...I had always had a desire to go to the Grand Canyon. My brother had always tried to spook me by saying that if you were to go to the canyons in the dead quiet of the night you can see ghosts or, as he calls them spirits, but I knew he was lying.One day my parents surprised me by saying that we were going to the Grand Canyon. I was so excited that I quickly packed my things and off on the highway my parents, brother, and I went. We crossed the border into Colorado. Most of the car ride was silent except for when my brother would, like usual, detest me. On the way to the Grand Canyon my brother was craving ice cream so we stopped and got some. My dad almost got him strawberry ice cream to mess around with him because we all know how much he loathes strawberries....
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...Searching for a unique vacation this summer? You might want to plan your next vacation to the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. With its natural beauty and unexplored territory, the Grand Canyon boasts one of the hottest and driest climates in North America. There are many activities for visitors of all ages to partake in. From helicopter tours to rafting down the Colorado River, you’ll experience an unforgettable vacation that will want you to come back for more. Begin your adventure on top of the Skywalk and find yourself on the edge of the observation deck suspended over 4,000 feet above the Grand Canyon with a view of the Colorado River below. The naturally and impressive carved out canyon will take your breath away...
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...the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River in the State of Arizona was pronounced as a National Park. The Congress passed an Act which was finally signed by the President Woodrow Wilson. The Grand Canyon is one of the most beautiful and greatest wonders of the earth. The park includes the most amazing area of the 277-mile canyon cut by the Colorado River. The Grand Canyon had some tribes which were Hopi, Navajo, Zuni, Paiute, Havasupai, and Hualapai. First, years ago the Senator Benjamin Harrison created the first bill to introduce the Grand Canyon as a National Park in 1882. In 1883 and 1886 Harrison insisted on that bill, but once again it was rejected. Then, when Benjamin Harrison became president he established the Grand...
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...ECO 324 Grand Canyon paper Mengbo Han 26/11/2012 My idea is, we should forbid or reduce airline near or passed above Grand Canyon to protect the environment there. The truth is, Grand Canyon has suffered from severe visibility problems, due in great part to pollution in the form of smog and haze. According to the final report of The Grand Canyon Visibility Transport Commission, the political body charged with looking into the issue, "Research shows that visual air quality in the West experienced a significant decline due to emissions from industrial activity from the 1940s to the 1970s. Visibility-impairing emissions began to decline in the 1970s following enactment of the federal Clear Air Act. Visual air quality at national parks and wilderness areas on the Colorado Plateau has not appeared to change since reliable monitoring data became available in the 1980s." This paragraph is not focused on the aircraft, but it does shows the air pollution in Grand Canyon is a serious problem. Industry and transportation contribute the largest percentage of smog forming emissions; trans-border pollution from Mexico was also cited as potentially significant contributors. For aircraft, it will certainly decrease the air condition. Aircraft create several types of air pollution. Pollution occur both at the airport during fueling, take off and landing and while the aircraft are in flight. For example, aircraft would make more greenhouse air, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide...
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...head: COMPETENCY DIFFERENCES BETWEEN BSN AND ADN OR Competency differences between BSN and ADN or diploma degree Margaret Strelau Grand Canyon University Competency differences between BSN and ADN or diploma degree As of today, nursing has a long history of education and it has come a long way. In the beginning nursing was “regarded as the work of those in the lowest classes of society or in religious life” (Grand Canyon University: Canyon Connect, 2009-2011), and “there was little organization associated with nursing and certainly no social standing” (Grand Canyon University: Canyon Connect, 2009-2011). Florence Nightingale is recognized in nursing history, as one of her many achievements is the “organization and advancement of nursing education” (Grand Canyon University: Canyon Connect, 2009-2011) These days nursing education has moved from on the job training in a hospital to colleges and universities. As it entered the colleges and universities it required a baccalaureate (BSN) degree, which took 4 years to complete. “The severity of the nursing shortage in the postwar years encouraged faculty to develop new entry-level nursing programs.” (Cresaia & Friberg, 2010, p.15) A nurse by the name of Mildred Montag “revolutionized nursing education by the creation of the 2 year associate degree in nursing” (Grand Canyon University: Canyon Connect, 2009-2011). This allowed for a wide variety of people to receive a nursing degree, which would otherwise be unable to complete...
