Information Technology and Systems for Health Care

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HI300: Information Technology and Systems for Health Care

TOPIC #1: EHR Implementation: Gathering Information

This is your first day on the job as Assistant Director in the HIM department at Community Medical Center (CMC). You meet with the HIM Director and she explains that CMC has given her the go-ahead to begin the process of implementing an electronic medical record. As Assistant Director, you will have responsibility for several phases of this important project. Your Director knows that while you have earned an RHIT certification, you still need to learn some background before you begin.

EHR Implementation: Investigating Vendors

The HIM Director assigns you a very important task in rolling out an EHR: investigating vendors. She recommends researching different vendors. The two of you discuss some important questions to determine which software best meets your organization’s needs: What features are must-haves? What features are strong wants, but not absolutely necessary? What does one vendor have that another doesn’t? Your budget has a limit. Will this vendor meet your budget? How might this impact staffing?

Compare alternatives: The lower-cost product does not have a physician order component, which means physician orders will be hand-written and you will have to scan them to add to the EHR. The mid-cost product does not link to diagnostic reports. The higher-cost product gives you the convenience of a fully electronic record, but at a price. You still must budget for scanners, because you know there are still paper documents that the HIM department receives that will need to be added to the EHR.

Gathering Information

Deliverable:

1. In your initial post, research and evaluate two different vendors and recommend one of them to the Director and add the reasons why you picked one vendor over the other. (150 words minimum)

HI305: Management of Health Information

TOPIC #2: Risk Management

Please review the Discussion Board grading rubric.

Your initial response to the prompt should be a minimum of 175 words

Go to the following website:

Source: AHIMA body of knowledge: AHIMA. Retrieved from http://library.ahima.org/xpedio/groups/public/documents/web_assets/bok_home.hcsp

 

As you navigate the website, you will notice that there are some articles that are for members only, but there are several articles that are public documents. Search for Practice Briefs related to Risk Management. In your initial post you will discuss opportunities, challenges, and best practices, related to Risk Management, and the role of the HIM professional.

Trends that have a Great Influence on Managed Healthcare

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Trends that have a Great Influence on Managed Healthcare

Throughout the course, you have been learning about managed care, both past and present. Conduct additional research on trends happening in managed care today. The following websites are a great place to start:

You can also visit the following videos related to managed care trends:

Managed Care contracting and Payer Scorecards

Monitoring Performance: A Dashboard of Medi-Cal Managed Care

After conducting your research, construct a 3-4pages report of your findings. At a minimum, your report should

  1. Identify at least two trends that you feel have a great impact on managed health care today.
  2. Discuss the effect these trends have on managed care.
  3. Explain how these trends will continue to influence managed care in the future.
  4. Evaluate the potential impact on government and state sponsored, Medicare and Medicaid programs.
  5. Analyze and provide at least two reasons why implementing Medicaid managed care is so complex.

 

Patient Centered Medical Home

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Patient Centered Medical Home

Select one of the following questions for your initial post, which is due before Thursday evening at 11:59 pm EST. Please copy and paste the question at the beginning of your initial response so everyone knows which question you are answering. Be sure to include a properly formatted citation from your textbook and a peer-reviewed source for your initial post. The post should be at least 450 words.

 

  • Why is the hospital emergency department sometimes used for non-urgent conditions? What are the consequences?
  • What is meant by the term “patient centered medical home (PCMH)”? Has the PCMH model proven to be an effective model to deliver safe, effective healthcare?
  • Describe the scope of public health ambulatory services in the United States.
  • Describe how some of the changes in the health services delivery system have led to a decline in hospital inpatient days and a growth in ambulatory services.
  • What is alternative medicine? What role does it play in the delivery of health care? Explain how alternative medicine may be more beneficial than traditional medicine.

