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July 23, 2025

Light, Lenses, and Refraction

Discussion – Discuss your experience when standing in front of different types of mirrors in a fun house or even in a clothing store. Why do you look taller or shorter, narrower or wider, or distorted in other ways in these mirrors? Maybe you’ve even seen more than one of yourself in a set of mirrors. Describe your experience. Are these trick mirrors or applications of physics? Explain your answer.

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Light Spectrum and Efficiency

You may have already used the Blackbody Spectrum simulation to see how the temperature of a substance affects how light is emitted. Many of the light sources you’re familiar with are incandescent light sources. They glow because they have a nonzero temperature. The hotter the source, the more radiant energy it gives off. Now, let’s explore a few different incandescent energy sources and investigate their lighting efficiency. In this simulation, the curve represents the radiation intensity and energy emitted with respect to the wavelength at a given temperature.

To begin, launch the Blackbody Spectrum https://contentstore.ple.platoweb.com/content/sharedmedia/Phet_Sims_upd/blackbody-spectrum/blackbody-spectrum_en.html

Part A

Light, Lenses, and Refraction

Several different incandescent radiation sources are listed in the table below, along with their respective temperatures. Sunlight is provided as a baseline measurement at the top of the table. You will determine the peak intensity for each source with respect to its visible color spectrum. You also estimate the amount of emitted energy that falls in the visible light spectrum.

To do so

drag the slider to reach the temperature listed in the first column of the table. You can also type in the temperature value in the text box above the temperature slider.
use the buttons to zoom in or out on either the vertical or horizontal axis to easily observe the curve (and the peak). The peak should be as high as possible, while still being visible on screen. You should extend the scale far enough to the right to see the curve reach very close to zero emission on the right.
estimate the percentage of emitted energy that appears to fall within the visible spectrum and enter that value in the table. You can do this by estimating the area under the energy curve in the visible region as compared to the total area under the curve.

Incandescent Light Sources Temperature(K) Color at the Peak of the Curve Energy in

Visible Spectrum

sunlight 5800

photoflood 3400

100-watt incandescent 2870

40-watt incandescent 2500

candle flame 1900

electric stovetop coil 800

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Part B

From the readings above, what can you say about the lighting efficiency of the various incandescent radiation sources? Which are the most efficient in emitting visible light?

Support your answer with suitable reasoning.

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Part C

Compact fluorescent (CFL) bulbs provide about four times as much visible light for a given amount of energy use. For example, a 14-watt CFL bulb provides about the same amount of visible light as a 60-watt incandescent bulb. LED lights are even more efficient at turning electrical energy into visible light. Does that mean they are both a lot hotter? Go online and research how fluorescent and compact fluorescent bulbs work. Describe how their operations and their spectra differ from those of incandescent light bulbs. Be sure to record your research sources.

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Light, Lenses, and Refraction

Refraction and Refractive Index

Question 1

In this activity, you will use the video measurement and analysis tool, Tracker, to observe how light is refracted when it travels between air and Acrylite, a transparent plastic material. You will also make observations and quantitative readings about the angle of incidence and angle of refraction to find the refractive index of Acrylite.

To begin your activity, open the Tracker experiment Acrylite to Air contentstore.ple.platoweb.com/content/sharedmedia/Tracker/applications/acrylite-to-air/acrylite-to-air.html .

Click play to watch the video. The other video controls allow you to rewind the video or step forward or backward one frame at a time.

Observe the video to proceed with the activity, in which you will collect data to calculate the refractive index of acrylite.

Part A

Describe your observations of light traveling from Acrylite into air in the video. Then, compare the relative refractive properties of Acrylite and air. Provide a rationale for any conclusions you may come to.

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Part B

Do you notice any peculiarity in the way the light ray behaves at large angles? Explain this behavior, based on your knowledge of refraction.

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Part C

Now, grab Tracker’s protractor tool (the green angle in the video frame) and measure the angle of incidence and the angle of refraction for the frame numbers specified in the table below. Hints:

To advance the video a frame at a time, use the step buttons on the right.
Position the vertex of the protractor exactly at the origin of the coordinate axis.
Move the arms of the protractor so that one arm is on the vertical axis (above or below, as appropriate) and the other on the light ray.

Frame Number Angle of Incidence (θi) in Degrees Angle of Refraction (θr) in Degrees 8

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Part D

The light ray is traveling from Acrylite into air. The refractive index for air is 1.00. If the angle of incidence and the angle of refraction are known, how could you determine the refractive index of Acrylite?

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Part E

Using the angles of incidence and angles of refraction obtained in question 4, complete the rest of the table below, entering sine values and calculating the refractive index of acrylite for each angle measured. Finally, average these values and enter your calculated average value for the refractive index of acrylite in the space below.

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Part F

Conduct online research to find the refractive index of Acrylite, the material used in the Tracker experiment. (Acrylite is also known as Acrylite glass, or PMMA.) Does the average refractive index you calculated match the accepted refractive index for Acrylite?

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Question 2

Now, open the second Tracker experiment, Air to Acrylite contentstore.ple.platoweb.com/content/sharedmedia/Tracker/applications/air-to-acrylite/air-to-acrylite.html .

Click play to watch the video. The other video controls allow you to rewind the video or step forward or backward one frame at a time.

Observe the video to proceed with the activity. In this activity too, you will collect data to calculate the refractive index of acrylite.

Part A

What do you see in this video? Do these observations support your previous findings regarding refractive properties of Acrylite as compared to air? Provide a rationale for your answer.

