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  • Title: The Failure of Drug Bans and the Cycle of Recidivism in America “Comparing Liberal and Conservative Views on Rights and Liberties: A Look at Police-Public Contacts in the United States”

    Essay
    Assignment #2
    Option/Question
    1:  Chapter 7 of the textbook, “Crime Control
    Through Legislation,” contains a discussion of America’s “drug problem” and laws
    designed to limit or ban the use of specific psychoactive substances (see
    sections titled “Drug Bans,” “The Scope of America’s Drug Problem,” and “Drug
    Ban Problems”).  The federal report 2018 Update on Prisoner Recidivism: A 9-Year
    Follow-up Period (2005-2014) contains some discussion of the release and
    recidivism of persons incarcerated for drug-related offenses. 
    Write an essay which briefly summarizes (i) the “drug
    problem” in the United States, (ii) the effectiveness (or lack thereof) of laws
    which criminalize the use of drugs, and (iii) recidivism among drug offenders
    released from prison. 
    Directions: 
    1.)  This assignment provides three (3)
    options/questions.  Choose one (1)
    option/question and write an essay (1,200 – 1,500 words) answering the question.  You should be sure to address everything the
    question inquires about and to be thorough in your explanation.  The essay should be between 1,200 and
    1,500 words in length.  Please keep
    in mind the fact that 1,200 words is the minimum length.  The depth and detail of your essay will be
    taken into consideration when the essay is graded, so it is in your best
    interest to be thorough in your essay. 
    2.)  Please prepare your essay as a Microsoft Word
    document and double-space your essay. 
    3.)  Be sure to adequately
    address each key issue a question asks about and balance your essay.  In other words, roughly equivalent attention
    should be afforded to each key issue. 
    You should NOT, for example, dedicate two thirds of your essay to one of
    the issues inquired about and then just briefly touch upon the others. 
    4.)  Regarding personal opinion/ideas/analyses of
    the issues: Some of the essay questions may ask you to provide an opinion or
    your personal ideas about or analysis of an issue.   With respect to personal
    opinion/ideas/analyses, there is NOT a right or wrong answer.  No points will be deducted because a student
    voices a specific opinion or expresses a particular idea.  However, when presenting an
    opinion/idea/analysis you MUST provide a clear explanation and rationale for
    your opinion/analysis/ideas.  In other
    words, you need to describe and discuss your thoughts on the matter and provide
    a supporting argument for your opinion/views/ideas.  Do NOT just provide an opinion/view/analysis
    without also providing a rationale. 
    5.)  Regarding outside research/reference
    materials (i.e., any research/reference materials other than the required text
    and/or assigned readings), no outside materials are necessary, expected, or
    permitted for this assignment.  The
    essay you write must be based on the materials assigned in this class. 
    6.)  Regarding the use of quotes and the matter
    of plagiarism, you should feel free to use quotes from the textbook
    and/or assigned readings, but such quotes should be used sparingly.  In other words, you should use no more than a
    few quotes in the essay (four or five, at the most) and the quotes should be
    short and relevant.  There should be no
    long quotes (i.e., no quote should be more than a single sentence in length) in
    your essay nor should your essay consist primarily of a series of quotes from
    the text.  You should NOT use any direct
    quotes from the online synopses of the assigned readings nor should any of your
    essays strongly resemble the online summaries of the assigned readings.  In short, all essays must be original.  They should be written in your own words and,
    in the event that a question requires you to present an opinion, the opinion
    you present should be your own. 
    When using quotes, all
    quotes should be in quotation marks and should indicate the author(s) and page
    number from the text (see examples below). 
    Please keep in mind the fact that, as stated on the course syllabi, the
    penalty for plagiarism is a failing grade for the class. 
    Direct Quote Example #1:  Worrall suggests that “Liberals often favor
    the protection of people’s rights and liberties to a higher degree than their
    conservative counterparts do” (p. 34). 
    Direct Quote Example #2:  Research on police-public contacts has shown
    that roughly “6.7% of U.S. residents age 16 or older initiated contact with
    police on one or more occasions to report a crime, disturbance, or suspicious
    activity, while 3.5% initiated contact to report a non-crime emergency” (Davis,
    Whyde, and Langton, p. 5). 

