Purpose
The purpose of this assignment is to assess one current health policy pertaining to a health risk or disparity. Alignment of the health policy with national population health initiatives will be appraised. Students will develop one recommendation to reduce health risk or disparity and to promote health outcomes. Finally, opportunities to enhance population health through interprofessional collaborative practice will be examined.
Course Learning Outcomes
Through this assignment, the student will address the following course learning outcomes.
- CO 2: Examine health initiatives and regulations used to promote population and global health. (PO 5)
- CO 4: Describe nursing’s role in promoting the health of local and global populations. (POs 3, 4)
- CO 5: Explore legal and ethical considerations in population health practice. (PO 4)
Total Points Possible: 200 Points
Assignment Overview
Select one health policy that addresses a population health risk or disparity. Policies to consider may be at the unit, organizational, community, local, or state level.
Determine the purpose and intended impact of the policy. Assess the congruence of the policy with current national population health goals and objectives (such as the Healthy People initiative, or another national initiative). Based upon your analysis, consider recommendations to further address the health risk or disparity, as well as interprofessional opportunities to enhance health outcomes.
In a 10-14 slide PowerPoint presentation, address the elements listed below. Include a minimum of four scholarly sources, current within 5 years, to support your work. See the rubric for specific, required content criteria within each section of the presentation.
- Provide an introduction to the presentation.
- Describe one health policy that relates to an identified health risk or disparity. Summarize the intended impact of the policy on the risk or disparity and discuss ethical implications regarding the policy.
- Examine the policy within the context of a national population health initiative and determine the degree to which the policy is congruent with that national population health goal and/or objective. Explain your findings.
- Propose one strategy to further address the health risk or disparity and discuss opportunities for interprofessional collaborative practice related to your recommendation.
- Provide a conclusion to the presentation.
Assignment Instructions
- Abide by the Chamberlain College of Nursing Academic Integrity Policy.
- Use Microsoft PowerPoint to create the presentation.
- Each slide (excluding title and reference slides) must include detailed speaker notes.
- The purpose of the speaker notes is to expand upon the idea and document facts and information about the bulleted information points on the slide.
- Formal, scholarly writing style with complete sentence and paragraph structure should be used to create the speaker notes.
- Scholarly literature support should be integrated within the speaker notes.
- Speaker notes assure that all assignment expectations and key points are covered.
- Within the speaker notes, the rules of grammar, spelling, word usage, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure are followed and consistent with formal, scholarly writing as noted in the most current edition of the APA Manual.
- First person should not be used for this scholarly assignment.
- Citation and referencing of sources must be congruent with guidelines noted in the most current edition of the APA Manual.
- Slides are professional in appearance with visually balanced text, font is appropriate for audience reading, bulleted points are succinct, and there is visually appealing contrast between the background and font utilized. Correct spelling and appropriate use of graphics/images are evident.
- Sources older than 5 years may not be used without the permission of the class instructor.
- Please note: If you do not receive a proficient rating in any major content category, you can resubmit your assignment with revisions in those content categories to receive a better grade. You have one additional opportunity to revise after the initial submission in order to make improvements. The initial submission must be a complete paper; rough drafts will not be graded. (You cannot revise your graduate-level writing style for a higher grade in that category.).
