Nursing Assignment Week 5

Week 5 Disease Analysis Paper

or this assignment, you will select a disease of your choice and conduct a detailed analysis of that disease, exploring it from a balanced traditional and alternative health perspective. Begin by searching the Center for Disease Control (CDC) website Diseases and Conditions IndexLinks to an external site. to choose a disease or condition of interest to you. Next, review the website for Healthy People 2020Links to an external site. for information related to the disease or the disease category (e.g., mental health for ADHD). In your paper, discuss the following:

· Prominent aspects of this disease

· Current data and statistics related to the disease

· Health disparities related to the disease

· Prevention strategies including complementary and alternative health therapies

· Contemporary research and clinical studies related to the disease

· An analysis of the pathophysiologic effects of stress related to the disease

· Evidence-based stress management interventions that might help with prevention or cure

The paper should be between 3–4 pages.

Incorporate at least three scholarly sources within the paper. Sources should be no more than three years old. Use proper APA format to cite and reference sources. Review the rubric for further information on how your assignment will be graded.

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Rubric

NURS_561_DE – Paper/Essay Rubric

NURS_561_DE – Paper/Essay Rubric

Criteria

Ratings

Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent

40 to >31.6 pts

Meets Expectations

The writer clearly and effectively responds to the assignment.

31.6 to >23.6 pts

Approaches Expectations

The response to the assignment is generally adequate but may not be thorough.

23.6 to >0 pts

Not Meeting Expectations

The writer does not respond to the assignment.

40 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeFocus and Detail

30 to >23.7 pts

Meets Expectations

There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main ideas are clear and are well supported by detailed and accurate information.

23.7 to >17.7 pts

Approaches Expectations

There is one clear, well-focused topic. Main ideas are clear but are not well supported by detailed information.

17.7 to >0 pts

Not Meeting Expectations

The topic and main ideas are not clear.

30 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization

20 to >15.8 pts

Meets Expectations

The introduction is inviting, states the main topic, and provides an overview of the paper. Information is relevant and presented in a logical order. The conclusion is strong.

15.8 to >11.8 pts

Approaches Expectations

The introduction states the main topic and provides an overview of the paper. A conclusion is included.

11.8 to >0 pts

Not Meeting Expectations

There is no clear introduction, structure, or conclusion.

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics and APA

10 to >7.9 pts

Meets Expectations

The assignment consistently follows current APA format and is free from errors in formatting, citation, and references. No grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. All sources are cited and referenced correctly.

7.9 to >5.9 pts

Approaches Expectations

The assignment consistently follows current APA format with only isolated and inconsistent mistakes and/or has a few grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Most sources are cited and referenced correctly.

5.9 to >0 pts

Not Meeting Expectations

The assignment does not follow current APA format and/or has many grammatical, spelling, or punctuation errors. Many sources are cited and referenced incorrectly, or citations and references are missing.

10 pts

Total Points: 100