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Please discuss the evolution of Mesoamerica and explain the importance of Columbus and De las Casas in the story of colonialism. Furthermore, what does Menchaca argue with respect to Spain’s “racial foundations” and “whiteness”? Discuss the course of African slavery and explain the danger in any nation not acknowledging the presence of a Black population.
Here are examples of in-text citations for your paper:
(Menchaca, pg. XX), (Resendez Lecture, YouTube), (Hortua Lecture Recording, Module X) and any other video/article that could tie into your paper

Choose a patient-care situation in which the RN should intervene and advocate for the patient. An example of such a situation might be when a patient has not been given complete informed consent.
Include the following in your paper:
Describe the clinical situation concisely and descriptively. It can be an actual situation or a hypothetical one.
Apply the Bioethical Decision Making Model to the specific clinical ethical situation that you choose. Address each section of the model in your paper.
Conclude with a discussion of nursing advocacy in the clinical setting and the nurse’s role as a patient advocate. Your paper should be 4-5 pages.
You must reference and cite 1-2 scholarly sources other than your text. Include a title page and a reference page to cite your text and adhere to APA formatting.
Review the rubric for further information on how your assignment will be graded.
Rubric
NURS_521_DE – Advocacy Paper Rubric
NURS_521_DE – Advocacy Paper Rubric
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
50 to >43.5 ptsMeets Expectations
Content is clear, thorough, and organized effectively. Main points are well supported. Meets all of the criteria of the written assignment.
43.5 to >37.5 ptsApproaches Expectations
Content is somewhat clear, thorough, and organized effectively. Some points are well supported. Meets most of the criteria of the written assignment.
37.5 to >29.5 ptsBelow Expectations
Content is generally unclear, not thorough, and organized ineffectively. Main points are not well supported. Meets only a few of the criteria of the written assignment.
29.5 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet Expectations
Content is disconnected, unorganized, and does not meet the criteria of the written assignment.
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity and Coherence
50 to >43.5 ptsMeets Expectations
Writing flows smoothly from one idea to another. Writer has taken pains to assist the reader in following the logic of the ideas expressed.
43.5 to >37.5 ptsApproaches Expectations
Sentences are mostly structured to clearly communicate ideas. Transitions between paragraphs make the writer’s points easy to follow.
37.5 to >29.5 ptsBelow Expectations
Sentence structure and word choice sometimes interfere with clarity of content and distract the reader.
29.5 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet Expectations
Poor sentence structure, sentences do not make sense; no clarity evident in the paper.
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReferences and Citations Within the Body of the Paper
12.5 to >10.88 ptsMeets Expectations
The required number of scholarly references is used and cited skillfully throughout the paper.
10.88 to >9.38 ptsApproaches Expectations
The required number of scholarly references is used but some may not be cited accurately or skillfully throughout the paper.
9.38 to >7.38 ptsBelow Expectations
The required number of scholarly references is not used and most are not cited accurately or skillfully throughout the paper.
7.38 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet Expectations
References or citations are not included in the body of the paper and writing indicates none were used.
12.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and APA
12.5 to >10.88 ptsMeets Expectations
The assignment consistently follows current APA format and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.
10.88 to >9.38 ptsApproaches Expectations
The assignment consistently follows current APA format with only isolated and inconsistent mistakes and/or has a few grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced correctly.
9.38 to >7.38 ptsBelow Expectations
The assignment generally follows current APA format with several mistakes and grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced incorrectly.
7.38 to >0 ptsDoes Not Meet Expectations
The assignment does not follow current APA format and/or has many grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Sources are missing.
12.5 pts
Total Points: 125
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Review of a Bill Assignment
Select an active bill at the state or federal level that impacts the professional practice of nursing. In a 3-4 page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), summarize the provisions of the bill and clearly explain what the bill will accomplish. The paper should be no more than 4 pages, typed in Times New Roman using 12-point font, and double-spaced with 1″ margins.
Your review of a bill paper should:
Discuss the major provisions of the bill.
Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the legislation by explaining the background and all relevant facts.
Discuss any relevant history related to the legislation, pertinent votes, and issues that are stalling the legislation, etc.
Use primary sources for this information.
Identify key supporters and those who do not support the bill. Explain why some of these individuals support the bill and why some do not.
Explore the positions of the key stakeholders in the bill, both pros and cons. Do not make assumptions about potential key stakeholders. Examine this area carefully so you are correctly reflecting the stakeholders positions.
Discuss how the bill would impact a nurse’s ability to provide safe and quality care or to practice to the highest scope of the nursing license.
Explain specific actions that nurses can take to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislation
Use Current APA Style, headings and references as appropriate.
Due Sunday, 11:59 p.m. (Pacific time)
Rubric
NURS_510_DE – Review of a Bill
NURS_510_DE – Review of a Bill
CriteriaRatingsPts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSummary of a Bill
22.5 to >18.45 ptsAccomplished
Clearly summarizes the bill’s major provisions and what the bill will accomplish.
18.45 to >16.88 ptsEmerging
The bill’s major provisions and what the bill will accomplish are included, but lacks clarity.
16.88 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactory
The bill’s major provisions and what the bill will accomplish are absent or severely lacking in detail
22.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLegislation
30 to >24.6 ptsAccomplished
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the legislation by explaining relevant facts and background information.
24.6 to >22.5 ptsEmerging
Relevant facts and background regarding legislation are included, but lacks clarity.
22.5 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactory
Relevant facts and background regarding legislation are absent or severely lacking in detail.
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeHistory
22.5 to >18.45 ptsAccomplished
Relevant history related to the legislation, pertinent votes, and issues related to the legislation is clearly identified.
18.45 to >16.88 ptsEmerging
Relevant history related to the legislation, pertinent votes, and issues related to the legislation is included but lacks clarity.
16.88 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactory
Relevant history related to the legislation, pertinent votes, and issues related to the legislation is absent or severely lacking in detail
22.5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeKey Supporters & Stakeholders
30 to >24.6 ptsAccomplished
Key supporters and stakeholders are identified. Position of stakeholders and key supporters is clearly and accurately explained.
24.6 to >22.5 ptsEmerging
Key supporters and stakeholders are identified, and positions are explained. Explanations lack clarity.
22.5 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactory
Key supporters and stakeholders are either absent or incorrectly identified. Positions are absent or incorrectly explained.
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality Care Discussion
30 to >24.6 ptsAccomplished
Informative discussion on how the bill might impact a nurse’s ability to provide care is included. Nursing specific actions that can be taken to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislation are clearly explained.
24.6 to >22.5 ptsEmerging
Basic discussion on how the bill might impact a nurse’s ability to provide care is included, but lacks details and or clarity. Nursing specific actions that can be taken to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislation are explained but lack clarity.
22.5 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactory
Basic discussion on how the bill might impact a nurse’s ability to provide care is absent or severely lacking in clarity. Nursing specific actions that can be taken to assist with the passage or defeat of the legislation are absent or incorrectly explained.
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization, Writing & APA
15 to >12.3 ptsAccomplished
APA format is followed. Written in a clear, concise, formal, and organized manner. Information from sources is paraphrased appropriately and accurately cited.
12.3 to >11.25 ptsEmerging
APA format is mostly followed. Writing is generally clear and organized but is not concise or formal in language. Multiple errors exist in spelling and grammar with minor interference with readability or comprehension. Most information from sources is paraphrased and cited correctly.
11.25 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactory
APA format may not be followed. Writing is generally unclear and unorganized. Errors in spelling and grammar detract from readability and comprehension. Sources are missing or improperly cited.
15 pts
Total Points: 150
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