  • Instructional and Wellness Strategies for College Students: A Comprehensive Guide

    You will complete your final project for this course in three distinct parts or assignments. For
    this project, you will interview a current professor and student in a college or university, a
    member of the clergy who interacts with college students, and one higher education counselor or
    advisor. The purpose of these interviews is for you to better understand research-based academic
    strategies such as time management, study skills, and meeting college students’ emotional,
    psychological, and spiritual needs. By conducting interviews and investigating scholarly
    literature, the end product of these assignments will be a well-developed Instructional Research
    Strategies Plan and Wellness Strategies Plan. You will present your plans and findings in a
    PowerPoint presentation as the final stage of the project.
    INSTRUCTIONS
    For this Final Project: Part 3 – PowerPoint Presentation Assignment, you will develop an
    informative and engaging PowerPoint presentation for college students, encompassing concepts
    from Parts 1 and 2 of this final project. Your presentation should educate students on at least
    three of the six strategies (time management, life management, study skills, emotional well-
    being, psychological health, spiritual development) you researched for this project. Seamlessly
    incorporate information from Parts 1 and 2 of this final project. Part 3 will incorporate two new
    sources to enrich your presentation.
    Your presentation must contain the following key components:
    1. Content Integration:
    • Thematic Continuity – Identify common themes or strategies, ensuring a fluid and
    logical flow.
    • Highlighting Key Findings – Select and emphasize the most significant findings. Use
    bullet points, key quotes, or data visualization to make these stand out.
    • Case Studies or Examples – Incorporate real-life examples or case studies that were
    part of your interviews or research—these help in grounding theoretical insights in
    practical scenarios.
    • Connecting to College Life – Relate each finding or strategy directly to college
    student experiences, emphasizing how they can be applied in the context of college
    life.
    • Summary Slide – Conclude with a summary slide that encapsulates the key insights
    from the entire presentation, linking back to the objectives outlined in the
    introduction.
    • Strategic Recommendations – Offer recommendations or conclusions based on the
    integrated analysis of all parts, highlighting potential implications for college student
    support and development.
    2. Research and Sources:
    • Utilization of Existing Sources – Utilize all sources from Parts 1 and 2.

  • Theory Selection for Program Proposal The proposed program aims to address the issue of workplace burnout among healthcare professionals. In order to effectively design and implement this program, it is important to select a theory that aligns with the goals and objectives of the

    Continue the process of creating your Program Proposal, address the question listed below (add your response to your existing Program Proposal paper, begin a new paragraph, do not create a new heading or subheading, simply begin a new paragraph).
    Remember, do not write out the questions, write your answers in a third-person APA narration, be concise, fully spell out your words, and articulate your ideas thoroughly. Upload your APA paper under Lesson 4 Assignment (this upload should have the contents of Assignments 1 through 4 within the paper).
    Which theory would be a good fit for this program (explain the theory and why it is a good fit)? Be sure to support what you are saying with evidence from your textbook and/or a professional source.
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  • Title: Mapping the Changing World: Examining European Cartography from the Late Middle Ages to the Late Sixteenth Century 1. How did European’s understanding of the world change from the late middle ages to the late sixteenth century? From the

    In this assignment, you will be examining the five maps That I will be attaching.  Two maps are based on  Ptolemy’s Geography (c. 150 AD); next is the first large-scale map of the world after voyages of exploration by Francesco Rosselli (1445- c. 1513); Waldseemüller wall map from 1507 that famously gave the name America to the New World (based on explorer Americo Vespucci); and Abraham Ortelius (1527-1598) world map from 1564.
    While looking at the maps, you might want to consider the following questions:
    How did European’s understanding of the world change from the late middle ages to the late sixteenth century?  
    What accounts for these new understandings of the world? 
    How did these mapmakers build on Ptolemy’s Geography? 
    How did these new maps challenge the way Europeans understood the world? 
    Are these maps accurate? 
    Do they represent the real world?  Or are they simply approximations? 
    What common elements can you identify? 
    What elements do we still find on modern maps? 
    Who do you think were the end users of these maps? 
    What can you learn from looking at these maps? 
    Each of the questions should be answered in about  150 words. 

