Identify one vulnerable population within a selected community. Explore current
Identify one vulnerable population within a selected community. Explore current literature and related data to better understand the variables that place this population at risk for health concerns and health disparities. Analyze national health directives (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) to determine correlation with needs/risks/disparities of the vulnerable population.
Part 1: Concept Map
Identify the following elements to include in the concept map.
Vulnerable population
Variables (risk factors) that place the identified population at risk (minimum of three)
Minimum of one health risk or disparity for which the population is at risk
2. Create a concept map that portrays each element and the relationships between the vulnerable population, variables placing the population at risk, and the identified health risk or disparity for which the population is susceptible. The concept map must be your own, original work.
Part 2: Summary Paper
In a 1–3 page paper, address the elements listed below. Include a minimum of four scholarly sources, current within 5 years, to support your work. See the rubric for specific, required content criteria within each section of the paper.
Provide an introduction to the paper.
Include a succinct descriiption of the vulnerable population identified, a minimum of three variables that place the population at risk, and the identified health risk(s) or disparity that the population is at risk of experiencing. Explain how the concept map portrays the relationships between each element:
Vulnerable population
Variables that place the vulnerable population at risk (minimum of three)
Health risks and disparities for which the population is at risk (minimum of one)
Identify one national population health goal or objective that relates to the identified risk or disparity (such as Healthy People or another national initiative). Propose one strategy for advanced nursing practice to collaborate at the local, state, or national level to advocate for the health of the vulnerable population and advance the Healthy People goal or objective that is identified.
Provide a conclusion to the paper.
Assignment Instructions
Abide by the Chamberlain College of Nursing Academic Integrity Policy.
Part 2: Summary Paper—using Microsoft Word, create the written paper for this assignment.
Sources older than 5 years may not be used without the permission of the class instructor.
Title page, pagination, subheadings, body of paper, citation of sources, and reference page must follow APA guidelines as found in the most current edition of the manual.
Rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure are followed and consistent with formal, scholarly writing as noted in the most current edition of the APA Manual.
No more than one short direct quote (15 words or less) may be used in this assignment.
First person should not be used within this assignment.
Please note: If you do not receive a proficient rating in any major content category, you can re-submit your assignment with revisions in those content categories to receive a better grade. You have one additional opportunity to revise after the initial submission in order to make improvements. The initial submission must be a complete paper; rough drafts will not be graded. All revisions must be submitted no later than Sunday of Module 7 at 11:59 p.m. (You cannot revise your graduate-level writing style for a higher grade in that category.).
Assignment Criteria
Assessment Criteria
Points
%
Descriiption
Part 1: Concept Map
30
20%
An original, student-created concept map is submitted that portrays/meets the following.
Vulnerable population
Variables (risk factors) that place the vulnerable population at risk (minimum of three)
Health risk or disparity experienced by the vulnerable population (minimum of one)
Interrelationships between each required element
Submission guidelines are followed
Part 2: Summary Paper
Introduction
15
10%
This section includes the following.
Overview of the concept of vulnerability
Identification of a vulnerable population to be examined
Identification of the sections of the paper
Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
Part 2: Summary Paper
Concept Map Overview
39
26%
This section includes overview of the concept map that was created, including all of the following elements.
Descriiption of the vulnerable population
Explanation of variables that place the population at risk (minimum of three)
Population health-related risk or disparity experienced (minimum of one)
Discussion of interrelationships between the elements as portrayed on the concept map
Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
Part 2: Summary Paper
Implications for Advanced Nursing Practice
36
24%
This section includes the following.
Proposal of one strategy for the MSN-prepared nurse to advocate for this vulnerable population at the local, state, or national level
Explanation of how the proposed strategy aligns with the one national population health goal or objective related to the identified risk or disparity (such as Healthy People or another national initiative)
Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
Part 2: Summary Paper
Conclusion
15
10%
This section includes the following.
