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Foundational Theorists 1. Florence Nightingale – Environmental Theory Case Example: A nurse improves recovery rates in a rural clinic by ensuring proper ventilation, clean water, and sanitation. Modern Application: Infection control protocols in hospitals, especially during COVID‑19, reflect Nightingale’s emphasis on environment. 2. Hildegard Peplau – Interpersonal Relations Theory Case Example: A psychiatric nurse builds…
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1. Introduction Nursing theories provide structured frameworks for guiding practice, education, and research. They define nursing’s role, patient care approaches, and the relationship between health, environment, and nursing actions. Theories range from grand theories (broad, abstract) to middle-range theories (specific, testable) and practice theories (narrow, situation-specific). Understanding multiple theories allows nurses to adapt care to…
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1. Introduction Nursing is both a science and an art. Nursing theorists developed frameworks to guide practice, education, and research. Theories provide conceptual models that explain nursing roles, patient care, and the relationship between environment, health, and nursing actions. Understanding nursing theorists is essential for professional growth, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered care. 2. Importance of…
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1. Introduction The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) introduced the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts (effective January 1, 2022). It replaced the 2014 Professional and Ethical Compliance Code. Applies to Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs), and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) under supervision. Purpose: To ensure ethical, professional, and culturally…
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1. Introduction The Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) published the Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts (effective January 1, 2022), replacing the 2014 Professional and Ethical Compliance Code. The Code applies to all Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analysts (BCaBAs), and Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs) under supervision. Purpose: To ensure ethical, professional,…
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1. Introduction to Ethics Codes Definition: Ethics codes are formalized sets of principles and standards designed to guide professional conduct, decision-making, and accountability. Purpose: Promote integrity and trust. Protect stakeholders (clients, employees, society). Provide a framework for resolving ethical dilemmas. Examples: Codes of ethics exist in law, medicine, accounting, psychology, education, and corporate governance. 2.…
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Source: Fong, E. H., Ficklin, S., & Lee, H. Y. (2017). Behavior Analysis: Research and Practice, 17(2), 103–113. 1. Introduction Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has grown globally, extending beyond its origins in the U.S. Practitioners increasingly work with diverse populations across cultures, languages, and socioeconomic contexts. The article emphasizes the need for cultural competence in…
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After reading the required materials on social media found on the Background page for this module and your own library research, prepare a 4- to 5-page paper addressing the following: Discuss the influence social media has (or could have) on HRM success. What are the challenges of HRM professionals using social media to learn about…
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Introduction Author: Dr. Gary Chapman, renowned marriage counselor and author of The Five Love Languages. Publication: 2010, written to prepare couples for marriage beyond the romantic stage. Core Idea: Love alone is not enough to sustain a marriage; couples must prepare for practical realities. Purpose: To highlight essential lessons Chapman learned through counseling couples, helping…
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Introduction Author: Dr. Gary Chapman, marriage counselor and pastor. Publication: First published in 1992; sold over 20 million copies worldwide. Core Idea: People express and receive love in different “languages.” Miscommunication occurs when partners use different languages. Goal: To help couples, families, and individuals strengthen relationships by learning to “speak” each other’s love language. The…