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**files (3)**
– ## APAAnnotatedBibliographyTemplate.docx
– ## SynthesisPaperFINALRubric-Copy.pdf
– ## SynthesisPaperGuidelines.pdf
**## APAAnnotatedBibliographyTemplate.docx**
1
**Prejudice in Pretrial Publicity**
Alexis M. Carlson
Department of Human Services, Indian River State College
LIS2004: Introduction to Internet Research
Professor Neely-Sardon
October 14, 2020
**Prejudice in Pretrial Publicity: Annotated Bibliography**
Central Intelligence Agency. (2010).
_Country comparison: Internet users_. The World Factbook Online.
[https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/rankorder/2153rank.html](https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/rankorder/2153rank.html)
The CIA Fact Book provides statistics on internet users in the United States compared to other countries. The Fact Book web site is produced by the United States Central Intelligence Agency which is a trusted source of information. The internet user statistics gives a date of 2008 which was more recent than other similar statistic web sites. The statistics are given in a graphical display with numbers next to each country, ranked in order of highest user. The graphics are clear and appropriate for the statistics and give a comparison of up to 216 countries, a high sample size.
Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism. (2010, March 1).
_Understanding the participatory news consumer._ [http://www.journalism.org/analysis_report/understanding_participatory_news_consumer](http://www.journalism.org/analysis_report/understanding_participatory_news_consumer)
The Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism uses empirical data to study the performance and methods of the news media in today’s society. This study was very recently done and shows the statistics behind new technologies and the way people use them to get involved with the news through social contacts. The Pew Research Center expresses itself as an unbiased source of information. This study in particular contains well researched and organized data necessary in understanding the changing world of journalism.
Ruva, C., McEvoy, C., & Bryant, J. B. (2007). Effects of pre-trial publicity and jury deliberation on juror bias and source memory errors.
_Applied Cognitive Psychology, 21_, 45-67.
[https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1254](https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1254)
This journal article provides research into pretrial publicity when a jury deliberates a case. The authors’ credentials are listed and the journal is a well-respected scholarly journal in the psychology field. The article is timely and provides a scientific explanation rather than a social one in understanding how jurors exposure to pretrial publicity can unwittingly influence their decision.
U.S. Department of State. (2009, July). Anatomy of a jury trial.
_eJournal USA, 14_(7), 1-45.
[http://www.america.gov/media/pdf/ejs/0709.pdf](http://www.america.gov/media/pdf/ejs/0709.pdf)
In this e-journal published by the US Department of State the reader is led through the roles played by all participants in a US jury trial. This journal presents an unbiased view of each person’s role as well as common legal terms used at trials. This information is important in understanding the basic tenets of American law during a trial.
US v. Skilling, 554 F.3d 529 (5th Cir. 2009).
[http://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=1418107983925207050&q=Skilling+v.+U.S.&hl=en&as_sdt=40002](http://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=1418107983925207050&q=Skilling+v.+U.S.&hl=en&as_sdt=40002)
This is a United States Supreme Court case heard in March of 2010 as to whether or not Enron executive Jeffrey Skilling received a fair trial in part based on pretrial media exposure by the jury. The case’s currency makes this topic more relevant than older cases. The brief was found from a Google Scholar Legal search and simply states the facts as read by the Supreme Court in granting Skilling an audience.
**## SynthesisPaperFINALRubric-Copy.pdf**
© Summer 2026
MSUM SNHL
Nursing 473: FINAL Synthesis Paper Submission
Based on the overview of the synthesis paper and the final grading guidelines for the full paper, the following items will be utilized for the
FINAL submission grade. The bolded criterion will be the headings for your paper.
Criterion Document Points Earned and Comments
Part I: Introduction to the Problem and Assessment (approximately 3 pages)
Introduction (use the
paper title as the
heading for this part
of the paper)
Provides background information. Includes strong thesis statement that is clearly stated,
and a preview of the paper.
/5
Assessment of the
Problem
Process which led to the identification of the problem clearly discussed in relation to:
• (1) about the site specifically and
• (2) a larger healthcare problem.
/5
Relevant Literature
Review
Relevant literature review conducted and summarizes common theme from the
examination of current and evidence-based practice; at least five primary sources must
be showcased.
/10
Part II: Planning (approximately 4 pages)
Project Proposal
Overview
Overview of project proposal and full, final proposal included as an appendix to paper. /5
IHI Model for
Improvement
Identify and summarize IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework; provides
description and how it will be utilized.
/5
/
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
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Strategies to Achieve
Goal, Aims, and
Measures;
Design and
Development
The “prep work” to meet your goal, aim, and outcome(s): includes information about
the:
• design and development (use the IHI Model for Improvement and PDSA
framework as a guide),
• resources needed,
• ethical considerations, and
• cultural considerations.
/15
Primary QSEN
Competency
• Defines QSEN and lists all competencies.
• Chooses ONE competency to highlight and defines the competency.
• Discusses how the project promotes the competency.
/5
Part III: Implementation, Evaluation, Reflection, and Conclusion (approximately 3 pages)
Envisioning
Implementation
• Strategies or steps needed to implement the project are discussed.
