Holistic Nursing Assessment Objectives: Explain the concept and importance of holistic nursing assessment. Identify the components of a holistic nursi
Holistic Nursing Assessment
Objectives:
- Explain the concept and importance of holistic nursing assessment.
- Identify the components of a holistic nursing assessment.
- Apply skills in conducting a holistic nursing assessment.
Part 1: See calendar for due date.
Instructions:
Complete the following tasks. The first part of this assignment will prepare you for part two where you will conduct a holistic assessment.
A. Reading Assignment: Read the following article (you will need to log into the MSU library to gain access):
a. Indridadottir, O., & Nisco-Madden, J. (2024). Holistic Physical Assessment: A New Framework for Nursing Practice Honoring the Whole Person. Journal of Holistic Nursing, 8980101241261261–8980101241261261. https://doi.org/10.1177/08980101241261261
B. Reflective Writing:
Write a reflective essay (500-700 words/2 to 3 pages in APA format not including title page and references) addressing the following points:
- Define holistic nursing assessment in your own words.
- Discuss the significance of incorporating a holistic approach in nursing practice.
- Reflect on a personal or clinical experience where a holistic assessment could have improved patient outcomes. If you do not have clinical experience, imagine a scenario where holistic assessment is crucial.
- Identify any challenges you anticipate in applying holistic assessments in your practice and suggest possible solutions.
Grading Rubric (total points possible: 30):
Understanding of Holistic |
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Criteria |
Excellent |
Satisfactory |
Needs |
Comprehension of Holistic Nursing Assessment |
Demonstrates a thorough and nuanced understanding of |
Shows a basic or superficial understanding of holistic nursing |
Lacks understanding of holistic nursing assessment |
Depth of Reflection and |
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Criteria |
Excellent |
Satisfactory |
Needs |
Reflective Essay |
Provides deep, thoughtful reflection with personal |
Provides basic reflection with some personal insights; |
Provides minimal or no reflection; lacks connection to |
Clarity, Coherence, and |
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Criteria |
Excellent |
Satisfactory |
Needs |
Writing Quality APA Formatting |
Writing is clear, coherent, and well-organized; no grammatical Consistently uses APA formatting accurately throughout the |
Writing is somewhat clear but lacks organization; several Uses APA formatting but with several errors. |
Writing is unclear and disorganized; numerous grammatical Fails to use APA formatting or has numerous errors. |