Question 1
I have carefully reviewed the instructions, templates, and rubrics for each of the four parts of the Direct Care Project.
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False Question 2
For the Direct Care Project, identify a target population of RNs in a clinical setting that is unaware of the benefits of certification on patient outcomes and leadership skills. Describe your general target population below including setting. Population needs to be two or more RNs. *Names are not needed. * Answer:
The target population is emergency room registered nurses. I have identified two registered nurses who work in an emergency room after realizing that they were unaware of the benefits of CEN certification on patient outcomes.
Question 3
For the Direct Care Project, identify an appropriate clinical certification for your selected target population. Describe the clinical certification below.
Your Answer:
Certification: CEN (Certified Emergency Nurse)
The certification is accorded to nurses who demonstrate their knowledge and expertise working in an emergency room. Such nurses must demonstrate skills required to handle critical patients, perform triage and evaluate emergency situations appropriately.
Question 4
Which of the following areas have you completed for the Direct Care Part 1: Assessment and Diagnosis assignment? Select all that apply.
I have not started the Direct Care Project Part 1 yet.
Write the problem diagnosis.
Discussed how certification can impact leadership skills in the selected setting.
Discussed how patient outcomes in the selected setting could be improved by certified nurses.
Summarized findings of article.
Located one peer-reviewed scholarly professional nursing journal article connecting patient outcomes, certification, and leadership skills.
Researched the clinical certification selected.
Question 5
In the text box, ask any questions you have regarding the Direct Care Project Part 1:
Assessment and Diagnosis assignment. Your Faculty will respond no later than Friday, 11:59 p.m. MT via the comment box in Grades. If you do not have any questions, share your thoughts of this portion of the project (how it is going, is it easy or challenging, etc.) Answer:
I had on the first look been intimidated by the project, but a closer look at the requirements and after reviewing some relevant literature, I feel I can confidently meet the requirements of the project. [Show Less]