NUR1102 Nursing Essay Assignment 1
Brief task description
Students will select one only of the two clinical scenarios provided. The task requires students to Identify and discuss the the rapeutic communication required for the scenario. Students will also apply the communication skills, strategies and approaches that best support therapeutic communication between the nurse, patient and family.
NUR1102 Nursing Essay Assignment 1
Length
1,500 words +/-10% (word length includes in-text referencing and excludes the reference list and appendices)
Course Objectives measured
CLO 1. Apply a range of communication theories and concepts and their application in nursing practice.
CLO 2. Apply therapeutic communication knowledge to case studies
CLO 3. Identify and reflect upon factors that contribute to effective and ineffective interpersonal and inter and intra professional communication and the implications for patient safety.
CLO 5. Use and reflect on emerging critical thinking, digital literacy and health literacy using correct academic writing skills.
NUR1102 Nursing Essay Assignment 1
Task information
Introduction (150 words)
This is the outline of the content to be discussed in your essay. You will identify to the reader the key information that will be provided in your assignment, inclusive of application of the interpersonal communication strategies and skills, based on your current level of knowledge and understanding that will help to achieve therapeutic communication between the participants. Consider the relevant concept of care for the scenario in your application. Reference to the communication tool that would contribute to achieving effective intra-professional communication is also sought.
Body (1200words including references)
Here you will provide a deeper explanation of the outlined information from your introduction.
1 Provide an analysis of the chosen scenario showing where there is ineffective communication between the nurse and patient.
2 Explain the concept of care that is relevant to the chosen scenario and how it contributes to achieving effective therapeutic communication
3 Explain the strategies, skills and approaches that best support therapeutic communication between the nurse, patient and family in the chosen scenario for best patient outcomes.
4 Reflect on your emerging health literacy skills relative to the case study.
You will draw upon scholarly literature (references) to support your developed knowledge and understanding of the scenario and your analysis and application of strategies, skills and approaches.
Conclusion (150 words)
This is the summation of your assignment, what you have discussed and therefore what you have concluded. It is a brief overview of information discussed and your perspective on it, supported by literature to bring impact to your conclusion. Remember not to include any new work or references
NUR1102 Nursing Essay Assignment 1
Writing Style
* Correct Academic Writing as per USQ guidelines
* APA 7thEdition Referencing (no less than 6 references, 1 reference to approx. 200 words)
* Contemporary Literature must be sourced (no more than 7 years old)
Formatting Style
Double spacing
Font: 12 point
Times New Roman
Page numbers
No headings or subheadings to be used
What you need to submit
One Microsoft Word document that contains the following items:
- Your assignment document
- No coversheet but footer must include: surname_initial_studentnumber_coursecode_A1_page no
- Do not include the marking criteria sheet
File Name Conventions
Save your document with the following naming conventions: surname_initial_studentnumber_coursecode_A1.doc/docx
Moderation
All staff assessing your work meet to discuss and compare their judgements before marks or grades are finalized.