Health Risks, Disasters, and Nursing

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Health Risks, Disasters, and Nursing

Topic 1: Child and Adolescent Health Risks

As you discovered in this week’s lectures and readings, several populations face multiple health risks across their lifespan. Children and adolescents are a population that is at a higher health risk for obesity. A national movement is underway to reduce risk factors for developing obesity in children. Part of this movement is the “Let’s Move!” campaign, which is a comprehensive and coordinated initiative to prevent childhood obesity. The initiative emphasizes four primary components: healthy schools, access to affordable and healthy food, raising children’s physical activity levels, and empowering families to make healthy choices. Review Healthy People 2020:

  • Identify risk factors for childhood obesity.
  • Do the risk factors differ and how do they differ between children and adolescents?
  • Identify objectives that will combat childhood and adolescent obesity.
  • Provide suggestions on how community health nurses can contribute to these national health objectives and accomplish the goal of decreasing obesity among this population.

Topic 2: Disaster Management

Contact your local public health department to learn about its role in a local disaster, including the role of the nurses who work there.

  • What did you learn from your discussion with the local health department?
  • Would you be a good candidate to serve on a disaster team?
  • Would your current employer be flexible in allowing you to participate in a disaster situation?
  • What is your personal preparedness to face a disaster?

Healthcare Administrators Medical Ethics and Physician Patient Encounters

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Ethical Dilemma Brief

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INTRODUCTION

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Health care administrators are confronted with ethical dilemmas and difficult decision making during their work. As we have already discovered, there are important interactions between ethical behaviors and legal issues. Health care administrators need to understand the relationships as well as the distinct differences. Health care institutions have ethics committees that play a central role in the protection of patient’s rights, the organization as a whole, and its staff.

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INSTRUCTIONS

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Imagine you work as a professional health care administrator in a large medical center. You have been asked to present a paper at a professional conference on medical ethics and caregiver-patient encounters. You must write a paper about a significant physician-patient ethical dilemma in a medical setting, defending the decision and conclusions made.

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Below is a resource with multiple ethical case studies that involved patients, their families, and members of the interdisciplinary team. Choose one of the scenarios on this site, or select a case of your own choosing from another resource.

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Your paper should be 3–5 pages and should include a title page and references, for a total of 5–7 pages.

The grading criteria for this executive summary is as follows. It must include the elements listed below, so be sure to address each point. You may also want to review the performance-level descriptions for each criterion in the scoring guide to see how your work will be assessed:

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  1. Prepare a brief from the perspective of a lead administrator dealing with an ethical dilemma.
  2. Apply ethical and moral theories to a case study involving a patient and caregivers.
  3. Outline the ethical concerns and potential outcomes in a selected ethical dilemma.
  4. Propose a solution to mitigate the issues raised in a selected ethical dilemma.
  5. Defend the solution from an ethical standpoint.
  6. Use at least three peer-reviewed articles less than five years old.
  7. Provide appropriate in-text citations and reference section.
  8. Meet clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirements.

 

Ethics Project Internet Privacy Overview

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Ethics Project Internet Privacy Overview

Project: Internet Privacy
Problem:
“Our smartphones and other devices that connect to the Internet enable us to share our information,
such as where we are, what we’ve eaten, who we’re friends with, when we’ve exercised, and what
we’re interested in. In essence, we’ve become a public society. And studies show that for the most part,
we don’t care about being open. But, should we? It’s not just our friends and families that we’re sharing
this information with. Governments and companies are listening, too, and we’ve learned that often they
can’t be trusted in how they collect and use our data.