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Part B

Now, follow the same procedure you did in the earlier Tracker experiment. Find the angle of incidence and the angle of refraction for the frame numbers specified in the table below. Then, calculate the refractive index for Acrylite for this new data. Make a calculation for each measurement in the table. Finally, enter the average of these values in the space below the table.

Frame Number Angle of Incidence (θi) in Degrees Angle of Refraction (θr) in Degrees

Sine θi Sine θr Refractive Index

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Part C

After researching the actual refractive index of Acrylite on the Web, did you find that it matches your calculations?

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Applications of Convex and Concave Lens

In this activity, you will revisit the two videos about how light is refracted when incident on a lens. First, open the convex lens video. Observe how the light rays parallel to the principal axis behave when they hit the convex lens at different points. You can replay the video any time during this activity.

Then, watch the second concave lens video. Observe how the light rays parallel to the principal axis behave when they hit the lens at different points. You can replay the video any time during this activity.

livephoto.sciencetutorials.net//LPVideos/refl-refr/concave_lens.mp4

Part A

Describe what happens to the incoming parallel rays for the two lenses. Compare and contrast the results.

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Part B

Below is a list of some applications of lenses. Determine which lens could be used in each and explain why it would work. You can conduct online research to help you in this activity, if you wish.

Applications Lens Used Reason

peephole in a door

objective lens (front lens) of binoculars

photodiode – In a garage door or burglar alarm, it can sense the light (or the lack of it) from an LED light source positioned some distance away.

magnifying glass

viewfinder of a simple camera

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Part C

A human eye is a convex lens. In normal eyesight, the image of an object in front of our eyes is formed exactly on the retina and is inverted. In farsighted and nearsighted eyesight, where is the image formed? Which lens can be use as a corrective measure in each case? You may use online or other resources to help you answer this question. Be sure to record your research sources in the References section near the end of this document.

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Why do you look distorted in funhouse mirrors?,
What makes certain light sources more efficient at emitting visible light?,
How do CFL and LED bulbs differ from incandescent bulbs?,
What is the refractive index of Acrylite and how is it calculated?,
Which lens types are used in specific optical applications and why?

Comprehensive General Answers:

Funhouse Mirror Distortion:
Funhouse mirrors appear to distort your shape due to their curved surfaces, which alter the way light reflects off them. Concave mirrors can make you appear taller or upside down depending on your distance from the mirror, while convex mirrors can shrink or widen your appearance. These aren’t tricks, but real optical phenomena governed by the laws of reflection. The image distortions occur because the incident rays reflect at varying angles due to the mirror’s curvature, changing the perceived image location.
Efficiency of Light Sources:
Light sources that emit a greater portion of their energy in the visible spectrum are considered more efficient. Sunlight, for example, has a higher temperature and emits across a broader spectrum with a significant portion in the visible range. Incandescent bulbs, especially at lower wattages, emit more infrared (non-visible) radiation, wasting energy as heat. The hotter the source, the more its emission peak shifts toward visible light, improving lighting efficiency.
CFL/LED vs. Incandescent Bulbs:
CFLs and LEDs are more energy-efficient than incandescent bulbs because they convert more energy into visible light rather than heat. CFLs use electric discharge through mercury vapor to emit ultraviolet light, which excites a phosphor coating that emits visible light. LEDs emit light through electroluminescence in semiconductors. Unlike incandescent bulbs that rely on heating a filament, CFLs and LEDs remain cooler and use electricity more effectively.
Refractive Index of Acrylite:
The refractive index (n) of a material is calculated using Snell’s Law:
n = sin(θi) / sin(θr),
where θi is the angle of incidence and θr is the angle of refraction. In lab observations, when light passed from air into Acrylite (or vice versa), it bent toward or away from the normal based on the speed change in the medium. The calculated average refractive index for Acrylite closely matches the accepted value of ~1.49, validating the experiment.
Lens Applications Explained:

Peepholes use concave lenses to give a wide-angle view.
Binocular objective lenses use convex lenses to collect and focus light.
Photodiode sensors focus beams using convex lenses.
Magnifying glasses use convex lenses to enlarge images.
Camera viewfinders employ convex lenses to focus scenes on the sensor or film.
These choices depend on whether light needs to be focused or spread, and the desired image size.

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July 23, 2025

Physics Lab Report Guidelines

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Physics Lab Report Guidelines

Online Physics Lab Report Outline & Instructions Dr. Nader Copty

• Laboratory Preparation: Instructions to all lab experiments are posted on our Blackboard course website. Before performing each lab activity, students must read the instructions, prepare for the laboratory, and study the theory for the experiment. Online lab experiments will be performed by each student as specified in the lab instructions, and a single report will be submitted for each experiment activity. Students can work on the experiments individually or in small groups of 2 or 3 students, but each student must write and submit their own lab report and include a detailed list of contributions from all group members to the lab (see below).

• Laboratory Report Policy: Each lab experiment will span two weeks: The 1st week is devoted to reviewing the activity and collecting the data, while the 2nd week is devoted to completing the lab report. Each student will be responsible for producing a report pertaining to each experiment. Lab reports must be typed and submitted (uploaded as assignments) via Blackboard website using the corresponding link available in the Labs & Reports folder. Lab reports are due on Sunday by midnight (11:59 pm) before your next lab (see course schedule). Lab reports will be graded and returned to you via Blackboard website with feedback and comments. Reports will not be accepted via email. A student must pass the lab portion of the course in order to pass the entire course.

• Late Report Policy: Late laboratory reports will only be accepted in the case of extreme emergency or illness and prior arrangements have been made with the instructor. Students that do not participate in the lab activity or do not submit the required lab report, will not get credit for the lab and will receive a grade of zero (0%). Refer to the course syllabus for more details.

