...Health Care Research In looking at the definition of research, it is pretty much defined the same no matter what resource you are looking at. Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th Edition (2003) defines research as: 1) careful or diligent search; 2) studious inquiry or examination; investigation or experimentation aimed at the discovery and interpretation of facts, revision of accepted theories or laws in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised in the light of new facts, or practical application of such new or revised theories or laws; 3) the collecting of information about a particular subject. Research may mean different things to different people but research to me means to participate in research and to search for information on a subject or a particular problem. Research is an important part of Ashford Academics. “Health care organizations have become extremely complex hence health care management has also taken on a complexity of its own. Health care managers must therefore be very versatile in management skills while being very knowledgeable in health care issues. One cannot expect to be fully prepared for a lifetime career of health care management by an academic program alone. Further growth and professional development are demanded in a highly dynamic environment such as health care” (Isaac, 1995). As a leader in health care, research is important because either it justifies a point being made or it allows you to interpret...
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...Influences of Health Care Research HCS/465 February 22nd, 2016 Dawn Bricker Influences of Health Care Research In this paper we will discuss an innovation that has been developed in the last 20 years that has influenced the health care industry. That innovation is telemedicine. Telemedicine What is telemedicine? According to the American Telemedicine Association, “Formally defined, telemedicine is the use of medical information exchanged from one site to another via electronic communications to improve a patient’s clinical health status. Telemedicine includes a growing variety of applications and services using two-way video, email, smart phones, wireless tools and other forms of telecommunications technology.” They continue, ” Starting out over 40 years ago with demonstrations of hospitals extending care to patients in remote areas, the use of telemedicine has spread rapidly and is now becoming integrated into the ongoing operations of hospitals, specialty departments, home health agencies, private physician offices as well as consumer’s homes and workplaces.” This innovation has lasted 40 years and has continued to gain traction and popularity in recent years due to the advances in technology. There are many benefits for telemedicine. Improved access is very important, given the provider shortages throughout the world, in both rural and urban areas; telemedicine has a unique capacity to increase service to millions of new patients. Reducing or containing...
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...look on the history of US’s health care system, we should first look at the health care history of similar countries. In 1883, the world’s first move towards a national health insurance system was in Germany; it was called the Sickness Insurance Law, a type of worker’s compensation. (Katzmann, Lynne Susan. “The German Sickness Insurance Programme 1883-1911: Its relevance for contemporary American health policy.” LSE Theses Online, London School of Economics and Political Science, 1 Jan. 1992, etheses.lse.ac.uk/1296/.) By the 1930’s, Western and Central Europe, along with Japan and Russia, had some type of health care system in place. Not much changed until World War II. Following the war, the UK launched the National Health Service,...
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...countries ("Introduction To The Uninsured: Current Controversies"). These results probably have much to do with the fact that as of 2008, 15 percent of the U.S. population is not covered by any means of health care insurance ("Introduction To The Uninsured: Current Controversies"). Not having health insurance because of the fact of how costly it is can be a contributing factor to people putting off and doing without health insurance, even on the occasion...
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...recently stated, “An overwhelming majority of americans remain unaware that health insurers are required to provide coverage for mental health” (American Psychological). The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 made it required by law to cover metal and behavioral health; even with this act in place there are still limits in the amount of coverage and benefits given by each provider. Though the government does not pay much attention to people’s psychological conditions, this was to try and help those who are struggling psychologically receive the help they so desperately need. Despite the mental healthcare system being barely acknowledged and underfunded, there are numerous...
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...with the research used are reliable, or valid. Thus, knowing when to determine if the evidence based research is effective and adoptive, or providing conclusive information that can support the changes to happen in a hospital practice is important an factor too ensuring those changes are valid for the hospital. Therefore, having the professionalism and logic reasoning to always put your patient preference first before acting is very important, and good evidence based demonstration that can provide research and analytical...
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...that has been the number one topic is health insurance and whether or not we should choose to change over to a universal health care plan. The number of uninsured citizens is above 40 million; health care is becoming unaffordable and we could fix it by simply adding a few new aspects. There are many different types of health care organizations that are offered to people around the world. Some of these organizations include: the provider group, health maintenance group and in many cases a combination of ideas from both groups. The idea of a universal health care plan would make it so that every...
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...major change was made to healthcare March 23, 2010 when then President Barack Obama signed the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, making it a law. The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act is also referred to as simply the Affordable Care Act or as others affectionately refer to it as “Obama Care”. This was the first major healthcare reform since 1965 when Medicare and Medicaid was introduced. This healthcare reform act attempts to address the healthcare needs in the United States. Even with the introduction of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, healthcare reform is still a hot button subject for many people. Healthcare Reform 101 was written by Rick Panning and was published in the spring of 2014 in the Clinical Laboratory Science publication. In this article Panning discusses healthcare reform and how it was affected by the passing of President Obama’s Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. In this paper we will explore the writings of Panning, 2014 touching on the strengths and weaknesses of his article....
