List and briefly describe 3 of the recommendations for health care reform from experts, interest groups, etc.

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The health care reform debate is not a new one. The plan for a national system was a Hillary Clinton platform when she was First Lady. The notion lost steam and was placed on the back shelf until the election of President Obama. During President Obama’s presidency, the debate for the need of a national plan has heated up considerably. It is incumbent on us all to become as informed about health care reform as possible because it affects us, our family, and loved ones.

  1. List and briefly describe 3 of the recommendations for health care reform from experts, interest groups, etc.
  2. The health care reform debate is not a new one. The plan for a national system was a Hillary Clinton platform when she was First Lady. The notion lost steam and was placed on the back shelf until the election of President Obama. During President Obama’s presidency, the debate for the need of a national plan has heated up considerably. It is incumbent on us all to become as informed about health care reform as possible because it affects us, our family, and loved ones.
    1. List and briefly describe 3 of the recommendations for health care reform from experts, interest groups, etc.
    2. Discuss how the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) fits (or does not fit) with the recommendations.

    Length: Submit a 2-page paper.

Length: Submit a 2-page paper.

What is the intended purpose of the PPACA that was signed into law in 2010? Will it meet its intended purpose based on what you’ve read in this article and from your own research on the topic?

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The overall goal of the Session Long Project is to examine health care delivery in the United States. Read the article “Remaking the American health care system: A positive reflection on the Affordable Care Act with emphasis on mental health care.” by Ogundipe, Alam, Gazula, Olagbemiro, Osiezagha, Rahn, and Richie. After reading the article, please respond to the following questions.

  1. What is the intended purpose of the PPACA that was signed into law in 2010? Will it meet its intended purpose based on what you’ve read in this article and from your own research on the topic?
  2. What do the authors state are the issues with the quality of care being provided?
  3. Identify and discuss the four mechanisms that will be implemented by the PPACA.

There are times when new standards of practice need to be reviewed, changed, or added to. Who governs this change, and how is it done?

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There are times when new standards of practice need to be reviewed, changed, or added to. Who governs this change, and how is it done?

Describe a public health issue that could be addressed by each theory.

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 Select two individual health behavior theories. Compare and contrast the two theories. Explain how each theory works to include its benefits and challenges. Describe a public health issue that could be addressed by each theory. (Note: This list of theories that was mentioned in the text and lectures is not exhaustive. There are other theories outside of what was mentioned). For the theories you have identified:

 Compare these three culture and how disease and prevention it is influence by the cultural practices.

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.  Greek and Hindu heritage are base on the oriental culture and the Cuban heritage in occidental.  Please discuss the beliefs of these three cultures and how they influence the delivery of health care.  2.  Compare these three culture and how disease and prevention it is influence by the cultural practices.  As always and stated in the syllabus present your assignment in an APA word Arial 12 font attached to the forum in the blackboard called “week 13 discussion questions”.  A minimum of 2 evidence based references are required.  2 replies to any of your peers sustained with the proper references are required.  A minimum of 500 words are required.

Who are the stakeholders both in support of and in opposition to medicinal cannabis use? 

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Trace the history of cannabis use and its effect on health (select one current article from a nursing journal on the benefits and/or hazards of smoking cannabis).

  1. Who are the stakeholders both in support of and in opposition to medicinal cannabis use?
  2. What does current medical/nursing research say regarding the increasing use of medicinal cannabis.
  3. What are the policy and future practice implications based on the current prescribed rate of cannabis?

Imagine that you are going to make a visit to your representative in Congress.

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First Steps on Becoming a Grassroots Lobbyist/Advocate for Health Care Policy

This assignment has two parts, numbered below. Write each question as a new topic area, then follow with a paragraph or two to answer the question. You may find it necessary to search for answers to the questions outside of the assigned reading. Be sure to use APA guidelines for writing style, spelling and grammar, and citation of sources.

Tasks:

  1. Imagine that you are going to make a visit to your representative in Congress. Develop a one-page document that supports your position on the AHCA that you would leave with your representative or his or her aide when you make your visit. This one-pager, also called a “leave behind,” should state your position clearly in bullet points and give your reasons why your position is preferred. This “leave behind” should have 1 inch margins and utilize 14-point font throughout. If you were making this visit in person, you would present your “leave behind” to the person with whom you speak during your visit. Include a second page that describes your rationale for the position in your “leave behind” page supported by at least two journal articles.
  2. Write a two-page brief to describe the scenario surrounding your legislative visit. Understanding the political affiliation of your representative, include answers to the following:
    • Was your member in support or in opposition to the AHCA?
    • State three points that you would cover in support or opposition to your representative’s position.
    • How does your nursing experience influence the advocacy position that you take on the AHCA?