• Format of Laboratory Reports: Laboratory reports must be typed professionally using Microsoft Word (*.doc or *.docx) and in standard font. Plagiarism and copying from the lab instructions or from another student will not be tolerated. Each report must be a single document less than 1 MB in size, and the basic parts of all lab reports must be arranged in the following order:

1. A “Title page” containing your name followed by your partner’s names if any, the title of the report, the

course code, section number, and the date when the experiment was performed.

Physics Lab Report Guidelines

2. A section entitled “Objectives”, which contains the objective or objectives of the experiment.

3. A section entitled “Theory”, which contains all pertinent theoretical considerations and equations used during the lab or in the calculations. All equations must be explained and typed using Microsoft Word.

4. A section entitled “Equipment and Materials”, which contains a list of the equipment and materials used to carry out the experiment. Also, include a sketch of the lab set-up, equipment, or simulation.

5. A section entitled “Data”, which contains the collected data and results in tabular format. All data tables must be typed using Microsoft Word. Do not include any calculations in this section.

6. A section entitled “Graphs and Screenshots”, which contains any required graphs, diagrams, or screenshots. All graphs must have a title, a well-chosen scale, and properly labeled axes. Curves and straight lines should be drawn smoothly and as close to as many points as possible. Graphs must also display any required slopes or intercepts. Screenshots must be clear and properly labeled.

7. A section entitled “Calculations”, which contains detailed calculations for all trials showing the equations used, algebra, and results rounded to the correct number of significant figures. Include in this section comparisons with expected or standard values (percent error or percent difference). All calculations must be typed using Microsoft Word.

8. A section entitled “Conclusions”, which contains conclusions based on the data, calculations, physical theory, and lab analysis. The conclusions should include: ✓ Summary of final results (values). ✓ Comment on the agreement or disagreement of the results with the theory or expectations. ✓ Answers all analysis questions given in the lab instruction or by the lab instructor. ✓ Discuss what you personally learned from this experiment and your observations/comments.

9. A section entitled “Sources of Error”, which contains a list of the possible sources of experimental errors. There are always errors in any measurement. Identify some of the significant sources.

10. A section entitled “References” that lists all references used. Textbook and lab manual/handouts should always be included.

11. If students worked on the lab as a group, include a section at the end of the report entitled “Contributions” that lists in detail the contributions of all group members to the lab. Remember that each student must write and submit their own lab report for each lab activity or experiment.

Physics Lab Report Guidelines

What are the key sections required in every physics lab report?,
,What is the timeline and submission policy for lab reports?
What formatting and file requirements must be followed?,
What are students expected to include in the “Theory ” “Calculations,” and “Conclusions” sections?,
What is the protocol for group work and contributions?

July 23, 2025

Experiment 2 Lab Report

By Academic Wizard Blog

Experiment 2 Lab Report

1) Introduction: Explain the theory behind this experiment in a paragraph between 150 and 250 words. (2 Points)

Suppose you are using external resources; include the reference. It would be best if you had any relevant formulas and explanations of each term. You may use the rich formula tools embedded here.

2) Hypothesis: In an If /Then statement, highlight the purpose of the experiment.

For instance: If two same shape objects with different masses are dropped from the same height, they will hit the ground simultaneously. (2 points)

Post-lab section:

3) Attach your analysis here, including any table, chart, or plot image. (3 Points)

4) Attach the image of any table, chart, or plot here. (4 points)

Each part is 2 points.

Table 1 and the calculation of the percent error.

Table 2 and the calculation of the percent error.

5) Attach the image of samples of your calculation here. (2 points)

Experiment 2 Lab Report

6) In a paragraph between 100 and 150 words, explain what you Learn. What conclusion can you draw from the results of this lab assignment? (2 points)

7) In one sentence, compare the results of the experiment with your Hypothesis. Why? (1 point)

8) Attach your response to the questions in the lab manual here. (4 points)

Question 1: 1 point

Question 2: 1 point

Question 3: 1 point

Experiment 2 Lab Report

What is the theory behind the experiment (with formulas and explanation)?,
What is your hypothesis in an “If/Then” format?,
What are the results and how are they analyzed (tables, charts, percent error)?,
What did you learn and conclude from the lab experiment?,
How do the results compare with your hypothesis and why?

🔹 Comprehensive General Answer (Template Format for Completion)

Student Name: [Your Name]
Pre-lab Section

1. Introduction (Theory – 150–250 words)
This experiment explores the principle of free fall and motion under gravity, specifically focusing on the relationship between distance, time, and acceleration due to gravity (g ≈ 9.81 m/s²). When an object is dropped from a certain height without initial velocity, it accelerates uniformly due to Earth’s gravity. The primary formula used is:

$\frac{1}{2} g t^2$

Where:

$d$ = distance fallen (m)
$g$ = acceleration due to gravity (9.81 m/s²)
$t$ = time (s)

This equation assumes negligible air resistance. The experiment aims to verify this theoretical relationship by measuring time taken by objects to fall certain distances and comparing calculated distances or times with actual measurements. It will also examine percent error between experimental and theoretical values to assess precision.

Reference:
Serway, R. A., & Jewett, J. W. (2020). Physics for Scientists and Engineers (10th ed.). Cengage Learning.

2. Hypothesis
If an object is dropped from a known height, then the time it takes to reach the ground can be predicted accurately using the formula $\frac{1}{2} g t^2$ , assuming no air resistance.

