NURS530 Identify any evidence-based support for the claims made in the literature
Genetics Paper
Begin by selecting a topic pertaining to genes and gene-environment interaction from one of the following resources:
Refer to chapters 4 and 5 of your text, unit II
Select a topic from the list below
Look for ideas in the WCU Library databases
Conduct a literature search of recent journal articles (peer reviewed) within the last three years that pertain to your topic. You must select three articles for this assignment.
Synthesize the knowledge gained from the chapter readings and your literature research into a comprehensive understanding of the topic.
Identify any evidence-based support for the claims made in the literature.
Draw and summarize your own unique conclusions based on a comprehensive understanding of the topic and your research. NURS530 Identify any evidence-based support for the claims made in the literature
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Sample Topics
Down syndrome
Fragile X syndrome
Turner syndrome
Triple X syndrome
Klinefelter syndrome
Consider the familial tendencies and contributing environmental factors (nature/nurture debate) in one of the following diseases: coronary artery disease (CAD), hypercholesterolemia, hypertension, colorectal cancer, diabetes, breast cancer, and obesity
Complex multifactorial diseases such as Alzheimer disease, alcoholism, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder
Twin studies that helped determine that type 1 diabetes is multifactorial
The genetic inheritance of alcoholism
Your paper should be 4–5 pages in length (excluding cover page and reference page).
Inlcude at least three scholarly sources in your paper in addition to citing the course etext.
Use APA format to style your paper and to cite your sources. Your source(s) should be integrated into the paragraphs. Use internal citations pointing to evidence in the literature and supporting your ideas. You will need to include a reference page listing those sources.
Be sure to allow time for proofreading and editing. Budget your time to take advantage of Tutor.com services.
Review the rubric for more information on how your assignment will be graded..
NURS530 Identify any evidence-based support for the claims made in the literature Grading Rubric
Performance Category | 100% or highest level of performance
100% 16 points |
Very good or high level of performance
88% 14 points |
Acceptable level of performance
81% 13 points |
Inadequate demonstration of expectations
68% 11 points |
Deficient level of performance
56% 9 points
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Failing level
of performance 55% or less 0 points |
Total Points Possible= 50 | 16 Points | 14 Points | 13 Points | 11 Points | 9 Points | 0 Points |
Scholarliness
Demonstrates achievement of scholarly inquiry for professional and academic topics. |
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in one of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in three or more of the following elements
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16 Points | 14 Points | 13 Points | 11 Points | 9 Points | 0 Points | |
Application of Course Knowledge
Demonstrate the ability to analyze and apply principles, knowledge and information learned in the outside readings and relate them to real-life professional situations |
Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in one of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two of the following elements:
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Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in three of the following elements
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Interactive Dialogue
Initial post should be a minimum of 300 words (references do not count toward word count) The peer and instructor responses must be a minimum of 150 words each (references do not count toward word count) Responses are substantive and relate to the topic. |
Demonstrated all of the following:
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Demonstrated 1 or less of the following:
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Grammar, Syntax, APA
Points deducted for improper grammar, syntax and APA style of writing. The source of information is the APA Manual 6th Edition Error is defined to be a unique APA error. Same type of error is only counted as one error. |
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0 Points Deducted | 5 Points Lost | |||||
Participation
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Demonstrated the following:
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Failed to demonstrate the following:
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Due Date Requirements | Demonstrated all of the following:
A minimum of one peer and one instructor responses are to be posted within the course no later than Sunday, 11:59 pm MT. |