Submission Details:

  • Submit your response in a 4-page Microsoft Word document.
  • Name your document SU_NSG4068_W3_Project_LastName_FirstInitial.doc.
  • Submit your document to the Submissions Area by the due date assigned.
  • Cite sources in the APA format on a separate page.

Identify relevant “health behavior(s)” that contributes to increasing and/or decreasing risk factor for contracting the disease.

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You have been hired as Assistant Manager of a Home Health Care Agency. The agency offers a wide range of skilled medical services such as nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy from qualified medical professionals. The agency also provides home health aide services including assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating.

Your supervisor told you that she recently received a call from an advocate whom an employee consulted via the Employee Assistance Program because the employee felt that she had been treated unfairly after contracting an illness. She explained that a few months ago, one of your agency’s home health aides, Sara, became ill. Sara had been coughing for approximately six weeks, lost weight without trying, had no appetite, was having difficulty sleeping, and had an intermittent fever. She became concerned and went to see a healthcare professional who diagnosed her with active tuberculosis (TB).

Sara missed a lot of time from work while completing treatment for TB. Her physician cleared her to return to work after she was no longer contagious. Upon returning to work, Sara felt isolated because her boss and co-workers refused to spend time with her. She heard that someone from the agency’s Human Resources Department told her co-workers her diagnosis. The stressful circumstances at work became even worse when another home health aide started to display the same symptoms Sara had.

Your supervisor has asked you to review the entire situation and how it was handled by the agency.

Now, in a complete 600-800 words paper, address the following questions: (DO NOT WRITE QUESTIONS IN THE PAPER)

  1. Identify relevant “health behavior(s)” that contributes to increasing and/or decreasing risk factor for contracting the disease.
  2. Identify and describe a surveillance system that monitors disease or health-related risk factors in the United States.
  3. Was risk communication essential for Sara’s co-workers? Why or why not?
  4. Describe the key components in developing crisis and emergency risk communication messages.

Your paper must include:

  • · 100% originality
  • · 600-800 words count excluding title and reference page
  • · Proper introduction and conclusion
  • · 3 credible references cited in APA

Explain the implications of this problem for the stakeholders involved in this home health organization. Be sure to compare and contrast the implications for the different stakeholders and give special attention to the residents that Sara visited in their homes.

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Read this scenario:

You have been hired as Assistant Manager of a Home Health Care Agency. The agency offers a wide range of skilled medical services such as nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy from qualified medical professionals. The agency also provides home health aide services including assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating.

Your supervisor told you that she recently received a call from an advocate whom an employee consulted via the Employee Assistance Program because the employee felt that she had been treated unfairly after contracting an illness. She explained that a few months ago, one of your agency’s home health aides, Sara, became ill. Sara had been coughing for approximately six weeks, lost weight without trying, had no appetite, was having difficulty sleeping, and had an intermittent fever. She became concerned and went to see a healthcare professional who diagnosed her with active tuberculosis (TB).

Sara missed a lot of time from work while completing treatment for TB. Her physician cleared her to return to work after she was no longer contagious. Upon returning to work, Sara felt isolated because her boss and co-workers refused to spend time with her. She heard that someone from the agency’s Human Resources Department told her co-workers her diagnosis. The stressful circumstances at work became even worse when another home health aide started to display the same symptoms Sara had.

Your supervisor has asked you to review the entire situation and how it was handled by the agency.

Now, in a complete 600-800 words paper, address the following: (DO NOT WRITE QUESTIONS IN THE PAPER)

  1. In consideration of Sara’s privacy and in an effort to educate members of the organization of the possible outbreak, what strategies/steps should the Department of Human Resources (HR) do to ensure health information is provided to all stakeholders? Explain 5-6 strategies and offer concrete information to support your viewpoint.
  2. Explain the implications of this problem for the stakeholders involved in this home health organization. Be sure to compare and contrast the implications for the different stakeholders and give special attention to the residents that Sara visited in their homes.

Your paper must include:

  • · 100% originality
  • · 600-800 words count excluding title and reference page
  • · Proper introduction and conclusion
  • · 3 credible references cited in APA