Assignment:Investigative report on Family Health

Assessment
1:Investigative
report on a family health issue
Word limit
: 1500 words
Weighting: 50%
Due Date: Thursday 20th September
2012 by 1500 hours
Overview
Students
will undertake a report into a key health
issue that has been identified from the document Headline indicators for children’s health,
development and wellbeing 2011. ( Australian Institute of Health and Welfare).

A report is a clearly structured document that
identifies and examines a serious issue of importance .A report does not
present theories or opinions but presents and analyses information (Gimenez,
2007).

·
Topic of report: The social and emotional wellbeing of the
Australian child / adolescent.
·
Choose a specific age
group (infant, or toddler or preschooler or school age or adolescent).
·
Write the report for the
nursing profession that highlights the issue, its contributing factors the
impact on the family and recommendations for nursing practice.
·
Students are expected to
make recommendations for nursing practice based on their research that are
aligned to health promotion and prevention of health issues.
·
Use the structure provided
on vUWS to construct the report.
·
Consult your campus
coordinator or workshop lecturer if you are unclear about what you have to do.
·
No more than 15% Turnit
in report

400760 – Family Health Care: Child & Adolescent
Nursing Report Marking Criteria – 2012

Criteria

Well Above Expectations
HD

Exceeds Expectations
D

Meets Expectations
C

Needs Improvement
P

Does not meet expectations
F

Purpose
Discuss the purpose of this report and why
it has been written.

Purpose is clearly and comprehensively
presented. Identifies appropriate audience with superior understanding of the
Role of the Registered Nurse in Child and Adolescent Health

Purpose is clearly and comprehensively presented.
Identifies appropriate audience with application to the role of the
Registered Nurse in Child and Adolescent Health

Purpose is clearly and comprehensively
presented. Identifies appropriate audience with definition of the role of the
Registered Nurse in Child and Adolescent Health

Purpose is not clearly and comprehensively
presented. Identifies appropriate audience with limited understanding of the
role of the Registered Nurse in Child and Adolescent Health evident

Purpose is not clearly and comprehensively
presented. No appropriate audience identified. No understanding of the role
of the Registered Nurse in Child and Adolescent Health evident.

Subtotal 2

1.75 – 2

1.5

1.25

1

0 – 0.5

Introduction

Briefly describes the health issue for the age group
chosen.
Identifies
the contributing factors, the affect on the family and recommendations for
nursing practice.

Introduction is clear, well constructed and leads the reader to
expectations of the report.
The chosen; health issue, age group, contributing factors, the affect on the family and recommendations for nursing practice .are
clearly stated and are briefly but clearly defined and linked to
relevant sources of literature.

Introduction is clear and provides a good summary to expectations of
the report.
The chosen; health issue, age group, contributing factors, the affect on the family & recommendations for nursing practice
are clearly stated and clarified using literature.

The chosen; health issue, age group, contributing factors, the
affect on the family &
recommendations for nursing practice are noted and outlined
briefly and clearly summarised.

Introduction states the chosen; health issue, age group, contributing factors, the affect on the
family and recommendations for nursing practice however, it is not
clear or well constructed.

Does not satisfy the minimum requirements for introduction. Unclear or
absent on any component; health issue, age group, contributing factors, the affect on the family and recommendations
for nursing practice.
Health issue presented not from those offered

Subtotal 5

4.25 – 5

3.75 – 4

2.25 – 3.5

2.5 – 3

1.5 – 2

Definition
of terms
Define any specific terms used

Definitions of all specific terms
encompasses context of use. Reference provided from relevant literature.

Definitions of terms supplied with reference
from relevant literature

Definitions of some specific terms supplied
with reference

Definitions provided are incomplete OR
without reference

NO definitions provided

Subtotal 3

2.75 – 3

2.25 – 2.5

1.75 – 2

1.5

0 – 1

Criteria

Well Above Expectations
HD

Exceeds Expectations
D

Meets Expectations
C

Needs Improvement
P

Does not meet expectations
F

Background
Discuss the significance of the health issue,
uses data to support discussion

Sources accessed should include, policy documents
Government reports, State or National health research bodies, refereed journals
etc.

