It is advised to select the appropriate philosophical perspective during the process of research for choosing the appropriate methodology (Sim and Wright, 2000). The selection of the approach will depend on the three elements of philosophical assumption about the knowledge around the topic, plan of the inquiry and the well crafted process of data collection,…
Impact of Leadership Development in Healthcare
A crucial factor dominating health organisations in NSW, Australia and the world has been identified as patient safety and quality of care. Literature indicates that in order to achieve these objectives, there is need for effective clinical leadership to occur. This essay will discuss and analyse the impact of leadership development, with a focus on…
Role Development of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners
Role Development of Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNPs) Introduction Roles for nurses continue to evolve as nurses find a way to satisfy the growing and expanding needs of a wide range of patients and communities throughout our population. Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) are taking increasing clinical responsibilities when providing mental health care…
Recommendations for Healthcare Worker Health and Safety
Liz Rushe Comprehensive plan and aims Outline the aims of the assignment and background details of the setting My name is Elizabeth Rushe, I am currently doing a healthcare QQI awards course, as part of my course work and assignments, and I have to do some work experience, in a nursing home setting, for sixty…
Health and Nutrition of Developing Nations
Timothy Lee It may seem as an overwhelming task when attempting to understand the factors that are related to the health and nutrition of many, if not all, of the developing nations around the world. There is though one reoccurring factor that is constantly mentioned no matter where you begin your research into the issue,…
The Personal Protective Equipment Health And Social Care Essay
Scenario # 1: The Medical Assistant is preparing to perform a venipuncture on a patient who has come into the office for their annual physical exam. To prevent exposure to blood you must wear personal protective equipment (PPE). When a medical assistant is performing or assisting with a venipuncture, the expected PPE to be used…
Public Health Funding Analysis
Introduction The public health system is comprised of complex layers of federal, state and local powers that come together to address the needs of many. The programs, organizations and clinics that serve these needs require support at all levels and are often subject to inadequate and unpredictable funding, varied infrastructure and shifting priorities. These factors…
Occupational Science And Occupational Therapy
This assignment is aimed at establishing occupation as the link between occupational science (academic discipline) and occupational therapy (a profession) (Cohn 2003). Both occupational science and occupational therapy has a passion to solve performance problem or occupational dysfunction by applying occupation as a tool. Hence the complexity of occupation requires activities analysis as a process…
Factors of Transformational Nursing Leaders
A great nursing leader sets the gold standard for all others to follow by being committed and passionate about their work. A true leader is able to mentor, to coach, to listen to others, offer advice, provide feedback, and to provide encouragement. When reflecting upon great nursing leaders, most exhibit the transformational leadership style which…
Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Accountability and Leadership
This essay is a critical reflection on the NMC mentor outcomes of assessment and accountability and Leadership. The changes brought about by development of nursing education was explored as well as NMC providing guidance through standards. Assessment and accountability and leadership was examined extensively. A practical observation of assessment in my clinical area was critically…