In many cases, we agree to privacy terms when we
want to use a device or software. We’ve come to accept that there’s a trade-off between being able to
use a device or software and giving up some level of privacy. But is this the way it should be? Can we
have smart devices that offer us great conveniences while preserving our fundamental right to
privacy? Who is ultimately responsible for controlling our privacy:

we or the companies that make the
devices?” (Evans A., Martin, K., Poatsy, M.A., 2018: page 124)1
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1. You’ll research an ethical situation on internet privacy from the perspective of digital device,
software owners or platform users who enjoy the social networking feature of the
device/software/platform.
2. Answer the questions as indicated in the Problem section and outline the pros and cons of your
position.
3. Follow the project outline below for your write-up (see page 2 of this document). Upload your writeup to eCampus – Ethics Project Internet Privacy (in Word format).

how the ‘human factor’ can impact the efficacy of forensics

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how the ‘human factor’ can impact the efficacy of forensics

Your answers to EACH of the three questions must be between 150-250 words (for a total of 450-750 words). This means question 1 should be at least 150 words, question 2 should be at least 150 words, etc. Writing 200 words for question 1 and only 100 words for question 2 is not acceptable. Failure to meet the minimum word count for any of the three questions will result in a lower score.

Yes, you need to cite your sources (including the assigned material) using APA version 7 citation format. Failure to cite all sources will result in a lower score and plagiarism will result in an academic complaint. You will not be allowed to re-submit a post in which you have plagiarized.

You must write complete sentences. No bullet points allowed.

Responses must be written in your own words. No quotes allowed.

 

ONLY USE THE SOURCES OF EACH QUESTION, NO OUTSIDE SOURCE.

 

human factors

Answer the following questions:

1a. We’ve discussed how the ‘human factor’ can impact the efficacy of forensics. These human factors are especially influential in subjective forensics (i.e. footwear, tool-mark, fingerprint, etc.). Now let’s talk about more objective forensic evidence. Watch ‘ Exploring bias in forensic DNA profiling (Links to an external site.) Shape, arrow Description automatically generated‘. How can bias influence DNA profiling?

1b. What can we do to mitigate bias and can we ever really completely eliminate bias?

 

2a. Before you started your degree in criminal justice (or took your first criminal justice class), did you have any misconceptions the CJ system?

2b. If so, where did these misconceptions come from?

2c. Read ‘ The ‘CSI Effect’: Does It Really Exist?

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Preview the document‘. After reading the responses from the survey, identify at least one pro and at least one con of the CSI effect.

2d. After reading the article, do you think the CSI effect is a major concern for our legal system?

2e. Why or why not?

 

3a. Some suggest populating forensic databases, particularly DNA databases, with the entire population (either of the nation or world-wide) would increase the effectiveness of the database. Read ‘ DNA Sample Collection from Arrestees (Links to an external site.) ‘ and explain some of the logistical challenges. Read ‘ Forensic databases: benefits and ethical and social costs

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Preview the document‘ (note: I am aware this is a UK article but some issues are universal) and explain some of the social and ethical challenges.

3b. Based on the challenges, do you think it is worth adding the entire population to a forensic database?

3c. Why or why not?

normal processes of defecation and urination

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 normal processes of defecation and urination

Reply 1

Re: Topic 3 DQ 1

Elimination complexities refer to the inability of the body to get rid of waste through normal processes of defecation and urination. These problems result in an abnormality in the life of the patient since the body can no longer function normally. Previously, these processes were automatic and one does not necessarily have to undergo procedures to remove the waste. After the development of illnesses such as kidney disease, patients have to go for dialysis to eliminate waste from the body since their kidneys can no longer perform this function (Yates, 2021). Elimination complexities affect the lives of the patient and family in numerous ways. To begin with, due to the lack of proper elimination of toxins from the body the patient will most likely develop an infection in the bladder or digestive system, thus making his health even worse.

These abnormalities in the waste elimination process may lead the patient to develop poor mental health outcomes (Yates, 2021). On the other hand, the family has to ensure they provide living assistance to the patient at all times to carry out elimination processes. The situation is more difficult when the patient is an elder adult. As the family has to arrange for a primary home-based caregiver to help the patient. This can be costly, thus leading to financial and mental pressure on family members.

important role in the provision of holistic car

The nurse plays an important role in the provision of holistic care to the patient as they continue in their wellness journey. The first role is social support to help the patient to cope with changes in his lifestyle both physically and mentally (GCU, 2018). Another role played by the nurse is the psychological aspect to ensure the patient’s self-esteem is not affected negatively. For instance, for a patient with kidney disease, the nurse can encourage them to use the healing process and organize therapy sessions to help them cope with the changes effectively.

