Full Title of Your Page (same as above, this is your introduction)
This paragraph clearly states the issue topic in a thesis statement. Provide information (quote,
statical research, etc.) to illustrate the impact of the issue topic throughout your paper. This area needs to
capture the reader’s attention.
Population Affecting
This paragraph describes the population being affected by providing relevant information
including but not limited to gender, age, culture, ethnicity, education level, and economical status.
Describe and relate how the issue topic affects Erickson’s Stages of Development for the given
population.
Pros vs. Cons
This paragraph(s) provides a clear understanding of the pros and cons of the issue topic without
demonstrating bias or preference for one or another. Accurately present the pros and cons by referencing
credible sources (.edu, .gov, journals, or dissertations).
Legal and Ethical Issues
This paragraph discusses the legal and ethical implications for each side. Refer to
previous court rulings if any. Describe the moral implications for each side.
Current Status
In this paragraph describe where the issue topic stands today despite pros vs. cons, legal,
moral, and ethical implications. Compares status with other cities, states, and/ or countries. What
does this mean for the future?
Role of Healthcare Professionals
This paragraph discusses the roles of various healthcare professionals with an emphasis
on nursing on the issue topic. Include position statements from healthcare organizations such as
the American Nurses Association. Other healthcare professionals include doctors, pharmacists,
This paragraph clearly states the issue topic in a thesis statement. Provide information (quote,
statical research, etc.) to illustrate the impact of the issue topic throughout your paper. This area needs to
capture the reader’s attention.
Population Affecting
This paragraph describes the population being affected by providing relevant information
including but not limited to gender, age, culture, ethnicity, education level, and economical status.
Describe and relate how the issue topic affects Erickson’s Stages of Development for the given
population.
Pros vs. Cons
This paragraph(s) provides a clear understanding of the pros and cons of the issue topic without
demonstrating bias or preference for one or another. Accurately present the pros and cons by referencing
credible sources (.edu, .gov, journals, or dissertations).
Legal and Ethical Issues
This paragraph discusses the legal and ethical implications for each side. Refer to
previous court rulings if any. Describe the moral implications for each side.
Current Status
In this paragraph describe where the issue topic stands today despite pros vs. cons, legal,
moral, and ethical implications. Compares status with other cities, states, and/ or countries. What
does this mean for the future?
Role of Healthcare Professionals
This paragraph discusses the roles of various healthcare professionals with an emphasis
on nursing on the issue topic. Include position statements from healthcare organizations such as
the American Nurses Association. Other healthcare professionals include doctors, pharmacists,
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physical therapists, etc. Choose the main roles that have an influence or expertise on the issue
topic.
Personal Insights & Conclusions
In this paragraph reflect on what you have learned. What is your opinion on the issue
topic discussed? Do you have a different opinion about the issue topic from when you first
started your research? If you do not, did the evidence reinforce your hypothesis? This is the only
section where you may mention your religion, culture, morals, and personal beliefs that may
have influenced your opinion on the issue topic. End your paper with a strong concluding
statement.
physical therapists, etc. Choose the main roles that have an influence or expertise on the issue
topic.
Personal Insights & Conclusions
In this paragraph reflect on what you have learned. What is your opinion on the issue
topic discussed? Do you have a different opinion about the issue topic from when you first
started your research? If you do not, did the evidence reinforce your hypothesis? This is the only
section where you may mention your religion, culture, morals, and personal beliefs that may
have influenced your opinion on the issue topic. End your paper with a strong concluding
statement.