Buddhism Written Report

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Buddhism Written Report

Background Information:
When studying the different religions of the world we tend of focus on the distinctions between these religions and understanding what makes them unique, however it is important to note that although these religions are distinct and unique in their own way, there are common themes and structures that can be applied to them. Some of the common elements present in the different religions that we will be studying this semester are:

  • Sacred Scriptures and Sacred Writings
    • Divinely inspired writings that contain origins of the religion, essential beliefs, and major teachings. Some religions also revere writings of prominent figures throughout their history who have contributed to expounding the theology of the religion (ex: writings of the Christian saints)
  • Beliefs and Practices
    • Tenets of the religion that unify its community of believers on a variety of topics ranging from their relationship with the divine, soteriology, creation, eschatology, anthropology, etc.
  • Prayer and Worship
    • Liturgical practices that believers of the faith participate in throughout their daily lives. Some liturgical practices and rituals of prayer are performed in conjunction with the celebration of religious festivals at particular times of the week (ex: Sabbath) or times of the year (ex: Christmas)
  • Morality – Code of Ethics
    • Guiding principles that adherents of the faith abide by throughout their lives informed by the theology of the religion
  • History
    • Understanding how the religion was established and the advances of the religion throughout human history that shape the global image of the religion today while also recognizing changes in theology that have occurred throughout history due to major historical events

Instructions:

In your reading of Chapter 5 – Encouraging Buddhism: The Middle Path to Liberation you have gained a better understanding of what the religion of Buddhism is all about from the context of its history, beliefs and practices, code of ethics, etc. You will now use the information gleaned in the chapter to expand upon particular elements of Buddhism enumerated below:

  1. Buddhist Symbols and Names (.5 pages)
    1. Identify a common Buddhist symbol and explain its significance
      1. Consider the following:
        1. History/Origins of the symbol
        2. Important religious figure(s) associated with the symbol and their involvement with it
        3. How is the symbol utilized by Buddhists today?
          1. Is it used during prayer/worship?
          2. Is it worm as an outward sign of faith?
    2. Distinguish between the terms ‘Buddhism’ and ‘The Buddha’ as it relates to the religion itself.
  2. Life of the Siddhartha Gautama (.5-1 pages)
    1. Discuss who Siddhartha Gautama was and the impact that he had on Buddhism.
    2. Describe 3 key events from Siddhartha Gautama’s life.
    3. Address how these events are commemorated by Buddhists today.
  3. Beliefs and Practices (2 – 3 pages)
    Throughout his life, Siddhartha Gautama did not record any of his teachings, but he is known for his influential sermons and the discussions that he had with his fellow monks. These sermons were transmitted orally for centuries before they were finally committed to writing by several different Buddhist groups. One of the most famous of The Buddha’s discourses is his first discourse titled Setting in Motion the Wheel of Dhamma and in this discourse he outlines two ideas that would become the foundation of all Buddhist thought: The Four Noble Truths and The Noble Eightfold Path.

    1. Interpret the meaning of each of the Four Noble Truths (1-1.5 pages)
      1. All life is suffering.
      2. The Cause of Suffering is desire.
      3. To end desire is to end suffering.
      4. to end desire, one must follow the Noble Eightfold Path.
    2. Articulate the significance of each of the aspects of The Noble Eightfold Path listed below and demonstrate how Buddhists believe that following these practical techniques will help them to achieve nirvana (1-1.5 pages)
      1. Right Understanding
      2. Right Thought (Intention)
      3. Right Speech
      4. Right Conduct
      5. Right Livelihood
      6. Right Effort
      7. Right Mindfulness
      8. Right Concentration (Contemplation)

Submission Instructions:

  • When completing this written report, the following guidelines must be followed. Failure to do so will result in points being deducted from your grade.
  • This report must be typed in 12 pt. Times New Roman font & double-spaced.
  • Each section of the report must include a section title on a separate line (ex: Buddhists Symbols, Beliefs and Practices, etc.)
  • Each section must incorporate at least 2 direct quotations from wither the course text (World RELG4: Introduction to World Religions) or one of the databases/encyclopedias available through St. Thomas University Library with an appropriate citation.
  • The work should be formatted per current CMOS and adhere to the page length requirements outlined above.
  • Your work will be assessed through Turnitin.

