Empirical research articles document a study that is either quantitative, qualitative or a mixed methods research design.

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Empirical research articles document a study that is either quantitative, qualitative or a mixed methods research design. When authors write an empirical research article they typically follow a format that looks like this: Introduction/Background, Literature Review, Methodology, Findings, and Discussion. The authors recount literature on their specific research topic and describe in a systematic manner how the data was collected and then analyzed in order to answer the research question(s). Once the data is analyzed, they present the findings. Finally, they interpret the findings using past literature to help understand the findings.

What we broadly describe as a “quantitative study” includes numerical summaries that involve descriptive statistics (averages, standard deviations), correlations, and inferential statistics (such as T-tests, Chi Squares and other kinds of analyses). These kinds of studies can include certain elements such as per- and post-tests or survey results looking at correlations between variables.

Qualitative articles, on the other hand, use interviews, focus groups, observations, and written answers to questions. Rather than using statistics to summarize the study, these studies look at themes and present the material using words, phrases and often paragraphs to illustrate what they are representing.

To prepare for this assignment, review Week 1’s readings and resources on how to locate an empirical research article using the library’s databases.

For this Assignment,

  • Locate an empirical research article that is either a quantitative or qualitative study from a peer reviewed social work journal for the final assignment. Download the PDF copy of the article.
    • Do not select an empirical research article that describes a mixed methods study. The reason is a mixed method study involves both a quantitative and qualitative component. You would have to do two reviews – one for the quantitative component and one for the qualitative component — for the final assignment.
  • Attach the PDF of thearticle to the assignment link.Your instructor will review the article to make sure it is an empirical research article and will evaluate itfor approval for use in your final assignment due in Week 10.

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Nursing impact in maternal and infant mortality/morbidity rates in, the United States.

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Nursing impact in maternal and infant mortality/morbidity rates in, the United States.

1. In 200 works research both maternal and infant mortality/morbidity rates in, the United States, and globally. Discuss these rates and the circumstances surrounding maternity and infant mortality/morbidity rate.

2. In 200 words how does the determinants of health impact infant maternal and infant mortality/morbidity rates in, the United States,

a. genetics

b. behavior

c. environmental

d. physical influences, medical care

e. social factors.

3. In 200 words explain why are mortality/morbidity rates higher in some areas, or among certain groups?

4. In 200 explain how does socioeconomic status play a role in maternal and infant mortality/morbidity rates?

5. In 300 words and using the nursing role and explanation listed below, state what role can nurse’s play in the community to ensure the safety and health of both mothers and their newborns? Provide example of how the nurse would aid in these roles.

A. Nurse Caregiver- help patients maintain and regain health, manage disease & symptoms, & attain a maximal level function & independence through the healing process. As a caregiver, you help the patient & family set goals & assist them with meeting these goals with minimal financial cost, time, & energy. ( gives baths, food, meds)

B. Nurse Communicator- allows you to know your patients, including their strengths & weaknesses, & their needs. Communication is essential for all nursing roles & activities. The quality of communication is a critical factor in meeting the needs of individuals, families, & communities (talking to family member/doctor/patient)

D. Nurse Teacher/educator- explain concepts & facts about health, describe the reason for routine care activities, demonstrate procedures such as self-care activities, reinforce learning or patient behavior, & evaluate the patient’s progress in learning. (teach what to expect/look for)

F. Nurse Counselor- use therapeutic communications, assists patient to make decisions & makes referrals

6. Use at least 3 references in this assignment.

The case studies below provide you with an opportunity to critically analyze events that are taking place in real-life businesses. This helps to develop your critical thinking and research skills as you research each of these scenarios.

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Instructions

The case studies below provide you with an opportunity to critically analyze events that are taking place in real-life businesses. This helps to develop your critical thinking and research skills as you research each of these scenarios.

For this assignment, you will review four case studies, one from Chapter 9, one from Chapter 10, one from Chapter 11, and one from Chapter 12. Then, you will evaluate the studies and respond to each of the questions below, using both critical thinking and theory as well as supporting documentation.

In Chapter 9, read the case study ”Soma Bay Prospers with ERP in the Cloud” on pages 345–346 of the textbook. Then, address the prompts below.

  • Describe the problem that Soma Bay encountered in this case study.
  • Why was an enterprise resource planning (ERP) system needed to solve the problem?
  • What are some challenges that this ERP system poses?
  • Will this ERP system help the company achieve operational excellence? Why, or why not?

In Chapter 10, read the case study “A Nasty Ending for Nasty Gal” on pages 414–416 of the textbook. Then, answer the questions below.

  • Was it a good idea to use social media as a marketing and social tool for Nasty Gal? Why, or why not?
  • What were the management, organization, and technological issues that contributed to the failure of Nasty Gal?
  • If you were hired as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of Nasty Gal, what would you have done differently to keep the company from filing for bankruptcy?

In Chapter 11, read the case study “Can Cars Drive Themselves–And Should They?” on pages 453–455 of the textbook. Then, address the prompts below.

  • Discuss some benefits and disadvantages of automated automobiles. Be sure to include a discussion of ethical and social issues presented by automated automobiles.
  • If you were the CEO of a major auto manufacturer, would you invest resources in the development and marketing of automated automobiles? Why, or why not?

In Chapter 12, read the case study “Anthem Benefits from More Business Intelligence” on pages 480-481 of the textbook. Then, address the prompts below.

  • Discuss the problem with the old human resources (HR) system at Anthem.
  • Describe the new People Data Central (PDC) portal adopted by Anthem. What does it do, and how does it improve data analytics capabilities at Anthem?
  • How will the new PDC portal help the HR department make better decisions?

When formatting your case analysis, do not use the question-and-answer format; instead, use an essay format with subheadings. Your APA-formatted case study must be at least four pages in length (not counting the title and reference pages). You are required to use a minimum of three peer-reviewed, academic sources that are no more than 5 years old (one may be your textbook). All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; all paraphrased material must have accompanying in-text citations.

Resources

Siddhartha Research Paper Writing Assignment

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Siddhartha Research Paper Writing Assignment

This Writing Assignment will focus on Writing about Literature

Write a Research Paper about the quest for meaning, peace, love, fulfilment, wellbeing, comfort, friendship, safety, understanding, and enlightenment in Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha. Feel free to focus this topic as best makes sense to you.

Your essay should be approximately 2500 – 3000 words in length and adhere to the Modern Language Association (MLA) essay format. Use 12 point Times New Roman typeface throughout. See The Bedford Researcher for information on MLA essay format and requirements. Use the MLA practice template (see MLA Resources in Blackboard) to help you format your sources on your essay’s Works Cited page. MLA’s own website (see Blackboard link) also has guidance on working with the MLA practice template and on adhering to MLA style. So does the OWL at Perdue (again, see the Blackboard link). Incorporate into your essay at least five items borrowed from at least three secondary sources and then document your sources according to MLA requirements. This means that your paper will have at least five parenthetical in‑text citations as well as a concluding page titled “Works Cited” where the required bibliographic information about your sources is presented in the format MLA wants. Examples of appropriate secondary sources to borrow from include magazines, journals, newspapers, databases (the MDC Library offers you free access to lots of databases), books, films, government publications, and encyclopedias. Again, avoid open sources like Wikipedia. Submit your essay to the appropriate drop box in Blackboard. As always, follow the conventions of standard edited American English. Please be your own editor and proofreader!