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Capstone Project Focus

The proposal focuses on a nurse-led lifestyle modification program to manage hypertension through diet and exercise counseling. Specifically, the proposal includes a dietary and exercise modification program as part of a dedicated effort to manage blood pressure and enhance medication adherence for adults suffering from hypertension.

PICOT Question Review

“In adults with hypertension (P), what is the effect of a nurse-led behavior change program that incorporates diet and exercise (I), as opposed to usual physician-led changes (C), on the control of hypertension and adherence to medications (O), over 6 months (T)?”

Assessment Plan Overview

Assessment 1: Complete project template and initial proposal. Assessment 2: Develop clear PICOT question and rationale. Assessment 3: Define one intervention (nurse-led lifestyle program). Assessment 4: Discuss implementation strategy. Assessment 5: Develop evaluation plan to assess success. Assessment 6: Combine papers and prepare dissemination plan.

Practicum Hour Expectations

The minimum requirements for Assessment 2 is a total of 40 hours. 80 hours is the minimum requirement for Assessment 3. Hours must be cumulative and written in on sentence for every 2 hours logged. Must describe the work performed (e.g., attending meetings, discussions with respect to the patient’s plan of care.)

Documentation Reminders

Beginning with Assessment 2, submit Excel logs of hours for each assessment. Make sure your preceptor validates your hours. Details like “shadow preceptor” are to be avoided.”

Preceptor and Site Engagement

The practicum will mainly be on-site, with your assigned preceptor. Up to 20% of your practicum hours may be remote (e.g., via Teams or Zoom). Look for ways to participate in leadership or clinical improvement meetings.