Homework: Articulate a Practice Problem
Purpose
The purpose of this homework is to articulate a compelling practice problem. The development of a focused and accurate problem statement is foundational to drive actions and decisions to improve healthcare outcomes. Formulation of a clear and accurate practice problem statement with substantiation from primary peer-reviewed journals supports the professional formation of the DNP scholar.
Course Outcomes
o Investigate practice problems relevant to advanced nursing practice.
o Appraise practice problems at the micro, meso, and macrosystems levels.
o Examine the role of stakeholders in change and translation science.
o Compare and contrast differences and similarities in change models, conceptual frameworks, and translation models.
Preparing the Homework
Follow these guidelines when completing each component of this homework.
A. The homework should be no more than four pages (excluding Title and References pages).
B. The homework will include the following components.
• Title Page
• Introduction
o Purpose Statement
o Practice Problem Identification
o Role of the DNP Practice Scholar in Influencing Practice Problems
• Implications of the Practice Problem at the National Level (Cancer)
o Significance
o Relevance
o Economic Ramifications
• Impact of the Practice Problem (cancer)at the National Level on Key Stakeholders
o Patients
o Families
o Nurses
o Interprofessional Team Members
o Healthcare Organizations
• Implications of the Practice Problem at the Local Level (cancer in Miami, Florida)
o Significance (INCIDENCE AND PREVALENCE OF CANCER)
o Relevance (MORTALITY OF CANCER)
o Economic Ramifications (financial data)
• Impact of the Practice Problem at the Local Level (cancer in Miami, Florida) on Key Stakeholders
o Patients
o Families
o Nurses
o Interprofessional Team Members
o Healthcare Organizations
• Conclusion
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
o The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
o The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
o Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.