Strategies for Addressing Questions in Walden University MSN Program

This discussion board post reflects on key questions and concerns encountered by a student in the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Walden University. The student grapples with time management amidst work and personal responsibilities, seeking strategies to prevent procrastination and balance commitments effectively. A second key concern involves preventing grammatical errors and ensuring academic integrity in written assignments, with a focus on utilizing resources like Walden University's Writing Centre. Furthermore, the student explores ways to harmoniously integrate therapeutic patient-nurse principles with evidence-based practice (EBP) in professional nursing. The post includes responses from colleagues, offering advice and support, emphasizing the importance of utilizing university resources, adhering to nursing standards, and reflecting on personal strengths and limitations. The paper provides a succinct discussion on the key questions and concerns of the student as they progress through the MSN program.

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Introduction
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) post-graduation course is an advanced
academic degree via which BSN nurses gain knowledge concerning the ways in which future
professional nurses can integrate their clinical knowledge with principles of leadership,
governance, evidence-based practice, clinical decision-making and healthcare administration at
the workplace (Fowler, Conner & Smith, 2018). The following paper will thus briefly expound
upon the key questions which I have reflected upon prior to my participation in the MSN
program.
Discussion
Reflection and Questions
I believe most of us who have applied to the MSN program are also occupied in full time
or part time jobs, either clinical or non-clinical in nature, which more often than not, leave little
room adequate time. This, coupled with household responsibilities further give the perception
that appropriate time management is definitely a daunting task. Thus, a key concern which I have
is regarding the ways in which I will balance and distribute my time across home, university and
work appropriately. It has however, been evidenced that preparation of a personal journal or
schedule will be useful in effective time management (Ekaterine & Natalia, 2017). Still, I would
like responses and suggestions to my question, ‘What are the strategies with which one can
prevent procrastination and encourage effective time management as well as simultaneous
harmony in personal life?’
Additionally, another a key difficulty which I face is prevention of grammatical errors in
my error. While it is known that proofreading can assist in prevention of such errors, there may

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still be issues concerning academic integrity of a paper (Schneegurt, 2017). The Walden
University’s ‘Writing Centre’ provides useful information management of such problems.
However, I wish be given suggestions concerning the question, ‘What strategies can be used to
prevent grammatical errors and present a logical academic paper?’
The MSN program as well as previous educational experiences have extensively taught
us regarding the importance of the implementing evidence based practice (EBP) in nursing care.
Despite its effectiveness, extensive EBP usage has been evidenced to overlook traditional
principles of caring and holistic patient communication in nursing (Mackey & Bassendowski,
2017). Thus, my concern is, ‘What are the ways in which one can harmoniously integrate
therapeutic patient-nurse principles as well as EBP in professional nursing?’
Colleague Responses
First Response: Indeed, I completely agree to the fact that adherence to quality academic
writing as well as balancing multiple responsibilities are concerns all of us face. I would suggest
one reviews Walden University’s ‘Writing Centre’ since I found it to contain relevant
information on proofreading strategies. Further, Walden University’s professors and staff are
very supportive and I have received multiple answers to be doubts every time I approached them.
Indeed, communicating one’s concerns with experienced professionals is beneficial in ensuring
logical and valid academic papers (Hargie, 2016).
Second Response: It is true that nursing ambiguity is a key issue where nurses often fail
to comprehend specificities of their responsibilities. However, it has been evidenced that
adhering to certified nursing standards is an effective way in which nurses can clearly
understanding the basic duties expected of them. The ANA’s codes and professional standards of

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practice has been reviewed by me and the same has helped me extensively in understanding my
professional roles and responsibilities (Munshi et al., 2016).
Conclusion
This paper thus provides a succinct yet brief discussion on the key questions which I have
reflected upon as I progress within the MSN program of Walden University. While none of us
are alone in our concerns and questions, I believe that the resources and academic staff provided
by Walden University will be of immense assistance in overcoming students’ concerns. To
conclude, this paper demonstrated the benefits of reflection in understanding one’s limitations
and strengths.

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