GUIDELINES FOR THE ESSAY ON HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND MEDICATION TREATMENT
- Provide an introduction paragraph that identifies the intent and key parts of this essay (5%)
- Provide a brief overview of Hyperlipidemia (10%)
- Pathophysiology
- Disease Process
- Describe treatment principles (20%):
- Standardized Guidelines
- Evidence-Based Recommendations
- Cardinal Points of Treatment
- Discuss the six anti-hyperlipidemia drug classes (20%).
- Describe how to monitor patients on each of the anti-hyperlipidemia drug classes (20%)
- Describe patient variables (20%)
- Make sure to use supporting literature for your answers; textbook, assignment resources, and/or scholarly journals. Cite your references.
- Your essay should be 2 to 3 pages in length (not including the Title and Reference page). Use a minimum of 3 scholarly references (must use the textbook for one reference). (Book: Pharmacology for the primary care provider, fourth edition by Marilyn Edmunds and Maren Stewart Mayhew) I do not have a ebook, I have a hard copy that I got from amazon.
- Use APA 7th edition and demonstrate effective written communication (5%)
Rubric
MSN Standard Essay Rubric 100 pts
| MSN Standard Essay Rubric 100 pts | ||
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntegration of Knowledge: In-depth discussion and elaboration throughout the paper. | 25 pts A The assignment demonstrates that the student has a clear and relevant understanding and application of concepts learned from course materials and work. Concepts are written within student’s own insights. The student provides concluding remarks that show analysis and synthesis of ideas. 22.25 pts B The assignment demonstrates that the student understands and has applied concepts learned in the course. Some of the conclusions are not supported by the evidence, therefore, lacks analysis and synthesis of ideas. 19.75 pts C The assignment demonstrates that the student lacks in-depth understandings of concepts learned in the course. The evidence does not support the conclusions, and there is no analysis or synthesis of ideas. 17.25 pts D The assignment demonstrates that students lack in-depth understandings of concepts learned in the course. 0 pts No Marks | 25 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeScholarly EBP: Integrates evidence to support assignment Sources may include both general background sources and specialized sources. Special-interest sources and popular literature are cited as such Sources are cited per APA References are aligned and formatted correctly (-1 point per incorrect reference). | 25 pts A Integrates evidence to support initial discussion from the assigned course material. Scholarly resources are from Vise Library or a similar source 5 current sources, of which at least 3 are peer-review journal articles or scholarly books. Sources include both general background sources and specialized sources. All websites utilized are authoritative. 22.25 pts B Integrates evidence to support initial discussion from the assigned course material. Scholarly resources are from Vise Library or a similar source 5 current sources, of which at least 2 are peer-review journal articles or scholarly books. All websites utilized are authoritative. 19.75 pts C Fewer than 5 current sources or fewer than 2 of 5 are scholarly resources. All websites utilized are credible. 17.25 pts D Fewer than 5 current sources or fewer than 2 of 5 are scholarly resources. Not all websites utilized are credible, and/or sources are not current. 0 pts F Quality is below MSN expectation, or no submission | 25 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCohesiveness: Ties together information from required sources | 25 pts A Expertly ties together information from all sources. Paper flows from one issue to the next. Student’s writing demonstrates an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources. 22.25 pts B Proficiently ties together information from all sources. Paper flows with only some disjointedness. Student’s writing demonstrates an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources. 19.75 pts C Inadequately ties together information from all sources. Paper does not flow – disjointedness is apparent. Student’s writing does not demonstrate an understanding of the relationship among material obtained from all sources. 17.25 pts D Does not tie together information. Paper does not flow and appears to be created from disparate issues. Writing does not demonstrate an understanding of relationships from sources. 0 pts F Quality is below MSN expectation, or no submission | 25 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAcademic Writing: Communicates/writes in an academic manner. Follows APA style for writing: grammar, spelling, syntax, punctuation (Grammarly). APA style. | 25 pts A Expert writing style that is clear and concise in an organized manner with 3 or less errors. The writing uses correct grammar, punctuation, syntax, spelling, and APA format. 22.25 pts B Above-average writing style that is clear. Presents information in an organized manner with 5 or less errors. The writing uses correct grammar, punctuation, syntax, spelling, and APA format. 19.75 pts C Average and/or casual writing style. Writing is clear but lacks organization with 10 or less errors. The writing contains some errors in grammar, punctuation, syntax, spelling, and APA format. 17.25 pts D Below-average/poor writing style. The writing style is difficult for readers to follow. 0 pts F Quality is below MSN expectation, or no submission | 25 pts |
| Total Points: 100 |
