NU760 Unit 5 Assignment 2
Instructions
Now that are moving deeper into the literature surrounding your proposed project, it is imperative for you to stay engaged with review, appraisal, and synthesis activities.
Using the Synthesis Matrix Table you submitted in week 4, update the table with a minimum of an additional 5 resources of evidence. Meaning your updated table will now minimally include 10 resources.
Direct access to the article is essential for grading. Either upload all evidence along with your table or be sure an activated link is provided to ensure it leads directly to the article you are presenting.
Please upload your completed paper to this assignment dropbox. This paper is due by Sunday at 11:59pm CT.
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
Rubric
NU760 Unit 5 Matrix Table Assignment Rubric
NU760 Unit 5 Matrix Table Assignment Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTopic
Addresses all components of the assignment.
30 to >28.5 pts
Advanced
Comprehensively addresses all components of the assignment.
28.5 to >24.0 pts
Competent
Addresses all or most components of the assignment adequately and/or components are not addressed or not addressed comprehensively.
24 to >0.0 pts
Emerging
Addresses all or most components of the assignment but not adequately and/or components are not addressed.
0 pts
Incomplete
Missing or Assignment was not submitted and/or not submitted on time
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupport and Evidence
Uses evidence to support main tenets, points, or arguments presented in the assignment.
30 to >28.5 pts
Advanced
Uses comprehensive, appropriate evidence to support the main tenets of the assignment.
28.5 to >24.0 pts
Competent
Uses adequate but minimal evidence to support the main tenets of the assignment and/or the evidence cited is weak, unrelated, or does not support the part of the assignment in which is it cited.
24 to >0.0 pts
Emerging
Does not adequately use appropriate evidence to support the main tenets of the assignment.
0 pts
Incomplete
Missing or Assignment was not submitted and/or not submitted on time
30 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization and Coherence
Uses a logical progression of ideas and presents a clear articulation of main tenets. Almost entirely free of spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors.
Written coherently, using APA format or another
format as required.
25 to >23.75 pts
Advanced
Clear, logical, coherently written and appropriately formatted
23.75 to >20.0 pts
Competent
Assignment has some organizational, writing, and/or APA problems which distract from its flow and understandability.
20 to >0.0 pts
Emerging
Assignment has many organizational, writing, and/or APA problems which distract from its flow and understandability.
0 pts
Incomplete
Missing or Assignment was not submitted and/or not submitted on time
25 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCumulative Impression
The assignment, as a whole, is scholarly, compelling, and impressive.
15 to >14.25 pts
Advanced
The assignment as whole reflects graduate level scholarship. It is compelling, impressive, and contributes to expansion of knowledge.
14.25 to >12.0 pts
Competent
The assignment as whole is adequate as graduate level scholarship but needs polishing. It does not reflect a clear contribution to expansion of knowledge.
12 to >0.0 pts
Emerging
The assignment is unclear or inadequately structured with multiple content, organizational, writing, or APA problems.
0 pts
Incomplete
Missing or Assignment was not submitted and/or not submitted on time
15 pts
Total Points: 100
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Synthesis Matrix Chart
| Source 1 | Source 2 | Source 3 | Source 4 | Source 5 | |
| APA Reference Citation | Bedmar, M. A., Bennasar-Veny, M., Artigas-Lelong, B., Salvà-Mut, F., Pou, J., Capitán-Moyano, L., García-Toro, M., & Yáñez, A. M. (2022). Health and access to healthcare in homeless people: Protocol for a mixed-methods study. Medicine, 101(7), e28816. https://doi.org/10.1097/MD.0000000000028816 | Fornaro, M., Dragioti, E., De Prisco, M., Billeci, M., Mondin, A. M., Calati, R., Smith, L., Hatcher, S., Kaluzienski, M., Fiedorowicz, J. G., Solmi, M., de Bartolomeis, A., & Carvalho, A. F. (2022). Homelessness and health-related outcomes: An umbrella review of observational studies and randomized controlled trials. BMC Medicine, 20(224). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12916-022-02368-1 | Bauer, M. S., Stolzmann, K., Miller, C. J., Kim, B., Connolly, S. L., & Lew, R. (2021). Implementing the collaborative chronic care model in mental health clinics: Achieving and sustaining clinical effects. Psychiatric Services, 72(5), 586–589. https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.ps.202000117
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Onapa, H., Sharpley, C. F., Bitsika, V., McMillan, M. E., MacLure, K., Smith, L., & Agnew, L. L. (2022). The physical and mental health effects of housing homeless people: A systematic review. Health & Social Care in the Community, 30(2), 448–468. https://doi.org/10.1111/hsc.13486
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Sleet, D. A., & Francescutti, L. H. (2021). Homelessness and public health: A focus on strategies and solutions. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(21), 11660. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph182111660
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| Purpose of the Study/Article | To evaluate the complex relationship between homelessness and health, and to identify barriers and facilitators that impact access to healthcare by homeless populations. This study investigates the broader social determinants that affect the health outcomes of homeless people, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. | To rank the credibility of evidence from observational studies and randomized controlled trials (RCTs) regarding the associations between homelessness and health outcomes. The study aims to assess the robustness of current research on health-related outcomes for people experiencing homelessness (PEH). | To evaluate the implementation and sustainability of the Collaborative Chronic Care Model (CCM) in mental health clinics. This study explores whether this integrated model can effectively improve mental health care in clinical settings, making it relevant to adapting such models for homeless populations. | To review the impact of housing on both physical and mental health in homeless populations. The article systematically examines the effectiveness of housing interventions in improving health outcomes, highlighting the potential long-term benefits of stable housing on mental and physical well-being. | To present public health strategies and solutions for addressing homelessness through the lens of global public health. The article focuses on interventions and strategies that emphasize prevention, integration, and addressing the social determinants of health for the homeless. |
