Abstract This paper examines how the authors of the article "A Guide to the Assessment of Child and Family" assert that a thorough assessment of both the family and the child is necessary to form an effective base upon which to rest their future therapy. This paper summarizes the article and examines the use of this perspective in everyday child and youth care work.
Abstract This paper discusses a patient, referred to as AG, a 91 year old Caucasian female who was admitted to the nursing in 2009 by her family because of her having Alzheimer's disease. The paper then gives a detailed assessment of her physical and mental condition. The paper goes into great length to describe the patient's background and personal information. The paper lastly discusses the patient's medications and a nursing diagnosis. This paper includes a detailed chart of the patient's medication schedule, which include nursing indications, the effects, and side effects of the drug.
Table of Contents:
Assessment Assessment/Review of Systems
Functional Assessment Medications
Nursing Diagnosis
Medication Chart
References
From the Paper "Although the patient has been diagnosed with Alzheimer 's disease and mild memory impairment, she was very cooperative, informative and most of her information matched her patient chart. She appears well-adjusted and enjoys visits from her daughters. She reported that she had no chronic or serious illnesses and never mentioned her medical diagnoses. The patient reported she has no history of hospitalizations except when she had trouble previously with her legs. According to the patient, "they fixed that" and she "gets around better now." There was nothing in the chart alluding to this hospitalization. The patient has no knowledge of having childhood diseases. She also reported that she has had no surgeries."
Abstract This paper is an assessment of the Behavioral Healthcare of the Carolinas/ North Carolina Mentor Healthcare Network (BHC/NC Mentor), which is a division of National Mentor Healthcare Network. The author describes the organization and its leadership, the tools it uses to measure performance, and its modus operandi in detail, pointing out its strengths and weaknesses. The author also explains the process by which a new client receives help and the work done by the staff in the community, as well as the training methods used to keep staff up-to-date on the latest practices. The paper concludes that BHC/NC Mentor is a leader in the behavioral health care field by promoting a holistic approach to its consumers.
Outline:
Mission and Structure
Measurements of Outcomes
The Mission Purpose
Services and Strengths
How the Process of Community Support Services Works
Facing Barriers
BHC/NC Mentor, the Community and Strengths
Challenges to BHC/NC Mentor
Theory Y and BHC/NC Mentor
Conclusion
From the Paper "BHC/NC Mentor refers to people that are using its services as consumers. It focuses on improved conditions through community supports and the ability to function appropriately in natural settings. This agency also believes that individuals and families should be directed to various resources consistent with each individual need, regardless of their condition. It is important to empower the individual in the helping relationship since they are the experts in knowing their needs and strengths."
Abstract Part I of this paper deals with the three most common kinds of child abuse ? physical, sexual and emotional. It discusses clinical issues, behavioral issues, symptoms, signs and tests for these specific kinds of child abuse. Part II of the paper deals with several disorders in children that are not easy to detect and cure, specifically Autism, Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder and Down Syndrome. The paper covers diagnosis, treatment and cure (if applicable).
From the Paper "The problem in identifying and dealing with emotional abuse is that at lower levels of intensity, the occurrence of abuse is debatable. For instance mild levels of belittling could be seen as "kidding". Another example could be that of criticizing and insulting. Depending on the issue that leads to such abuse, the grown up could actually be convinced that they are doing this to the child for "his own good". These mild forms of abusive behavior could actually be seen as "nurturing"."
A critical analysis of "Computerized Patient Model and Simulated Clinical Experiences: Evaluation with Baccalaureate Nursing Students," written by C.E. Feingold, M. Calaluce and M.A. Kallen.
Abstract This paper reviews the article "Computerized Patient Model and Simulated Clinical Experiences: Evaluation with Baccalaureate Nursing Students," written by C.E. Feingold, M. Calaluce and M.A. Kallen. The paper begins by discussing the purpose for the research and then reviews the research design and literature. It concludes with a look at the recommendations by the authors and a discussion of the implications of the study.