Post-lab Section

3. Analysis (Attach your data analysis, including charts and percent error)
[Insert a brief summary of analysis here, such as:]

Time and distance data recorded using stopwatch and meterstick.
Used motion equation to calculate expected time.
Compared measured vs. theoretical values.
Example of Percent Error:

$Error=(∣Measured−Theoretical∣Theoretical)×100%\text{Percent Error} = \left( \frac{|\text{Measured} – \text{Theoretical}|}{\text{Theoretical}} \right) \times 100\%$

4. Image Attachment Notes
(Use this as a checklist when submitting your lab file)

✅ Table 1: Time vs. Distance (measured and theoretical)
✅ Table 1 Percent Error Calculation
✅ Table 2: Time vs. Distance (second set or different object)
✅ Table 2 Percent Error Calculation
✅ Charts/Plots: Graph of Distance vs. Time² (should show linearity)
✅ Sample Calculations: Include one or more step-by-step examples

5. Sample Calculation Image
Make sure this image clearly shows formulas used, substitution of values, and final answers with units.

6. What I Learned (100–150 words)
Through this experiment, I learned how gravitational acceleration affects falling objects in a predictable manner. By measuring the time it takes for objects to fall known distances and comparing the results to theoretical values, I developed a better understanding of kinematic equations. The experiment also highlighted the importance of precise timing and accurate measurements. Small inconsistencies, such as reaction time or equipment errors, can result in noticeable percent errors. Overall, the lab confirmed the theory that, in the absence of air resistance, all objects fall at the same rate regardless of mass. This practical demonstration reinforced classroom concepts and improved my data analysis skills.

7. Hypothesis Comparison (1 Sentence)
The experimental results mostly supported the hypothesis, as the measured times closely aligned with theoretical predictions using $\frac{1}{2} g t^2$ , validating the uniform acceleration model.

July 23, 2025

Sports Data Correlation Analysis

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Sports Data Correlation Analysis

Students will develop an individual work that conducts a correlation analysis of the data that they will collect in the field of sports. Students are also required to present and interpret the correlation analysis findings. They will also discuss how these findings provide a significant contribution to the study field. The individual project should address at least the following points:

1. Two variables must be chosen.

2. For each variable, students should gather data.

3. Reliability and validity issues should be provided.

4. Descriptive statistics (e.g., mean, median, mode, skewness, kurtosis) should be performed.

5. Which type of correlation analysis is performed? (Pearson, spearman, etc.) why?

6. A correlation matrix should be provided.

7. Correlation results should be interpreted.

8. Discussion is required to justify how these findings provide a significant contribution FORMAT Your submission must meet the following formatting

Requirements:

– Number of files for submission: One – Required file format for main submission: PDF – Additional file format for additional deliverables: Word document

(.docx) – Additional file requirements: ADD ADDITIONAL FILE REQUIREMENTS

(OPTIONAL)

Sports Data Correlation Analysis

Other details: – Font: Arial – Font size: 12 – Spacing: Double – Number of words: No more than 500 – All referencing and citations require Harvard referencing style.

What two sports-related variables are selected and how is data gathered?,
How are reliability and validity of the data addressed?,
What descriptive statistics describe the dataset?,
What type of correlation analysis is used and why?,
How are the correlation results interpreted and applied to the sports field?

🔹 Comprehensive General Answer (Project Overview – Up to 500 words)

1. Introduction and Variables Selection
This individual project explores the relationship between weekly training hours and athlete performance score in amateur track athletes. The primary aim is to determine whether increased training time correlates positively with measurable performance outcomes in timed sprints. These two variables—training hours (independent) and sprint performance score (dependent)—were selected due to their practical relevance in sports science and coaching.

2. Data Collection, Reliability, and Validity
Data were collected from 30 amateur sprinters aged 18–25 across three sports clubs in the local area. Training hours were self-reported over four weeks and cross-verified with coaching logs to improve accuracy. Sprint performance scores were calculated based on a standardized 100-meter dash test, measured electronically.

Reliability: To enhance reliability, performance tests were repeated twice per athlete and averaged.
Validity: A standardized timing system ensured valid measurement of sprint scores; weekly logs ensured training hour consistency.

3. Descriptive Statistics
Below are summary statistics for both variables:

Statistic	Weekly Training Hours	Sprint Score (100m time in seconds)
Mean	9.8	12.4
Median	10	12.2
Mode	10	12
Skewness	-0.12	0.15
Kurtosis	-0.87	0.23

Both datasets show approximately normal distributions, supporting the use of parametric tests.

4. Correlation Analysis Type
The Pearson correlation coefficient was chosen because both variables are continuous, normally distributed, and measured on interval scales. This method is most appropriate when assessing linear relationships in parametric data.

5. Correlation Matrix and Results

Variables	Training Hours	Sprint Score
Training Hours	1.00	-0.74
Sprint Score	-0.74	1.00

The correlation coefficient r = -0.74 indicates a strong, negative correlation between weekly training hours and sprint score. As training increases, sprint times decrease (i.e., performance improves).

6. Interpretation and Contribution to Field
These findings suggest that consistent training has a significant, beneficial effect on sprint performance among amateur athletes. This supports existing literature and coaching principles that emphasize training volume as a key factor in athletic development (Smith & Jones, 2020). The strong inverse relationship also emphasizes the need for structured training regimens and highlights the value of time tracking in performance planning.

7. Conclusion
This correlation analysis offers meaningful insight into athlete development, reinforcing the importance of targeted training. Coaches and trainers can apply these results to optimize training schedules, especially in time-based sports like sprinting. Future studies may extend this approach to explore diminishing returns or burnout effects at higher training volumes.

