Module 5

Search the GCU Library and find two new health care articles that use quantitative research. Do not use articles from a previous assignment, or articles that appear in the Topic Materials or textbook. (two articles attached 1. lung cancer stats.pdf and 2. ckd stats.pdf)

Complete an article analysis for each using the “Article Analysis: Part 2” template (attachment article analysis2).

Refer to the “Patient Preference and Satisfaction in Hospital-at-Home and Usual Hospital Care for COPD Exacerbations: Results of a Randomized Controlled Trial,” (attachment copd stats.pdf) in conjunction with the “Article Analysis Example 2,”(attachment HLT-362V) for an example of an article analysis.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

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Polypharmacy is defined as being on 5 or more medicines, and is a major concern for providers as the use of multiple medicines is common in the older population with multimorbidity, and as one or more medicines may be used to treat each condition.

• Discuss two (2) common risk factors for polypharmacy. Give rationale for each identified risk factor.
• Discuss two interventions you can take as a Nurse Practitioner in your clinical practice to prevent polypharmacy and its complications.

using  at least 2 evidenced-based, peer-reviewed references no older than 5 years.

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Sandra is a 27-year-old female admitted with a possible Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT). She smokes one pack per day and is on birth control. She has a history of hypertension and obesity. She is admitted to the hospital and placed on bedrest. Heparin drip is started per protocol. The Provider is anticipating on sending her home with Coumadin.

• Can Sandra be placed on Coumadin and Heparin at the same time? Explain your answer.
• Develop 3 teaching points important for Sandra to know about her medications regimen.
• What questions would you ask Sandra to verify that she understand the 3 teaching points? Please answer all questions include intext citation and 3-4 references