Holistic Nursing Assessment
Objectives:
1. Explain the concept and importance of holistic nursing assessment.
2. Identify the components of a holistic nursing assessment.
3. Apply skills in conducting a holistic nursing assessment.
Part 1: See calendar for due date.
Instructions:
Complete the following tasks. The first part of this assignment will prepare you for part two where you will conduct a holistic assessment.
A. Reading Assignment: Read the following article (you will need to log into the MSU library to gain access):
a. Indridadottir, O., & Nisco-Madden, J. (2024). Holistic Physical Assessment: A New Framework for Nursing Practice Honoring the Whole Person. Journal of Holistic Nursing, 8980101241261261–8980101241261261. https://doi.org/10.1177/08980101241261261
B. Reflective Writing:
Write a reflective essay (500-700 words/2 to 3 pages in APA format not including title page and references) addressing the following points:
· Define holistic nursing assessment in your own words.
· Discuss the significance of incorporating a holistic approach in nursing practice.
· Reflect on a personal or clinical experience where a holistic assessment could have improved patient outcomes. If you do not have clinical experience, imagine a scenario where holistic assessment is crucial.
· Identify any challenges you anticipate in applying holistic assessments in your practice and suggest possible solutions.
Grading Rubric (total points possible: 30):
| Understanding of Holistic Nursing Assessment Principles (14 points) | |||
| Criteria | Excellent | Satisfactory | Needs Improvement |
| Comprehension of Holistic Nursing Assessment | Demonstrates a thorough and nuanced understanding of holistic nursing assessment principles; clearly defines and explains key concepts. | Shows a basic or superficial understanding of holistic nursing assessment principles; some concepts are defined but may lack depth. | Lacks understanding of holistic nursing assessment principles; definitions and explanations are unclear, incorrect or incomplete. |
| Depth of Reflection and Personal Insight (14 points) | |||
| Criteria | Excellent | Satisfactory | Needs Improvement |
| Reflective Essay | Provides deep, thoughtful reflection with personal insights; clearly connects personal or clinical experiences to holistic nursing assessment; identifies challenges and solutions effectively. | Provides basic reflection with some personal insights; connections to personal or clinical experiences are weak; identifies some challenges or solutions. | Provides minimal or no reflection; lacks connection to personal or clinical experiences; fails to identify challenges or solutions. |
| Clarity, Coherence, and Proper Formatting of Written Work (2 points) | |||
| Criteria | Excellent | Satisfactory | Needs Improvement |
| Writing Quality
APA Formatting |
Writing is clear, coherent, and well-organized; no grammatical or spelling errors.
Consistently uses APA formatting accurately throughout the document. |
Writing is somewhat clear but lacks organization; several grammatical or spelling errors.
Uses APA formatting but with several errors. |
Writing is unclear and disorganized; numerous grammatical or spelling errors.
Fails to use APA formatting or has numerous errors. |