• Discussion of facilitators and key stakeholders for project
implementation.
***Includes external driving forces as well as internal.
• Discusses perceived barriers or challenges, including: (1) strategies to
overcome those challenges and barriers, and (2) envisioning evaluation of
those strategies.
/15
Envisioning Evaluation • Evaluation of aims and measures from project proposal (refer back to your
proposal).
• Discusses usefulness of the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework in
guiding your project.
/10
Reflection • What could have been improved?
• What would you have done differently?
• Strengths of the project.
• What worked well?
• Self-reflection regarding project as a whole.
/10
Conclusion • Wraps up thoughts and concludes the paper.
• Synthesizes the class materials.
• Shows how it all fit together full circle.
/5
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
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Format and
Organization
• Organization (logical and interesting – use of headings).
• Writing Intensive Expectations (including word count).
• Format (APA, no misspellings or grammatical errors, references appropriately
cited and referenced, title page).
• 15 professional references, 5 being primary research articles, integrated
throughout the paper.
• Utilization of instructor feedback is evident.
• Submitted to Tutor.com prior to final submission— submission receipt
included with final paper submission.
/10
Total Points /100
**## SynthesisPaperGuidelines.pdf**
© Summer 2026
MSUM SNHL
Nursing 473: Synthesis Paper Assignment Guidelines
In this paper, the student will develop an organized description of the nursing capstone project using the Institute for
Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Model for Improvement’s Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) Cycle and nursing process as a
framework:
• Identify a nursing practice issue or problem
• Develop a plan to address that problem
• Envision implementation of the plan
• Envision evaluation of the outcome
The paper, written in APA format, should be approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length (excluding the title page,
reference list, and appendix) and is worth 100 points; an abstract is not required.
• An annotated reference list will be completed to assist the student in selecting appropriate references
to support the project.
• Rough drafts of Parts I and II will be submitted to the instructor for guidance and feedback by the due
dates listed on the course schedule. It is expected that the student will take advantage of instructor
feedback and utilize appropriate resources to produce a high-quality, comprehensive product. Submit
each draft of your paper to Tutor.com for feedback (give a 12-hour turnaround once submitted to
the tutor; the form MUST be submitted with assignment submission drafts).
It is acceptable for parts of the paper to be written in first person, but avoid repetitive use of the word “I,” which
negatively affects the professional presentation of your work and the flow of your paper. For example:
AVOID: I interviewed six of the emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a patient admitted with
a traumatic injury. I asked them to describe how they felt when the patient arrived, and then I asked them
to indicate which specific symptoms of stress they experienced on my checklist.
REWORD: For this part of the project, I interviewed six emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a
patient with a traumatic injury. First, they were asked to describe how they felt when the patient arrived.
They then indicated on the checklist which physical symptoms of stress they had experienced.
The final paper will be written in past- and present-tense (depending on the work you have completed and the work
that needs to be done yet) and reflect the following elements:
Part I
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
First, provide an introductory paragraph including background information, the thesis statement, and a preview of
your paper.
Assessment of the Problem
1. Process which led to identification of the problem (think about the site specifically and as a larger healthcare
problem, too).
© Summer 2026
MSUM SNHL
2. Review of relevant literature: summarize common themes from the examination of current evidence-based
practice; at least five primary sources must be showcased (usually from your annotated bib assignment).
Submit your draft for Part I to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part II
In approximately 4 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Planning
1. In one paragraph, give a brief overview of your project proposal and include your full, final proposal as
an appendix to your paper and reference the appendix in your paper here.
2. Include a brief summary of the IHI Model for Improvement (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) and PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-
worksheet). This will provide the foundation for this project.
a. What does the model state?
b. How will it be used to guide your project?
3. Describe the development and design of strategies to achieve project aims and measures. This section
should basically describe what you needed to do to design and develop your project (the “prep work”)
using the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework. In this section, be sure to also discuss (use sub-
headings for bolded words):
a. Resources used to help you identify the approach to developing and implementing your project (i.e.,
literature and internet references, individuals, organizations) and resources that will be needed to
implement.
b. Ethical considerations: integrate one key provision from the ANA Code of Ethics (2015) that you plan to
exemplify in your project. Explain what the ANA Code of Ethics is.
c. Cultural considerations: think of the population culture as well as the organizational or unit culture.
Consider adding the mission and vision and describe how these support cultural considerations.
4. ONE primary QSEN competency addressed by this project (choose the one main competency).
a. Define QSEN and list all competencies. Define the chosen competency. See the KSAs at
http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/
b. Explain how the project promotes that competency.
Submit your draft for Part II to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part III
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Envisioning Implementation
1. Discuss the process
a. Strategies to implement the project (What actions are necessary to implement the project?).
b. Facilitators and key stakeholders for project implementation (Facilitator: Anything or anybody
that made the process work. Don’t identify names, just position titles—think of the BIGGER
picture). External driving forces as well as internal. Think back to the discussion on
collaboration.
c. Perceived barriers or challenges during project implementation including (1) strategies to
overcome those challenges and barriers, and (2) envisioning evaluation of those strategies.
