NUR332 - TASK 3 WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT for S2 2023.

NUR332 - TASK 3 WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT for S2 2023.

DESCRIPTION

(For this Task 3, the word 'Indigenous Australians', refers to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples of Australia)

NUR332 Task 3 Written Assignment Due - WEEK 12 via CANVAS on Wednesday, Midday (1200hrs) 18/10/2023.

The aim of Task 3 is for you to learn about and make thelinksbetween how our shared history and past Australian government policies - relating to Indigenous Australians, has generated the current politically engineered Indigenous Australian health crises. You will demonstrate your understanding and knowledge as well as application of Cultural Safety principles to decision making for healthcare.

CRITERIA GUIDELINES TO WRITE YOUR WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT

Steps 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 -to complete your Written Assignment

Undeniably Australian Government policy from the past has directly impacted upon the health status of Indigenous Australians today - The focus of this assessment will be on: - 'Australian Indigenous Men and Women.

"Discuss how the 'Policy of Assimilation 1961', (Copy located under Module 3 Learning Materials) has impacted on the overall health status ofAustralian Indigenous Men and Womentoday".

STEP 1- It is important for health professionals to gain knowledge of the pre-invasion health status of the Australian Indigenous population to understand the impact caused by Australia's governmental policies. You should start your written assignment by identifying the pre-invasion health status of'Australian Indigenous Peoples'(100 words).

STEP 2- Provide background text outlining the current health status ofAustralian Indigenous Peoplesand how this contrasts with their representation of health. Note Indigenous Australian people have their own interpretation of health which contrasts greatly to the western medical model(100 words).

STEP 3- Critically analyse and explain the intent of theAssimilation Policy of 1961(use examples from the Assimilation Policy 1961 and from your Course Readings). Provide examples of how Assimilation practices have impacted on the health status of Australian Indigenous Peoples today(100 words).

STEP 4- Identify and critically discuss the links between the intent of the Assimilation Policy of 1961 and the present health status of the Australian IndigenousMen and Womentoday specifically related to the following topics:

(For the following900 words students needs to pay attention to Racism as being a determinant of health for Indigenous Australians in past and now present times).

Australian Indigenous Men in SportRacismimpacting on theirmental healthandIdentity(300 words).

Australian Indigenous Pregnant WomenRacismimpacting on thephysical healthofthemand theirunborn baby(300 words).

Australian Indigenous Men and WomenRacismimpacting on theirhealthandwellbeingwhile engaging with health professionals during theCOVID 19 pandemic response (300 words).

Trauma from Assimilation Policies has had a multigenerational effect on Australian Indigenous Peoples. If you work in Australia as a Registered Nurse/or Midwife - you will provide care for members of this cultural demographic. This means under the codes of Cultural Safety (2018),youmust take responsibility for improving the cultural safety of health services and systems for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and colleagues.You arerequired to provide care that is holistic, free of bias and racism, and to recognise the importance of family, community, partnership, and collaboration in the healthcare decision-making of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. You must understand thatClosing the Gap is high on the Australian Government agenda.

STEP 5- (Reflection) With this knowledge how can'you'as a health professional such as a Registered Nurse or a Registered Midwife ensure that'you'work with'Australian Indigenous Peoples'in a culturally safe way to support the progress of Closing the Gap targets(800 words).

Your response should include reference to howyouwill apply the 5 principles of Cultural Safety (originating from Mori Scholar: I. Ramsdens 2002 work on Cultural Safety) inyourfuture practice. Students can also use personal and professional experiences and reflections. Finally, as racism is a determinant of health, and against the codes of conduct, explain howyouwill report racist behaviour in the workplace and advocate for your Indigenous Australian clients and colleagues (Please note Ahpra's position on racism).

This section (Step 5 - 800 words) must be written in1stperson- not the entire written assignment. You will not receive marks for this section if written in 3rdperson. Your written reflection needs to be evidenced based and referenced.

REFERENCING:

Please use referencing style from the USC APA 7 Referencing Guide.

Intext referencing is included in the total word count.

References older than 10 years are acceptable (Due to the historical content of this assessment Task).

Approximately 12 - 24 references are recommended.

The The Policy of Assimilation 1961 must be referenced.

BASIC GUIDELINES FOR YOUR WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT

Please use double spaced text and font size 12 of your computer setting.

You may use headings (not numbers) as a 'meaningful signpost' to the reader.

There are word counts provided for each section - this does not mean 300 words or 800 words equals one large paragraph.

Word Count - Minimum 1800 words - Maximum 2200 words.

Please use reputable references and for your Task 3. You are permitted to reference all course reading and materials (including video resources) used on the NUR332 CANVAS.

Please Note

Double check all work documents before you submit your Task 3 via the NUR332 CANVAS.

Task 3 - Written Assignments sent to the Course Co-ordinators personal email will not be marked.

Please contact IT student support services if you are unable to submit your written assignment via CANVAS.

Late penalties will apply to late Task 3 submissions.

Feedback

Your marked NUR332 Task 3 - Written Assignment will be released back to you on the NUR332 CANVAS at Midday (1200hrs) on Wednesday 8th of November 2023. Any concerns that you have need to be outlined clearly in an email and sent to the Course Co-ordinator.