The purpose of this discussion is to reflect on your own readiness to practice as a DNP-
prepared nurse, to consider what you learned in this course and how this knowledge will
impact your practice.
Reflective inquiry allows for the expansion of self-awareness, identification of knowledge
gaps, and assessment of learning goals. As you reflect on your own readiness for practice
as a DNP-prepared nurse, it is important to consider what you learned in this course.
As you review the course outcomes and your experience in this course, address the
following:
1. Analyze and evaluate how your thinking was challenged in this course as related to
translation science models and theories and searching the literature for current
research about the National Practice Problems.
2. Considering this new knowledge, examine how this learning prepares you to
practice as a DNP-prepared nurse. Reflect on the last few things you’ve
completed the past couple of weeks.
Address all bullet points in the weekly discussion accurately and thoroughly with a
substantive, in-depth discussion. Incorporate three (3) diMerent sources. should include at
least one peer-reviewed, scholarly source of evidence. A scholarly source is (a) evidence-
based, (b) peer-reviewed, and (c) published in the last five (5) years.
Professionalism in Communication
a. References are consistent with APA style/formatting with no error patterns; the hanging
indent is not required.
b. Presents information in an organized manner.
c. Uses clear and concise language.
d. Communicates with no error patterns in English grammar, spelling, syntax, and
punctuation.
Writing Requirements (APA style/formatting)
· In-text citations
· Reference list in correct APA style/formatting
· Standard English usage and mechanics
· Refer to Chamberlain Guidelines for Writing Professional Papers-Graduate in Resource
section of the course
· A scholarly source is (a) evidence-based, (b) peer-reviewed, and (c) published in the last
five (5) years.
· Response post(s) may require a scholarly citation and reference.