Epidemiological Study Designs in the Media

Nearly every day, population health studies appear in the media. The studies often include epidemiological research. The type of study design used can have a profound impact on how the study results are analyzed, interpreted, and reported. Common study designs include case control, cohort, cross-sectional, and community intervention trials Based on media descriptions of the […]
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Critiquing Sources of Error in Population Research

As a DNP-educated nurse, part of your role will be to identify the differences, or gaps, between current knowledge and practice and opportunities for improvement leading to an ideal state of practice. Being able to recognize and evaluate sources of error in population research is an important skill that can lead to better implementation of […]
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Measures Used in Epidemiology

One important application of epidemiology is to identify factors that could increase the likelihood of a certain health problem occurring within a specific population. Epidemiologists use measures of effect  to examine the association or linkage in the relationship between risk factors and emergence of disease or ill health. For instance, they may use measures of effect […]
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Randomized Trials in Epidemiology

Imagine that researchers are conducting a randomized controlled trial of a high-fiber supplement as a preventive measure in persons at increased risk of type 2 diabetes. People enrolled in the study are disease free at the time they agree to participate in the trial, but they all have a family history of type 2 diabetes […]
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Observational Study Designs

A clinical paediatric nurse has noticed a rise in childhood asthma diagnoses among the Hispanic population served by the local clinic. The nurse is concerned about this increase in asthma incidence in the patient population and turns to the literature to explore current research on this topic. The nurse finds, through the reading, that there […]
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Strengths and Limitations of Secondary Data Sources

In this information age, where data are readily accessible and there is both a great demand for accelerated research projects and strict limitations on research funding, using existing data makes sense. Data used in this way are called secondary data; they come in many forms and contain information on just about anything—depending on who collected […]
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Descriptive Epidemiology: Data Sources and Data Collection

Descriptive epidemiology deals with describing disease patterns using three major categories: person, place, or time (Friis & Sellers, 2021). Consider the following example Over the last weekend, six people went to the Alcan City Hospital emergency room with similar symptoms. The laboratory results for the six patients were indicative of an infection due to Escherichia […]
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Population Health and Epidemiology Then and Now

A century ago, epidemiology was a population science that focused on infectious diseases and outbreaks. Pioneered by passionate researchers like John Snow and Florence Nightingale, epidemiologic methods were used to curb the spread of debilitating diseases like cholera and the Spanish Flu. Today epidemiology relates to more than just acute outbreaks of illness; it addresses […]
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Poverty Short Answer

Week 3 Assignment: Poverty Short Answer Start Assignment Due Sunday by 11:59pm Points 100 Submitting a media recording or a file upload This assignment is to bring awareness of the magnitude of poverty locally and nationally. Students review the following websites: National Data: students review (This web page provides national averages for poverty and well-being and […]
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Youth centre case study

Model answers & discussion guide — youth centre case study Below are structured, ready-to-write answers you can copy into your notes and use when you discuss with colleagues. I give: (A) a short recommended course of action, (B) a clear set of options with pros/cons, (C) who/what to prioritise and why, (D) how to balance […]
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Population Sample

Which sampling procedure to use for a patient-satisfaction study — and why Recommended method: Stratified random sampling (probability sampling). Why: Representative coverage of key subgroups. In an organization (hospital/clinic) there are natural subgroups that can differ substantially in satisfaction (e.g., inpatient vs. outpatient; departments such as maternity, emergency, pediatrics; age groups; language/ethnicity). Stratifying by those […]
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Globalization and Culture

Key term: Glocalization Why I’m interested in this termI chose glocalization because it sits at the sweet spot between the big, abstract forces of globalization and the concrete, everyday ways culture is lived and remade. I’m fascinated by how global products, ideas, and institutions don’t simply overwrite local life; instead they are interpreted, resisted, reshaped, […]
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Reflective Video Journal

Reflective Video Journal #8 – Script/Outline Introduction “Hi, this is my Week 8 reflective journal. In this entry, I’ll be discussing CBT techniques used to change thought patterns, how I could apply CBT in my practice, the role of DBT, and my own experience with CBT sessions during clinicals.” 1. Specific CBT techniques used to […]
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CAS 204 ASSESMENT 2

Marvelous Writers <marvelousw806@gmail.com> Fri, Aug 29, 11:05 AM (1 day ago) to me Assessment 2: Individual Analytical Essay (30%) In this assessment task, you will build on assessment 1 essay preparation template by completing the essay in response to the statement below. Title: Assessment Task 2: INDIVIDUAL ANALYTICAL ESSAY Unit learning outcomes: 1,2,3 Weighting: 30% Length: 1500 words […]
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Hunger and the Global Environment Project

Assessment Description Refer to the “Hunger and the Global Environment Project Overview,” located in the Class Resources folder, for complete assignment instructions. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines 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 […]
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PSY-357 – Lifespan Development

PSY-357 – Lifespan Development Topic 5 – CLC: Media Portrayal of Adolescence Student: [Your name]Show Chosen: Stranger Things (Netflix) 1) Program name and original air years Title: Stranger Things Original air years: Season 1 (2016) through Season 5 (2025). Episodes watched for this analysis: Season 1, Episodes 1–3 (2016). 2) How adolescents were characterized Core […]
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Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

1. Introduction Briefly introduce Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Explain the importance of adapting CBT to different disorders. State which DSM-5 diagnosis/problem you’ve chosen (e.g., PTSD, OCD, Social Anxiety Disorder, Substance Use Disorder, Insomnia, etc.). 2. Overview of the Disorder Define and describe the chosen DSM-5 diagnosis. Highlight key symptoms, prevalence, and challenges in treatment. 3. […]
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Pregnancy and Lactation Research

Discussion Post: Treatment Planning in Pregnant and Lactating Women with Depression and Bipolar Disorder Managing psychiatric disorders in pregnancy and lactation requires careful balancing of maternal mental health with fetal and neonatal safety. Treatment plans must incorporate evidence-based pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, while addressing unique risks such as teratogenicity, neonatal adaptation syndrome, and breastfeeding safety. […]
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Initial Psychiatric SOAP Note Template

How to Approach Writing Your SOAP Note 1. Informed Consent Always start with documentation that verbal/written consent for psychiatric evaluation and treatment was obtained. Mention capacity assessment (i.e., patient oriented, able to understand risks/benefits). 2. Subjective Verify Patient Information: Name, DOB, demographics, identifiers. Chief Complaint (CC): Patient’s own words in quotes. History of Present Illness […]
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Mental Health Focus

SOAP Note Template (Mental Health Focus) S – Subjective Identifying Data: Age, gender, ethnicity, living situation. Chief Complaint (CC): Patient’s own words (e.g., “I’ve been feeling anxious and can’t sleep”). History of Present Illness (HPI): Use OLDCARTS (Onset, Location, Duration, Characteristics, Aggravating/Relieving factors, Treatments tried, Severity). Past Psychiatric History: Previous diagnoses, hospitalizations, treatments, therapy history. […]
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