| Is this a research study? If it is an experimental research design, list the independent and dependent variables. If research is not experimental design, what is the study design? If this source is not a research study, what type of literature is represented in the resource? | Yes, it is a mixed-methods study using both quantitative and qualitative research approaches. The design includes a cross-sectional study of homeless populations and structured qualitative interviews using the life story technique. | Yes, it is an umbrella review of systematic reviews (SRs) and meta-analyses (MAs) of observational studies and randomized controlled trials (RCTs). It ranks evidence from observational studies on health-related outcomes among homeless populations. | Yes, this is an experimental research study designed to assess the effectiveness of the CCM in mental health clinics. It focuses on the sustainability of clinical effects in mental health care models. | Yes, it is a systematic review of existing literature on the effects of housing interventions for homeless populations, particularly focusing on their physical and mental health outcomes. | No, this is a literature review that compiles and synthesizes public health strategies and solutions aimed at addressing homelessness, rather than conducting an original research study. |
| What level of evidence is represented in the resource? | This mixed-methods study represents moderate-level evidence, as it combines both cross-sectional quantitative data and qualitative narratives, enhancing the depth of understanding of healthcare access barriers for homeless populations. | The umbrella review provides a high level of evidence by aggregating data from multiple observational studies and RCTs. Although some associations met stringent credibility criteria, the overall quality of evidence in many studies was deemed low. | This experimental research with clinical trials provides a high level of evidence regarding the application of integrated care models in clinical settings, which could inform mental health services for homeless populations. | This systematic review offers a moderate to high level of evidence, with data gathered from various studies on housing interventions. The review’s conclusions on the health impacts of housing interventions are backed by strong evidence from multiple studies. | As a literature review, this source provides a lower level of evidence compared to primary research studies but offers valuable insights by synthesizing broad public health strategies and interventions aimed at homelessness. |
| What findings/recommendations in this resource are relevant to a Mental Health Service Model for Homeless Populations? | The study highlights key barriers to healthcare access, including social determinants, poor health status, and the compounded effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. These findings are highly relevant to designing a mental health service model that addresses the unique healthcare challenges faced by homeless populations. The study underscores the importance of accessible, tailored health services. | The review finds that homelessness is associated with multiple adverse health outcomes, such as higher hospitalization rates, increased risk of falls, and worsened mental and physical health. These findings are crucial in identifying high-risk subgroups within the homeless population that require targeted interventions. | The study supports the efficacy of the Collaborative Chronic Care Model in improving mental health outcomes in clinical settings. The integrated, collaborative approach could be adapted for a mental health service model for homeless populations, ensuring long-term support and care coordination. | The systematic review shows that housing-first interventions significantly improve mental and physical health outcomes in homeless populations. Stable housing is critical for mental health service delivery, as it provides the foundation for consistent care and treatment. | This article emphasizes public health strategies such as prevention, early intervention, and integrating health services for homeless populations. Mental health services should be part of a comprehensive public health strategy to address homelessness at a structural level. |
| How does this resource support your proposed DNP of a Mental Health Service Model for Homeless Populations? | This study’s findings align with the need for accessible, comprehensive mental health services for homeless populations. It emphasizes the role of social determinants in shaping health outcomes, which can guide the design of a mental health service model that prioritizes equitable access to care. | The evidence from this umbrella review supports the development of targeted interventions for homeless populations, especially for those at high risk of adverse health outcomes. A DNP mental health service model can incorporate these findings to prioritize high-risk subgroups and address the most pressing health issues. | The effectiveness of the Collaborative Chronic Care Model in improving mental health outcomes can be directly applied to a DNP mental health service model. The collaborative, integrated approach can be adapted for homeless populations, fostering long-term care coordination and improved mental health services. | This review supports the importance of housing as a foundation for health care services, including mental health care. A housing-first model, integrated with mental health services, could serve as the core of a DNP project designed to provide comprehensive care for homeless populations. | The focus on public health strategies in this article highlights the importance of a comprehensive approach to mental health services. By integrating mental health care into broader public health interventions, a DNP model can address the root causes of homelessness and mental health disparities. |