Size, breadth and
importance of issue clearly articulated, use of data from an extensive range
of sources to support discussion.

Size, breadth and
importance of issue discussed, use of data from a wide range of sources to
support discussion.

Marginally addresses size
breadth and importance of the issue. Data from a wide sources to support
discussion.

Issue presented without
addressing size breadth and importance of the issue. Use of data from limited
sources to support discussion.

Issue presented poorly,
does not address size, breadth or importance, no or limited use of data to
support discussion.

Subtotal 10

8.75 – 10

7.25 – 8.5

6.5 – 7

5 – 6.25

0 – 5.75

Assignment:Investigative report on Family Health

Assignment:Investigative report on Family Health

Discussion
Presents
the health issue, its contributing factors and the effect on the family in detail.

Has surpassed the requirements for the body of the report.
Health issue is discussed clearly with superior organisational skill.
Applies relevant Primary Health Care language and philosophy.
Contributing factors to the issue are clearly identified, discussed
and extend beyond the physical. Effect on the family synthesises all of the
determinants of health.
Discussion is supported by an extensive range of relevant and recent
literature.

Has surpassed the requirements for the body of the report.
Health issue is discussed clearly with organisational skill. Relevant
Primary Health Care language and philosophy is described.
Contributing factors to the issue are comprehensively & clearly
identified and discussed. Effect on the family is discussed with insight
considering all of the determinants of health.
Discussion is supported by a wide range relevant and recent
literature.

Has met the requirements for the body of the report.
Health issue is identified in a organised manner .Relevant Primary
Health Care language and philosophy is stated.
Contributing factors to the issue are clearly identified. Effect on
the family is discussed at a satisfactory level considering all of the
determinants of health.
Discussion is supported by relevant and recent literature.

Has not met the requirements for the body of the report.
Health issue is identified in a limited manner. Relevant Primary Health
Care language and philosophy is not stated or applied.
Contributing factors to the issue are identified in a limited manner.
Effect on the family is discussed at a limited level considering some of the
determinants of health.
Discussion is supported by limited literature.

Assignment:Investigative report on Family Health

Assignment:Investigative report on Family Health

Has not met the requirements for the body of the report.
Health issue may not be clearly identified. Relevant Primary Health
Care language and philosophy is not stated or applied.
Contributing factors to the issue are not identified. Effect on the
family is not discussed Determinants of health are not identified.
Discussion is not supported by literature.

Subtotal
15

13.5 – 15

11.25 – 13.25

9.75 – 11

7.25 – 9.5

0 – 7.25

Recommendations

Recommendations for nursing practice address all the determinants of
health in a comprehensive and analytic manner. Primary Health Care Philosophy
is applied to practice. Synthesises the competency standards for the
Registered Nurse in NSW.

Recommendations for nursing practice address all the determinants of
health in a comprehensive manner. Primary Health Care Philosophy is discussed
in relation to practice. Applies the competency standards for the Registered
Nurse in NSW.

Recommendations for nursing practice address all the determinants of
health in a basic manner. Primary Health Care Philosophy is discussed.
Discusses the competency standards for the Registered Nurse in NSW.

Recommendations for nursing practice address some of the determinants
of health, Primary Health Care Philosophy is mentioned. States the competency
standards for the Registered Nurse in NSW.

Recommendations for nursing practice do not address the determinants
of health in a basic manner. Primary Health Care Philosophy is not
mentioned. Competency standards for
the Registered Nurse in NSW are not included on any level.

Subtotal 5

4.25 – 5

3.75 – 4

2.25 – 3.5

2.5 – 3

1.5 – 2

Conclusion
Summarise the key points or findings.

Excellent summary of key points made throughout the report
Clear and well organised.

Very good summary of key points made throughout the report.

