Week 7 Discussion: Impact in the 21st Century (Graded)
Purpose:
The purpose of this discussion is for learners to consider one 21st century person or event significantly impacted nursing and healthcare.
Course Outcomes:
This discussion enables the student to meet the following course outcome:
• CO3: Identify persons and events in nursing history impacting evidence-based practice from the 20th century and 21st century. (PO8)
Due Date
• During the assigned week (Sunday the start of the assigned week through Sunday the end of the assigned week):
o Posts in the discussion at least two times, and
o Posts in the discussion on two different days
Points Possible
50 points
Directions
• Discussions are designed to promote dialogue between faculty and students, and students and their peers. In discussions students:
o Demonstrate understanding of concepts for the week
o Integrate outside scholarly sources when required
o Engage in meaningful dialogue with classmates and/or instructor
o Express opinions clearly and logically, in a professional manner
• Use the rubric on this page as you compose your answers.
• Best Practices include: Show that you understand the concepts for the week. Use scholarly sources from outside the class when asked. Have a meaningful conversation with classmates and/or the teacher. Give your opinion in a clear, logical, and professional way. Use the rubric on this page to help you write your answers.
o Participation early in the week is encouraged to stimulate meaningful discussion among classmates and instructor.
o Enter the discussion often during the week to read and learn from posts.
o Select different classmates for your reply each week.
Discussion
Select one person or event in 21st century nursing that had the greatest impact on evidence in professional nursing practice. Explain your choice and the impact on healthcare.
