Written Assignment – Domestic Violence

Scoring Rubric: Criteria Week 9: Domestic Violence

Sources are cited throughout the body of the paper. Reference page is formatted correctly per APA format. Proper grammar, punctuation, spelling, sentence structure and word usage. The entire paper shows detail to the topic, and the sentences flow well from one thought to the next.

A minimum of 3 appropriate references are used. Nursing journals, Periodicals, Medical journals, Nursing reference books, governmental web sites, etc. (No sites such as Wikipedia).

The topic is related to domestic violence identification, impact on society, healthcare, and the individual.

The topic is clearly introduced in the introductory paragraph.

The prevalence of the problem is clearly and correctly outlined.

Risk factors or preventative measures related to the topic are included.

Nursing care and referral to appropriate resources is clearly and correctly outlined.

Teaching topics important to the patient and the family are clearly and correctly outlined.

The topic is clearly summarized in the closing paragraph.

The paper is 2 pages (excluding the cover sheet and reference page(s).