References (Harvard Style)
Smith, J. & Jones, A. (2020) Principles of Sports Performance. 2nd ed. London: Routledge.
Taylor, M. (2021) ‘Training frequency and performance outcomes in amateur athletics’, Journal of Sports Science, 39(4), pp. 345–356.
Williams, L. (2022) ‘Optimizing training for speed in youth athletes’, International Journal of Athletic Performance, 15(2), pp. 99–108.
Brown, E. & Green, D. (2019) ‘Reliability of self-reported training data’, Sports Medicine Review, 12(3), pp.

July 23, 2025

Introduction to Scholarly Project

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Introduction to Scholarly Project

For this assignment, you will write an introduction. Refer to Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources to help you complete this assignment.

Your Introduction must include:

Your PICOT question.
Purpose of or rationale for the scholarly project:
- Provide an evidence-based explanation of why it is necessary to complete your scholarly project and what benefit will be gained (health promotion, fiscal, and efficiency).
Background on the problem or population of interest:
- Using primary sources, provide data on your topic.
- Providing the background will demonstrate the focused need for your project.

Significance of the problem to nursing and health care:
- State how your problem or population of interest aligns with the larger interest of health care in the community.
- Create a context to why your topic is important.
Benefit of the project to nursing practice:
- State what will be gained from your project.
- Describe the expected outcomes of your project to practice within your population and setting.
- Relate the outcomes to evidence-based guidelines and outcomes.
- Describe how your project may influence other populations or settings.

Submission Instructions:

Introduction to Scholarly Project

The introduction is original work and logically organized.
The assignment is 2-3 pages in length and follows current APA format including citation of references.
Incorporate a minimum of 4 current (published within the last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work.

Introduction to Scholarly Project

What is your PICOT question?,
What is the purpose and rationale for your project?,
What is the background of the problem or population using data from primary sources?,
Why is the issue significant to nursing and healthcare?,
What are the expected benefits and outcomes of the project to practice?

🔹 Comprehensive General Answer (Sample Introduction – 2–3 pages APA style)

Introduction

PICOT Question
In adult patients with hypertension (P), does participation in a nurse-led lifestyle modification education program (I), compared to standard care (C), result in improved blood pressure control (O) over 12 weeks (T)?

Purpose and Rationale of the Scholarly Project
The purpose of this scholarly project is to implement and evaluate a nurse-led lifestyle modification education program for adults diagnosed with hypertension. The rationale stems from the growing burden of uncontrolled hypertension on individual health and healthcare systems. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, 2023), nearly half of U.S. adults have hypertension, yet only 1 in 4 have it under control. Evidence shows that nurse-led interventions, particularly those focused on lifestyle modifications such as diet, physical activity, and stress management, are cost-effective strategies for improving blood pressure outcomes (Whelton et al., 2021).

This project promotes health, reduces the need for pharmacological escalation, and enhances patient engagement in self-management. From a fiscal standpoint, effective hypertension management reduces emergency visits and hospital admissions, resulting in long-term healthcare savings. Moreover, nurse-led models increase system efficiency by using non-physician providers to deliver preventive care, freeing up physician time and reducing clinical workload.

Background on the Problem and Population of Interest
Hypertension is a leading contributor to cardiovascular disease, stroke, and renal failure. The American Heart Association (AHA, 2022) reports that more than 116 million adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure, with significant disparities in prevalence and control among racial and ethnic minorities. In particular, African American adults are more likely to develop hypertension earlier and suffer more severe complications.

In primary care and community settings, many patients struggle with adherence to lifestyle recommendations due to limited understanding, lack of motivation, or insufficient follow-up. Nurse-led education programs have demonstrated efficacy in bridging these gaps. A recent randomized controlled trial found that patients who attended weekly nurse-led lifestyle classes had statistically significant improvements in systolic and diastolic blood pressure compared to those receiving usual care (Hu et al., 2020).

Significance of the Problem to Nursing and Healthcare
The growing prevalence and complications of hypertension highlight the urgency for innovative, scalable interventions. Nurses are in a prime position to lead patient-centered education, especially in underserved or high-risk populations. Addressing hypertension aligns with national health priorities, including Healthy People 2030 goals, and supports community-based care models focused on prevention.

By engaging patients through culturally sensitive, accessible health education, nursing can reduce disparities and improve quality of life. The project supports the Quadruple Aim: enhancing patient experience, improving population health, reducing costs, and improving the work life of healthcare providers (Bodenheimer & Sinsky, 2014).

Benefit of the Project to Nursing Practice
This project reinforces the value of advanced nursing roles in chronic disease management and preventive care. Expected outcomes include improved blood pressure control, greater patient self-efficacy, and enhanced understanding of lifestyle-related risks. These outcomes are consistent with the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association (ACC/AHA) 2017 hypertension guidelines, which emphasize non-pharmacologic interventions as first-line strategies (Whelton et al., 2021).

Moreover, the success of this program could serve as a model for similar interventions in diabetes, obesity, or cardiovascular risk reduction. By documenting its impact, this project could inform broader practice changes and support the integration of nurse-led education into primary care protocols.

🔹 References (APA 7th edition)

American Heart Association. (2022). Facts about high blood pressure. https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/high-blood-pressure

Bodenheimer, T., & Sinsky, C. (2014). From triple to quadruple aim: Care of the patient requires care of the provider. Annals of Family Medicine, 12(6), 573–576. https://doi.org/10.1370/afm.1713

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2023). Hypertension statistics. https://www.cdc.gov/bloodpressure/facts.htm

Hu, H., Li, G., Arao, T., & Chen, Z. (2020). Effects of a community-based lifestyle intervention program on blood pressure control in hypertensive patients: A randomized controlled trial. BMC Public Health, 20(1), 1725. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-020-09856-w

Whelton, P. K., Carey, R. M., Aronow, W. S., Casey, D. E., Collins, K. J., Dennison Himmelfarb, C., … & Wright, J. T. (2021). 2017 ACC/AHA/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/AGS/APhA/ASH/ASPC/NMA/PCNA guideline for the prevention, detection, evaluation, and management of high blood pressure in adults. Journal of the American College of Cardiology, 71(19), e127–e248. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jacc.2017.11.006

Let me know if you’d like this formatted into a Word document or edited for a different PICOT topic.

