field aims to develop as well as the manner in which that knowledge is to be organized‚ tested and applied” (Carper‚ 1978). It is Barbara Carper who developed the four fundamental patterns of knowing in nursing and they are; empirics‚ esthetics‚ personal knowledge and ethics (Carper‚ 1978). In this paper I will provide clinical interventions that I have used for my patients and explain how they are relevant. Empirics; the science of nursing (Carper‚ 1978). According to Merriam-Webster online
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I have integrated the patterns of knowing in making ethical decisions by reconciling the praxis of nursing (which involves reflecting about the problem and then taking action to positively solve the problem for the benefit of all) with the four other patterns of knowing (ethics‚ empiric‚ personal knowing and aesthetics). From personal experience (personal knowing) as a Certified Wound Ostomy Nurse‚ patients with large abdominal wounds on Negative pressure wound therapy also undergo serial surgical
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Audience Analysis Paper COM/ Professor: Maryann Lamer June 3‚ 2010 Audience Analysis When conducting an in-person meeting to a group of professional peers there are many things to consider. It is customary and recommended that before one embarks on such a mission to analyze potential options in which to proceed and potential barriers that may arise that will ultimately detract from the success of the meeting. The following is the findings of conducted research into a suggested process in
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Reason is a way of knowing in which we construct meanings together through modifying and improving individual opinions and ideas‚ in order to reach a plausible or logical conclusion. In other words‚ reason is the ability to help people decide what is true and what is not. Most of the time‚ reason is more commonly related to math and science subjects‚ where logic is put into place in order to obtain logical validity and justify claims. Through observations and experiments‚ we can prove‚ within reason
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Visishta Dalavayi Communication 1010 28 May 2013 Audience Analysis Explanation The main purpose of manifesting an efficient speech is to be able to connect with one’s audience. In order to do so‚ the presenter must analyze the demographics of said audience. The audience must be able to relate to the presenter’s speech. For instance‚ if the topic describes an argumentative concept such as abortion or gay rights‚ it would be best to provide viewpoints of each side. This way‚ those who are subjective
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7___ Who is the audience for this presentation? People who are interested in computers and doing a system restore. What is the purpose of this presentation? To explain how to do a system restore to a previous time. Explain how the topic is specific and relates to the audience. It is very informative if you are looking to do a system restore on your computer and don’t know how to. Target Audience Analysis: What special adaptations for these audience types might be necessary
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seen as a strong powerful women who isn’t afraid to stick up for herself. Roderigo and Othello both were in love with Desdemona. The changes the audience see are on the surface. Underneath the surface Desdemona is strong‚ determined‚ and self-possessed‚ “My life and education both do learn me How to respect you; you are the lord of duty‚ I am hitherto your daughter. But here’s my husband...” (I‚ iii‚ 197-199). As you can see Desdemona is not scared to stick up for herself. Also‚ she is not afraid to
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truth-in-question with the four ways of knowing‚ as well as it’s justifications‚ and through Plato’s three truth requirements. If something that is believed to be true cannot be properly explained and justified through the ways of knowing and the justifications of at least empiricism and/or authority‚ than it is probably not true. When examining something to figure out if it is true or just believed to be true‚ it is really important to look at the four ways of knowing‚ which are: emotion‚ reason‚ language
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Formal communication involves the mainline of operational communication within an organization. The communication within this channel is what keeps business flowing. The communication may move upward in the chain of command‚ downward in the chain of command‚ or laterally within departments. The communication may be in the form of a report‚ email‚ memorandum‚ intranet‚ newsletter‚ or bulletin boards. Informal communications are more personal and do not contribute so much to effective business
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Audience Development: Broad and Niche Markets How do we get people to come to the theatre in an era of instant gratification? Movies are simply available all the time. Although pessimists might feel live theatre is a dying art‚ there will truly always be a place for it—the difficulty is making sure the audience knows it’s there and knows how to take advantage of it. In order to maintain 501c3 tax status‚ not-for-profit theatre companies must prove they are producing work that follows the mission
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