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet](https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
© Summer 2026
MSUM SNHL
Envisioning Evaluation
1. The plan to evaluate aims and measures from proposal and PDSA worksheet.
2. Usefulness of the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) in guiding your project.
Reflection
1. What could have been improved? What would you have done differently?
2. Strengths of the project. What worked well?
3. Self-reflection regarding project as a whole.
Conclusion (http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/ for ideas)
Submit your draft for Part III to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
References
Your paper will require the integration of at least 15 professional, reliable references. Five of these 15 references
must be primary based research articles, a component of EBP. Please be sure that all references are cited and
included on the final reference page.
Formal Writing and APA
This is a formal writing assignment (APA is required), please include:
• Title page
• Page numbers
• Correct use of title and headings (and subheadings as appropriate)
• Correct fonts, spacing, and margins
• Citations and a reference list correctly completed using APA style
• Writing Intensive Expectations
i. Focus — The paper addresses the assignment/answers the question? There is a thesis, main idea, or
hypothesis that holds the paper together.
ii. Organization — The paper is cohesively organized, making effective use of paragraphs and
transitions, or other appropriate genre conventions.
iii. Development — The paper provides sufficient evidence to support the overall thesis or answer the
question. Topic sentences for each paragraph are adequately supported.
iv. Clarity — Sentences are clear and effectively punctuated (appropriate diction, no run-ons,
fragments, misspellings, or grammar errors).
v. Voice — The tone is professional and informative (not stuffy, preachy, whiny, or filled with slang).
vi. Approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length.
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
– Part I
– Assessment of the Problem
– Part II
– Planning
– Part III
– Envisioning Evaluation
– Reflection
**## SynthesisPaperGuidelines.pdf**
© Summer 2026
MSUM SNHL
Nursing 473: Synthesis Paper Assignment Guidelines
In this paper, the student will develop an organized description of the nursing capstone project using the Institute for
Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Model for Improvement’s Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) Cycle and nursing process as a
framework:
• Identify a nursing practice issue or problem
• Develop a plan to address that problem
• Envision implementation of the plan
• Envision evaluation of the outcome
The paper, written in APA format, should be approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length (excluding the title page,
reference list, and appendix) and is worth 100 points; an abstract is not required.
• An annotated reference list will be completed to assist the student in selecting appropriate references
to support the project.
• Rough drafts of Parts I and II will be submitted to the instructor for guidance and feedback by the due
dates listed on the course schedule. It is expected that the student will take advantage of instructor
feedback and utilize appropriate resources to produce a high-quality, comprehensive product. Submit
each draft of your paper to Tutor.com for feedback (give a 12-hour turnaround once submitted to
the tutor; the form MUST be submitted with assignment submission drafts).
It is acceptable for parts of the paper to be written in first person, but avoid repetitive use of the word “I,” which
negatively affects the professional presentation of your work and the flow of your paper. For example:
AVOID: I interviewed six of the emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a patient admitted with
a traumatic injury. I asked them to describe how they felt when the patient arrived, and then I asked them
to indicate which specific symptoms of stress they experienced on my checklist.
REWORD: For this part of the project, I interviewed six emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a
patient with a traumatic injury. First, they were asked to describe how they felt when the patient arrived.
They then indicated on the checklist which physical symptoms of stress they had experienced.
The final paper will be written in past- and present-tense (depending on the work you have completed and the work
that needs to be done yet) and reflect the following elements:
Part I
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
First, provide an introductory paragraph including background information, the thesis statement, and a preview of
your paper.
Assessment of the Problem
1. Process which led to identification of the problem (think about the site specifically and as a larger healthcare
problem, too).
© Summer 2026
MSUM SNHL
2. Review of relevant literature: summarize common themes from the examination of current evidence-based
practice; at least five primary sources must be showcased (usually from your annotated bib assignment).
Submit your draft for Part I to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part II
In approximately 4 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Planning
1. In one paragraph, give a brief overview of your project proposal and include your full, final proposal as
an appendix to your paper and reference the appendix in your paper here.
2. Include a brief summary of the IHI Model for Improvement (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) and PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-
worksheet). This will provide the foundation for this project.
a. What does the model state?
b. How will it be used to guide your project?
3. Describe the development and design of strategies to achieve project aims and measures. This section
should basically describe what you needed to do to design and develop your project (the “prep work”)
using the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework. In this section, be sure to also discuss (use sub-
headings for bolded words):
a. Resources used to help you identify the approach to developing and implementing your project (i.e.,
literature and internet references, individuals, organizations) and resources that will be needed to
implement.
b. Ethical considerations: integrate one key provision from the ANA Code of Ethics (2015) that you plan to
exemplify in your project. Explain what the ANA Code of Ethics is.
c. Cultural considerations: think of the population culture as well as the organizational or unit culture.
Consider adding the mission and vision and describe how these support cultural considerations.
4. ONE primary QSEN competency addressed by this project (choose the one main competency).
a. Define QSEN and list all competencies. Define the chosen competency. See the KSAs at
http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/
b. Explain how the project promotes that competency.