Table of Contents:
Problem and Purpose
Literature Review
Study Framework
Research Questions/Hypothesis
Study Variables
Study Design
Population, Sample and Setting
Method of Measurement
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Interpretation of Findings
Conclusions
Recommendations
Implications for Practice
Qualification of the Researchers
Significance of Study
From the Paper "As mentioned above, the significance of this study is in the fact that simulated clinical situations with the use of technology, while still being improved, is progressing towards a more realistic experience in the setting of timely faculty guidance and a safe environment within which to acquire fundamental clinical skills. It is also significant in that it provides insight into the disparity between faculty, student and student subset perspectives regarding the value of these simulations, aspects which need to be explored further in future research."
Tags:clinical, nursing, research, design, practice
Abstract The paper discusses the different assessment approaches and compares summative assessment, which relates the answer to "How did I do?", with formative assessment, which provides the answer to the more relevant question, "How am I doing?" The paper notes that the role of self-assessment and self-reflection affects student achievement to the extent that they learn from their mistakes, as they also become more responsible in monitoring themselves. The paper further notes that one of the reasons that formative assessment currently merits demand evolves from the data which provides the answer to the latter question. The paper discusses these two approaches and constantly emphasizes and discusses how they are best applied and utilized.
Outline:
To What Extent...
Allocating Students Choices
The Feedback Process
Significance of Self-Assessment and Self-Reflection
From the Paper " Specific, clear and measurable Teacher feedback to the student affects learning to the extent it enhances learning, as " feedback is part of assisting student learning". Students invest effort in a task when they believe they can reach a goal. When a learning exercise is perceived as a competition, students know there will be losers as well as winners. Students who have a track record or repeatedly losing and/or perceive they are losers sometimes lose the will to try. As the challenge/opportunity in teaching is to motivate each student, though some will achieve less than others, the type of feedback teachers give proves vital".
Tags:assessment, teaching, learning, solitary, system, international, research, literature
Abstract The paper discusses the environmental impact assessment and how it is more complex than other types of impact assessments. The paper notes that the ecological impact assessment is a form of risk assessment to indicate what the risks of an action may be. The paper considers this in terms of various examples as well as what will be required for an EIA for a massive project in Hong Kong in the near future.
From the Paper "Assessment is required for all major construction projects and for other mass alterations to the natural or urban landscape and there are different types of EIA that can be made according to the needs of the project, the requirements of the law and other parameters of change. Some types of impact assessment are more difficult to attain than others and the Ecological Impact Assessment is the most difficult, more than other types, with more uncertainties to be included and a broader potential for change to be considered. The ecological impact assessment is a form of risk assessment to indicate what the risks of an action may be. This will be considered in terms of various examples as well as what will be required for an EIA for a massive project in Hong Kong in the near future."
Abstract This paper presents a critical analysis of the customer satisfaction measurement and assessment process at Airtech Limited. The three major goals of the analysis are as follows: assess the quality of the survey questions; assess customer satisfaction in relation to relevant theory; suggestions to improve customer satisfaction.
Abstract In this article, the writer notes that times have changed with regards to education. The writer points out that now, teachers are being held accountable for their work. Yet, the writer notes that with this accountability comes the need for effective student assessment. Further, the writer discusses that just as the priorities of the demands on teachers have changed from keeping classrooms clean and warm, to ensuring that each and every child comes through the educational system with an actual education, these assessment tools have also changed.
From the Paper "The field of teaching has changed significantly over the course of just the last two generations. In 1923, a standard elementary teacher's contract included items such as remaining unmarried, not associating with men, being at home between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m., and not leaving town without permission. These were in addition to not smoking, drinking, or even riding in a carriage or automobile with any man except her father or brother."
Abstract The use of portfolios during the assessment process can be of benefit to both student and teacher alike. Portfolios can be used to centralize student work products, allowing the teacher to better evaluate the student's progress over the semester, the year, or even over the student's educational career. In addition, because each student portfolio contains similar work, it is relatively easy to assess if individual students, or if the entire class, achieve certain benchmarks during the portfolio period. This paper examines the process of organizing student portfolios and setting goals and benchmarks for these portfolios. The paper also discusses the assessment process using student portfolios.