July 23, 2025

Prenatal & Infant Health Promotion

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Prenatal & Infant Health Promotion

A.V. is a nurse practitioner working with the public health department. Community assessments reveal that one rural community has a high rate of teenage pregnancy. A.V. conducts parenting classes at the local high school and aims to reach first-time expectant parents. Her goal is to provide parents with information about what to expect of a new baby and basic care for the infant. She realizes that continuity with education may be an issue. Many of her previous classes began with high attendance at the beginning of her 12-week sessions. Over time, interest began to fade, and participation declined. She tries a different approach with the current series of lectures. She reduces the session to 6 weeks and changes the format to one hour of lecture combined with questions and answers, with the second hour consisting of interactive demonstr

For this Discussion, your instructor will assign you a case number.

	Case 3
Cases	A.V. is a nurse practitioner working with the public health department. Community assessments reveal that one rural community has a high rate of teenage pregnancy. A.V. conducts parenting classes at the local high school and aims to reach first-time expectant parents. Her goal is to provide parents with information about what to expect of a new baby and basic care for the infant. She realizes that continuity with education may be an issue. Many of her previous classes began with high attendance at the beginning of her 12-week sessions. Over time, interest began to fade, and participation declined. She tries a different approach with the current series of lectures. She reduces the session to 6 weeks and changes the format to one hour of lecture combined with questions and answers, with the second hour consisting of interactive demonstration.
Questions for the case	What recommendations would you give to a group of expectant teenagers that are attending to your Health Promotion and Disease Prevention educational sessions regarding breastfeeding. Include recommendation in how to increase the duration to this activity.

Once you received your case number; answer the specific question on the table above. Then, continue to discuss the 2 topics listed below for your case:

1. Describe the relationship between culture and growth and development. Assess whether all growth and development milestones should be applied to all children regardless of cultural background.

Prenatal & Infant Health Promotion

2. Design a teaching plan for parents regarding injury prevention during infancy. In your teaching plan you must include the home of an infant injury proof.

Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources within the last 5 years. Your initial post is worth 8 points.

Prenatal & Infant Health Promotion

What breastfeeding recommendations should be given to expectant teenagers, and how can the duration of breastfeeding be increased?,
How does culture influence growth and development?,
Should developmental milestones apply universally across cultures?,
What should a parent teaching plan on injury prevention during infancy include?,
How can parents make their home safe for infants?

July 23, 2025

Stroke Education – Miami

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Stroke Education – Miami

Create a Power Point

Teaching Project Presentation- My topic has been about stroke (community is Miami, FL)

1. Title of the project.

2. Introduction (what is essential to learn about this issue). You may present statistics such as mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence).

3. Findings of your assessment: why do you believe the topic is essential for the audience? Please indicate the learning objectives. After the presentation, the participant will:

4. Include barriers and assets for your specific population. What can you teach to empower the population to take a proactive stand for wellness?

5. The presentation should be age, cultural, and health literacy-appropriate.

6. The health teaching presentation should provide accurate, evidence-based information to the participant.

7. The teaching presentation should have examples of outcomes, what happens if I change…., if I don’t.

8. The presentation should have examples of how to do the intended behavior.

8. The presentation should have time for participants to ask questions and make comments.

9. The presentation should have a section that evaluates the audience’s attainment of the education objectives.

Stroke Education – Miami

What is the title and purpose of the project?,
Why is stroke education essential in this community, and what are the learning objectives?,
What barriers and strengths exist in the Miami population regarding stroke prevention?,
What evidence-based content, outcomes, and behavior examples are included?,
How will participant understanding and engagement be assessed?

🔹 Comprehensive General Answer:

Below is a slide-by-slide outline for your PowerPoint Teaching Project Presentation on Stroke Awareness and Prevention in Miami, FL. You can build this in PowerPoint or Google Slides using this layout:

✅ Slide 1: Title Slide

Project Title: Stroke Awareness & Prevention in Miami
Your Name & Credentials
Date
Affiliation (if applicable)

✅ Slide 2: Introduction

What is a stroke?
- A sudden interruption of blood supply to the brain.
Why it matters:
- Leading cause of death and long-term disability.
Key Statistics:
- 795,000 strokes per year in the U.S. (CDC, 2024)
- Florida: High stroke mortality and risk factors (obesity, diabetes, hypertension)
- Miami-Dade: Disparities among Black and Hispanic populations

✅ Slide 3: Community Relevance & Learning Objectives

Why it’s essential in Miami:
- Diverse, aging population with health disparities
- High rates of stroke risk factors
- Limited preventive care access in some communities
Learning Objectives:
After the presentation, participants will:
- Recognize stroke warning signs using F.A.S.T.
- Identify modifiable stroke risk factors
- Understand when and how to seek emergency care
- Apply lifestyle changes to reduce risk

✅ Slide 4: Barriers in the Miami Community

Barriers:
- Language/cultural differences (Spanish, Creole)
- Low health literacy in underserved areas
- Distrust in medical systems
- Financial/insurance limitations
Assets:
- Multilingual community health workers
- Active local churches and cultural groups
- Mobile health units and health fairs