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...The Difference between an ADN nurse and a BSN nurse Amber R Morales Grand Canyon University: NRS-430V April 24, 2015 Nurses are prepared in many ways, from the associates Degree (ADN), to a baccalaureate degree(BSN) and beyond to masters and doctoral. Just like with humans, nurses come in different shapes and sizes per se, but all with one main focus of providing the highest level of care to our patients and their family. All nurses take the same national exam, NCLEX-RN, which test for “minimum technical competency for a safe entry” into the nursing environment (Creating a More Highly Qualified Nursing Workforce, 2015). The NCLEX-RN is a national certification, but each states board of nursing provides licensing. Daily the healthcare system is changing, therefor nursing is continuously changing. As hospitals try to achieve different levels of ranking or status, the nursing field will have to make needed changes to meet the requirements as well. Hospitals are putting into effect the needed requirements of their nursing staff to become more knowledgeable in their care, provide the highest level of care, and constantly ensuring patient safety. This paper will focus on the differences in approach, explain the roles and skills made by the associates-degree prepared registered nurse (RN) versus a baccalaureate-degree prepared RN. Initially RN’s did not receive licensure in the medical field or proper training, but Mildred Montag “revolutionized nursing education.” Due to...
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...Emmanuel Okoroafor. Educational Preparation. Grand Canyon University January 2013 Educational Preparation * BSN means Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing and ADN means Associate Degree in Nursing. Both degrees will qualify a student to take the same NCLEX exam for a practicing license. There are different competency levels in these two programs. BSN is a four year university program with focus on knowledge, theories, research and clinical and an overall emphasis on the entire field of nursing. The program tend to expose the student to human diversity, global perspective, ethical, legal, health promotion, spiritual perspective, political, and social influences using liberal arts for a complete understanding of the field(Punturi,2010)The ADN is a two year program with focus on the clinical skills and more task oriented. The ADN program does not go into too much details of different aspects of health sector like leadership, political, ethical, policy and other global perspectives. BSN prepared nurse posess the following competency according to leddy and Peppers Conceptual Bases of Professional Nursing(Lucy J Hood,2010)provide direct care with different nursing diagnosis using nursing process, within allowed parameters, and independent nursing decisions. * A mentored clinical learning situation in both classroom and practice setting helps nurses to apply theoretical knowledge with actual event(Field,2004) In a study by Benner, on competency of nurses the study highlighted...
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...Differences in competencies: Baccalaureate of Science versus Associate of Science in Nursing Grand Canyon University: Profession Dynamics Section 0106 September 30, 2012 Baccalaureate of Science versus Associate of Science in Nursing There are three educational pathways to becoming a Registered nurse. These include baccalaureate, associate degree, and diploma programs (Friberg et al, 2011). It has been proven in various studies that nurses with a higher level of education provide better quality patient care versus the associate level nurse (Rosseter, 2012). There are several differences in competencies between a associate and baccalaureate nurse that include mortality rates, leadership skills, critical thinking skills, health care promotion, clinical skills, and case management (Rosseter, 2012). Baccalaureate Program The American Association of Colleges of Nursing believes that a Baccalaureate degree has a significant impact on a nurse’s level of competency and knowledge base (Rosseter, 2012). The Baccalaureate program is a four year degree and the nursing courses are at the upper division level (Friber et al., 2011). Courses include health informatics, healthcare economics, leadership, research, and health policies (ANA, 2012). The components of the classes such as at Grand Canyon University (GCU) are liberal education, patient safety, evidence-based practice, management of information, health care policies, communication and collaboration, and professional...
