- 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