Submit your draft for Part II to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part III
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Envisioning Implementation
1. Discuss the process
a. Strategies to implement the project (What actions are necessary to implement the project?).
b. Facilitators and key stakeholders for project implementation (Facilitator: Anything or anybody
that made the process work. Don’t identify names, just position titles—think of the BIGGER
picture). External driving forces as well as internal. Think back to the discussion on
collaboration.
c. Perceived barriers or challenges during project implementation including (1) strategies to
overcome those challenges and barriers, and (2) envisioning evaluation of those strategies.
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet](https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
© Summer 2026
MSUM SNHL
Envisioning Evaluation
1. The plan to evaluate aims and measures from proposal and PDSA worksheet.
2. Usefulness of the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) in guiding your project.
Reflection
1. What could have been improved? What would you have done differently?
2. Strengths of the project. What worked well?
3. Self-reflection regarding project as a whole.
Conclusion (http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/ for ideas)
Submit your draft for Part III to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
References
Your paper will require the integration of at least 15 professional, reliable references. Five of these 15 references
must be primary based research articles, a component of EBP. Please be sure that all references are cited and
included on the final reference page.
Formal Writing and APA
This is a formal writing assignment (APA is required), please include:
• Title page
• Page numbers
• Correct use of title and headings (and subheadings as appropriate)
• Correct fonts, spacing, and margins
• Citations and a reference list correctly completed using APA style
• Writing Intensive Expectations
i. Focus — The paper addresses the assignment/answers the question? There is a thesis, main idea, or
hypothesis that holds the paper together.
ii. Organization — The paper is cohesively organized, making effective use of paragraphs and
transitions, or other appropriate genre conventions.
iii. Development — The paper provides sufficient evidence to support the overall thesis or answer the
question. Topic sentences for each paragraph are adequately supported.
iv. Clarity — Sentences are clear and effectively punctuated (appropriate diction, no run-ons,
fragments, misspellings, or grammar errors).
v. Voice — The tone is professional and informative (not stuffy, preachy, whiny, or filled with slang).
vi. Approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length.
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
– Part I
– Assessment of the Problem
– Part II
– Planning
– Part III
– Envisioning Evaluation
– Reflection
**## APAAnnotatedBibliographyTemplate.docx**
1
**Prejudice in Pretrial Publicity**
Alexis M. Carlson
Department of Human Services, Indian River State College
LIS2004: Introduction to Internet Research
Professor Neely-Sardon
October 14, 2020
**Prejudice in Pretrial Publicity: Annotated Bibliography**
Central Intelligence Agency. (2010).
_Country comparison: Internet users_. The World Factbook Online.
[https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/rankorder/2153rank.html](https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/rankorder/2153rank.html)
The CIA Fact Book provides statistics on internet users in the United States compared to other countries. The Fact Book web site is produced by the United States Central Intelligence Agency which is a trusted source of information. The internet user statistics gives a date of 2008 which was more recent than other similar statistic web sites. The statistics are given in a graphical display with numbers next to each country, ranked in order of highest user. The graphics are clear and appropriate for the statistics and give a comparison of up to 216 countries, a high sample size.
Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism. (2010, March 1).
_Understanding the participatory news consumer._ [http://www.journalism.org/analysis_report/understanding_participatory_news_consumer](http://www.journalism.org/analysis_report/understanding_participatory_news_consumer)
The Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism uses empirical data to study the performance and methods of the news media in today’s society. This study was very recently done and shows the statistics behind new technologies and the way people use them to get involved with the news through social contacts. The Pew Research Center expresses itself as an unbiased source of information. This study in particular contains well researched and organized data necessary in understanding the changing world of journalism.
Ruva, C., McEvoy, C., & Bryant, J. B. (2007). Effects of pre-trial publicity and jury deliberation on juror bias and source memory errors.
_Applied Cognitive Psychology, 21_, 45-67.
[https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1254](https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1254)
This journal article provides research into pretrial publicity when a jury deliberates a case. The authors’ credentials are listed and the journal is a well-respected scholarly journal in the psychology field. The article is timely and provides a scientific explanation rather than a social one in understanding how jurors exposure to pretrial publicity can unwittingly influence their decision.
U.S. Department of State. (2009, July). Anatomy of a jury trial.
_eJournal USA, 14_(7), 1-45.
[http://www.america.gov/media/pdf/ejs/0709.pdf](http://www.america.gov/media/pdf/ejs/0709.pdf)
In this e-journal published by the US Department of State the reader is led through the roles played by all participants in a US jury trial. This journal presents an unbiased view of each person’s role as well as common legal terms used at trials. This information is important in understanding the basic tenets of American law during a trial.
US v. Skilling, 554 F.3d 529 (5th Cir. 2009).
[http://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=1418107983925207050&q=Skilling+v.+U.S.&hl=en&as_sdt=40002](http://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=1418107983925207050&q=Skilling+v.+U.S.&hl=en&as_sdt=40002)
This is a United States Supreme Court case heard in March of 2010 as to whether or not Enron executive Jeffrey Skilling received a fair trial in part based on pretrial media exposure by the jury. The case’s currency makes this topic more relevant than older cases. The brief was found from a Google Scholar Legal search and simply states the facts as read by the Supreme Court in granting Skilling an audience.
