1) Identify two nurse-sensitive indicators of quality that relate to patient care and analyze the influence of early quality improvement theories and philosophies on the development of those indicators. For this exercise, do not choose nurse sensitive indicators that relate to staffing levels.
How do you define quality as it pertains to health care and the practice of nursing? Some nurses may define quality as effective interdisciplinary teamwork that results in better patient-health outcomes, while hospital administrators may define quality as appropriately delegated responsibilities, completion of tasks, and effective patient flow. Due to the subjective nature of the […]
· Describe a method for providing both the patient and family with education and explain your rationale.
Mr. P is a 76-year-old male with cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure who has been hospitalized frequently to treat CHF symptoms. He has difficulty maintaining diet restrictions and managing his polypharmacy. He has 4+ pitting edema, moist crackles throughout lung fields, and labored breathing. He has no family other than his wife, who verbalizes sadness […]
Select one trend to discuss in detail and evaluate its implications for the delivery of care from the perspective of doctors, nurses, and patients.
For health care providers, changes in governmental policies, local and national economics, and the need to integrate new technologies, tests, and procedures can all impact the financial situation of an organization. In addressing financial issues, a myriad of factors must be considered, such as the varying objectives of those providing care, resource availability, the population […]
Determine a nursing practice problem that is of interest to you and that is appropriate for a quantitative research study. Note: You will continue to use this problem in the Discussions over the next several weeks.
that can be addressed using quantitative research methods. Based on the practice problem you select, formulate a quantitative research problem statement. In this Discussion, you are also given the opportunity to evaluate your colleagues’ problem statements. Please refer to this week’s Learning Resources for appropriate and scholarly examples of research problem statements and how they […]
•What types of hazards is the state/local authority threatened by? • In New York, the plan mentions storm debris, flooding, droughts, spills and invasive species. •Does the policy/plan consider the types of debris produced by those hazards?
-Rebecca Crispi Discussion Module 4 . Research and select a state or local debris management plan 2. Read the plan and conduct a critical review answering: •What types of hazards is the state/local authority threatened by? • In New York, the plan mentions storm debris, flooding, droughts, spills and invasive species. •Does the policy/plan consider […]
What could be done to strengthen inter-organizational coordination, both vertically and horizontally, based on the information obtained from lectures and assigned readings.
After reviewing the article “First the Flood, Now the Fight” multiple times, I was unable to find clearly defined examples of horizontal or vertical integration in the article based off the definitions and examples we learned in the assigned video. Horizontal integration is when a company or organization acquires a similar company or organization in […]
Describe four cardiovascular conditions that may lead to heart failure and what can be done in the form of medical/nursing interventions to prevent the development of heart failure in each condition.
Use the following Case Scenario, Subjective Data, and Objective Data to answer the Critical Thinking Questions. Case Scenario Mrs. J. is a 63-year-old woman who has a history of hypertension, chronic heart failure, and sleep apnea. She has been smoking two packs of cigarettes a day for 40 years and has refused to quit. Three […]
What is the relationship between state and local mitigation planning?.
Read the article Planning for Resiliency: Evaluation of State Hazard Mitigation Plans under the Disaster Mitigation Act by Philip Berke 1.What is the relationship between state and local mitigation planning?. 2.Based on the research article, list at least three steps and explain the measures you would recommend to strengthen mitigation planning in your community?. Format. […]
How can an emergency manager keep the public involved in hazard mitigation and the implementation of a hazard mitigation plan after it has been approved and adopted?
As a student, you already have gained a great deal of knowledge. What you know and have experienced prior to this class will affect how you perceive, learn, and retain new information. Your learning is also affected by what you think you know. To share your current knowledge, respond to the following in a few […]
Describe the role the patient history and physical exam played in the diagnosis. Then, suggest potential treatment options based on your patient diagnosis.
Post an explanation of the differential diagnosis for the patient in the case study that you selected. Describe the role the patient history and physical exam played in the diagnosis. Then, suggest potential treatment options based on your patient diagnosis.
What the future holds for the medical care in elderly communities.
As we discussed in Week One, our society is becoming much older and much more culturally diverse. With the older adult population growing so drastically, the medical community is beginning to feel the impact. As to be expected, older adults are the highest users of physician services, prescription medication, hospital services, and long-term care facilities. […]
dentify and describe at least three different specialty areas in public health to include the actual roles/careers, responsibilities, and organizations that employ these positions.
dentify and describe at least three different specialty areas in public health to include the actual roles/careers, responsibilities, and organizations that employ these positions. Explain whether you have any interest in any of these service areas and the organizations that typically employ these positions. Discuss what your ideal career would be like in public health