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...Educational Preparation Paper Grand Canyon University: NRS 434 This paper will discuss the differences in competencies between nurses prepared at the associate-degree level versus the baccalaureate-degree level, by using research from different nursing organizations found online. Also identifying a patient care situation in which I will describe how nursing care or approaches to decision-making may differ based upon the educational preparation of the nurse. Differences in competencies between ADN versus BSN In conducting the research for this paper I was a little biased in my opinions of this topic and had to keep an open mind. I am an associate-degree level nurse, and have been for six years. I feel that my experience has taught me a lot about critical thinking, and helping patients improve their outcomes. I felt pressure in to completing my baccalaureate-degree level of education before I felt that I was ready to complete the education. I now have a better understanding into baccalaureate education as being the accepted minimum requirement for nurses. Much research has been done, relating to BSN versus ADN nurses and better patient outcomes. In Grand Canyon University College of Nursing Philosophy, it states “Baccalaureate nursing practice incorporates the roles of assessing, critical thinking, communicating, providing care, teaching, and leading.” I feel that no matter what education level one has after nursing programs that this is a baseline for nurses. It was hard...
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...of a church in the community. I was taught the bible and the book of Genesis. The different beliefs that were instilled in me were to believe that God created man and woman. In evolutionary or ecology classes, we are introduced to the theory of where man came from amoeba-like organisms, or even that we evolved from apes. How did life of origin arise? The components of evolution might explain how, but Creation gives a reason to believe why. Origin of life’s existence, as well as age of the earth is a question that is looked under a microscope and probed through both biblical theories, as well as scientific. Looking at difference evidence, acceptance of creation is growing even in spite of scientists trying to prove evolution. Within this paper, there will be different pieces of evidence and facts supporting each theory and there will be an argument, within my conclusion, on which theory I support. The theory of creation can be explained through various books in the bible. Creationists use the Bible as the truth for which they believe the origin of life came into existence. In bible studies and bible school, we were taught that God took clay from the ground which he shaped to a man that he called Adam. A verse in the King James Version, of the Bible, mentions “and the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.” Then, the Lord made a garden as Adam’s place of residency. There are pictures of beautiful...
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...at the Associates degree level versus the Baccalaureate degree level Grand Canyon University: Professional Dynamics Competency Differences Between Associate and Baccalaureate Nurse Training As I embark on another educational endeavor, it is important to understand the return on investment that will be gained from committing time, energy, and finances to an advanced degree. There have been numerous studies and research that have proven that nurses trained at the baccalaureate level are associated with lowering the odds of patient mortality, creating better outcomes for patients, and decreasing the occurrence of medication errors (AACN, 2015). To be a nurse, be it at the associate or baccalaureate level, means the same thing: to provide compassionate care through the “promotion of health, prevention of illness, and the care of ill, disabled and dying people. Advocacy, promotion of a safe environment, research, participation in shaping health policy and in patient and health systems management, and education are also key nursing roles” (ICN, 2002). However; since 1965, the American Nurses Association (ANA) has taken the stance the nurses should be educated, at minimum, at the baccalaureate level for entrance into the profession as the belief that an increasing number complex health issues and growing number of advancements in knowledge require education beyond nursing basics (Nelson, 2002). This paper will explore the difference in competencies between nurses trained at...
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...Educational Preparation Kiyanna Mitchell Grand Canyon University NRS-430V (NRS-430V-0504) Professional Dynamics June 07, 2015 Educational Preparation ADN vs BSN According to the American Association of College of Nursing (AACN) Fact Sheet: The Impact of Education on Nursing Education, education has a significant impact on the knowledge and competencies of the nurse clinician, as it does for all health care provider. This paper will discuss the differences in competencies between nurses prepared at the associate-degree level and baccalaureate-degree level. In 1952, the associate degree in nursing program (ADN), was designed by Mildred Montag as an alternative preparation for technical nurses in response to the nursing shortage (Creasia, J. L., & Friberg, E. E. 2011). The ADN programs were created to be 2 years in length, and consists of general education and nursing courses. Prior to the first ADN group graduating, some confusion arose about the roles and relationships between nurses. Despite the confusion the ADN group was made eligible to sit for the RN licensing examination. Currently this eligibility is still in effect. The first baccalaureate degree program was established in 1909 at the University of Minnesota (Creasia, J. L., & Friberg, E. E. 2011). Most baccalaureate programs are 4 years in length, and nursing is the major. The baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) graduates are prepared as generalists to practice nursing in beginning leadership positions...
