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Fundamentals of Nursing

Competency-Based Assessments

Fundamentals of NursingCompetency-Based Assessments

Competency-Based Assessments

1 .
Jeff is a 57-year-old school principal. He is visiting his primary care provider’s office for a wellness exam. He reports that he is feeling well overall. He is satisfied with his life, and he shows no clinical signs of depression. He has friends who like to ice-fish together, and he spends a lot of time volunteering with his church. Jeff is exhibiting successful progression through which of Erickson’s social tasks?
2 .
Reflect on how Vaillant and Erickson’s theories intersect. Draw or re-create a diagram showing how Vaillant added to Erickson’s theory. Which addition applies to young and middle-aged adults?
3 .
Research the rise in opioid use in the United States over the past ten years. Create an infographic displaying the trends in opioid use disorder, specifically the rise in misuse of synthetic opioids in the last ten years. Demonstrate the factors that are contributing to this rise. Show how this relates to the relative stability of other opioid use during the same period.
4 .
Cara is discussing nutrition with Mr. Callaway. His recent lipid panel showed elevated total cholesterol and triglycerides. Cara is explaining how limiting saturated fats and highly refined sugars can reduce these risks and his risk for heart disease. Mr. Callaway asks what his sweet tooth has to do with his cholesterol. How should Cara respond?
5 .
Using the internet, explore various fad diets and compare these to the Mediterranean diet. What are the main differences, and how do these affect health positively or negatively?
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