NURS1001 Approaches to Professional Nursing Practice Assessment

NURS1001 Approaches to Professional Nursing Practice

Assignment 1: Short answer

Team/Individual task: Individual

Word/time limit: 1000 words (+/- 10%)

Weighting: 40%

Due date: 5pm AEDT Monday 3 March 2025 (Week 5)

After you have read this information, go to the Assignment 1 Q&A (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/discussion_topics/235246) discussion board to ask any questions and see what your peers are saying about this assignment.

Assignment overview

This assignment is a mandatory submission, which means that in order to pass this subject of study, you must submit this assignment.

The aim of this assignment task is to develop a search strategy, research, locate and appraise current, relevant and academic, peer-reviewed research journal articles.

The relevance of this assignment to nursing is demonstrated by the following Registered Nurse Standards for Practice. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA) require all nurses to practice within various codes and frameworks. Standard 1 of the NMBA Registered Nurse Standards for Practice outlines the requirement for nurses to use the best available evidence for safe, quality practice (NMBA, 2016). Additionally, Principle 6 of the NMBA Code of Conduct for Nurses requires Nurses recognise the vital role of research to inform quality healthcare and policy development (NMBA, 2018, p.15).

This assignment supports Subject Learning Outcomes 2 and 3.

Use of generative artificial intelligence

In this assessment task, you will not be able to meet the learning outcomes related to a satisfactory demonstration of understanding of the learning materials by using generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Working with another person or technology in order to gain an unfair advantage in assessment or improperly obtaining answers from a third party, including generative AI, to questions in an examination or other form of assessment may lead to sanctions under the Student Misconduct Rule

(https://www.westernsydney .edu.au/currentstudents/current_students/student_misconduct_rule) (Western Sydney University, 2023). The use of generative AI tools may be detected. More information is available on the

Library web page Generative AI (https://www.westernsydney .edu.au/studysmart/home/generative_AI) (Library Study Smart, 2024).

If your studies have been adversely affected by circumstances beyond your control, you may request an extension using the following options.

Note: A request must be made within 48 hours of the assignment due date.

Assignment details

Read through the following steps and instructions to understand and meet the requirements of this assignment:

Complete each of the following sections in Parts A and B to complete this assignment.

Part A: Literature search

Step 1: Identify the keywords and key terms for the literature search. To complete this section, you must use the prescribed three keywords and an additional two(2) keywords of your choice. There is no limit to the number of keywords or terms that you may use.

You must:

- use these three keywords: older adults, falls, injury

- select an additional two keywords as a minimum to help narrow your search.

Step 2: Undertake a literature search using academic databases to locate and identify at least five peer- reviewed, academic research journal articles. You must use CINAHL Plus with Full Text as one of your databases and select another database of your own choosing.

The sources must meet the following requirements:

- recent (published within the past five years)

- from a peer-reviewed, academic journal

- must be on the topic of your keyword and/or key term search terms.

Step 3: Describe your search strategy step by step using the template provided so that the search can be replicated by another person - include the limiters. Use the Assignment 1 - Short answer template

(DOCX 31 KB) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379903?wrap=1) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379903/download?download_frd=1) to document your process.

Step 4: Construct a full reference list using correct APA 7th style referencing for a maximum of five research studies (journal articles) found in the literature search.

These module pages will help you complete this part of the assignment:

1.6 Assignment preparation: Searching the library (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/1-dot-6-assignment-preparation- searching-the-library ?wrap=1)

2.6 Assignment preparation: RefQuest and revising research terminology (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/2-dot-6-assignment-preparation- refquest-and-revising-research-terminology ?wrap=1)

3.7 Assignment preparation: Exam revision and database searching

(https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/3-dot-7-assignment-preparation-exam- revision-and-database-searching?wrap=1) .

Part B: Annotated bibliography

Prepare an annotated bibliography based on one of the five journal articles you found in your literature search and included in your reference list. Choose the journal article most relevant to you. It must include at least one of your key search terms in the title, keywords, or abstract.

You are required to produce a summarised response that includes the following:

1. Citation: Provide the full biographical citation of the article used for the

1. Main point: Provide a summary of the research

1. Support: Identify and explain the findings and conclusions of this research

1. Evaluation: Evaluate the main point or What kind of contribution does it make to knowledge and scholarship?

1. Reflection: Reflect on and explain how this article will assist nurses to ensure their practice is

Download Assignment 1 - Short answer - Annotated bibliography example (PDF 87 KB) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379900?wrap=1) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379900/download?download_frd=1) for guidance on how to structure your annotated bibliography. This exemplar has been provided to support you in completing your assignment. You are not permitted to copy or reproduce any part of this exemplar in your final submission.

Note: The marking criteria add up to a mark of 100. The assignment is weighted at 40%, therefore, your mark out of 100 will be converted to a mark out of 40% for your final grade.

These module pages will help you complete this part of the assignment:

3.3 Gibbs' reflective cycle (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/3-dot-3- gibbs-reflective-cycle?wrap=1)

(https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/3-dot-3-gibbs-reflective-cycle?wrap=1)

3.4 Activity 1: Reflective writing (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/3- dot-4-activity -1-reflective-writing?wrap=1) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/3-dot-4-activity -1-reflective-writing? wrap=1) 4.7 Assignment preparation: Referencing and annotated bibliographies (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/pages/4-dot-7-assignment-preparation- referencing-and-annotated-bibliographies?wrap=1) .