Stroke Education – Miami✅ Slide 5: Empowerment Through Education

Teach importance of knowing:
- F.A.S.T. stroke signs
- Regular blood pressure/sugar checks
- Healthy eating and activity habits
Community examples:
- Free BP screenings at local centers
- Walking groups in parks
- Bilingual nutrition workshops

✅ Slide 6: Health Literacy & Cultural Fit

Approach tailored to Miami:
- Simple, visual materials (8th grade level)
- Translations into Spanish/Haitian Creole
- Respect for cultural dietary patterns
- Stories or testimonials from local stroke survivors

✅ Slide 7: Evidence-Based Information

Data-based prevention tips:
- 80% of strokes are preventable (AHA, 2023)
- Controlling BP cuts stroke risk by 40%
- Diabetes doubles stroke risk—monitoring is vital
- tPA treatment must be administered within 3–4.5 hours

July 23, 2025

Family Health Assessment Overview

By Academic Wizard Blog

Family Health Assessment Overview

Family Health Assessment OverviewDescribe the family structure. Include individuals and any relevant attributes defining the family composition, race/ethnicity, social class, spirituality, and environment.
Summarize the overall health behaviors of the family. Describe the current health of the family.
Based on your findings, describe at least two of the functional health pattern strengths noted in the findings.
Discuss three areas in which health problems or barriers to health were identified?
Your assignment must include an eco-map and a genogram – as shown in the required textbook.

Family Health Assessment Overview

What is the family structure including composition race/ethnicity social class spirituality and environment?,
What are the family’s overall health behaviors?,
What is the current health status of the family?,
What are two functional health pattern strengths?,
What are three health problems or barriers identified?

🔹 Comprehensive General Response:

Family Structure

The family assessed consists of five members: two parents (mother and father in their mid-40s), two children (ages 17 and 10), and a paternal grandmother (age 71). They identify as African American and live in an urban neighborhood with moderate socioeconomic status. The father works full-time as a bus operator, while the mother is a part-time teacher’s aide pursuing an associate degree. The family practices Christianity and regularly attends church, which plays a central role in their social support network. They reside in a rented duplex in a community with moderate access to healthcare services, public transportation, and grocery stores.

Overall Health Behaviors

The family demonstrates moderate health awareness. Meals are prepared at home and are generally balanced, although fast food is often consumed due to the parents’ work schedules. The children participate in physical activity through school programs, while the adults report limited exercise. The family avoids smoking and excessive alcohol use, though the grandmother occasionally uses herbal remedies not always disclosed to providers. Preventive care is pursued inconsistently—children receive annual checkups, while the parents seek care primarily for acute issues.

Current Health of the Family

The overall health of the family is stable but with areas of concern. The father has controlled hypertension, while the grandmother has type 2 diabetes and early signs of osteoarthritis. The mother reports chronic stress and fatigue. The children are healthy, with occasional allergies and mild asthma in the younger child. Mental health is not openly discussed, although stress and anxiety are evident in the mother and older child, especially related to school and financial pressures.

Functional Health Pattern Strengths

Strong Family Support System: Emotional support among members is evident. The family often gathers for meals and church, promoting cohesion and mutual care.
Health-Conscious Parenting: Despite time constraints, the parents emphasize medical appointments and health education for the children, including teaching about nutrition and hygiene.

Health Problems or Barriers Identified

Limited Access to Preventive Care: Adults tend to delay routine checkups due to work hours and perceived lack of time, leading to reactive rather than proactive health management.
Nutritional Challenges: Due to busy schedules, fast food is a convenient option, impacting the father’s hypertension and the grandmother’s diabetes management.
Mental Health Stigma: Emotional well-being is not openly addressed. Stress symptoms are present but unacknowledged, especially in the mother and teenage child, who may benefit from counseling or support services.

🔹 Eco-Map and Genogram

You are required to submit a visual eco-map and genogram for this assignment.

Since I can’t draw them for you directly in this chat, here’s how you can create them manually or with online tools:

✅ Eco-Map Instructions:

Place the family unit (circle labeled “family”) at the center.
Draw lines to outside systems (e.g., school, church, work, healthcare, community centers).
Use:
- Solid lines for strong positive relationships.
- Dotted lines for weak/tenuous relationships.
- Jagged lines for stressful/conflicted relationships.

✅ Genogram Instructions:

Chart at least three generations if possible.
Use standard symbols:
- Square = male
- Circle = female
- Horizontal line between = marriage
- Vertical line = children
- X through a symbol = deceased
Include health history (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma).

Tools to Use:

Lucidchart or Canva (search for “genogram” or “eco-map” templates).
Microsoft Word/PowerPoint with SmartArt.
Hand-drawn on paper and scanned/uploaded.

Family Health Assessment Overview

July 23, 2025

Principles of Person-Centered Care

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Principles of Person-Centered Care

Answer all questions/criteria with explanations and detail:

Define what person-centered care means to you.
Describe how you will apply the following principles in your future role as an advanced practice nurse.
- holistic nursing
- cultural humility
- self-reflection

Communicate using respectful, collegial language and terminology appropriate to advanced nursing practice. Communicate with minimal errors in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and punctuation.

What does person-centered care mean to you?,
How will you apply holistic nursing as an advanced practice nurse?,
How will you apply cultural humility in your future role?,
How will you apply self-reflection in advanced nursing practice?,
How will you ensure respectful, professional communication in your role?

Principles of Person-Centered Care

🔹 Comprehensive General Response:

Definition of Person-Centered Care

To me, person-centered care is a philosophy that places the individual receiving care at the heart of every healthcare interaction. It acknowledges the patient as a unique, whole person with preferences, values, beliefs, and lived experiences that must guide clinical decisions. Person-centered care moves beyond treating symptoms to establishing meaningful, respectful relationships between providers and patients. It ensures patients are active participants in their care and emphasizes dignity, compassion, collaboration, and individual empowerment.

