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NRSE 4510 – Module 2, Assessment 4: Written Assignment The Legislative Process and Healthcare Lobbying Assignment Overview Write a scholarly paper discussing the legislative process, a current healthcare-related political issue, and the role of legislation and lobbying in healthcare. Paper Requirements Length Minimum 600 words Word count excludes: Title page Reference page Format APA 6th Edition Double-spaced Standard academic font (e.g., Times New Roman 12 pt) Paragraphs must: Be indented Contain at least 5–6 well-developed sentences Have no extra spacing before or after paragraphs Writing Style Use your own words and analysis. Excessive quotations are discouraged. Maximum: One quote per page Points will be deducted for excessive quoting. Paper Structure 1. Title Page Running Head First Page Left margin: Running head: LEGISLATIVE PROCESS (Use a short title of fewer than 50 characters.) Right margin: Page 1 Remaining Pages Header should contain only: LEGISLATIVE PROCESS (No words "Running head") Page numbers continue throughout the document. Title Page Content Centered on page: Paper title Student name Ohio University Abstract Not required 2. Introduction (Page 2) Heading Center the title of your paper at the top of page 2. Introduction Paragraph Requirements One well-developed paragraph (5–6 sentences minimum) that: Introduces the topic Provides background Ends with a purpose statement Example Purpose Statement The purpose of this paper is to discuss the legislative process, analyze a current healthcare political issue, examine related legislation, and present a personal position regarding the issue. Value: 5 points Use APA Headings Using headings is strongly recommended to: Improve organization Ensure all rubric elements are addressed Part 1 Level One Heading (Centered, Bold) Part 1 Level Two Heading (Bold, Left-Aligned) Legislative Process Requirements Provide a: Clear Complete Accurate discussion of the legislative process Include at least one well-developed paragraph explaining: How a bill becomes law Legislative review process Role of government bodies Value: 6 points Part 2 Analysis of Political Issue Requirements Choose one political issue listed in: Burkhardt & Nathaniel (pp. 392–393) Discuss: Position Supporting the Issue Explain arguments in favor Position Opposing the Issue Explain arguments against Provide a balanced and thorough analysis. Value: 6 points Connect the Political Issue to Current Legislation Requirements Identify a current bill related to the selected political issue. Include: State Bill number Sponsor(s) Current legislative status Explain where the bill currently stands in the legislative process. Value: 6 points Student Opinion on the Political Issue Requirements Explain: Your personal position Why you hold that position Support your opinion with evidence and scholarly reasoning. Value: 6 points Conclusion Do not use the word Conclusion as a heading. Begin the final paragraph with: "In conclusion..." or "In summary..." Summarize: Legislative process discussion Political issue analysis Legislative implications Personal position Value: 5 points Reference Page Separate Page Center: References (Not bolded) APA Requirements Double-spaced Hanging indent format To create hanging indents in Word: Format Paragraph Special Hanging Indent Reference Requirements Minimum 4 professional references Required Sources Course Materials (2 Required) Burkhardt & Nathaniel textbook Peer-Reviewed Sources (2 Required) Examples: PubMed articles CINAHL articles Evidence-based practice guidelines Unacceptable Sources Do NOT use: Wikipedia UpToDate Epocrates Medscape WebMD Hospital websites Insurance company recommendations Secondary clinical databases Source Currency Requirement All references must be: Published within the last 5 years Grading Breakdown Component Points Introduction 5 Legislative Process 6 Analysis of Political Issue (Pros & Cons) 6 Current Related Legislation 6 Student Opinion 6 Conclusion 5 References & Citations 6 Total 40 Points Submission Checklist Formatting ☐ APA 6th Edition format ☐ Double-spaced ☐ Running head correctly formatted ☐ Page numbers included ☐ Title page included ☐ Reference page included Content ☐ Introduction with purpose statement ☐ Legislative process explained ☐ Political issue analyzed (both sides) ☐ Current legislation identified ☐ State, bill number, sponsors, and status included ☐ Personal opinion explained ☐ Conclusion included Sources ☐ Minimum 4 references ☐ 2 textbook references ☐ 2 peer-reviewed references ☐ Sources published within last 5 years ☐ Proper APA citations throughout Writing Quality ☐ Paragraphs contain 5–6+ sentences ☐ Paragraphs are indented ☐ Minimal use of direct quotations ☐ Clear scholarly writing ☐ Grammar and spelling checked ☐ Original analysis and discussion provided