Assignment:
Financing Healthcare
Consider how compensation for healthcare services shape delivery of care and reflects policy and policy changes and write a paper that addresses the bullets below. Be sure to completely address each bullet point. There should be four (4) sections in your paper; one for each bullet below. Separate each section in your paper with a clear brief heading that allows your professor to know which bullet you are addressing in that section of your paper. Include a “Conclusion” section that summarizes all topics. This assignment will be at least 1250 words.
This week you will reflect upon accountability in healthcare finance to address the following:
· Discuss the history of private health insurance and manage care and how it involved into a healthcare industry?
· Identify the key federal laws that protect individuals who are enrolled in private insurance.
· Briefly discuss consumer-driven healthcare and the empowerment of the healthcare consumer.
· Explore the opportunities which have emerged for nurses within the private insurance market.
Assignment Expectations
Length: 1250-1500 words in length
Structure: Include a title page and reference page in APA format. These do not count towards the minimal word amount for this assignment. Your essay must include an introduction and a conclusion.
References: Use the appropriate APA style in-text citations and references for all resources utilized to answer the questions. A minimum of two (2) scholarly sources are required for this assignment.

Policy Analysis Paper
Purpose: To investigate & integrate knowledge of advanced nursing practice, scholarly
inquiry, & leadership by examining a policy at the level of clinical practice, health care
systems, or public/social health policy. Submit a paper between 7-10 pages
long excluding title page and reference pages. Paper must be organized according to the
guidelines below and should include all the identified sections as required. Paper must be
completed in APA format and contain current scholarly sources dated from 2010 until
current.
Introduction
3 points

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 Generally define & describe the policy issue to be addressed.

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 Identify the purpose of analysis, the targeted level of policy (i.e., clinical
practice, health care systems, or public/social health) & significance of topic.

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 Identify questions the policy analysis is intended to address.
Background
3 points

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 Provide details of the issue or problem, including its nature/scope, relevant
literature & history, & the context within which the issue exists.

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 Describe existing policy addressing the issue, if any.

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 Discuss strengths & shortcomings in existing policy.

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 Identify & describe key stakeholders (individuals & groups) that are or will
be affected by the policy & why.
Analysis
9 points

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 Identify alternative policies to achieve objectives.

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 Establish/identify criteria that will be used for selection of “best” policy.

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 Evaluate each alternative & its potential impact relative to the healthcare &
patient outcomes.

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 Assess the trade-offs between alternatives.
Recommendations
6 points

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 Based on the analysis, identify the “best” alternative to address the current
issue & policy situation.

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 Provide rationale forselection.

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 Describe possible strategies to implement selected alternative.

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 Identify barriers to implementation of selected alternative.

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 Describe methods to evaluate policy implementation.
Discussion
6 points

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 Discuss analysis & recommendations relative to the original questions
identified, & the level of policy it is intended to address (i.e., clinical
practice, health care systems, or public).

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 Identify limitations of analysis.

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 Discuss implications for practice, education, research, & policy-making.
Conclusion
1.5 points

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 Summarize findings & recommendations of analysis

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 Identify questions to be addressed in future studies or policy analyses.
References
1.5 points

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 List all references cited in paper. Must be completed in APA format.
Appendices 

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 Table displaying results of analysis, including, for example, a list of
alternatives & the degree to which each alternative may be most
effective. Other tables & appendices as needed to support analysis.
Must pass through TURNIT IN

In a paper of 700+ words, describe the relationship between health care cost and quality. Address the following:

1. Select one public agency (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality) and one private agency (The Joint Commission) and differentiate their roles and major activities in addressing cost and quality in health care. 

2. Analyze current and projected initiatives to improve quality while simultaneously controlling costs. Describe any unintended consequences.

3. Synthesize implications for staff nurses and advanced practice nurses, including evidence-based practice, relative to cost and quality.

 APA Format 2+ references

Research fixed and growth mindsets in scholarly peer reviewed journals. Write 500 words explaining what each is.  Evaluate yourself, do you think you have a growth mindset or fixed?  This assignment allows you to use first person.  You can say things like “I have a fixed mindset because I focus on grades rather than on mastering the material.” If you find that you are in a fixed mindset, what can you do to shift to a growth mindset?
For all paragraphs that do not include your opinion, self-assessment, or steps that you plan to take to shift your mindset, you must use references and citations.
Ensure you use citations and references to avoid plagiarism. Do use any sources other than those which you include in your references.  Ensure that all references are cited.
Use APA 7th edition.
Be aware that if you plagiarize during this assignment it will be dealt with as outlined in UC’s policies.

MUST FOLLOW ALL THE GIVEN INSTRUCTIONS BELOW ……

Instructions:

This 2000 word written assignment has two distinct parts that you should address separately. Please use headings for each part.

You do not need to provide an introduction or a conclusion for the written assignment or any of the parts.

There are two family scenarios for you to choose from; select ONE scenario and use this for your entire assignment.

