and describes possible impact on nursing practice standards, if bill is passed; and, if not passed.24.0 ptsBriefly, identifies and describes possible impact on nursing practice standards, if bill is passed; and, if not passed.11.0 ptsMinimal identification and descriptions of possible impact on nursing practice standards.0.0 ptsNo description of the possible impact on nursing practice standards.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeImpact of Bill on Own Nursing PracticeAddresses possible impact on own nursing practice if bill is passes; if not passed.30.0 ptsIdentifies and describes detailed potential impact of bill on own nursing practice, if bill is passed and, if not passed.26.0 ptsSatisfactorily identifies and describes possible impact on own nursing practice if bill is passed; and, if not passed.24.0 ptsBriefly identifies and describes possible impact on own nursing practice if bill is passed; and, if not passed.11.0 ptsMinimal identification and descriptions of possible impact on own nursing practice.0.0 ptsNo description of the possible impact on own nursing practice.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCommunication StrategiesAddress strategies you might use to communicate your concerns or support for the bill with legislators and peers.30.0 ptsThoroughly addresses communication strategies to legislators and peers regarding concerns or support for the bill.26.0 ptsSatisfactorily addresses communication strategies to legislators and peers regarding concerns or support for the bill.24.0 ptsCommunication strategies are addressed but content is vague or missing one element from column one.11.0 ptsCommunication strategies are missing elements from column one0.0 ptsCommunication strategies are not addressed.30.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCommunity Impact of BillDiscuss at least 1 possible impact this bill might have on your community35.0 ptsDetails of at least one potential community impact of bill are included.31.0 ptsSatisfactory description of one possible community impact included.28.0 ptsBrief description of one possible community impact included.13.0 ptsMinimal description of one possible community impact included.0.0 ptsNo discussion of possible community impact.35.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics, Organization, and APA formatPowerPoint slides are clear, organized, and logical. References slide is included. Content is error free in grammar and spelling. Proper APA formatting used for citations and references slide.20.0 ptsExcellent mechanics, organization, and formatting used with minimal errors and used best practices for PowerPoint.18.0 ptsGood mechanics, organization, and/or formatting used.16.0 ptsFair mechanics, organization, and/or formatting used.8.0 ptsPoor mechanics, organization, and/or formatting used.0.0 ptsVery poor mechanics, organization, and/or formatting used.20.0 ptsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of Correct Government Website0.0 ptsFull Marks0 points lost Use of Correct Government Website0.0 ptsIncorrect or Unapproved use of a Government Website Results in 17.5 points (10%) lost0.0 ptsNo Marks0.0 ptsTotal Points: 175.0PreviousNext

1.Becoming a Change Agent--Active Listening Active listening is one of the most powerful skills that can be used to connect with another human being. It is a technique that allows us to really be present for another person that extends far beyond “normal,” everyday conversations.At some point this week engage in a brief conversation with a friend, family member, co-worker or other person in your life.For the purpose of this discussion topic, please complete the following:1. During your conversation, take note of your active listening skills, such as eye contact, body language, silence, and verbal minimal encouragers.2. Concentrate on following the speaker's train of thought and see how many of the active listening skills mentioned in the textbook you used during the conversation.3. Respond to the following questions:a.  Did the results surprise you?b.  Were there some active listening skills that you demonstrated more than others?c.  Which skills do you need to practice?d.  What was hard and/or rewarding about this experience?4. Be sure and use in-text citations and references when you mention information from the textbook. 2.You Look Great for Your Age!: The Dimensions of Ageism Your readings for this discussion explore ageism and the implications of this injustice. In particular, this discussion focuses on the many ways that ageism is perpetuated in the U.S.For the purposes of this discussion please respond to the following:1.  Give 3 examples of the ways that ageism is perpetuated in our society.2.  What are some of the underlying factors which might account for discrimination against older persons?3.  What is the impact/personal cost of ageism?4.  Why should we care?5.  Do any of the examples you offered in #1 represent an intersection with other forms of oppression? Please explain3. Freedom of Religion and the Work Place http://www.eeoc.gov/laws/types/index.cfm2. Respond to the following questions.a.What role, if any, do you believe religion plays in the workplace?b.How far should a workplace be required to go to accommodate religious practice? (i.e. religious holidays, daily prayer time, religious expression at work (religious symbols in offices, saying "God bless you" on voice mail recordings)c.Is it possible to affirm our different religious (and nonreligious) beliefs in the workplace and still be good employees and co-workers? Please explain.

Week 4: Discussion Board Posting22 unread replies.22 replies.Describe factors that influence the development of prevention-oriented health policyDiscuss how the advanced practice nurse can promote health and prevent disease on a national and global level