Unit 4 Assignment – Assessment Paper
Instructions
· Describe and evaluate the differences between evidence based practice and research.
· Describe the importance and application of health care information, data mining, and importance to application in patient care outcomes
· Discuss how data mining and interpretation influences case management and utilization
· Describe participation in managed care and the importance of quality care initiatives and performance indicators (remember to use AHRQ as a resource)
Parameters:
· 1000-1500 words not including the cover page and references (total, not for each topic)
· Follow the APA 7th edition for references and citations
· Include a minimum of 6 scholarly references (does not include text or websites)
· Demonstrate analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information
Assessment Paper due Sunday at 11:59 PM.
Estimated time to complete: 6 hours
Rubric
NU 626 Unit 4 Assessment Paper Rubric
NU 626 Unit 4 Assessment Paper Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent
45 pts
5
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of context, audience, and purpose that is responsive to the assigned task(s) and focuses all elements of the work.
41 pts
4
Demonstrates adequate consideration of context, audience, and purpose and a clear focus on the assigned task(s) (e.g., the task aligns with audience, purpose, and context).
36 pts
3
Demonstrates awareness of context, audience, purpose, and to the assigned tasks(s) (e.g., begins to show awareness of audience’s perceptions and assumptions).
31 pts
2
Demonstrates minimal attention to context, audience, purpose, and to the assigned tasks(s) (e.g., expectation of instructor or self as audience).
27 pts
1
Little to no description of purpose and contents of paper.
0 pts
0
Not attempted
45 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent Development
45 pts
5
Uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to illustrate mastery of the subject, conveying the writer’s understanding, and shaping the whole work.
41 pts
4
Uses appropriate, relevant, and compelling content to explore ideas within the context of the discipline and shape the whole work.
36 pts
3
Uses appropriate and relevant content to develop and explore ideas through most of the work.
31 pts
2
Uses appropriate and relevant content to develop simple ideas in some parts of the work.
27 pts
1
Little to no description of purpose and contents of paper.
0 pts
0
Not attempted
45 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting
25 pts
5
Demonstrates detailed attention to and successful execution of a wide range of conventions particular to a specific discipline and/or writing task (s) including organization, content, presentation, formatting, and stylistic choices.
23 pts
4
Demonstrates consistent use of important conventions particular to a specific discipline and/or writing task(s), including organization, content, presentation, and stylistic choices.
20 pts
3
Follows expectations appropriate to a specific discipline and/or writing task(s) for basic organization, content, and presentation.
18 pts
2
Attempts to use a consistent system for basic organization and presentation.
15 pts
1
Lacks evidence of clear, organized, comprehensive writing.
0 pts
0
Not attempted.
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA
10 pts
5
Demonstrates skillful use of high-quality, credible, relevant sources to develop ideas that are appropriate for the discipline and genre of the writing.
9 pts
4
Demonstrates consistent use of credible, relevant sources to support ideas that are situated within the discipline and genre of the writing.
8 pts
3
Demonstrates an attempt to use credible and/or relevant sources to support ideas that are appropriate for the discipline and genre of the writing.
7 pts
2
Demonstrates an attempt to use sources to support ideas in the writing.
6 pts
1
Does not include both APA and In- Text Citations or In-text citations and references are not in APA format.
0 pts
0
Not attempted.
10 pts
Total Points: 125