 

Read

  • Van Voorst, Robert E. World RELG4: Introduction to World Religions (4th ed.). Boston: Cengage MindTap, 2018.

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How do the research principles of data validity and reliability tie into data collection in project management?

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DNP Peers’ Posts Needing Responses

Assignment Description:

This assignment aligns with the course and module learning objectives (CO2)

1. How do the research principles of data validity and reliability tie into data collection in project management? Should data that do not have confirmed validity and reliability play any role in evaluation?

2. How does one determine the cost of data collection and management compared to its? 

 

Diversity

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Diversity

In 1000-words, describe how you will contribute to and promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice (DEIJ) as a graduate (doctoral) student at the University of Hartford and within your field of nursing. It is important that you demonstrate knowledge of DEIJ based on literature/theory, personal experience, previous academic/co-curricular experiences, and/or previous professional work, discuss future research, scholarship, and other activities you plan to partake in that will contribute to and promote DEIJ on campus, and comment on the importance of DEIJ in your chosen field of study as well as its importance in your future professional practice/employment.

 

Health Care

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Health Care

What are your thoughts about the debate regarding whether health care is a right or a privilege? How has the changing health care environment impacted your practice?

Submission Instructions:

  • Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources. Your initial post is worth 8 points.
  •  All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible

 

Prognosis

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Prognosis

In the Asian culture, there is often a belief that terminally ill patients should not be informed about their prognosis. Would you respect the cultural practice and not inform a patient about the prognosis? Is there a way for health care providers to balance the patient’s right to know with respect for the cultural practices and beliefs of the family? Is not fully disclosing information to the patient an ethical breach?

Submission Instructions:

  • Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources. Your initial post is worth 8 points.

 

  • All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible.

 

Culturally Competent Care For African Americans

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Culturally Competent Care For African Americans

Based on the readings, viewing on the Module 6: Lecture Materials & Resources page, and your own experience, what strategies would you recommend encouraging culturally competent care of African Americans?

Submission Instructions:

  • Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources. Your initial post is worth 8 points.
  • All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible.

 

Explain the controversy that surrounds dissociative disorders

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THE ASSIGNMENT (2–3 PAGES)

  • Explain the controversy that surrounds dissociative disorders.
  • Explain your professional beliefs about dissociative disorders, supporting your rationale with at least three scholarly references from the literature.
  • Explain strategies for maintaining the therapeutic relationship with a client that may present with a dissociative disorder.
  • Finally, explain ethical and legal considerations related to dissociative disorders that you need to bring to your practice and why they are important.
  •  Locate at least three scholarly articles that you can use to support your Assignment.

 

LEGAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES RELATED TO PSYCHIATRIC EMERGENCIES

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LEGAL AND ETHICAL ISSUES RELATED TO PSYCHIATRIC EMERGENCIES

The diagnosis of psychiatric emergencies can include a wide range of problems—from serious drug reactions to abuse and suicidal ideation/behaviors. Regardless of care setting, the PMHNP must know how to address emergencies, coordinate care with other members of the health care team and law enforcement officials (when indicated), and effectively communicate with family members who are often overwhelmed in emergency situations. In their role, PMHNPs can ensure a smooth transition from emergency mental health care to follow-up care, and also bridge the physical–mental health divide in healthcare.

 

LEARNING RESOURCES

Required Readings

· Buppert, C. (2021).  Nurse practitioner’s business practice and legal guide (7th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.

