Purpose

Threaded discussions are interactive assignments that require current scholarly literature to support and validate the information presented. The purpose of the threaded discussion (TD) is to engage with the class instructor and peers to apply, analyze, synthesize, and evaluate course-related concepts and topics, to facilitate the achievement of course learning outcomes. Participation in the TDs generates opportunities for students to actively engage in the written ideas of others by carefully reading, researching, reflecting, and responding to the contributions of their peers and course faculty. TDs foster the development of members into a community of learners as they share ideas and inquiries and integrate knowledge from other disciplines. Written interactions in the discussion show respect and sensitivity to peers’ gender, cultural and linguistic background, sexual orientation, and political and religious beliefs.

Each threaded discussion requires interaction with peers and/or the instructor, with active engagement in the TD on at least 2 separate days of the assigned week.

Course Outcomes

This discussion enables the student to meet the following course outcomes:

• CO 1: Examine essential competencies and underpinnings across advanced nursing practice roles. (POs 2, 5)
• CO 5: Demonstrate professional competencies in the formation of the advanced nursing practice role. (POs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Initial Post

1. Discuss two factors that motivated you to enroll in the master’s degree program in nursing (MSN).
2. Explain how you plan to use your MSN degree in your professional career. Include the state and location where you wish to work.
3. Identify and describe three Chamberlain resources available to support your success in the MSN program.  Include how you plan to use the resources.
4. Explain how you will manage your current responsibilities while participating in this program. Discuss two self-care strategies you can incorporate to strengthen your resilience.

SOLUTION:

Choosing to go back to school to earn a graduate degree is a major decision and commitment. There is more that goes into this decision for a student than simply applying. For example, factors such as financials, time management, balancing school and work, etc., all play a role in pursuing a graduate nursing degree. However, my love and devotion for teaching, and desire to advance individual knowledge and skills required of a nurse educator, provide strength and act as a motivating force to seek an MSN. These motivating factors allow for the deterring factors discussed above to feel manageable and less daunting. Nursing is an overwhelming career path in the best way possible because there is something for everyone. It has been a journey to find my calling in this career, and that is becoming a mentor, educator, and difference maker for the next generation of nurses…………Kindly click on the link below to access three solutions for $12 or contact us via Whatsapp number +254721652000