Assessment 1 Essay (Due 01/09/23)- 2000words
Assessment 1 Essay (Due 01/09/23)- 2000words
In this essay, you are required to select and examine the experiences of one vulnerable population (e.g., Culturally and Linguistically Diverse individuals, Adolescents and Young Adults, remote and rural communities, older adults) facing cancer. Utilising relevant literature, discuss the unique challenges and experiences of this population in relation to cancer. Analyse why the group is considered vulnerable and critically evaluate the evidence that supports this classification.
Furthermore, critically discuss the major aspects that nurses should be aware of when caring for these patients within this vulnerable population.Explore the implications of these aspects on the delivery of cancer care for the chosen population.Additionally, discuss any recommended changes to treatment or care protocols in your workplace based on the literature and the specific needs of this population.
This assessment should be submitted in a modified essay format. This means students are required to include an introduction, body and conclusion in their work. Headings are acceptable but dot points, lists, pictures and tables are not.
Marking Criteria
Appropriate introduction of population chosen with an evidence-based discussion as to why this population is considered vulnerable in relation to cancer: Appropriate population identified. Identifies why the group is considered vulnerable in relation to cancer and critically analyses the evidence to support this to an outstanding level- 30marks
Critical discussion of the major aspects that nurses should be aware of when caring for these patients and evidence-based discussion of the implications of these on the delivery of cancer care: Discusses the major aspects that nurses should be aware of to an exception level- 30marks
Recommended changes to care or treatment protocols are discussed or recommendations for no changes are supported with current literature: The literature is synthesised into the discussion in formulating a new argument. The discussion constructs and builds a new idea, concept or point of view pertaining to the delivery of cancer care to this group of patients based on the veracity of the information- 30marks
Writing and referencing: Exceptional level of scholarship. No typos or grammatical errors. Synthesises & communicates ideas into a sophisticated argument. APA7 adhered to- 10marks
Assessment 2: Critical Analysis (Due 29/09/23)- 2000words
Critically discuss the significant unmet needs experienced by cancer patients throughout their journey and critically evaluate the role ofspecialist cancer nurses in addressing these needs, considering the specific domains of unmet needs such as physical, psychological, social, and informational.Analyse the challenges faced by the patient in each domain and explore evidence-based interventions, strategies,innovative approaches or initiatives which can beemployed by specialist cancer nurses to mitigate these unmet needs andimprove the quality of care provided to cancer patients.
Marking Criteria
None provided in the module as of yet
Assessment 3: Narrated PowerPoint Presentation (Due 01/11/23)- 10slides
Develop a narrated PowerPoint presentation which could be used as a teaching tool in your workplace, to educate your colleagues about the population you have identified in Assessment 1.
In the presentation it is expected that you will outline the major considerations that nurses should be aware of when providing care to this population and suggested interventions.
The narrated PowerPoint should comprise a maximum of 10 slides, including a title slide and a reference slide, that is between 5- and 10-minutes duration.
The tool to record your voice over can be found in PowerPoint itself.
Ensure that you only include key points on the slide. Do not read off the slide, but elaborate on your points in each slide.
Include a brief introduction and conclusion.
Use visual aids (pictures/graphs/diagrams etc) to enhance your presentation.
Choose colours carefully
Slides must be referenced.
Marking Criteria
Presentation Layout- 20marks
Content- 40marks
Evidence of wide reading- 20marks
Presents key messages- 10marks
Teaching tools- 10marks