Assignment Criteria
| Assessment Criteria | Points | % | Description |
| Introduction | 20 | 10% | This section includes the following. General statements regarding the role of health policy to influence population healthDiscussion regarding the importance of health policy to address the identified health risk or disparity Identification of the sections of the presentationSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented |
| Health Policy Analysis | 40 | 20% | This section includes the following. Identification and description of a health policyDescription of the intended impact of the policy on health risk or disparityDiscussion of ethical implications regarding the policySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented |
| Alignment with National Population Health Initiative | 30 | 15% | This section includes the following. Congruence of the policy with a national population health initiative (such as Healthy People or another initiative) Explain your appraisal regarding the level of congruence that is notedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented |
| Recommendation for Enhancement | 50 | 25% | This section includes the following. Recommendation of one strategy to further address the health risk or disparityExplanation of how the strategy would be implementedDiscussion regarding opportunities for interprofessional collaborative practice related to the recommended strategySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented |
| Conclusion | 20 | 10% | This section includes the following. Concluding statements regarding the impact of health policy on population healthSuccinct summary of policy analysis and recommendation proposedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this section |
| College senior-level Writing Style | 20 | 10% | Graduate-level writing style is included, evidenced by integrating the following standards. Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure within the speaker notesCorrect use of spelling and word usage on the slidesClarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas and information on speaker notes and slidesAlignment between information on slides and speaker notesAPA format (most current edition) for citing and referencing sourcesCongruence with APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)No direct quotes are used within the assignmentFirst person is not used within the presentation slides or speaker notes |
| College Senior level Presentation Style | 20 | 10% | Professional presentation is created, evidenced by the following. Slide design includes visually balanced textSlide design provides contrast of color between background and font usedSuccinct, key points are presented on the slidesNo lengthy narratives are included on the slidesFont size appropriate for audience viewing (sized 18 or larger)Use of graphics and/or images is professional and appropriate for the topic |
| Quality of Literature Support | It is an expectation that a minimum of four scholarly sources, current within 5 years, are integrated within the assignment. If the above expectation is not met, 4 points shall be deducted. | ||
| Assignment Length Criteria | It is an expectation that the assignment is a minimum of 10 slides and a maximum of 14 slides in length (not including the title or reference slides). If the above expectation is not met, 4 points shall be deducted. | ||
| Total | 200 | 100% | A quality assignment will meet or exceed the above requirements. |
Grading Rubric
| Assessment Criteria | Distinguished (100%) | Exceeds (92%) | Proficient (84%) | Needs Improvement (0%) | |
| Introduction | 20 Points | 18 Points | 16 Points | 0 Points | |
| Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner: General statements regarding the role of health policy to influence population healthDiscussion regarding the importance of health policy to address the identified health risk or disparity Identification of the sections of the presentationSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial: General statements regarding the role of health policy to influence population healthDiscussion regarding the importance of health policy to address the identified health risk or disparity Identification of the sections of the presentationSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas: General statements regarding the role of health policy to influence population healthDiscussion regarding the importance of health policy to address the identified health risk or disparity Identification of the sections of the presentationSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas: General statements regarding the role of health policy to influence population healthDiscussion regarding the importance of health policy to address the identified health risk or disparity Identification of the sections of the presentationSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | ||
| Health Policy Analysis | 40 Points | 36 Points | 33 Points | 0 Points | |
| Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner: Identification and description of a health policyDescription of the intended impact of the policy on health risk or disparityDiscussion of ethical implications regarding the policySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial: Identification and description of a health policyDescription of the intended impact of the policy on health risk or disparityDiscussion of ethical implications regarding the policySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas: Identification and description of a health policyDescription of the intended impact of the policy on health risk or disparityDiscussion of ethical implications regarding the policySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas: Identification and description of a health policyDescription of the intended impact of the policy on health risk or disparityDiscussion of ethical implications regarding the policySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | ||
| Alignment with National Population Health Initiative | 30 Points | 27 Points | 25 Points | 0 Points | |
| Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner: Congruence of the policy with a national population health initiative (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) Explain your appraisal regarding the level of congruence that is notedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial: Congruence of the policy with a national population health initiative (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) Explain your appraisal regarding the level of congruence that is notedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas: Congruence of the policy with a national population health initiative (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) Explain your appraisal regarding the level of congruence that is notedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas: Congruence of the policy with a national population health initiative (such as Healthy People or another national initiative) Explain your appraisal regarding the level of congruence that is notedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | ||
| Recommendation for Enhancement | 50 Points | 46 Points | 42 Points | 0 Points | |
| Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner: Recommendation of one strategy to further address the health risk or disparityExplanation of how the strategy would be implementedDiscussion regarding opportunities for interprofessional collaborative practice related to the recommended strategySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial: Recommendation of one strategy to further address the health risk or disparityExplanation of how the strategy would be implementedDiscussion regarding opportunities for interprofessional collaborative practice related to the recommended strategySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas: Recommendation of one strategy to further address the health risk or disparityExplanation of how the strategy would be implementedDiscussion regarding opportunities for interprofessional collaborative practice related to the recommended strategySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas: Recommendation of one strategy to further address the health risk or disparityExplanation of how the strategy would be implementedDiscussion regarding opportunities for interprofessional collaborative practice related to the recommended strategySpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this sectionSufficient integration of scholarly literature to support information presented | ||
| Conclusion | 20 Points | 18 Points | 16 Points | 0 Points | |
| Distinguished presentation of information evidenced by all of the following content areas covered in a comprehensive and concise manner: Concluding statements regarding the impact of health policy on population healthSuccinct summary of policy analysis and recommendation proposedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this section | Presentation of information exceeds expectations evidenced by most content covered in a comprehensive and concise manner, but with one area where coverage is superficial: Concluding statements regarding the impact of health policy on population healthSuccinct summary of policy analysis and recommendation proposedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this section | Proficient presentation of information evidenced by content covered in a limited or superficial manner in two or more of the content areas: Concluding statements regarding the impact of health policy on population healthSuccinct summary of policy analysis and recommendation proposedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this section | Presentation of information needs improvement as evidenced by content that is missing or unsatisfactory in one or more of the content areas: Concluding statements regarding the impact of health policy on population healthSuccinct summary of policy analysis and recommendation proposedSpeaker notes are included for the slide(s) in this section | ||
| Graduate-level Writing Style | 20 Points | 18 Points | 16 Points | 0 Points | |
| Distinguished graduate-level writing style is evidenced by meeting all of the following criteria with 0-1 errors total: Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure within the speaker notesCorrect use of spelling and word usage on the slidesClarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas and information on speaker notes and slidesAlignment between information on slides and speaker notesAPA format (most current edition) for citing and referencing sourcesCongruence with APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)No direct quotes are used within the assignmentFirst person is not used within the presentation slides or speaker notes | Graduate-level writing style exceeds expectations as evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 2-3 errors total: Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure within the speaker notesCorrect use of spelling and word usage on the slidesClarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas and information on speaker notes and slidesAlignment between information on slides and speaker notesAPA format (most current edition) for citing and referencing sourcesCongruence with APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)No direct quotes are used within the assignmentFirst person is not used within the presentation slides or speaker notes | Proficient graduate-level writing style is evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 4-5 errors total: Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure within the speaker notesCorrect use of spelling and word usage on the slidesClarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas and information on speaker notes and slidesAlignment between information on slides and speaker notesAPA format (most current edition) for citing and referencing sourcesCongruence with APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)No direct quotes are used within the assignmentFirst person is not used within the presentation slides or speaker notes | Graduate-level writing style needs improvement as evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 6 or more errors total: Correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, sentence and paragraph structure within the speaker notesCorrect use of spelling and word usage on the slidesClarity, organization, and logical flow of ideas and information on speaker notes and slidesAlignment between information on slides and speaker notesAPA format (most current edition) for citing and referencing sourcesCongruence with APA mechanics of style (abbreviations, capitalization, italics, numbers)No direct quotes are used within the assignmentFirst person is not used within the presentation slides or speaker notes | ||
| Graduate-level Presentation Style | 20 Points | 18 Points | 16 Points | 0 Points | |
| Distinguished graduate-level presentation style is evidenced by meeting all of the following criteria with 0-1 errors total: Slide design includes visually balanced textSlide design provides contrast of color between background and font usedSuccinct, key points are presented on the slidesNo lengthy narratives are included on the slidesFont size appropriate for audience viewing (sized 18 or larger)Use of graphics and/or images is professional and appropriate for the topic | Graduate-level presentation style exceeds expectations as evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 2-3 errors total: Slide design includes visually balanced textSlide design provides contrast of color between background and font usedSuccinct, key points are presented on the slidesNo lengthy narratives are included on the slidesFont size appropriate for audience viewing (sized 18 or larger)Use of graphics and/or images is professional and appropriate for the topic | Proficient graduate-level presentation style is evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 4 errors total: Slide design includes visually balanced textSlide design provides contrast of color between background and font usedSuccinct, key points are presented on the slidesNo lengthy narratives are included on the slidesFont size appropriate for audience viewing (sized 18 or larger)Use of graphics and/or images is professional and appropriate for the topic | Graduate-level presentation style needs improvement as evidenced by meeting the following criteria with 5 or more errors total: Slide design includes visually balanced textSlide design provides contrast of color between background and font usedSuccinct, key points are presented on the slidesNo lengthy narratives are included on the slidesFont size appropriate for audience viewing (sized 18 or larger)Use of graphics and/or images is professional and appropriate for the topic | ||
| Quality of Literature Support | 0 Points Deducted | 4 Points Deducted | |||
| A minimum of four peer-reviewed scholarly sources, current within 5 years, are integrated within the assignment. | The assignment fails to meet the requirement noted for quality of literature support. | ||||
| Assignment Length Expectations | 0 Points Deducted | 4 Points Deducted | |||
| The length of the assignment meets the criteria: Minimum of 10 slides in length; maximum of 14 slides in length (not including title or reference slides). | The assignment fails to meet the requirement for length. | ||||