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...have had experience with the health care system. In this paper I am going to explain all about the health care system by explaining what the problem is with our health care program. And even many of us would like to know how we would solve this problem and improve the entire system. Think about it this way say u or a family member or friend had a severe crisis, bad car accident, or needed emergency surgery and ended up in a medical facility for months, doctor bills on top of more doctor bills, treatment, therapy, numerous of medications and other types of health things to...
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...greatest, if not the greatest nation in the world. It is known for having the most productive economy, and the most powerful military in the world. So, my question is, why wouldn’t a superpower like the U.S. provide its citizens with a universal healthcare system? Of the 25 healthiest nations in the world it is the only one without it. With an estimated 45 million people in the U.S uninsured, it baffles my mind that the so called “greatest nation” still does not have this system. I personally all persons should have the right to be provided with health coverage, and that our nation should be obligated to provide it to us. During th (Thibodeaux, 2010)ese next few pages I will be discussing what a universal health care system entails, how it is provided, and its advantages and disadvantages....
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...A health care proxy is an official legal document that appoints a person of your choosing the permission to make any and all health care related decisions for you in the event that you can no longer do it yourself. This is what is known as a proxy, power of attorney or agent and the doctor will go by what they tell them in your stead. When you are planning your estate, or even before that, it's one of the most important things you can do to protect your rights and wishes in the event that you are unable to make medical decisions on your own. This ensures that you will always get the type of health care that you want, where you want and by the doctors you want. You do not have to be terminally ill in order for a health care proxy to take effect either, it can take effect if your mental capacity has somehow been affected by illness or trauma as well....
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...HCS 465 Applying the Background and Methodology of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care University of Phoenix September 16, 2013 Eduardo E. Perez Instructor: Dorene Fankhauser Applying the Background and Methodology of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care There have been many studies and as well as research methods that have been used to conduct research on childhood obesity over recent years, and the ways that parents and health care providers can help prevent it. The studies have been and are conducted on children between the ages of six months to twelve years of age. Childhood obesity is a growing trend in the United States and has become a major concern for pediatricians and parents. Studies have shown that nearly 10% of children who are younger than five and two years who are obese. The study is to help resolve obesity in children, and help the health care administrators to find ways to help control this disease with using different methodology measures. The purpose for this study is to locate preventative measures for obesity in children, how we may provide ways to assist the medical professionals in providing care that are needed. Many of the research questions address different ways that pediatricians could prevent childhood obesity by simply educating the parents. Some of the particular questions were also directed towards the mother that breastfeed their child to maintain a healthy weight. Lastly there were questions about the sugared...
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...Methodology of the Research Process to Problems in Health Care Background and Methodology of the Research Process Abstract Childhood obesity over the years has grown by more than 9 million and that number is expected to grow even more. Parents do not always get a say in the way schools are run, but this article has given parents the opportunity to give their opinions on what they feel is important for their children’s health. The researchers in this article surveyed parents on what can be done in schools to help fight the growing number of children becoming obese. Problem to Solve The problem that this article focuses on is childhood obesity. This paper gives parental perceptions of the schools' role in addressing childhood obesity. Childhood obesity has risen dramatically over the past few years. Approximately over 9 million children are obese and that number continues to rise (Murphy & Polivka, 2007). More than ever schools play an important role in a child’s life. Obesity can cause many more health issues if not treated. This can be treated with more physical activity and better eating habits. Unfortunately, more children are doing less physical activities and eating unhealthy foods. Myers and Vargas decided to survey 200 people to get their views on childhood obesity (Murphy & Polivka, 2007). This article discusses how they feel and what can be done to fix the issue. Health Care Administrators This problem is very important for health care administrators to...
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...The legislation relating to Heath and Safety in social care is The Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and CQC and local authority trading standards. 1.2 Health and Safety policies and procedures protect those in social care settings by ensuring there is a structured way to carry out all tasks required. 1.3 A Social care worker is responsible for the day to day general providing of care and the reporting of any issues or concerns. The employer or manager is responsible for the recruitment, training, policy enforcement and support of care workers. Others in the health care setting are responsible for the overall legislation's and policy writing. They are also responsible for ensuring that all investigations are carried out correctly and professionally....
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...Hello, My name is Mary Carnahan; I am currently taking classes for Health Care Administrator. This is the second time I have been with Brookline College; the first time was Oct. 2013-Jan. 2015 in which I received my Associate’s Degree. I re-enrolled in June 2015 to achieve a Bachelor’s Degree in the same field as mentioned above. I never attended for my grades to get so far behind. What happened? Life happened; my laptop cashed and I was force to use our public library but the biggest circumstance that happened was a very personal family matters that resulted in a family member having to get professional mental help. My mind was not fully on my studies but having her back home and doing much better I am able to concentrate more as you can...
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