**## SynthesisPaperFINALRubric-Copy.pdf**
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Nursing 473: FINAL Synthesis Paper Submission
Based on the overview of the synthesis paper and the final grading guidelines for the full paper, the following items will be utilized for the
FINAL submission grade. The bolded criterion will be the headings for your paper.
Criterion Document Points Earned and Comments
Part I: Introduction to the Problem and Assessment (approximately 3 pages)
Introduction (use the
paper title as the
heading for this part
of the paper)
Provides background information. Includes strong thesis statement that is clearly stated,
and a preview of the paper.
/5
Assessment of the
Problem
Process which led to the identification of the problem clearly discussed in relation to:
• (1) about the site specifically and
• (2) a larger healthcare problem.
/5
Relevant Literature
Review
Relevant literature review conducted and summarizes common theme from the
examination of current and evidence-based practice; at least five primary sources must
be showcased.
/10
Part II: Planning (approximately 4 pages)
Project Proposal
Overview
Overview of project proposal and full, final proposal included as an appendix to paper. /5
IHI Model for
Improvement
Identify and summarize IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework; provides
description and how it will be utilized.
/5
/
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Strategies to Achieve
Goal, Aims, and
Measures;
Design and
Development
The “prep work” to meet your goal, aim, and outcome(s): includes information about
the:
• design and development (use the IHI Model for Improvement and PDSA
framework as a guide),
• resources needed,
• ethical considerations, and
• cultural considerations.
/15
Primary QSEN
Competency
• Defines QSEN and lists all competencies.
• Chooses ONE competency to highlight and defines the competency.
• Discusses how the project promotes the competency.
/5
Part III: Implementation, Evaluation, Reflection, and Conclusion (approximately 3 pages)
Envisioning
Implementation
• Strategies or steps needed to implement the project are discussed.
• Discussion of facilitators and key stakeholders for project
implementation.
***Includes external driving forces as well as internal.
• Discusses perceived barriers or challenges, including: (1) strategies to
overcome those challenges and barriers, and (2) envisioning evaluation of
those strategies.
/15
Envisioning Evaluation • Evaluation of aims and measures from project proposal (refer back to your
proposal).
• Discusses usefulness of the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework in
guiding your project.
/10
Reflection • What could have been improved?
• What would you have done differently?
• Strengths of the project.
• What worked well?
• Self-reflection regarding project as a whole.
/10
Conclusion • Wraps up thoughts and concludes the paper.
• Synthesizes the class materials.
• Shows how it all fit together full circle.
/5
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[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
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Format and
Organization
• Organization (logical and interesting – use of headings).
• Writing Intensive Expectations (including word count).
• Format (APA, no misspellings or grammatical errors, references appropriately
cited and referenced, title page).
• 15 professional references, 5 being primary research articles, integrated
throughout the paper.
• Utilization of instructor feedback is evident.
• Submitted to Tutor.com prior to final submission— submission receipt
included with final paper submission.
/10
Total Points /100
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Nursing 473: Synthesis Paper Assignment Guidelines
In this paper, the student will develop an organized description of the nursing capstone project using the Institute for
Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Model for Improvement’s Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) Cycle and nursing process as a
framework:
• Identify a nursing practice issue or problem
• Develop a plan to address that problem
• Envision implementation of the plan
• Envision evaluation of the outcome
The paper, written in APA format, should be approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length (excluding the title page,
reference list, and appendix) and is worth 100 points; an abstract is not required.
• An annotated reference list will be completed to assist the student in selecting appropriate references
to support the project.
• Rough drafts of Parts I and II will be submitted to the instructor for guidance and feedback by the due
dates listed on the course schedule. It is expected that the student will take advantage of instructor
feedback and utilize appropriate resources to produce a high-quality, comprehensive product. Submit
each draft of your paper to Tutor.com for feedback (give a 12-hour turnaround once submitted to
the tutor; the form MUST be submitted with assignment submission drafts).
It is acceptable for parts of the paper to be written in first person, but avoid repetitive use of the word “I,” which
negatively affects the professional presentation of your work and the flow of your paper. For example:
AVOID: I interviewed six of the emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a patient admitted with
a traumatic injury. I asked them to describe how they felt when the patient arrived, and then I asked them
to indicate which specific symptoms of stress they experienced on my checklist.
REWORD: For this part of the project, I interviewed six emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a
patient with a traumatic injury. First, they were asked to describe how they felt when the patient arrived.
They then indicated on the checklist which physical symptoms of stress they had experienced.
The final paper will be written in past- and present-tense (depending on the work you have completed and the work
that needs to be done yet) and reflect the following elements:
Part I
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
First, provide an introductory paragraph including background information, the thesis statement, and a preview of
your paper.
Assessment of the Problem
1. Process which led to identification of the problem (think about the site specifically and as a larger healthcare
problem, too).
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2. Review of relevant literature: summarize common themes from the examination of current evidence-based
practice; at least five primary sources must be showcased (usually from your annotated bib assignment).
Submit your draft for Part I to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part II
In approximately 4 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Planning
1. In one paragraph, give a brief overview of your project proposal and include your full, final proposal as
an appendix to your paper and reference the appendix in your paper here.
