Excellent selection of sufficient a relevant literature (less than 5 years old) at least 3 scholarly, peer-reviewed references used - other than course materials) Uses evidence-based sources when available. Excellent adherence to assignment length criteria (within stated criteria). Thesis and/or main claim are comprehensive; contained within the thesis is the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear. There is a sophisticated construction of paragraphs and transitions. Ideas progress and relate to each other. Paragraph and transition construction guide the reader. Paragraph structure is seamless. Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. Correct AP A format is consistently used in the paper: cover page, margins, double-spacing, font size, and all other elements of APA. Such as headings and pagination. In-text citations and a reference page are complete. The documentation of cited sources is free of error.

In this assignment use at least three scholarly, peer-reviewed resources less than 5 years old in addition to the course materials. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is required. Selects a historically relevant, currently hot-button societal trend affecting nursing or patient education. Clearly a comprehensively describes selected trend affecting nursing or patient education. Clearly a comprehensively addresses the significance of selected trend. Clearly relates issue to appropriate professional standards and competencies. Thoroughly explores strategies to enhance the positive impact or minimize the negative impact of the selected issue.