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Acute 222 Seminar Case Study InstructionsIndividual Readiness & Class Participation

Due: Papers must be posted to the NRS 222 Course page by Wednesday @ 0900 the day of seminar. This portion of the assignment is an Individual one, not a group or partner assignment.

Worth: 20 points. Note: All questions must be answered. Answers should also reflect incorporation of professional and ethical foundations reflected in the Nurse Practice Act and other nursing literature (textbooks, professional nursing organizations).

1. At least one week prior to seminar; the case study will be posted for review.

2. Focused learning questions will be posted throughout the case study for the individual student to prepare a readiness response.

3. Responses to the questions should be insightful and show evidence of critical thinking. Evidence based research is used to research the answers and must be cited per APA format, (spacing and numbering, title page, short background, sub-titles for each section, and resources cited appropriately). A minimum of three reliable scholarly references must be provided that is no more than 5 years old.

4. No more than 15% of the paper should be cited quotes from the resources used. Please know that the case studies may be submitted to “Turnitin.com” and checked against a similarity index of resources and other student’s assignments. If sources are not cited and appropriately attributed to the author your assignment will be given a zero grade and may be considered plagiarized. Please be sure you are familiar with the academic integrity policy in your Nursing Program Policy manual.

5. I am not looking for a book, most papers should require less than 10 pages.

6. Answers to questions need to incorporate accurate information, appropriate critical thinking, and prioritization of essential elements for the questions posed.

7. Attach a copy of both rubrics to the case study submission.8. Bring a copy of your submitted responses to seminar with you and

be prepared to discuss your responses.

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Seminar Grading Rubric: Attach to your case study and submit

Criteria Points EarnedResponses to case study questions:

All questions are answered thoroughly Responses demonstrate original thought process Responses demonstrate critical thinking ability Responses are specific to case study Responses are accurate Responses are prioritized appropriately Responses contain rationale and essential elements

7

Evidence based Resources presented: Supports responses Less than 15% quotes Minimum of 3 resources and must be less than 5 years

old

1.5

Writing Paper is organized, clear, and easy to read Correct APA format Correct spelling and grammar

1.5

Total 10

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Participation Rubric:Points are awarded based on student participation in discussions during seminar.

Criteria Points Earned Student contributes to the team discussion by providing

examples, clarification, and/or asking appropriate questions

Student’s responses show evidence of an understanding of the patient’s condition and needs

Student is able to apply nursing concept to other patient situations.

2

2

2

Student participates in active listening while other team members are talking

2

Student is respectful of differing points of view and time. (no side bar conversations, or sleeping in class)

2

Total 10