Motivation and Cognitive Factors

  Question A Alfred Hitchcock reputedly said, “When an actor comes to me and wants to discuss his character, I say, “It’s in the script.” If he says, “But what’s my motivation,” I say, “Your salary.” Discuss motivation based on extrinsic rewards in comparison to that motivated by intrinsic rewards. Are different types of motivations … Read more

Evidence Base 3

   Master’s-level nurses need to be able to think critically about the evidence, outcomes data, and other relevant information they encounter throughout their daily practice. Often the evidence or information that a nurse encounters, researches, or studies is not presented in the exact context of that nurse’s practice. A key skill of the master’s-level nurse … Read more

Memories and Creativity (DISCUSSION)

  Question A As individuals attempt to recall memories from the past, they filter those memories through their present lives. Does this process then taint their memories? Remember to explain and cite educational sources to support the ideas within the post. Question B What is creativity? How would you define creativity in your everyday life? … Read more

Changing Behaviors

Think of a behavior you engage in you would like to change. Describe the behavior then explain how you would use positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement and punishment to reshape that behavior. For the last part, describe how operant conditioning differs from classical conditioning. 

Attachment

   Describe the mother-child attachment before and after birth Identify the characteristics of fathers who have securely attached infants ·  Explain how parents can promote secure attachments in their young children ·  Explain how these early attachments can have a lasting emotional and behavioral impact.

Piaget and Vygotsky

  Question A What is the role of culture in cognitive development? Compare and contrast how Piaget and Vygotsky address the role of culture. Remember to explain and cite educational sources to support your perspective. Question B Must development precede learning as Piaget believed? Must learning precede development as Vygotsky believed? That is to say, … Read more

sentinel

Visit City Hall in Sentinel City®. Observe the services and populations that may be involved with the city because of a civic disturbance. 2. Review assigned readings. 3. Describe the members and roles of the emergency response team and organizations (public and private) that could be activated in Sentinel City®. 4. Present an analysis of … Read more

FINAL

Assignment #4: Final  Target:  Identify, analyze, and evaluate quantitative and qualitative healthcare data and information for effective decision making in various healthcare settings  Explain data to a health care audience in a clear, concise and persuasive manner, consistent with best practices in the field of health care management to inform or advocate change. Assess the … Read more