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Holistic Assessment Part 1 Instructions and Rubric

Holistic Nursing Assessment

Objectives:

1. Explain the concept and importance of holistic nursing assessment.

2. Identify the components of a holistic nursing assessment.

3. Apply skills in conducting a holistic nursing assessment.

Part 1: See calendar for due date.

Instructions:

Complete the following tasks. The first part of this assignment will prepare you for part two where you will conduct a holistic assessment.

A.
Reading Assignment: Read the following article (you will need to log into the MSU library to gain access):

a. Indridadottir, O., & Nisco-Madden, J. (2024). Holistic Physical Assessment: A New Framework for Nursing Practice Honoring the Whole Person.
Journal of Holistic Nursing, 8980101241261261–8980101241261261.

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B.
Reflective Writing:

Write a reflective essay (500-700 words/2 to 3 pages in APA format not including title page and references) addressing the following points:

· Define holistic nursing assessment in your own words.

· Discuss the significance of incorporating a holistic approach in nursing practice.

· Reflect on a personal or clinical experience where a holistic assessment could have improved patient outcomes. If you do not have clinical experience, imagine a scenario where holistic assessment is crucial.

· Identify any challenges you anticipate in applying holistic assessments in your practice and suggest possible solutions.

Grading Rubric (total points possible: 30):

Understanding of Holistic Nursing Assessment Principles (14 points)

Criteria

Excellent

Satisfactory

Needs Improvement

Comprehension of Holistic Nursing Assessment

Demonstrates a thorough and nuanced understanding of holistic nursing assessment principles; clearly defines and explains key concepts.

Shows a basic or superficial understanding of holistic nursing assessment principles; some concepts are defined but may lack depth.

Lacks understanding of holistic nursing assessment principles; definitions and explanations are unclear, incorrect or incomplete.

Depth of Reflection and Personal Insight (14 points)

Criteria

Excellent

Satisfactory

Needs Improvement

Reflective Essay

Provides deep, thoughtful reflection with personal insights; clearly connects personal or clinical experiences to holistic nursing assessment; identifies challenges and solutions effectively.

Provides basic reflection with some personal insights; connections to personal or clinical experiences are weak; identifies some challenges or solutions.

Provides minimal or no reflection; lacks connection to personal or clinical experiences; fails to identify challenges or solutions.

Clarity, Coherence, and Proper Formatting of Written Work (2 points)

Criteria

Excellent

Satisfactory

Needs Improvement

Writing Quality

APA Formatting

Writing is clear, coherent, and well-organized; no grammatical or spelling errors.

Consistently uses APA formatting accurately throughout the document.

Writing is somewhat clear but lacks organization; several grammatical or spelling errors.

Uses APA formatting but with several errors.

Writing is unclear and disorganized; numerous grammatical or spelling errors.

Fails to use APA formatting or has numerous errors.

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