References

Grand Canyon University (Ed). (2018). Pathophysiology: Clinical applications for client health. Retrieved from https://lc.gcumedia.com/nrs410v/pathophysiology-clinical-applications-for-client-health/v1.1/

Yates, A. (2021). Part 1: Continence issues: an overview. Journal of Community Nursing, 35(1), 22–28.
Reply 2

important role in the provision of holistic car
Re: Topic 3 DQ 1

How elimination complexities can affect the lives of patients and their families.

Elimination complexities arise when normal physiology of body organs starts to fail due to several factors which include diseases, trauma, and aging. Again, some conditions such as anuresis start at a tender age. Most of this elimination problems occur when the kidney, urinary bladder and gastrointestinal tracts are involved. This comes with a lot of emotional drain to the individual and family affected as it calls for change in roles which sometimes extends to loss of economic independence. Again, for example when a person loses the ability to control their bowels and bladder it comes with challenges in keeping themselves clean and this affects their social life due to fear of stigmatization, (Alpaslan, 2016). This leads to social isolation. On the side of the family having to assume new roles such as helping in cleaning the affected and having to put up with social isolation leads to psychological strain too.

elimination challenges.

Nurse’s role in supporting the patient’s psychological and emotional needs.

As nurses we must step in and support the affected families to cope up with elimination challenges. We should put ourselves in their shoes and provide encouragement and link them to community resources which provide emotional support. Once affected, individuals and families feel like they are in an empty room by themselves, by stepping in and proving a shoulder to lean on brings back hope. Additionally, we need to teach them on how to care for the affected. Lack of knowledge on how to take care of the situations at hand has shown to be one of the reasons why people end up in agony and thus we need to step up.

Reference

Alpaslan AH, Koçak U, Avci K and Güzel HI , 2016. Association between elimination disorders and abusive maternal attitudes. Retrieved on March 23, 2021 from, https://eds-b-ebscohost-com.lopes.idm.oclc.org/eds/detail/detail?vid=6&sid=66a60c97-78dc-4057-95d8-e9ec4b8c5448%40pdc-v-sessmgr03&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWRzLWxpdmUmc2NvcGU9c2l0

Business Plan for Restaurant Operation

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Business Plan for Restaurant Operation

Business Plan Outline:

  • Your business plan will not include any detailed financial data section.
  • Please, do not copy a business plan from an existing company. The purpose of this business plan is to emphasize essential concepts within MGMT 390.

Your Business Plan must be at least 12 pages and consist of the following:

  • Title page – that includes your name, and course number
  • Minimum of ten pages
  • Reference page

Business Plan for Restaurant Operation

As Chief Executive Officer (CEO), you are going to take the lead in preparing the plan to kick start the restaurant operation. Sally has developed the minimum format guidelines to assemble the required information to build the Business Plan.

The Business Plan must be updated, completed, and submitted in Module 8, where you will have the opportunity to include any final details needed for each section of the plan.

Research: How to Write a Business Plan (SBA) (Links to an external site.).

For a review of Legal Forms of Business, view the MGMT 390 Entity Comparison (PDF).

Citations and references must be in the current Writing Style Guide format.

Save your assignment using a naming convention that includes your first and last name and the activity number (8.3). Do not add punctuation or special characters. Be sure to submit your assignment before the due date!

Access Mandatory Components to continue.

Business Plan for Restaurant Operation

https://learn.sba.gov/learning-center-plan/learnin…

Introduction

  • Present and describe the items you will use to address the concerns of your business plan.
  • Set the stage for the framework that will become your business plan.
  • Type of business (product or service)
  • Describe the business, the product or services, location (Florida), and any other facts you want to report.

