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NU500-7I, 2241A18DiscussionsUnit 1: Discussion – Introduction to Nursing Theory and Certification
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Unit 1: Discussion – Introduction to Nursing
Theory and Certification
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Discussion: Introduction to Nursing Theory
and Certification
Unit 1
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Unit 1: Introduction to Nursing Theory and Certification (1 of 4)
Unit 1: Required Resources (2 of 4)
Unit 1: Discussion – Introductions (3 of 4)
Current Discussion: Unit 1: Discussion – Introduction to Nursing Theory and Certification
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Instructions
It is anticipated that the initial discussion post should be in the range of 250-300 words.
Response posts to peers have no minimum word requirement but must demonstrate topic
knowledge and scholarly engagement with peers. Substantive content is imperative for all posts.
All discussion prompt elements for the topic must be addressed. Please proofread your response
carefully for grammar and spelling. Do not upload any attachments unless specified in the
instructions. All posts should be supported by a minimum of one scholarly resource, ideally
within the last 5 years. Journals and websites must be cited appropriately. Citations and
references must adhere to APA format.
Classroom Participation
Students are expected to address the initial discussion question by Wednesday of each week.
Participation in the discussion forum requires a minimum of three (3) substantive postings (this
includes your initial post and posting to two peers) on three (3) different days. Substantive means
that you add something new to the discussion supported with citation(s) and reference(s), you are
not just agreeing. This is also a time to ask questions or offer information surrounding the topic
addressed by your peers. Personal experience is appropriate for a substantive discussion,
however should be correlated to the literature.
All discussion boards will be evaluated utilizing rubric criterion inclusive of content, analysis,
collaboration, writing and APA. If you fail to post an initial discussion or initial discussion is
late, you will not receive points for content and analysis, you may however post to your peers for
partial credit following the guidelines above.
Initial Response
Instructions:
Please complete the following steps for your initial discussion post:
First, watch the NU 500 Certification Success Presentation:
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Visit the websites of the organizations that offer certification exams for your specialty MSN
track- NE, NLA, FNP, or PMHNP by clicking on the links below. (BSN students, choose
one specialty track of interest- FNP, NE or NLA, or PMHNP).
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FNP: AANPLinks to an external site. and ANCCLinks to an external site. (FNP)
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Nurse Educator: NLNLinks to an external site. (CNE) and ANCCLinks to an external
site. (Nursing Professional Development)
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Nurse Leader: AONLLinks to an external site. (Formerly AONE) and ANCCLinks to an
external site. (NLA)
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PMHNP: ANCCLinks to an external site.
or
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AGPCNP: ANCC Certification: General Testing and Renewal HandbookLinks to an
external site. [Online PDF] and American Academy of Nurse Practitioners – Certification
Board Program DescriptionLinks to an external site. (AANP)
or
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AGACNP: ANCC Certification: General Testing and Renewal HandbookLinks to an
external site. [Online PDF] and American Association of Critical-Care Nurses – Certification
Board Program DescriptionLinks to an external site. (ANCC)
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Compare and summarize the requirements that are needed to be eligible for the exam(s) in
your chosen specialty track.
Describe the value of certification in your chosen specialty track.
How can certification enhance your career goals for professional advancement in nursing?
How can application of nursing theory benefit you personally and empower/advance the
nursing profession as a whole?
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Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and
analysis, and include peer-reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format
and use level headers for each discussion prompt.
Your initial response is due by Wednesday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Peer Response
Instructions:
Please respond to at least 2 of your peer’s posts.
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Compare your peers’ responses about the value of certification to yours; how are they
different, how are they the same?
Respond to their ideas on certification to expand the conversation and/or give additional
perspective.
Ask for clarification if needed.
Present new references that support your opinions.
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
All peer responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 1 hour
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