Concluding statements regarding relationships between risk factors and vulnerability
Concluding statements regarding the role of MSN-prepared nurses to advocate for vulnerable groups
Graduate-level Writing Style
15
10%
Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure
Clarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas within writing
Scholarly, professional writing tone with no use of first person
Synthesis of information is present with no more than one short direct quote (15 words or less)
Correct APA format for the following:
Page numbering
Font style and size
Margins and spacing
Headings; subheadings
Citation and referencing sources
Mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)
Quality of Literature Support
It is an expectation that a minimum of four scholarly sources, current within 5 years, are integrated within the assignment.
If the above expectation is not met, 3 points shall be deducted.
Assignment Length Criteria
It is an expectation that the paper is a minimum of 1 page in length, and a maximum of 3 pages (not including the title or reference pages).
If the above expectation is not met, 3 points shall be deducted.
Total
150
100%
A quality assignment will meet or exceed the above requirements.
Rubric
Module 4 Assignment Vulnerable Population Guidelines and Rubric (1)
Module 4 Assignment Vulnerable Population Guidelines and Rubric (1)
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Part 1: Concept Map
30 pts
Distinguished presentation of an original, student-created concept map as evidenced by all of the following elements.
• Vulnerable population • Variables (risk factors) that place the vulnerable population at risk (minimum of three) • Health risk or disparity experienced by the vulnerable population (minimum of one) • Interrelationships between each required element • Submission guidelines are followed
27 pts
Presentation of an original, student-created concept map exceeds expectations evidenced by most content included but with one area where coverage is superficial.
• Vulnerable population • Variables (risk factors) that place the vulnerable population at risk (minimum of three) • Health risk or disparity experienced by the vulnerable population (minimum of one) • Interrelationships between each required element • Submission guidelines are followed
25 pts
Proficient presentation of an original, student-created concept map as evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas.
• Vulnerable population • Variables (risk factors) that place the vulnerable population at risk (minimum of three) • Health risk or disparity experienced by the vulnerable population (minimum of one) • Interrelationships between each required element • Submission guidelines are followed
0 pts
Concept map is not the student’s original creation. Or Original, student-created concept map needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas.
• Vulnerable population • Variables (risk factors) that place the vulnerable population at risk (minimum of three) • Health risk or disparity experienced by the vulnerable population (minimum of one) • Interrelationships between each required element • Submission guidelines are followed
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Part 2: Summary Paper Introduction
15 pts
Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner.
• Overview of the concept of vulnerability • Identification of a vulnerable population to be examined • Identification of the sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
13 pts
Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial.
• Overview of the concept of vulnerability • Identification of a vulnerable population to be examined • Identification of the sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
12 pts
Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas.
• Overview of the concept of vulnerability • Identification of a vulnerable population to be examined • Identification of the sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
0 pts
Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas.
• Overview of the concept of vulnerability • Identification of a vulnerable population to be examined • Identification of the sections of the paper • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Part 2: Summary Paper Concept Map Overview
39 pts
Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner.
• Descriiption of the vulnerable population • Explanation of variables that place the population at risk (minimum of three) • Population health-related risk or disparity experienced (minimum of one) • Discussion of interrelationships between the elements as portrayed on the concept map • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
35 pts
Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial.
• Descriiption of the vulnerable population • Explanation of variables that place the population at risk (minimum of three) • Population health-related risk or disparity experienced (minimum of one) • Discussion of interrelationships between the elements as portrayed on the concept map • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
32 pts
Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas.
• Descriiption of the vulnerable population • Explanation of variables that place the population at risk (minimum of three) • Population health-related risk or disparity experienced (minimum of one) • Discussion of interrelationships between the elements as portrayed on the concept map • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
0 pts
Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas.
• Descriiption of the vulnerable population • Explanation of variables that place the population at risk (minimum of three) • Population health-related risk or disparity experienced (minimum of one) • Discussion of interrelationships between the elements as portrayed on the concept map • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
39 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Part 2: Summary Paper Implications for Advanced Nursing Practice
36 pts
Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner.