  • “Exploring the Possibilities: A Journey into Early Childhood Education”

    My assignment is to do career exploration.  My field is early childhood education.  I am currently a preschool teacher and am finishing my bachelors degree. 

  • Reflection on Learning Reflection on Learning: Connecting Course Outcomes, Program Outcomes, AACN Essentials, and NONPF Competencies in Psychopharmacology Education “Developing Professionalism in Communication to Achieve Nonpf Independent Practice Competency”

    Purpose
    The purpose of this activity is to deepen learning through reflective inquiry. It will allow for expansion in self-awareness, identification of knowledge gaps, and assessment of learning goals related to course outcomes, program outcomes, American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials, and National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) competencies.
    Course Outcomes
    This assignment enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:
    CO 1:  Examine the neurophysiological and neuroanatomical basis of psychopharmacologic interventions commonly applied in mental health practice. (PO 1)
    CO 2: Associate brain structure and function to the pathophysiology of acute and chronic mental health diagnoses commonly seen in mental health practice. (PO 1)
    CO 3: Apply knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics in prescribing psychopharmacotherapy. (PO 1)
    CO 4:   Analyze factors pertinent to making the most effective drug selection for a client with a specific diagnosis in the mental health care setting. (POs 1, 2)
    CO 5: Identify the most commonly prescribed agents in the major psychopharmacologic drug classes. (POs 1, 2)
    CO 6:  Analyze client indicators of therapeutic, ineffective, adverse responses and side effects to psychopharmacotherapy. (PO 1)
    CO 7: Identify legal and ethical issues related to pharmacological management of the psychiatric mental health patient. (PO 1, 2)
    Due Date
    This assignment is due by Saturday at 11:59 p.m. MT of Week 8.  
    The course ends on Saturday of Week 8. There is no late submission allowed for this assignment.
    Total Points Possible
    This assignment is worth a total of 20 points.
    Preparing the Assignment
    Follow these guidelines when completing this assignment. Contact your course faculty if you have questions.
    Include the following sections (detailed criteria listed below and in the Grading Rubric).
    Reflection on Learning: Apply all required criteria in the assignment with information that is clear and sufficient in detail.
    Describe how learning in this course will help you achieve Program Outcome 1: Provide high-quality, safe, patient-centered care grounded in holistic health principles. (Holistic Health & Patient-Centered Care)
    Describe how course assignments or activities will help you achieve ONE of the advanced-level nursing education competencies from AACN Essentials Domain 1 listed in each section below. Provide at least two specific examples.
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    1.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the discipline of nursing’s distinct perspective and where shared perspectives exist with other disciplines.
    1.2 Apply theory and research-based knowledge from nursing, the arts, humanities, and other sciences.
    1.3 Demonstrate clinical judgment founded on a broad knowledge base.
    Describe how course assignments or activities will help you achieve ONE NONPF Core Competency from NP Domain 1.3 listed below.
    NP 1.3f: Demonstrate clinical judgment using a systematic approach to inform, improve, and advance NP practice processes and outcomes.
    NP 1.3g: Demonstrate clinical judgment to inform and improve NP practice based on the foundational knowledge of advanced physiology/pathophysiology, advanced health assessment, and advanced pharmacology.
    NP 1.3h: Synthesize current and emerging evidence to influence NP practice.
    Professionalism in Communication: Communicate with minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation.
    Rubric
    NR546 W8 Reflection on Learning Rubric
    NR546 W8 Reflection on Learning Rubric
    Criteria Ratings Pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReflection on Learning
    3 Required Criteria
    Reflections should be clear and sufficient in detail.
    1. Describe how course assignments or activities will help you achieve Program Outcome 1.
    2. Describe how course assignments or activities will help you achieve ONE of the advanced-level nursing education competencies from AACN Essentials Domain 1.
    3. Describe how course assignments or activities will help you achieve ONE NONPF Independent Practice Competency.
    18 pts
    Excellent
    All requirements met.
    15 pts
    Satisfactory
    2 requirements met.
    9 pts
    Needs Improvement
    1 requirement met.
    0 pts
    Unsatisfactory
    No requirements met.
    18 pts
    This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessionalism in Communication
    Communicate with minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation.
    2 pts
    Excellent
    0-1 errors.
    1.8 pts
    Very Good
    2-3 errors.
    1.5 pts
    Satisfactory
    4-5 errors.
    1 pts
    Needs Improvement
    6-7 errors.
    0 pts
    Unsatisfactory
    More than 7 errors.
    2 pts
    Total Points: 20
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  • Title: The Power of Social Media Marketing: Strategies, Distribution, and Practical Applications Introduction: In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of marketing strategies for businesses of all sizes. With the rise of platforms like Facebook,