Part 1 – Nursing Care of the Family: Assessment (500 words)

 Create a genogram to visually depict the family’s structure. You must use the PowerPoint slide which will be supplied to you within the Assessment Folder on Learning@Griffith course site to create your genogram. Save the slide as a picture file (*.jpeg), and insert the picture into your document.

  •   Below the genogram, summarise the structure of the family to demonstrate your understanding of the family assessment findings.
  •   Use the Australian Family Strengths Nursing Assessment Guide (AFSNAG) to identify and briefly describe two (2) strengths of the family you are assessing.Part 2 – Nursing Care of the Family: Planning, Implementing and Evaluating (1,500 words)
    •   Select two (2) issues/challenges for the family or a member of the family you have selected. These issues may be identified by the nurse, family or both. These can be health, social, or developmental family issues/challenges e.g., breastfeeding, social isolation, transition to parenting; they should not be ‘medical’ issues e.g., diabetes, high blood pressure.
    •   For each issue/challenge identified in the family assessment (allow approximately 750 words per issue):
     a) Describetheissueb) Plannursingcarec) Implement nursing cared) Evaluate nursing careo Use appropriate evidence from scholarly literature to describe the issue and discuss what is known about the issue/challenge.o Provide a relevant nursing goal and justify the goal (explain why it is relevant to the issue) using appropriate evidence or policies.o Outline one nursing intervention that supports the family to achieve the goal. Each nursing intervention should be supplemented by the recommendation of an existing online resource for the family and an appropriate referral. 

Erythropoietin (EPO) Blood Doping Assignment

In January 2013, Lance Armstrong confessed to using performance enhancing drugs (PEDs) while competing and winning the Tour de France cycling competition over seven years. He has been stripped of his titles and banned from the sport for life.
One of the drugs he has confessed to using is Erythropoietin (EPO), a natural occuring hormone used by the medical community to treat a number of health conditions.
Your task is to thoroughly research EPO and its use as a performance enhancing drug by athletes and write an opinion paper based on your findings.
Things to consider when researching and writing your paper:

  • What EPO is, how it works in the body and how the body rids itself of this hormone.
  • How does the use of EPO use enhance an athlete’s performance?
  • What are the possible risks (if any) associated with EPO use?
  • What is the United States Anti-Doping Agency’s (USADA) stance on the use of EPO?
  • In your opinion, what are some of the negative social and economic impacts associated with the use of PEDs by professional athletes?
  • Why would athletes risk the type of negative consequences experienced by Lance Armstrong? In your opinion is it worth it?

Note on Writing In Science
All information and relevant data are to be included in a logically sequenced manner.  In your writing, it is important to use appropriate writing style, tone, and scientific terminology.  Conduct your research using reliable, peer-reviewed and industry sources and ensure that sources listed in your reference list are directly related to information presented in your paper.  Use the appropriate referencing style for science to cite your sources.

Please follow the instructions below 

Do you think more regulations and standards are needed for setting product prices, or should all companies be free to charge any prices they want? Why, or why not?

  Reflect on your coursework in your program of study( Autism Spectrum Disorder ). Choose one experience ( attached Collaboration Model)from this program that aligns to Council for Exceptional Children Advanced Preparations Standard 5.
Use the attachment “Week 2″ as an example to follow. Use the attached ” ” as the assignment that you are referring to throughout this assignment. Please review the attached rubric.  While APA format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and 4 references should be presented using APA documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide,
Advanced Preparation Standard 5: Leadership and Policy
5.0Special education specialists provide leadership to formulate goals, set and meet high professional expectations, advocate for effective policies and evidence-based practices, and create positive and productive work environments.
5.1 Special education specialists model respect and ethical practice for all individuals and encourage challenging expectations for individuals with exceptionalities.
5.2 Special education specialists support and use linguistically and culturally responsive practices.
5.3Special education specialists create and maintain collegial and productive work environments that respect and safeguard the rights of individuals with exceptionalities and their families.
5.4Special education specialists advocate for policies and practices that improve programs, services, and outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities.
5.5Special education specialists advocate for the allocation of appropriate resources for the preparation and professional development of all personnel who serve individuals with exceptionalities.
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Max Points: 155

Details:
 
In this assignment, you will be writing a 1,000-1,250-word essay   describing the differing approaches of nursing leaders and managers to   issues in practice. To complete this assignment, do the following:

Select an issue from the following list: nursing shortage and     nurse turn-over, nurse staffing ratios, unit closures and     restructuring, use of contract employees (i.e., registry and travel     nurses), continuous quality improvement and patient satisfaction,     and magnet designation.
Compare and contrast how you would     expect nursing leaders and managers to approach your selected issue.     Support your rationale by using the theories, principles, skills,     and roles of the leader versus manager described in your   readings.
Identify the approach that best fits your personal     and professional philosophy of nursing and explain why the approach     is suited to your personal leadership style.
Identify a     possible funding source that addresses your issue. Consider looking     at federal, state, and local organizations. For example: There are     many grants available through the CDC, HRSA, etc.
Use at     least two references other than your text and those provided in the   course.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the   APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is   not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to   beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for   successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. Please refer   to the directions in the Student Success Center.