Assessment 1: Laying the Groundwork The first task in FPX 4035 is Assessment 1, where you likely examine a foundational topic or issue in nursing practice. You might be asked to research current literature, identify a gap, or reflect on how evidence applies to certain clinical contexts. In this stage, you should: Choose a topic relevant to current nursing challenges or practices. Find recent, high-quality research sources: peer-reviewed articles, systematic reviews, etc. Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of what’s been done already. Think about what needs improvement—where research is missing or practice is weak. For instructions, format expectations, and examples, you’d refer to NURS FPX 4035 Assessment 1.