Develop an observational protocol to help record detailed field notes.

Ethnographic Observation An ethnography is a useful qualitative research tool in which data is collected about people interacting in a particular setting. In this exercise of ethnographic observation, you will be an unobtrusive researcher observing the social world of individuals and/or groups in a particular setting. The goal of this exercise is to do a … Read more

Plan for success

  Compare your results of the APEA pre-predictor with the APEA post-predictor. Identify your areas of strengths and weaknesses. Provide your plan to address for any test domains (Pharmacology, Professional Practice, Assessment, etc.) where you scored less than 70%. Detail your plan for FNP certification including which test you will take and when you plan … Read more

With the growing aggregation of student data, predictive analytics and “at-risk” analysis are slowly beginning to supplant more traditional identification methods as the primary focus of institutions aiming to prevent student attrition.

With the growing aggregation of student data, predictive analytics and “at-risk” analysis are slowly beginning to supplant more traditional identification methods as the primary focus of institutions aiming to prevent student attrition. Despite the advantages offered through advanced data analysis, the profession has been hesitant to fully adopt the practice in crafting strategy and allocating … Read more

Education

To Prepare: Review the concepts of technology application as presented in the Resources. Reflect on how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence may help fortify nursing informatics as a specialty by leading to increased impact on patient outcomes or patient care efficiencies. The Assignment: (4-5 pages not including the title and reference page) In a … Read more

Chapters 14, 15, 16, 17, 18

Rifting of Pangaea led to high heat flow along axes of sea floor spreading centers leading to tall mid-oceanic ridges. How does this explain why there were world-wide marine transgressions leading to epiric seas like the Cretaceous Seaway? In the first lecture video for Chapter 15, I point out some of the traits of dinosaurs … Read more

What metadata can we get from various files? How can it help in an investigation?

1.Windows, apple and linux all have different file systems. How does each of them work? 2.What files and logs are forensically interesting when doing an investigation? 3.What metadata can we get from various files? How can it help in an investigation? 4.What techniques might criminals use to hide data or activities? 5.What is special/different about … Read more

Legal and Ethical Issues Related to Psychiatric Emergencies

The diagnosis of psychiatric emergencies can include a wide range of problems—from serious drug reactions to abuse and suicidal ideation/behaviors. Regardless of care setting, the PMHNP must know how to address emergencies, coordinate care with other members of the health care team and law enforcement officials (when indicated), and effectively communicate with family members who … Read more