Description
Standardized Procedure Worksheet
Assignment
PURPOSE
The purpose of this assignment is to create a standardized procedure that may be applied to nurse practitioner practice.
This assignment will allow for discovery into the role of the family nurse practitioner (FNP) in providing primary care for clients with disorders of the genitourinary system and supports the professional formation of the FNP practice role.
COURSE OUTCOMES
This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
CO 2: Formulate appropriate diagnoses and evidence-based management plans for mature and aging individuals and families. (PO 5)
CO 4: Integrate theory and evidence-based practice in the care of mature and aging individuals and their families. (PO 5)
CO 6: Conduct pharmacologic assessment addressing polypharmacy, drug interactions and other adverse events in the care of mature and aging individuals and their families. (PO 5)
DUE DATE
The Standardized Procedure Worksheet is due by Sunday 11:59 p.m. MT at the end of Week 5.
The Late Assignment Policy applies to this assignment. Students are expected to submit assignments by the time they are due. Assignments submitted after the due date and time will receive a deduction of 10% of the total points possible for that assignment for each day the assignment is late. Assignments will be accepted, with penalty as described, up to a maximum of three days late, after which point a zero will be recorded for the assignment.
TOTAL POINTS POSSIBLE
This assignment is worth a total of 120 points.
PREPARING THE ASSIGNMENT
Nurse practitioners provide high-quality, comprehensive care to clients in various healthcare settings. Standardized procedures may be used to help guide care. Boards of Nursing, such as CaliforniaLinks to an external site., provide resources to ensure that NPs provide quality care while functioning within their scope of practice. Identify the assigned topics listed by the first letter of your last name. For example, if your last name is Cromer, then your assigned topic is urinary incontinence in the older adult.
First Letter of Your Last Name Topic
A – C urinary incontinence in the older adult
D – G urinary tract infections in community-dwelling older adults
H – K urinary tract infections in facility-dwelling older adults
L – O benign prostatic hyperplasia in older adults
P – R erectile dysfunction in older adults
S – V hormone replacement therapy for menopause
W – Z sexually transmitted infections in older adults
Include the following sections (detailed criteria listed below and in the Grading rubric). Use the standardized procedure templateLinks to an external site. to complete the assignment.
Disorder or condition
Identify the selected disorder or condition.
Provide a basic description of the pathophysiology of the selected disorder or condition.
Provide a summary of the incidence and prevalence of the selected disorder or condition in the United States.
Provide a scholarly source.
Assessment
Identify common subjective findings (symptoms) consistent with the selected diagnosis.
Identify pertinent physical examination components and the expected exam findings consistent with the selected disorder or condition.
Identify your intended state of practice and whether physician collaboration is required, as it is in California. If collaboration is required, describe the circumstances that would require physician consultation.
Provide a scholarly source.
Diagnostic tests
List diagnostic tests appropriate for the selected disorder or condition.
List expected abnormal results consistent with the selected disorder or condition.
Provide a scholarly source.
Management: Present an evidence-based management plan for the selected disorder or condition.
Describe in detail first-line prescribed medications recommended for the selected disorder or condition.
Describe in detail second-line medication that should be prescribed IF the client had an allergy to first-line line treatment for the selected disorder or condition.
Identify medication details including
Trade and generic names for each medication
Typical dose for each medication
Major contraindications for use
Major drug-drug interactions
Identify other recommended treatments, if any, for the selected disorder or condition.
Discuss expected client follow-up. If the client called in with persistent or recurrent symptoms after initial treatment, describe the appropriate next action.
Describe indications for referral.
Use current clinical practice guidelines or relevant, scholarly resources appropriate for advanced practice as defined by program expectationsLinks to an external site. to support the management plan.
Rubric
NR601 Standardized Procedure Worksheet Rubric_W5
NR601 Standardized Procedure Worksheet Rubric_W5
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDisorder/Condition: (4 required criteria)1. Identify the selected disorder or condition.
2. Provide a basic description of the pathophysiology of the selected disorder or condition.
3. Provide a summary of the incidence and prevalence of the selected disorder or condition in the United States.
4. Provide a scholarly source.
20 pts
Excellent
All requirements met.
16 pts
Satisfactory
3 requirements are met.
10 pts
Needs Improvement
1-2 requirements are met.
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
No requirements are met.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAssessment (4 required criteria)1. Identify common subjective findings (symptoms) consistent with the selected diagnosis.
2. Identify pertinent physical examination components and the expected exam findings consistent with the selected disorder or condition.
3. Identify your intended state of practice and whether physician collaboration is required, as it is in California. If collaboration is required, describe the circumstances that would require physician consultation.
4. Provide a scholarly source.
20 pts
Excellent
All requirements are met.
16 pts
Satisfactory
3 requirements are met.
10 pts
Needs Improvement
1-2 requirements are met.
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
No requirements are met.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDiagnostic Tests (3 required criteria)1. Lists appropriate diagnostic tests.
2. Lists expected abnormal results consistent with the disorder or condition.
3. Provide a scholarly source.
20 pts
Excellent
All requirements are met.
10 pts
Needs Improvement
1-2 requirements are met.
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
No requirements are met.
20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeManagement (7 required criteria)1. Describe in detail the first-line prescribed medications recommended for the selected disorder or condition.
2. Describe in detail the second-line medication that should be prescribed IF the client had an allergy to first-line line treatment for the selected disorder or condition.
3. Identify medication details including
a. Trade and generic names for each medication
b. Typical dose for each medication
c. Major contraindications for use
d. Major drug-drug interactions
4. Identify other recommended treatments, if any, for the selected disorder or condition.
5. Discuss expected client follow-up. If the client called in with persistent or recurrent symptoms after initial treatment, describe the appropriate next action.
6. Describe indications for referral.
7. Use current clinical practice guidelines or relevant, scholarly resources appropriate for advanced practice as defined by program expectations to support the management plan.
50 pts
Excellent
All requirements met.
46 pts
Very Good
6 requirements met.
42 pts
Satisfactory
4-5 requirements met.
25 pts
Needs Improvement
1-3 requirements are met.
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
No requirements are met.
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessionalism in Communication:Communicate with minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation.
10 pts
Excellent
0-1 errors.
9 pts
Very Good
2-3 errors.
8 pts
Satisfactory
4-5 errors.
5 pts
Needs Improvement
6-7 errors.
0 pts
Unsatisfactory
More than 7 errors.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLate Penalty DeductionsStudents are expected to submit assignments by the time they are due. Assignments submitted after the due date and time will receive a deduction of 10% of the total points possible for that assignment for each day the assignment is late, up to three days. Assignments will not be accepted after three days late, and a score of zero will be recorded for the assignment. Quizzes and discussions are not considered assignments and are not part of the late assignment policy.
0 pts
No Points Deducted
Assignment submitted on time. No points deducted.
0 pts
Points Deducted
Assignment submitted late. 10% will be removed for each day late up to three days. After three days, no points will be awarded.
0 pts
Total Points: 120
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