Abstract The paper offers a briefing of a gangland style murder case. The paper then presents the case assessment guidebook for the case as it is assembled and analyzed by the case investigator. The paper discusses the activity flow chart, the assessment, the association analysis, the briefing and the arrest. The paper concludes that the work of the criminal investigator is essential to detectives who are busy investigating the case.
Outline:
Introduction
Activity Flow Chart
Assessment Association Analysis
Briefing
The Arrest
Conclusion
From the Paper "This is the official casebook of Department of Justice (DOJ) Case No. DOJ104523. The briefing of the case is as follows here. On July 20, 2008, a man, Mark J., and his wife, Marcella J., became the victims of a gangland style murder. The J.'s family pet, a male brindle boxer weighing 75 pounds, was shot. Apparently the animal went into a defensive mode when the assailants broke into the home and began their assault on the couple. The dog had a lot of blood on his head, and there was an actively flowing wound in his side. The crime scene was established by police officers after being called to the scene by neighbors who reported gunshots at the site. Police detectives were called to the scene where they preformed an investigation of the crime scene, supervised forensic evidence collection, and the coroner's removal of the bodies."
Abstract This paper critically analyzes psychometric testing and other assessment techniques used in the selection process. The author discusses whether assessment techniques add value to organizations by focusing on using selection techniques that are related to job description. The applicability of the selection techniques to the South African context is also mentioned.
From the Paper "Selection is "the process of choosing from a group of applicants the individual best suited for a particular position" (Carrell, Elbert, Hatfield, Grobler, Marx & van der Schyf, 1996, p.174). This process involves making a judgment about the fit between the person and the job, which is difficult because there are many subjective factors involved (Carrell et al., 1996). The selection process "hinges on which applicants have the necessary ability and the greatest motivation to be successful employees" (Carrell et al., 1996, p.178). Most importantly a selection technique must have validity and reliability. Furthermore, all applicants are to be treated equally and in conjunction with the Labor Legislation. Selection techniques include: (1) psychometric testing, of which there are various tests to use, and (2) assessment techniques, which measure behavior and potential performance, using specifically developed simulations, based on a job analysis (Spangenberg, 1991)."
Abstract The paper provides a discussion of conflict assessment as an invaluable tool for resolving clashes between consultants and clients. A case study in the Harvard Business Review is examined, with commentary provided by leading experts. These expert opinions are assessed and deemed overly pessimistic.
From the Paper "Idalene F Kesner and Sally Fowler paint with vivid strokes the portrait of an apparently intractable conflict between the newly merged Kellogg-Champion and their hired consultants the Statler Group ..."
Abstract This paper describes a project for an Advanced Practice Nurse to carry out: a community assessment at a senior citizen's day care center. The paper describes how the nurse would make a diagnosis and a plan of action to rectify the problems found. The paper also explains the process of community assessment, its needs, the nursing diagnosis, the plan of action, and the follow-up.
From the Paper "The population chosen is elderly citizens attending a day care center. Assessing this community according to the twelve domains of Purcell's Model of Trans-cultural Health Care ...."
Abstract This paper discusses the concept of assessment centers and analyzes why some organizations opt to use them as part of the company's human resources management practices. The paper explains how some companies run a series of extended selection procedures (i.e. assessment centers) each lasting one or two days or sometimes longer, typically after the first round of interviews and before the final selection. The paper further explains that they are commonly held either on the employers' premises or in a hotel and are considered by many organizations to be the fairest and most accurate method of selecting staff.
From the Paper "Understanding the behavioural characteristics of a potential employee will help management plan and reorganize resources in an effort to align human capital with corporate strategy. The potential of every organization is dependent in large part on the productivity, morale, and job satisfaction of its employees. The most important resource in a company, aside from capital and technology, is its employees. Corporate recruitment, selection, and assessment programs are crucial to building a well-prepared and trained team. Assessment programs help companies to build and maintain a flexible and stable work force that supports organizational goals and objectives."
