This week’s readings and lecture offered information related to lobbyists and advocates. Is there a difference between being a lobbyist and an advocate? Lobbyists provide support for policy, as do advocates, so what is the difference? Most nurses consider themselves patient advocates; however a political advocate is somewhat different. In this discussion, differentiate between a lobbyist and an advocate. Be sure to discuss a political advocate rather than a bedside advocate.

Topics to include:
1. Definition of a lobbyist.
2. Definition of an advocate.
3. Similarities and differences.
4. Why are they both important?
5. How does one of your selected organizations (choose one you used in your week 3 DB [World Health Organization] – What is the definition of Nursing Excellence – these organizations were discussed in the week 3 PowerPoint) lobby or advocate for health care policy?

Instructions

1. Ensure your discussion has introduction and conclusion.

2. Minimum of two (2) total references: one (1) from required course materials and one (1) from peer-reviewed references.

3. Choose one(1) or more from the provided course materials and one(1) peer reviewed article of your choice.

4. Course materials
(i)Textbooks:
Mason, D. J., Dickson, E., McLemore, M. R., Perez, G. A. (2021). Policy & politics in nursing and health care. (8th ed.) Elsevier.
Read Chapters 6, 7, 9, 12, 14, 22, 34, 36, 40, 44, 52, 64.

(ii) Two (2) articles attached on file & 2 power points from week 3 lecture.

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