Legal Form of Business

  • Pick the appropriate form of business except for a sole proprietorship. (The company form may change depending on future events).
  • Consider the costs associated with the chosen business form.
  • Explain why you have selected this form of business from a tax, company, and personal liability perspective.
  • Indicate the advantages and disadvantages of this legal form.
  • Specify types of officers and duties that will be involved in the company’s management.
  • try the business’s location, review all state and federal requirements for starting a business.
  • Using any new information or previously provided information, write a brief outline mapping the required steps required to qualify.
  • Using the fictitious name that you researched for availability, attach the information collected from your search.

Legal Setting of Business

  • Expand upon the information you stated under the legal form of business. Describe any government laws or requirements that pertain to your business.
  • Describe any zoning requirements for the business.
  • Include any restrictions such as zoning, safety, environmental, easements, or other requirements.

Location Requirements

  • Describe the property or location of your business.
  • Discuss the viability of the business in the chosen location from a population, transportation, and community income perspective. Have you considered transportation, ease of customer access, and utilities at this location?
  • Considering the debt acquired to purchase the property and discuss the viability of the profitability.

Business License Research and Costs

  • Describe the business license and permit requirements for the location where you will be doing business (factor in the type of business and the impact it will have on the costs of governmental regulation).
  • Check the city and county websites for business license requirements and the costs for the business license.

Insurance Requirements

  • Describe the types of business insurance required for operating this type of business.
  • Is bonding required?
  • If you have employees, describe the mandatory types of insurance to consider.

Proprietary Rights

  • Describe any Intellectual Property that your business may own or create.
  • Consider trademarks, copyrights, design specifications, patents, and logos.
  • Discuss the steps required to protect all intellectual property associated with the business.

Employment Law and Requirements

  • Attach a copy of the search for federal Labor laws obtained from your research of federal Employment Regulations. Describe your decision to hire or not hire employees vs. independent contractors.
  • Review IRS.gov for guidance on mandatory taxes.

Purchase Orders and Contracts

  • What foreseeable types of pricing arrangements are you underneath? Contract pricing arrangement examples are firm fixed price, fixed price with economic price adjustment (EPA), etc.
  • Are the other Regulations that are required based on the mix and government contractor status cost-effective? Government contracts, direct hires, particular needs?
  • For other types of contracts, are you considering labor, time and materials, or multiyear- type?
  • Support your contract types with justification. Why are you planning on using these purchase orders and contracts?

Torts and Crimes Protection

Describe the types of torts and crimes relating to your business that you will have to protect from damages and disputes.

Property and Requirements

  • Describe any company property (equipment, computer systems, or building requirements) that may be necessary for startup and planned for business operations.
  • Do you plan on leasing, renting, or buying any business property? Please support your decision.

UCC Considerations

  • You will learn in this course, that the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) governs many types of business requirements such as contracts for lease or sale of goods, transactions, fraud, the passing of title, risk of loss, and other contract requirements. Describe how you plan to comply with the UCC for your business.

Other Considerations

  • Describe any other requirements you have learned in this course that you will have to consider in starting, operating, and eventually closing your business.

Conclusion

  • Your Plan Conclusion should summarize the main concepts addressed in this paper. Restate the blueprint of your businesses’ success. Restate important ideas and recap your findings.

Symptoms and Outbreak Characteristics of Cholera

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Symptoms and Outbreak Characteristics of Cholera

Epidemiology’s Role in Infectious and Communicable Diseases

Topic 1: Disease Outbreak

Select an infectious disease and research the CDC website for information about the disease including:

  • its natural history,
  • presenting symptoms, and
  • outbreak characteristics
  • Identify an occurrence of the disease by searching the Internet for recent reports of this disease and compare that episode or occurrence with information from the CDC website.
  • How closely did that outbreak resemble the case definition?

Topic 2: Epidemiological Applications

  • Describe how the concept of multifactorial etiology relates to the natural history of disease and the different levels of prevention.
  • How should the nurse incorporate these concepts into health promotion of clients in community settings?
  • How should the nurse approach client risk in these health promotion activities?