Executive Summary
- Introduces the purpose of the brief, its timeless, impact, and the potential benefits of solving the problem.
- Conclusions are supported with relevant data.
Background and Significance - Discusses SDOH that impact and are impacted by the issues.
- Discusses how the following impact or are impacted by the issue: (a) health, (b) the economy, (c) the healthcare system (d) nursing practice or advanced nursing practice, (e) the environment, and (f) human rights (eg ethical factors and theories).
Policy Option / Position Statement - Discussion past legislation efforts and addresses their shortcomings.
- Introduces and supports a recommendation for a current bill.
- Provides a working link to the bill.
Evidence-Based Strategies - Three strategies from the bill are selected and evaluated for their effectiveness, efficiency, and equity.
- Conclusions are supported with evidence.
Recommendations foe Action - Recommends a revision to at least on aspect of the bill.
- Supports decision by demonstrating how that aspect did not meet effectiveness, efficiency, or equity standards.
Preparing for the Opposition - Introduces potential opposing stance.
- Discusses evidence to support a rebuttal.
Language and Styling - Organization and visual interest.
- Professional language and voice