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...Associate-degree Level VS. Baccalaureate-degree Level in Nursing Lisa L. Ramirez Grand Canyon University: NRS 430-V November 22, 2013 There are many differences in the nursing field between an undergraduate nurse, holding an associate’s degree (ADN) and a graduate nurse, holding a baccalaureate’s degree (BSN). The main focus of this paper is to identify the differences of competency in the nursing practice of nurses holding an ADN vs. a BSN degree in the roles of assessing, critical thinking, communicating, providing care, teaching, and leading. Competency is the ability to do something efficiently and successfully. Grand Canyon University (GCU) offers the BSN program and is based on the curriculum set forth by the College of Nursing. This curriculum is outlined to prepare the student to respond creatively to the continuously changing health care systems throughout the world. “Within this program, professionalism, ethical decision making, accountability, effective communication, and critical thinking are emphasized and is achieved by the application of liberal arts, science, health and nursing theories” (GCU). The Associate Degree Nursing curriculum provides knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to integrate safety and quality into nursing care, to practice in a dynamic environment, and to meet individual needs which impact health, quality of life and achievement of potential, according to the community college of Piedmont. According to an article from...
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...During my research of various hospitals in central Texas, I began to notice the requirement for a basic entry-level nurse was a bachelor’s degree. Hospitals would hire an associate degree nurse on the condition the individual is actively pursuing his/her bachelors degree. There is a push nationwide for the minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree for all entry-level nurses. How much more professional and effective are the BSN nurses versus ADN or diploma based trained nurses? This leads me to ask the question: Is the use of Baccalaureate Degree Nurses any more effective than the use of Associate Degree Nurses? Professional Values: The Case for RN-BSN Completion Education. (Kubsch, & Hansen, 2008). This study was done to determine if BSN nurses possess greater professionalism than ADN nurses do. The purpose of this research study was to answer two main questions. “Do differences in the perception of professional values exist among practicing RNs? If so, is the difference related to educational background or is it due to other factors?” (Kubsch, & Hansen, 2008). Nurses in hospital settings were interviewed and surveyed. Three programs were looked at. The BSN, associate degree and hospital-based diploma programs. “A total of 590 RN’s who were working at a mid-sized Mid-western hospital and 130 nurses enrolled in an RN-BSN program were invited by e-mail to participate in the study” (Kubsch, & Hansen, 2008). The survey was done solely online. There were a total of 198 surveys completed...
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...Baccalaureate-Degree Nurses Versus Associate-Degree Grand Canyon University: NRS-430V January 31, 2016 Baccalaureate-Degree Nurses Versus Associate-Degree According to the American Nurses Association (2010), “a competency is an expected level of performance, knowledge, skills, abilities and judgment” (p. 12). Does the amount of education matter in regards to an associate-degree level nurse (ADN) verses a baccalaureate-degree level nurse (BSN) when it comes to a nurse’s competence? The purpose of this paper will review and compare competencies between nurses studying at the level of ADN versus BSN and describe a patient care scenario where the decision-making process would differ between degree levels. Nursing Education According to the American Association of College of Nursing (AACN), there are three (3) different levels of education for registered nurses that are offered. These include, a 3-year diploma (offered in hospitals), 3-year associate degree from a community college and the 4-year baccalaureate degree which can be obtained through universities or senior level colleges (AACN, 2014). In order to become a registered nurse, specific amounts of education is needed to receive a degree. Education is imperative. Once graduated from one of the three programs, the same National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN®) will be given. This exam tests minimal competencies to enter the nursing profession and there is no comparison in the passing rate (AACN, 2014)...
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