The goal of data management is to provide the infrastructure and tools to transform raw data into usable corporate information of the highest quality. There are a number of difficulties associated with managing data; for example, managing, searching for, and retrieving data located throughout the enterprise can be a major challenge. Data management programs can…

Introduction Community health nursing emphasizes the importance of assessing populations, identifying risk factors, and implementing interventions that improve health outcomes. The Petunia Park case study (Walden University, 2021) is a teaching tool designed to highlight the challenges faced by communities with diverse populations, limited resources, and complex health needs. It provides a scenario where nursing…

It is important for the PMHNP to have a comprehensive understanding of mood disorders in order to assess and accurately formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan for patients presenting with these disorders. Mood disorders may be diagnosed when a patient’s emotional state meets the diagnostic criteria for severity, functional impact, and length of time. Those…

The systems development life cycle (SDLC) is a project management model that defines the stages involved in bringing a software project from inception to completion. Software development teams, for example, deploy a variety of SDLC models that include waterfall, spiral and agile processes. Each of these life cycles has its strengths and weaknesses. RESOURCES Be…

Patient education is an effective tool in supporting compliance and treatment for a diagnosis. It is important to consider effective ways to educate patients and their families about a diagnosis—such as coaching, brochures, or videos—and to recognize that the efficacy of any materials may differ based on the needs and learning preferences of a particular…

The systems development life cycle (SDLC) is the traditional approach used by organizations to plan large IT projects, such as IT infrastructure. The SDLC is a structured framework that consists of sequential processes by which information systems are developed. Whether companies use a structured method, such as the traditional waterfall approach, or more agile methods,…

As noted in the introduction to this week, we are going to explore current topics in the field of information technology. There are many areas in the field, and it continues to grow. In the news there are always articles about individuals and organizations getting hacked or their data stolen. There are just as many…

In the Western academic world, the presumption is that you do, in some sense, own your words and thoughts; at the very least, you have privileges pertaining to them. The main privilege is to be credited, or cited, for your effort and scholarship. These notions of authorship and ownership, however, are based on cultural expectations.…

As technology grows and becomes more sophisticated, you—as an IT professional—are presented with new ethical, legal, and social concerns. Everyone involved with technology must understand these concerns. Professional responsibility is an all-encompassing domain that covers everything you do as a professional. Consider all of what your professional responsibility might encompass and to whom you have…

Bring your own device (BYOD) to work has gained increased popularity and is in use in many organizations. Along with this convenience for employees are some major security issues for cyber security professionals. RESOURCES Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.  Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.  WEEKLY…