Begin reviewing and replying to peer postings/responses early in the week to enhance peer discussion. See the rubric for participation points. Participate in the discussion by asking a question, providing a statement of clarification, providing viewpoints with a rationale, challenging aspects of the discussion, or indicating relationships between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Always use constructive language, even in criticism, to work toward the goal of positive progress.
TASK
Post your initial response to one of the two topics below.
Topic 1
The textbook and lectures discussed the professional characteristics important to nursing.
• Describe three characteristics of professional nurses.
• Which one characteristic would you say is the most important and why?
Topic 2
Examine the impact of Covid-19 pandemic on the nursing profession.
Identify actions needed to boost nursing safety and morale.
Describe stereotypes that may have been altered due to pandemic media coverage.
Explain how the recent pandemic has changed your nursing practice?