Good attempt to summarise key points made throughout the report.

Some attempt to summarise points made throughout the report.

Little or no attempt to summarise points made throughout the report.

Subtotal 5

4.25 – 5

3.75 – 4

2.25 – 3.5

2.5 – 3

1.5 – 2

Presentation
Report
is clearly written

In-text referencing
Ideas
are referenced correctly throughout the report including appropriate
acknowledgement (referencing) of all the words of others

Please note: all references must be current (within the past 5 years) or be
seminal publications.

The report presents a logical sequence and coherent flow. The writing
style demonstrates use of sophisticated vocabulary and accurate grammar and
spelling.

Reference list has 15 or more references that are relevant to the
topic.
Referencing in-text (the body of the report) and the reference list is
consistently accurate and follows the APA Style.

The report presents a logical sequence and coherent flow. The writing
style demonstrates an extensive use of vocabulary and accurate grammar and
spelling.

Reference list has 15 or more references that are relevant to the
topic.
Referencing in-text (the body of the report) and the reference list is
consistently accurate and follows the APA Style.

Writing is mainly clear but there are some minor errors in grammar and
spelling or expression. There may be some minor inconsistencies in the flow
of the discussion.

Reference list has 10 or more references that are relevant to the
topic.
Referencing in-text (the body of the report) and the reference list is
consistently accurate and follows the APA Style.

Meaning is apparent but language may be unclear. Grammar and spelling
contain errors that affect meaning.
May not adhere to word limit.

Reference list has less than 10 references. Or they are not relevant.
Has in-text referencing and reference list. Referencing is mostly accurate and follows
the APA Style.

Frequent errors in spelling, grammar and/or writing style that
detracts from the reading. Over use of quotes and lists in the discussion.
Did not adhere to word limit.

Reference list has less than 5 references indicating inadequate
breadth of reading.
Referencing is inaccurate or absent in- text in a significant part of
this section of the assignment. Referencing in-text and in reference list
does not conform to APA Style.

Subtotal 5

4.25 – 5

3.75 – 4

2.25 – 3.5

2.5 – 3

1.5 – 2

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ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CLASS

Discussion Questions (DQ)

Initial responses to the DQ should address all components of the questions asked, include a minimum of one scholarly source, and be at least 250 words.
Successful responses are substantive (i.e., add something new to the discussion, engage others in the discussion, well-developed idea) and include at least one scholarly source.
One or two sentence responses, simple statements of agreement or “good post,” and responses that are off-topic will not count as substantive. Substantive responses should be at least 150 words.
I encourage you to incorporate the readings from the week (as applicable) into your responses.
Weekly Participation

Your initial responses to the mandatory DQ do not count toward participation and are graded separately.
In addition to the DQ responses, you must post at least one reply to peers (or me) on three separate days, for a total of three replies.
Participation posts do not require a scholarly source/citation (unless you cite someone else’s work).
Part of your weekly participation includes viewing the weekly announcement and attesting to watching it in the comments. These announcements are made to ensure you understand everything that is due during the week.
APA Format and Writing Quality

Familiarize yourself with APA format and practice using it correctly. It is used for most writing assignments for your degree. Visit the Writing Center in the Student Success Center, under the Resources tab in LoudCloud for APA paper templates, citation examples, tips, etc. Points will be deducted for poor use of APA format or absence of APA format (if required).
Cite all sources of information! When in doubt, cite the source. Paraphrasing also requires a citation.
I highly recommend using the APA Publication Manual, 6th edition.
Use of Direct Quotes

I discourage overutilization of direct quotes in DQs and assignments at the Masters’ level and deduct points accordingly.
As Masters’ level students, it is important that you be able to critically analyze and interpret information from journal articles and other resources. Simply restating someone else’s words does not demonstrate an understanding of the content or critical analysis of the content.
It is best to paraphrase content and cite your source.
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The university’s policy on late assignments is 10% penalty PER DAY LATE. This also applies to late DQ replies.
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