Note: There is a word limit of 1000 words; use your computer to total the number of words used in your assignment. However, do not include the reference list at the end of your assignment in the word count. In- text citations will be included in the additional 10% word count. If you exceed the word limit by more than 10%, the marker will stop marking at 1000 words plus 10%.

Assignment tip

View the marking guide under 'Assignment criteria' to see a detailed breakdown of how your work will be assessed. This is an excellent place to start your preparations for this assignment.

Refer back to the marking guide frequently to make sure you are meeting the requirements.

Supporting documents

Watch the following videos that will take you through some key information for this assignment. Note that some details in the webinars and PowerPoint slides may refer to dates and/or details that correspond with the on-campus version of this subject. Please ignore these.

You can use the bookmarks in each of the videos to navigate to specific topics covered. Video 1 and Video 2 covers important information about library searches and assignment specific information, while Video 3 discusses the importance of approaching your academic work with integrity.

Library Webinar for NURS1001 Assessment 1: Short Answer- Part A (2023)

In this webinar, a Western Sydney University librarian discusses how you can locate the SoNM databases in the library (including CINAHL Plus Full Text), and how to search these databases using keywords, Boolean operators and other limiters. This information is vital for completing Part A of this assignment. You will learn where to locate all the important referencing information within journal articles (research articles), and how to reference a journal article in APA 7 referencing style.

Download NURS1001 Library Webinar slides - Assignment 1 (PDF 2.3 MB) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379895?wrap=1) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379895/download?download_frd=1) to take notes and access the useful links included in the presentation.

PCAL Webinar Recording NURS1001 Assessment Short Answer (2023)

This PCAL webinar discusses the structure and requirements of this assignment, including possible sentence starters and examples for Part B: Annotated Bibliography.

Download the PCAL Webinar slides Assignment 1: Short Answer (PDF 1.5 MB) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379894?wrap=1) (https://canvas.westernsydneyonline.edu.au/courses/1935/files/1379894/download?download_frd=1) to take notes and access the useful links included in the presentation.

Cheating is never the right answer: Bens story (2023)

Watch this short video on the importance of maintaining your academic integrity. If you experience any issues with your assignments, remember that you can always contact your OLA for advice.

General support

Annotated bibliography (PDF 229 KB)

(https://www.westernsydney .edu.au/ data/assets/pdf_file/0017/1340450/Annotated_bibliography .pdf

(Western Sydney University Library 2017)

American Psychological Association (APA) referencing sty le guide (PDF 756 KB)

(https://library .westernsydney .edu.au/ data/assets/pdf_file/0009/1943487/cite_APA.pdf) (Western Sydney University Library, 2022).

Library Study Smart (https://www.westernsydney .edu.au/studysmart/home/self- help_resources/assignment_help) a library resource that helps you complete assignments (Western University Library, 2021).

Western Sydney University Library has further information about referencing on its Referencing and citation (https://library .westernsydney .edu.au/students/referencing-citation) page.

As youre finalising your draft, dont forget that the Alvie Assignment Feedback Tool is available 24/7 to help you refine your grammar, referencing, writing style, and more. For more details, see 0.3 Assignments and support.

Submission details overview

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Resubmissions after the due date without prior approval from your Subject Coordinator may not be marked.

Assignment support

In addition to your OLAs who provide discipline-specific content advice, consider using the Alvie Assignment Feedback Tool for a final review before you submit. Alvie is available 24/7 to help you refine your grammar, referencing, writing style and more.

Assignment criteria

You will be assessed on the following criterion:

1. Part A- Keywords, key terms and Search

1. Construct a full reference list using correct APA 7th style referencing for five (5) research studies (Journals) found in the literature search.

1. Part B -

1. Main

1. Support

1. Presentation: Uses language conventions and appropriate paragraph

1. Evaluation

1. Reflection

Select 'View rubric' for more detail about this assignment's marking criteria.

Assessment declaration and statement of authorship

By submitting my assignments below I declare that:

this is an original piece of work and no part has been completed by any other person other than signed below

I have read and understood the guidelines on Academic honesty and plagiarism (https://www.westernsydney .edu.au/learning_futures/home/teaching_support/academic_integrity) , and no part of this work has been copied or paraphrased from any other source except where this has been clearly acknowledged in the body of the assignment and included in the reference list

I have retained a copy of this assignment in the event of it becoming lost or damaged. I agree and acknowledge that:

I have read and understood the declaration and statement of authorship above

I accept that use of my Western Sydney University Online account to electronically submit this assignment constitutes my agreement to the Western Sydney University Online Assessment Declaration.

If I do not agree to the Western Sydney University Online Assessment Declaration in this context, the outcome of my assignment may not be valid for assessment purposes and may not be included in my aggregate score for this subject.

I am aware that it is not acceptable to resubmit the same piece of work (in part or as whole) for multiple assignments without permission from the Subject Coordinator

I have read and understood the Western Sydney University Student Honour Code.

Prior to submitting your assignment please refer to the Academic integrity checklist (PDF 43 KB) (https://www.westernsydney .edu.au/ data/assets/pdf_file/0009/1179045/Academic_integrity_checklist.pdf) to ensure the integrity of your submission.

Further information relating to the penalties for plagiarism, which range from a formal caution to expulsion from the University, is contained in the Western Sydney University Online Academic honesty and plagiarism (https://www.westernsydney .edu.au/learning_futures/home/teaching_support/academic_integrity) page.