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· Chapter 7, “Negligence and Malpractice”

· Chapter 8, “Risk Management”

· Chapter 16, “Resolving Ethical Dilemmas”

· National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (2019).  Br ø set violence checklistLinks to an external site. . http://riskassessment.no/

· Sadock, B. J., Sadock, V. A., & Ruiz, P. (2015).  Kaplan & Sadock’s synopsis of psychiatry (11th ed.). Wolters Kluwer. (For review as needed)

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· Chapter 23, “Emergency Psychiatric Medicine”

· Chapter 36.2, “Ethics in Psychiatry”

· Thapar, A., Pine, D. S., Leckman, J. F., Scott, S., Snowling, M. J., & Taylor, E. A. (Eds.). (2015).  Rutter’s child and adolescent psychiatry (6th ed.). Wiley Blackwell.

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· Chapter 19, “Legal Issues in the Care and Treatment of Children With Mental Health Problems”

· Chapter 64, “Suicidal Behavior and Self-Harm”

· U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (2019).   VA/DoD clinical practice guidelinesLinks to an external site. : Assessment and management of patients at risk for suicide (2019). https://www.healthquality.va.gov/guidelines/MH/srb/

· Zakhari, R. (2021).  The psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioner certification review manual. Springer Publishing Company.

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· Chapter 15, “Violence and Abuse”

 

 

 

THE ASSIGNMENT

In 2–3 pages, address the following:

· Explain Texas state laws for involuntary psychiatric holds for child and adult psychiatric emergencies. Include who can hold a patient and for how long, who can release the emergency hold, and who can pick up the patient after a hold is released.

· Explain the differences among emergency hospitalization for evaluation/psychiatric hold, inpatient commitment, and outpatient commitment in the state of Texas.

· Explain the difference between capacity and competency in mental health contexts.

· Select one of the following topics and explain one legal issue and one ethical issue related to this topic that may apply within the context of treating psychiatric emergencies :

a) patient autonomy,

b) EMTALA,

c) confidentiality,

d) HIPAA privacy rule,

e) HIPAA security rule,

f) protected information,

g) legal gun ownership,

h) career obstacles (security clearances/background checks),

i) and payer source.

· Identify one evidence-based suicide risk assessment that you could use to screen patients.

· Identify one evidence-based violence risk assessment that you could use to screen patients.

 

My disorder is  stereotypic movement disorder .

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My disorder is  stereotypic movement disorder .

Areas of importance you should address, but are not limited to, are:

  • Signs and symptoms according to the DSM-5-TR
  • Differential diagnoses
  • Incidence
  • Development and course
  • Prognosis
  • Considerations related to culture, gender, age
  • Pharmacological treatments, including any side effects
  • Nonpharmacological treatments
  • Diagnostics and labs
  • Comorbidities
  • Legal and ethical considerations
  • Pertinent patient education considerations

 

Disorders of Skin Integrity and Function

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Disorders of Skin Integrity and Function

Leonard works in the agriculture industry and raises beef cattle. At 60 years of age, he has spent most of his life working outdoors harvesting hay and tending to his herds. His wife was the first to notice a change in his skin. One day, after taking off his shirt, she noticed a significant change in the mole he had on his right shoulder. It not only was darker but was moist and appeared to have been bleeding at one point. Surrounding the mole, his skin was red. His wife remembered hearing stories of Leonard working on his father’s farm, spending long hours out in the hot sun even though his father had gone into the barn to work during the hottest part of the day. She insisted him go to the family physician to have it examined (Chapter 52, Learning Objectives 10 and 11).

  1. Leonard’s physician performed a biopsy on the lesion and told Leonard he suspected the growth may be malignant melanoma. What cells are affected in this form of skin cancer? How might his childhood exposures to the sun predispose him to this form of cancer?
  2. How do UVA and UVB rays contribute to the process of oncogenesis in skin cells?
  3. The mole on Leonard’s shoulder was a nevocellular nevus. What are the cellular composition and appearance of this type of mole before it underwent malignant change?

Instructions:

  1. Your primary post should be at least 200 words long and should include reference to the textbook or another course resource using APA 7th edition format. Your primary post is due by Wednesday at midnight ET.