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Choose one primary research (1) article used in the literature review—less than five years or if you prefer in the EBP project. It is preferable to use a randomized controlled trial or the highest level of evidence. Attach a copy of the article.
Write a 1-2 page critique on the article (excluding cover and reference page).
Format references and citations using 7th ed. APA guidelines.
Read the Johns Hopkins nursing evidence-based practice: model and guidelines and use Appendix E critically appraise from the article.
Begin your critique by identifying the:
article’s title
author(s)
date of publication
name of the journal or other publication in which it appeared
and when was the article published
In your introduction, you should briefly describe the purpose and nature of the study and, if applicable, its theoretical framework. If the paper was not published in a peer-reviewed journal, consider the credibility of the publication in which it appeared.
If you are reviewing a research study, organize the body of your critique according to the paper’s structure.
Did the researcher identify the gaps in the knowledge?
Did the researcher identify the purpose of the study?
Write a brief description and analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the research design and methodology. For example:
How does the method reflect other studies of the same topic? (sample, data collection, setting).
What makes this method feasible? (quantitative, qualitative, mixed methods).
How realistic is it? How does the method address questions of validity? (independent, dependent variables).
How does the researcher overcome the limitations of the method?
Are there large limitations or minor ones?
How will these limitations affect your ability to use this data to answer your research question?
Describe the results by answering:
How were the results interpreted?
How were they related to the original problem (author’s view of evidence rather than objective findings)?
Look at DISCUSSION are the author(s) able to answer the question (test the hypothesis) raised?
Did the research provide new factual information, a new understanding of a phenomenon in the field, a new research technique?
How was the significance of the work described?
Did the reported observations/interpretations support or refute observations or interpretations made by other researchers?
Did the researcher report limitations.
Describe the significance of the research by answering:
Did the research make a significant contribution to human knowledge?
Did the research produce any practical applications?
What are the nursing implications of this research?
How do you evaluate the significance of the research?
Papers will be graded by rubric. Please take time to review the rubric so that you are aware of the expectations for the research critique paper.

I need a response to a peer’s discussion post
Prompt
Define complementary and alternative medicine. Choose one example of
complementary and alternative medicine. Describe the nurse
practitioner’s role in utilizing your chosen complementary and
alternative medicine. Support your answer with evidence-based research.
In your
response, it is important to be respectful, make your response
meaningful, and express yourself clearly.    It is a best practice to
not use unsupported personal opinions, generalizations or language that
might be viewed as offensive to others.  If you are trying to extend a
discussion, consider using probing questions.  If providing a
disagreement to a peer post remain respectful, considerate, and maintain
an academic tone. 
Respond to this post please
Complementary
and alternative medicine (CAM) refers to medical products and practices
used for patient care that are not part of conventional or standard
medical practice. CAM is mainly used for various purposes during patient
care such as to help them cope with the side effects of other
treatments such as in cancer where patients are likely to experience
nausea and fatigue and to ensure comfort and ease worries (Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2023). CAM is also used as part of
the intervention approaches for certain illnesses such as cancer and to
make the patient feel that they are also being responsible for their
care.
Healthcare
providers can use different types of CAM when caring for their patients
including mind-body therapies which focus on the mental aspects,
breathing, and body movements. Some of the examples of mind-body
therapies include meditation, biofeedback, yoga, and tai chi.
Biofeedback uses special tools to control body functions such as heart
rate to improve awareness while yoga focuses on balancing the mind and
body through controlled breathing and stretches (CDC, 2023). Tai chi is
another type of mind-body therapy that focuses on gentle exercise using
slow sets of movements while imagery uses positive images of the mind
such as imagining scenes and pictures. Biological-based practices are
also considered CAM and include using vitamins, dietary supplements such
as herbs, and botanicals such as cannabis.
Manipulative
and body-based practices such as massage therapy which involves
kneading soft tissues of the body and chiropractic therapy which
involves manipulating the spine and joints are also considered CAM. They
can be used along with other types of CAM such as energy healing such
as reiki and therapeutic touch, and whole medical systems such as
ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese medicine such as acupuncture
(CDC, 2023). Ayurvedic medicine involves cleansing the body and
restoring balance to the mind and spirit using various strategies such
as diet, meditation, physical therapy, and herbal medicines.
Acupuncture
The
chosen example of CAM is acupuncture which is an ancient practice
involving the strategic insertion of fine, sterile needles into specific
points on the body. The belief behind acupuncture is that it can help
balance the flow of vital energy, “qi,” throughout the body to promote
overall well-being (Song et al., 2023). Stimulating specific acupuncture
points allows the body to naturally heal and function appropriately.
During an acupuncture session, practitioners carefully select and insert
needles into these points, which are believed to correspond to specific
energy pathways within the body. The needles may be manipulated
manually or stimulated with an electrical current to enhance their
therapeutic effects. In patient care, acupuncture is often used as a
complementary therapy alongside conventional medical treatments for
various physical and mental health conditions.
Nurse Practitioner’s Role
The
nurse practitioner has a crucial role in utilizing and recommending
acupuncture to improve the health outcomes of patients with diverse
health challenges. Nurse practitioners are well-equipped to assess a
patient’s overall health status, consider their medical history, and
determine if acupuncture might be an appropriate adjunctive therapy to
conventional treatments (Dalamagka, 2023). When recommending
acupuncture, nurse practitioners can educate patients about its
potential benefits to ensure they adhere to acupuncture as one of the
treatment plans. The nurse practitioner can also discuss realistic
expectations, and provide referrals to qualified and licensed
acupuncturists within their healthcare network. This collaborative
approach empowers patients to make informed decisions about
incorporating acupuncture into their treatment regimen. The nurse
practitioner can recommend acupuncture for patients with different types
of health conditions including chronic pain and in improving sleep
quality in patients with insomnia.
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023, May 16). Complementary and alternative medicine for cancer patients. https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/survivors/patients/complementary-alternative-medicine.htm
Dalamagka, M. (2023). Acupuncture and electrotherapy: An alternative and complementary treatment method. World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews. https://doi.org/10.30574/wjarr.2023.17.2.0293.
Song, Y., Fu, Y., Sun, S., Sun, J., Shen, L., & Zhang, Y. (2023). Clinical thinking of acupuncture for snoring based on “disharmony qi leads to restlessness”. Chinese Acupuncture & Moxibustion, 43 8, 951-4. https://doi.org/10.13703/j.0255-2930.20221117-0006.

Develop a strategic plan that establishes top priorities for a department or division, aligned with the organization’s strategic plan, which you appraised in Assessment 2. Include the following elements in your plan:
A balanced scorecard for the department or division. The following interactive media may help you in constructing your balanced scorecard:
A Balanced Scorecard for Change.
A minimum of four departmental strategic priorities, one from each balanced scorecard domain (financial, customer, internal processes, learning and growth).
Graphical representations showing alignments between the departmental strategic priorities and the organization’s strategic plan.
Strategic Plan Format and Length
Format your document using APA style.
Use the APA Style Paper Tutorial [DOCX] to help you in writing and formatting your strategic plan. Be sure to include:
A title page and references page.
An abstract and running head are not required.
Appropriate section headings.
Your appraisal should be 3–5 pages in length, excluding the title page and references page.
Use the following section headings to ensure thorough content coverage and flow.
Departmental Strategic Priorities.
Effects of Organizational Policies.
Add your balanced scorecard and graphical representations of priority alignments as appendices.