Format

· Create an infographic that visually represents your care coordination plan.

· Create the infographic using a PowerPoint infographic template.

· Use clear and concise language.

· Include relevant icons, graphics, and colors to enhance readability.

1. Select one health concern and a patient population that aligns with your practicum setting. Examples include:

· Risk of post stroke depression in older adults who have suffered an ischemic stroke

2. Analyze your selected health concern and the associated best practices for health improvement.

· Address the following content elements in your analysis:

· Best practices: Summarize evidence-based best practices related to the chosen healthcare problem.

· Physical considerations: Address physical aspects of care (for example, medications, treatments, or monitoring).

· Psychosocial considerations: Consider mental health, emotional support, and patient coping strategies.

· Cultural considerations: Recognize cultural diversity and tailor care accordingly.

· Cite supporting evidence for best practices.

3. Describe two specific SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound) goals that should be established to address the healthcare problem and the evidence to support those goals.

· Include physical, psychosocial, and cultural considerations of your specific patient population.

· Discuss your SMART goals with your preceptor. Document discussion of SMART goals in Capella Academic Portal.

4. Identify available community resources for a safe and effective continuum of care.

· Compile a list of community resources relevant to the healthcare problem.

· Include local clinics, support groups, educational programs, and social services.

· Include physical, psychosocial, and cultural considerations of your specific patient population.

5. Apply APA formatting to in-text citations and references, exhibiting nearly flawless adherence to APA format.