2. Include a brief summary of the IHI Model for Improvement (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) and PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-
worksheet). This will provide the foundation for this project.
a. What does the model state?
b. How will it be used to guide your project?
3. Describe the development and design of strategies to achieve project aims and measures. This section
should basically describe what you needed to do to design and develop your project (the “prep work”)
using the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework. In this section, be sure to also discuss (use sub-
headings for bolded words):
a. Resources used to help you identify the approach to developing and implementing your project (i.e.,
literature and internet references, individuals, organizations) and resources that will be needed to
implement.
b. Ethical considerations: integrate one key provision from the ANA Code of Ethics (2015) that you plan to
exemplify in your project. Explain what the ANA Code of Ethics is.
c. Cultural considerations: think of the population culture as well as the organizational or unit culture.
Consider adding the mission and vision and describe how these support cultural considerations.
4. ONE primary QSEN competency addressed by this project (choose the one main competency).
a. Define QSEN and list all competencies. Define the chosen competency. See the KSAs at
http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/
b. Explain how the project promotes that competency.
Submit your draft for Part II to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part III
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Envisioning Implementation
1. Discuss the process
a. Strategies to implement the project (What actions are necessary to implement the project?).
b. Facilitators and key stakeholders for project implementation (Facilitator: Anything or anybody
that made the process work. Don’t identify names, just position titles—think of the BIGGER
picture). External driving forces as well as internal. Think back to the discussion on
collaboration.
c. Perceived barriers or challenges during project implementation including (1) strategies to
overcome those challenges and barriers, and (2) envisioning evaluation of those strategies.
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet](https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
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[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
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Envisioning Evaluation
1. The plan to evaluate aims and measures from proposal and PDSA worksheet.
2. Usefulness of the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) in guiding your project.
Reflection
1. What could have been improved? What would you have done differently?
2. Strengths of the project. What worked well?
3. Self-reflection regarding project as a whole.
Conclusion (http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/ for ideas)
Submit your draft for Part III to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
References
Your paper will require the integration of at least 15 professional, reliable references. Five of these 15 references
must be primary based research articles, a component of EBP. Please be sure that all references are cited and
included on the final reference page.
Formal Writing and APA
This is a formal writing assignment (APA is required), please include:
• Title page
• Page numbers
• Correct use of title and headings (and subheadings as appropriate)
• Correct fonts, spacing, and margins
• Citations and a reference list correctly completed using APA style
• Writing Intensive Expectations
i. Focus — The paper addresses the assignment/answers the question? There is a thesis, main idea, or
hypothesis that holds the paper together.
ii. Organization — The paper is cohesively organized, making effective use of paragraphs and
transitions, or other appropriate genre conventions.
iii. Development — The paper provides sufficient evidence to support the overall thesis or answer the
question. Topic sentences for each paragraph are adequately supported.
iv. Clarity — Sentences are clear and effectively punctuated (appropriate diction, no run-ons,
fragments, misspellings, or grammar errors).
v. Voice — The tone is professional and informative (not stuffy, preachy, whiny, or filled with slang).
vi. Approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length.
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[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
– Part I
– Assessment of the Problem
– Part II
– Planning
– Part III
– Envisioning Evaluation
– Reflection
**## APAAnnotatedBibliographyTemplate.docx**
1
**Prejudice in Pretrial Publicity**
Alexis M. Carlson
Department of Human Services, Indian River State College
LIS2004: Introduction to Internet Research
Professor Neely-Sardon
October 14, 2020
**Prejudice in Pretrial Publicity: Annotated Bibliography**
Central Intelligence Agency. (2010).
_Country comparison: Internet users_. The World Factbook Online.
[https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/rankorder/2153rank.html](https://www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook/rankorder/2153rank.html)
The CIA Fact Book provides statistics on internet users in the United States compared to other countries. The Fact Book web site is produced by the United States Central Intelligence Agency which is a trusted source of information. The internet user statistics gives a date of 2008 which was more recent than other similar statistic web sites. The statistics are given in a graphical display with numbers next to each country, ranked in order of highest user. The graphics are clear and appropriate for the statistics and give a comparison of up to 216 countries, a high sample size.
Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism. (2010, March 1).
_Understanding the participatory news consumer._ [http://www.journalism.org/analysis_report/understanding_participatory_news_consumer](http://www.journalism.org/analysis_report/understanding_participatory_news_consumer)
The Pew Research Center’s Project for Excellence in Journalism uses empirical data to study the performance and methods of the news media in today’s society. This study was very recently done and shows the statistics behind new technologies and the way people use them to get involved with the news through social contacts. The Pew Research Center expresses itself as an unbiased source of information. This study in particular contains well researched and organized data necessary in understanding the changing world of journalism.
Ruva, C., McEvoy, C., & Bryant, J. B. (2007). Effects of pre-trial publicity and jury deliberation on juror bias and source memory errors.
_Applied Cognitive Psychology, 21_, 45-67.
[https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1254](https://doi.org/10.1002/acp.1254)
This journal article provides research into pretrial publicity when a jury deliberates a case. The authors’ credentials are listed and the journal is a well-respected scholarly journal in the psychology field. The article is timely and provides a scientific explanation rather than a social one in understanding how jurors exposure to pretrial publicity can unwittingly influence their decision.