    Original Post:
    You will create an original post in response to one of the available topics for each discussion. 
    Instructions: 
    Title your post according to your selected topic: 
    Product strategy
    Distribution
    Defending the practice of social media marketing
    In at least 600 words, discuss your topic by addressing the following items: 
    Explain the concept of the marketing management topic selected for your paper (Your textbook is a good source for this section). 
    Examine at least 1 practical application/example for your topic. This must involve the mention of a specific industry or organization, explained in sufficient detail. 
    Formulate a question for classmates about your topic that your classmates will respond to. Pose just one question of classmates. This must go at the very end of the document. 
    Have a separate heading for each of these 3 sections. Use the headings as highlighted above in bold. 
    Use at least two outside sources in addition to the course textbook. These can be scholarly marketing journals (Journal of Marketing, Journal of Marketing Research, etc.), or practitioner publications (Wall Street Journal, Ad Age, etc.),
    Use current APA format. 

  • Title: Focused SOAP Note for Patient with Psychotic Disorder “Analyzing the Impact of Social Media on Society”

    Walden University. (2021). Case study: Sherman Tremaine. Walden University Canvas. https://waldenu.instructure.com
    Psychotic disorders change one’s sense of reality and cause abnormal thinking and perception. Patients presenting with psychotic disorders may suffer from delusions or hallucinations or may display negative symptoms such as lack of emotion or withdraw from social situations or relationships. Symptoms of medication-induced movement disorders can be mild or lethal and can include, for example, tremors, dystonic reactions, or serotonin syndrome.
    For this Assignment, you will complete a focused SOAP note for a patient in a case study who has either a schizophrenia spectrum, other psychotic, or medication-induced movement disorder. RESOURCES
    Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. Click the weekly resources link to access the resources. WEEKLY RESOURCES
    TO PREPARE
    Review the Focused SOAP Note template, which you will use to complete this Assignment. There is also a Focused SOAP Note Exemplar provided as a guide for Assignment expectations.
    Review the video, Case Study: Sherman Tremaine. You will use this case as the basis of this Assignment. In this video, a Walden faculty member is assessing a mock patient. The patient will be represented onscreen as an avatar.
    Consider what history would be necessary to collect from this patient.
    Consider what interview questions you would need to ask this patient.
    THE ASSIGNMENT
    Develop a focused SOAP note, including your differential diagnosis and critical-thinking process to formulate a primary diagnosis. Incorporate the following into your responses in the template:
    Subjective: What details did the patient provide regarding their chief complaint and symptomology to derive your differential diagnosis? What is the duration and severity of their symptoms? How are their symptoms impacting their functioning in life? Objective: What observations did you make during the psychiatric assessment?  Assessment: Discuss the patient’s mental status examination results. What were your differential diagnoses? Provide a minimum of three possible diagnoses with supporting evidence, and list them in order from highest priority to lowest priority. Compare the DSM-5-TR diagnostic criteria for each differential diagnosis and explain what DSM-5-TR criteria rules out the differential diagnosis to find an accurate diagnosis. Explain the critical-thinking process that led you to the primary diagnosis you selected. Include pertinent positives and pertinent negatives for the specific patient case.
    Plan: What is your plan for psychotherapy? What is your plan for treatment and management, including alternative therapies? Include pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic treatments, alternative therapies, and follow-up parameters, as well as a rationale for this treatment and management plan. Also incorporate one health promotion activity and one patient education strategy.