• Proposal of one strategy for the MSN-prepared nurse to advocate for this vulnerable population at the local, state, or national level • Explanation of how the proposed strategy aligns with the one national population health goal or objective related to the identified risk or disparity (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
33 pts
Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial.
• Proposal of one strategy for the MSN-prepared nurse to advocate for this vulnerable population at the local, state, or national level • Explanation of how the proposed strategy aligns with the one national population health goal or objective related to the identified risk or disparity (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
30 pts
Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas.
• Proposal of one strategy for the MSN-prepared nurse to advocate for this vulnerable population at the local, state, or national level • Explanation of how the proposed strategy aligns with the one national population health goal or objective related to the identified risk or disparity (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
0 pts
Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas.
• Proposal of one strategy for the MSN-prepared nurse to advocate for this vulnerable population at the local, state, or national level • Explanation of how the proposed strategy aligns with the one national population health goal or objective related to the identified risk or disparity (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) • Sufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented
36 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Part 2: Summary Paper Conclusion
15 pts
Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner.
• Concluding statements regarding relationships between risk factors and vulnerability • Concluding statements regarding the role of MSN-prepared nurses to advocate for vulnerable groups
13 pts
Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial.
• Concluding statements regarding relationships between risk factors and vulnerability • Concluding statements regarding the role of MSN-prepared nurses to advocate for vulnerable groups
12 pts
Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas.
• Concluding statements regarding relationships between risk factors and vulnerability • Concluding statements regarding the role of MSN-prepared nurses to advocate for vulnerable groups
0 pts
Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas.
• Concluding statements regarding relationships between risk factors and vulnerability • Concluding statements regarding the role of MSN-prepared nurses to advocate for vulnerable groups
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Graduate-level Writing Style
15 pts
Distinguished graduate-level writing style is evidenced by meeting all of the following criteria with 0-1 errors total.
• Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure • Clarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas within writing • Scholarly, professional writing tone with no use of first person • Synthesis of information is present with no more than one short direct quote (15 words or less) • Correct APA format for the following. o Page numbering o Font style and size o Margins and spacing o Headings; subheadings o Citation and referencing sources o Mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)
13 pts
Graduate-level writing style exceeds expectations as evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 2-4 errors total.
• Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure • Clarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas within writing • Scholarly, professional writing tone with no use of first person • Synthesis of information is present with no more than one short direct quote (15 words or less) • Correct APA format for the following. o Page numbering o Font style and size o Margins and spacing o Headings; subheadings o Citation and referencing sources o Mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)
12 pts
Proficient graduate-level writing style is evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 5-7 errors total.
• Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure • Clarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas within writing • Scholarly, professional writing tone with no use of first person • Synthesis of information is present with no more than one short direct quote (15 words or less) • Correct APA format for the following. o Page numbering o Font style and size o Margins and spacing o Headings; subheadings o Citation and referencing sources o Mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)
0 pts
Graduate-level writing style needs improvement as evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 8 or more errors total.
• Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure • Clarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas within writing • Scholarly, professional writing tone with no use of first person • Synthesis of information is present with no more than one short direct quote (15 words or less) • Correct APA format for the following. o Page numbering o Font style and size o Margins and spacing o Headings; subheadings o Citation and referencing sources o Mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)
15 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Quality of Literature Support
0 pts
0 Points Deducted
A minimum of four peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within 5 years, are integrated within the assignment.
0 pts
3 Points Deducted
The assignment fails to meet the requirement noted for quality of literature support.
0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome Assignment Length Expectations
0 pts
0 Points Deducted
The length of the assignment meets the criteria: Minimum of 1 page in length; maximum of 3 pages in length (not including title or reference pages)
0 pts
3 Points Deducted
The assignment fails to meet the requirement for length.
0 pts
Total Points: 150