U.S. Department of State. (2009, July). Anatomy of a jury trial.
_eJournal USA, 14_(7), 1-45.
[http://www.america.gov/media/pdf/ejs/0709.pdf](http://www.america.gov/media/pdf/ejs/0709.pdf)
In this e-journal published by the US Department of State the reader is led through the roles played by all participants in a US jury trial. This journal presents an unbiased view of each person’s role as well as common legal terms used at trials. This information is important in understanding the basic tenets of American law during a trial.
US v. Skilling, 554 F.3d 529 (5th Cir. 2009).
[http://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=1418107983925207050&q=Skilling+v.+U.S.&hl=en&as_sdt=40002](http://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=1418107983925207050&q=Skilling+v.+U.S.&hl=en&as_sdt=40002)
This is a United States Supreme Court case heard in March of 2010 as to whether or not Enron executive Jeffrey Skilling received a fair trial in part based on pretrial media exposure by the jury. The case’s currency makes this topic more relevant than older cases. The brief was found from a Google Scholar Legal search and simply states the facts as read by the Supreme Court in granting Skilling an audience.
**## SynthesisPaperFINALRubric-Copy.pdf**
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Nursing 473: FINAL Synthesis Paper Submission
Based on the overview of the synthesis paper and the final grading guidelines for the full paper, the following items will be utilized for the
FINAL submission grade. The bolded criterion will be the headings for your paper.
Criterion Document Points Earned and Comments
Part I: Introduction to the Problem and Assessment (approximately 3 pages)
Introduction (use the
paper title as the
heading for this part
of the paper)
Provides background information. Includes strong thesis statement that is clearly stated,
and a preview of the paper.
/5
Assessment of the
Problem
Process which led to the identification of the problem clearly discussed in relation to:
• (1) about the site specifically and
• (2) a larger healthcare problem.
/5
Relevant Literature
Review
Relevant literature review conducted and summarizes common theme from the
examination of current and evidence-based practice; at least five primary sources must
be showcased.
/10
Part II: Planning (approximately 4 pages)
Project Proposal
Overview
Overview of project proposal and full, final proposal included as an appendix to paper. /5
IHI Model for
Improvement
Identify and summarize IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework; provides
description and how it will be utilized.
/5
/
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Strategies to Achieve
Goal, Aims, and
Measures;
Design and
Development
The “prep work” to meet your goal, aim, and outcome(s): includes information about
the:
• design and development (use the IHI Model for Improvement and PDSA
framework as a guide),
• resources needed,
• ethical considerations, and
• cultural considerations.
/15
Primary QSEN
Competency
• Defines QSEN and lists all competencies.
• Chooses ONE competency to highlight and defines the competency.
• Discusses how the project promotes the competency.
/5
Part III: Implementation, Evaluation, Reflection, and Conclusion (approximately 3 pages)
Envisioning
Implementation
• Strategies or steps needed to implement the project are discussed.
• Discussion of facilitators and key stakeholders for project
implementation.
***Includes external driving forces as well as internal.
• Discusses perceived barriers or challenges, including: (1) strategies to
overcome those challenges and barriers, and (2) envisioning evaluation of
those strategies.
/15
Envisioning Evaluation • Evaluation of aims and measures from project proposal (refer back to your
proposal).
• Discusses usefulness of the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework in
guiding your project.
/10
Reflection • What could have been improved?
• What would you have done differently?
• Strengths of the project.
• What worked well?
• Self-reflection regarding project as a whole.
/10
Conclusion • Wraps up thoughts and concludes the paper.
• Synthesizes the class materials.
• Shows how it all fit together full circle.
/5
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[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
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Format and
Organization
• Organization (logical and interesting – use of headings).
• Writing Intensive Expectations (including word count).
• Format (APA, no misspellings or grammatical errors, references appropriately
cited and referenced, title page).
• 15 professional references, 5 being primary research articles, integrated
throughout the paper.
• Utilization of instructor feedback is evident.
• Submitted to Tutor.com prior to final submission— submission receipt
included with final paper submission.
/10
Total Points /100
**## SynthesisPaperGuidelines.pdf**
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Nursing 473: Synthesis Paper Assignment Guidelines
In this paper, the student will develop an organized description of the nursing capstone project using the Institute for
Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Model for Improvement’s Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) Cycle and nursing process as a
framework:
• Identify a nursing practice issue or problem
• Develop a plan to address that problem
• Envision implementation of the plan
• Envision evaluation of the outcome
The paper, written in APA format, should be approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length (excluding the title page,
reference list, and appendix) and is worth 100 points; an abstract is not required.
• An annotated reference list will be completed to assist the student in selecting appropriate references
to support the project.
• Rough drafts of Parts I and II will be submitted to the instructor for guidance and feedback by the due
dates listed on the course schedule. It is expected that the student will take advantage of instructor
feedback and utilize appropriate resources to produce a high-quality, comprehensive product. Submit
each draft of your paper to Tutor.com for feedback (give a 12-hour turnaround once submitted to
the tutor; the form MUST be submitted with assignment submission drafts).
