1000 Words Needed. Instructions - Grammar and turnitin report is mandatory. Length: 3-4 pages, exclusive of title page and reference list. An abstract is not required for this assignment. Format: APA 6th edition. Minimum of 3-5 additional resources (beyond the assigned course textbooks). Note: All assignments should reflect evidence of the following graduate level skills: critical and analytical thinking, synthesis of ideas, application and integration of credible resources, critical appraisal, and intellectual exploration of key concepts. These skills are incorporated in the grading process.

Definition of Nursing: Includes clear statement of purpose, Includes succinct personal definition, Demonstrates evidence of reflective practice and Logically describes the relationship between personal definition and contributing experiences. Selection of Nursing Theory to Support Definition: Identifies the proper name of theory and theorist, Provides overview of theory, Addresses major concepts/assumptions of theory, Logically links the components of theory to demonstrate support of personal definition, Cohesively describes how definition and theory guide nursing practice (provides examples).

Summary/Conclusion: Summarizes key points of paper concisely, clearly, and cohesively. Reference Utilization: Uses a minimum of three to five additional credible resources beyond course textbooks, viewings, and readings. Uses a minimum of one primary source. Follows APA formatting and style specifications: Includes title page. Uses correct spacing, headings, fonts, margins, pagination. Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation. References and citations: Appropriately credits sources - Appropriately credits sources in-text without excessive use of direct quotations. Develops Reference page according to APA standards.