• Introduction:  
    • Refer to APA Manual for how to write an effective introduction. State the purpose of the paper.  

  • Main Content - Use headings for each section below:
    • Choose a US population with a health disparity or problem. Justify why you selected this population.   
    • Identify the health disparity or problem pertinent to your chosen population.  
    • Describe the significance of the health disparity or problem and its impact on this population.  
    • Provide evidence including statistical data to support the significant health disparity or problem identified via a review of the literature, web links shared in this course, and resources you locate in your own searches.  
    • Explain the position held by a professional nursing organization such as the American Nurses Association or American Association of Colleges of Nursing or American Association of Nurse Practitioners relative to this problem or disparity.
    • Compose your own position statement to include why you believe it is important to advocate for this population, health disparity, or problem.   
  • Conclusion: 
    • Write closing comments; do not introduce new material in the conclusion.  

  • Refer to readings and current literature (within the last 5 years)
  • Convey logical thought, constructive criticism as appropriate, and professional insights

  • Include approximately 5 pages (not including the title page or reference page) using the required cover page with your program name clearly labeled  

  • Use a minimum of 5 scholarly sources (a minimum of 3 scholarly sources and a minimum of two peer-reviewed journal articles) to support your facts.  
  • Write clearly and logically written with proper grammar, spelling, and punctuation
  • Use proper APA format on citations and sources
  • Use Plagiarism Check