It is acceptable for parts of the paper to be written in first person, but avoid repetitive use of the word “I,” which
negatively affects the professional presentation of your work and the flow of your paper. For example:
AVOID: I interviewed six of the emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a patient admitted with
a traumatic injury. I asked them to describe how they felt when the patient arrived, and then I asked them
to indicate which specific symptoms of stress they experienced on my checklist.
REWORD: For this part of the project, I interviewed six emergency room nurses who had recently cared for a
patient with a traumatic injury. First, they were asked to describe how they felt when the patient arrived.
They then indicated on the checklist which physical symptoms of stress they had experienced.
The final paper will be written in past- and present-tense (depending on the work you have completed and the work
that needs to be done yet) and reflect the following elements:
Part I
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
First, provide an introductory paragraph including background information, the thesis statement, and a preview of
your paper.
Assessment of the Problem
1. Process which led to identification of the problem (think about the site specifically and as a larger healthcare
problem, too).
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2. Review of relevant literature: summarize common themes from the examination of current evidence-based
practice; at least five primary sources must be showcased (usually from your annotated bib assignment).
Submit your draft for Part I to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part II
In approximately 4 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Planning
1. In one paragraph, give a brief overview of your project proposal and include your full, final proposal as
an appendix to your paper and reference the appendix in your paper here.
2. Include a brief summary of the IHI Model for Improvement (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) and PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-
worksheet). This will provide the foundation for this project.
a. What does the model state?
b. How will it be used to guide your project?
3. Describe the development and design of strategies to achieve project aims and measures. This section
should basically describe what you needed to do to design and develop your project (the “prep work”)
using the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework. In this section, be sure to also discuss (use sub-
headings for bolded words):
a. Resources used to help you identify the approach to developing and implementing your project (i.e.,
literature and internet references, individuals, organizations) and resources that will be needed to
implement.
b. Ethical considerations: integrate one key provision from the ANA Code of Ethics (2015) that you plan to
exemplify in your project. Explain what the ANA Code of Ethics is.
c. Cultural considerations: think of the population culture as well as the organizational or unit culture.
Consider adding the mission and vision and describe how these support cultural considerations.
4. ONE primary QSEN competency addressed by this project (choose the one main competency).
a. Define QSEN and list all competencies. Define the chosen competency. See the KSAs at
http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/
b. Explain how the project promotes that competency.
Submit your draft for Part II to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
Part III
In approximately 3 pages, please thoughtfully discuss:
Envisioning Implementation
1. Discuss the process
a. Strategies to implement the project (What actions are necessary to implement the project?).
b. Facilitators and key stakeholders for project implementation (Facilitator: Anything or anybody
that made the process work. Don’t identify names, just position titles—think of the BIGGER
picture). External driving forces as well as internal. Think back to the discussion on
collaboration.
c. Perceived barriers or challenges during project implementation including (1) strategies to
overcome those challenges and barriers, and (2) envisioning evaluation of those strategies.
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/resources/how-improve-model-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet](https://www.ihi.org/resources/tools/plan-do-study-act-pdsa-worksheet)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
[http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/](http://qsen.org/competencies/graduate-ksas/)
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Envisioning Evaluation
1. The plan to evaluate aims and measures from proposal and PDSA worksheet.
2. Usefulness of the IHI Model for Improvement PDSA framework (https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-
improvement) in guiding your project.
Reflection
1. What could have been improved? What would you have done differently?
2. Strengths of the project. What worked well?
3. Self-reflection regarding project as a whole.
Conclusion (http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/ for ideas)
Submit your draft for Part III to Tutor.com (give a 12-hour turnaround timeframe).
References
Your paper will require the integration of at least 15 professional, reliable references. Five of these 15 references
must be primary based research articles, a component of EBP. Please be sure that all references are cited and
included on the final reference page.
Formal Writing and APA
This is a formal writing assignment (APA is required), please include:
• Title page
• Page numbers
• Correct use of title and headings (and subheadings as appropriate)
• Correct fonts, spacing, and margins
• Citations and a reference list correctly completed using APA style
• Writing Intensive Expectations
i. Focus — The paper addresses the assignment/answers the question? There is a thesis, main idea, or
hypothesis that holds the paper together.
ii. Organization — The paper is cohesively organized, making effective use of paragraphs and
transitions, or other appropriate genre conventions.
iii. Development — The paper provides sufficient evidence to support the overall thesis or answer the
question. Topic sentences for each paragraph are adequately supported.
iv. Clarity — Sentences are clear and effectively punctuated (appropriate diction, no run-ons,
fragments, misspellings, or grammar errors).
v. Voice — The tone is professional and informative (not stuffy, preachy, whiny, or filled with slang).
vi. Approximately 3000 words or 10 pages in length.
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx](http://www.ihi.org/resources/Pages/HowtoImprove/default.aspx)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement](https://www.ihi.org/library/model-for-improvement)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
[http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/](http://writingcenter.unc.edu/handouts/conclusions/)
– Part I
– Assessment of the Problem
– Part II
– Planning
– Part III
– Envisioning Evaluation
– Reflection