Assignment 1: Motivational Interviewing Application to Stress
Purpose: Stress can have a negative impact upon one’s health. Students will incorporate knowledge of MI techniques to engage a
specific population in an evidence-based activity that reduces stress levels. Through creating a stress management plan, the APRN
gains experiential knowledge to utilize in their clinical practice.
For this assignment, explore a mindfulness technique of interest and apply it to a specific population.
Develop a scholarly paper that addresses the following criteria:
1. Explore pathology of toxic stress levels and scales used to measure it
2. Complete the Perceived Stress Management scale (PSS) provided and provide a summary of findings
3. Identify an intervention useful for stress management: journal, exercise (be specific i.e. running, walking, swimming), meditation, music therapy, equine therapy etc.
4. Research the intervention selected and cite evidence of effectiveness providing cultural considerations that may impact
success of the intervention
5. Outline motivational techniques used to develop an effective stress management plan
6. Develop two SMART goals (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time bound) that will be used to monitor the effectiveness of the management plan Include an introductory paragraph, purpose statement, and a conclusion. Include level 1 and 2 headings to organize the paper.
Write the paper in third person, not first person (meaning do not use ‘we’ or ‘I’) and in a scholarly manner..