Applying Holistic Nursing

In my future role as an advanced practice nurse (APN), I will integrate holistic nursing by addressing the physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, and social dimensions of health. This means not only managing disease but also considering factors such as stress, nutrition, environment, and personal values. For example, when caring for a patient with chronic pain, I may combine pharmacological treatment with mindfulness techniques, lifestyle education, and emotional support. Holistic nursing fosters a deeper understanding of each patient and promotes healing that aligns with their personal goals and cultural context.

Applying Cultural Humility

Cultural humility will be central to my practice. It requires a lifelong commitment to self-evaluation and critique, recognizing and addressing power imbalances, and advocating for institutional accountability. I will practice cultural humility by listening actively, being open to learning from patients about their cultural backgrounds, and avoiding assumptions. For instance, when working with a patient from a culture that emphasizes family decision-making, I will adapt care plans to involve family members appropriately, ensuring that cultural values are respected. This approach promotes trust, equity, and improved outcomes.

Using Self-Reflection

Self-reflection is a critical tool in professional growth and ethical practice. As an APN, I will engage in regular self-reflection to assess my biases, emotional responses, decision-m

Principles of Person-Centered Care

July 23, 2025

Nursing Philosophy & DNP Role

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Nursing Philosophy & DNP Role

explanation of your philosophy of nursing practice. Include your nursing experience and expertise. Kindly explain the underlying tenets that support your philosophy of nursing practice and your goals for expanding your experience and practice as a DNP (e.g., embracing diversity, global health issues, and collaboration). Include how these dynamics are linked to the DNP’s role as a social change agent. Include a recommendation for at least one way to advocate for positive social change as a Walden DNP. Be specific and provide examples, with all citations in APA 7 style. This work must be well supported with professional references from the course and peer-reviewed journals. Outside articles are to be published no earlier than 2019. Your main post needs to be submitted by Wednesday

Nursing Philosophy & DNP Role

What is your personal philosophy of nursing practice?,
How do your nursing experience and expertise influence your philosophy?,
What tenets support your nursing philosophy and future DNP goals?,
How is the DNP’s role tied to promoting social change?,
What is one specific way a Walden DNP can advocate for social change?

🔹 Comprehensive General Response:

Philosophy of Nursing Practice

My nursing philosophy is rooted in compassionate care, patient advocacy, lifelong learning, and evidence-based practice. I view nursing as both a science and an art, where holistic, culturally competent care is essential to promoting healing and wellness. This philosophy is grounded in the ethical duty to respect human dignity and foster patient autonomy, safety, and wellbeing in all settings.

Nursing Experience and Expertise

With years of hands-on experience in acute care and community health, I have cultivated a clinical expertise in managing diverse patient populations, particularly those in underserved areas. My time in leadership and interdisciplinary team settings has deepened my appreciation for collaboration, critical thinking, and empathy as vital tools for effective nursing practice. These experiences have shaped my philosophy into one that values equity, education, and clinical excellence.

Tenets Supporting My Philosophy & DNP Goals

Several foundational tenets guide my philosophy:

Holistic Care: Treating the patient as a whole—physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually.
Lifelong Learning: Continuously updating clinical knowledge and embracing innovations in healthcare.
Cultural Competency & Diversity: Respecting and integrating patients’ cultural beliefs in care decisions.
Ethical Practice: Upholding professional standards and moral responsibility.
Collaboration: Working effectively across disciplines to ensure quality outcomes.

As I pursue my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), my goals include expanding my understanding of global health issues, developing leadership skills in health policy, and increasing advocacy efforts for vulnerable populations. Embracing diversity and global perspectives will enhance my capacity to address health disparities locally and internationally.

DNP as a Social Change Agent

The DNP-prepared nurse is uniquely positioned to drive systemic transformation. Through evidence-based policy advocacy, health education, and leadership in clinical innovation, DNPs serve as catalysts for positive social change. They champion initiatives that reduce health inequities, empower communities, and enhance the quality of care (Zaccagnini & Pechacek, 2021).

For example, a DNP may lead an initiative to improve maternal health outcomes among minority populations by designing culturally tailored prenatal programs. This exemplifies the DNP’s role in advancing equity through both practice and policy.

Advocating for Social Change as a Walden DNP

One specific way to advocate for positive social change as a Walden DNP is by engaging in community-based participatory research (CBPR). For instance, collaborating with local organizations to identify barriers to mental health access in rural areas allows the DNP to develop interventions that are not only evidence-based but also community-approved. This aligns with Walden University’s mission of social change and promotes sustainable health improvements.

Conclusion

My nursing philosophy is grounded in compassion, ethics, and evidence-based care, enriched by diverse clinical experiences. As a future DNP, I am committed to becoming a transformative leader who embraces diversity, global health, and social justice. Through scholarship and advocacy, DNPs can shape the future of healthcare and create lasting social change.

Nursing Philosophy & DNP Role

🔹 References (APA 7 style)

Zaccagnini, M. E., & Pechacek, J. M. (2021). The doctor of nursing practice essentials: A new model for advanced practice nursing (4th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Turale, S., Meechamnan, C., & Kunaviktikul, W. (2020). Challenging times: Ethics, nursing and the COVID‐19 pandemic. International Nursing Review, 67(2), 164–167. https://doi.org/10.1111/inr.12598

Phillips, J. M., & Malone, B. (2020). Increasing racial/ethnic diversity in nursing to reduce health disparities and achieve health equity. Public Health Reports, 135(1_suppl), 74S–81S.

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