    Reflection notes: What would you do differently with this patient if you could conduct the session again? Discuss what your next intervention would be if you were able to follow up with this patient. Also include in your reflection a discussion related to legal/ethical considerations (demonstrate critical thinking beyond confidentiality and consent for treatment!), health promotion, and disease prevention, taking into consideration patient factors (such as age, ethnic group, etc.), PMH, and other risk factors (e.g., socioeconomic, cultural background, etc.).
    Provide at least three evidence-based, peer-reviewed journal articles or evidenced-based guidelines that relate to this case to support your diagnostics and differential diagnoses. Be sure they are current (no more than 5 years old).
    BY DAY 7 OF WEEK 5
    Submit your Focused SOAP Note.
    SUBMISSION INFORMATION
    Before submitting your final assignment, you can check your draft for authenticity. To check your draft, access the Turnitin Drafts from the Start Here area. To submit your completed assignment, save your Assignment as WK5Assgn_LastName_Firstinitial
    Then, click on Start Assignment near the top of the page.
    Next, click on Upload File and select Submit Assignment for review.

  • “Engaging in Meaningful Dialogue: The Importance of Asking and Answering Questions in the Reading Process”

    Each discussion is a response to this format:
    Response #1
    For each student’s discussion, post meaningful responses, motivate the group discussion, present creative approaches to the topic, and thoroughly explain your connection or reaction. (Go beyond agreeing)
    Discussion replies should continue a conversation and provide avenues for additional continuous dialogue. 
    Do not post “I agree,” or similar, statements. Expand by bringing in related examples, concepts, and experiences. 
    Indicate the main thought of your post in the subject line.
    Response #2
    Discuss why it is important for students to ask and answer questions before, during, and after reading.

  • The Costs of Production: Understanding Marginal Costs and Their Impact on Company Decisions Introduction: Every firm incurs costs of production in order to produce goods and services. These costs can vary depending on the type of production, technology used, and

    This assignment will focus on the Costs of Production. Every firm faces costs of production.  Firms undertake the costs of production in order to produce goods and services.  The hope is that these costs will be less than the revenue they have coming in which will result in profit.  
    Compare and contrast the costs associated with the costs of production. Provide examples for each type of cost you identify.  
    What does the term marginal cost mean in economics?  Why is it important to understand the term of marginal costs?  Provide examples to support your work.  
    Should a company ever produce a good or service if the managers know it will lose money? Why or why not. Provide examples to support your response. Explain as much as necessary to get the point across.
    Be sure to submit your assignment as a word document through the online course site.  Be sure to include your research references cited in APA format at the end of your paper. Your write up should be no more than 2 double-spaced pages. (fonts should be 12 points). You must make a well thought out, concise, paper.  Be sure to support your work with specific examples and additional research. 
    Your assignment should be approximately 500 words in length (typically, two double-spaced pages), not counting cover page, reference list page, appendices, figures, or tables.
    Your assignment should include a title page and a reference list page, and be completed in Times New Roman 12-point font, double-spaced, with appropriate header, page numbers, one-inch margins, and meet all other requirements of APA Stylebook. 
    Please cite your additional resources used/referenced in the most current APA format. 
    An abstract is not required. 
    Please refer to the rubric associated with this assignment for detailed guidance about expectations and grading.