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Managing Health Care Quality 

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Assignment 2: Managing Health Care Quality 

Due Week 8

Imagine that you are a hospital administrator at the Sunlight Hospital in California. The main complaint among the patients is the quality of care. Your job is to understand the state of the hospital, create value, increase efficiency, and turn the facility into a local hospital of choice. Whenever you are making visits in various wards to meet the employees and the patients, you hear how the patients love the hospital, but they would like to see certain improvements in care. The employees seem to be very busy executing their duties and not interacting much with the patients. The hospital board has asked you to compile a report of your findings and suggested strategy for achieving the hospital’s current goals.

Note: You may create and / or make all necessary assumptions needed for the completion of this assignment.

Write a four to six (4-6) page paper in which you:

  1. Classify five (5) measurements      of quality of care in a hospital, and justify the major reasons why you believe      these measurements matter to patients in their process of choosing a      hospital for emergency or inpatient care.
  2. Specify four (4)      main features in health care organizations that can be used to design a      successful quality improvement plan. Articulate the significant manner in      which the specified features can lead to failure or success of quality of      care in Sunlight Hospital.
  3. Suggest the      salient reasons why quality of care would add value to and create a      competitive advantage for the Sunlight Hospital. Justify your response.
  4. Use four (4)      recent (within the last five [5] years) quality academic resources in this      assignment. Note: Wikipedia and      other websites do not qualify as quality academic resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

  • Be typed, double      spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all      sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format.      Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
  • Include a cover      page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the      professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the      reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

  • Propose      methodologies that have been proven to increase value in health care      delivery systems
  • Examine leadership      and management frameworks that are most applicable to a certain      organization type within the health care industry.
  • Craft a strategic      plan that leads to a competitive advantage within a certain market.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in health care management.

  • Write clearly and      concisely about health care management using proper writing mechanics.

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Risk Factors

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6-1 Case Study: Risk Factors

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Instructions

Mr. R is a 48-year-old Hispanic man who has worked the past 10 years as a warehouse worker. He is 5’6″, weighs 175 pounds, and has a waist circumference of 38″. At his last visit at your office, his blood pressure was 140/60 mm Hg. Prior to the visit, he had fasting blood work done, and his primary care provider plans to review the results with him today. The pertinent diagnostic results are as follows: a fasting plasma glucose level of 137 mg/dL, an HDL level of 27 mg/dL, LDL level of 247 mg/dL, a serum triglyceride level of 210 mg/dL. Use the following prompts as guidelines while performing and writing your case study:

  1. Identify what this individual is most at risk for based on the information presented in this case above.
  2. Explain the significance of this individual’s weight and waist diameter. Explain how this individual is at increased risk for insulin resistance.
  3. Explain briefly the differences between hypoinsulinemia, hyperinsulinemia, hyperglycemia, and hypoglycemia as each relate to an individual with type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus.

 

Pathology: Introduction and Identification

Begin each case study by introducing the scenario/specific themes so that any reader would know what this case study is about. From there, start answering prompts above.

Pathology: Explanation and Plan of Care

Follow the rubric. You need to develop a plan of care for the patient. What education or care would you provide? Provide more than 1 example

Make a table for plan for Pt care

Plan for the Patient Care

 

Assessment

Nursing Diagnosis

Patients Outcome

Interventions

Rationale

Evaluation of the outcome

Response to Questions

Explore issues ideas and concerns as it relates to this patient. Integrate your own thought processes into your responses.

(Adequately address prompts above in the case study, and explore issues, ideas, or concerns)

Patient-Care Technologies

Follow the rubric. Explain the role of patient care technologies in caring for this patient. What might assist this patient? Provide different Examples(i.e might be a patient portal,  tele-medicine, etc.)

Incorporation of Resources

Multiple resources best to support claims

Articulation of Response (APA/Mechanics)

For additional details, please refer to the Case Study Guidelines & Rubric

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visual aid

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  • Compare and contrast the different types of shock: cardiogenic, hypovolemic, neurogenic (vasogenic), anaphylactic, and septic.

 

In your presentation, include the following:

  • Include at least one type of visual aid in your presentation such as PowerPoint slides, diagrams, white board use, etc.
  • You are expected to explain the processes or concepts in your own words using references to support your explanations. Include a reference list at the end and cite references verbally or with on screen citations.
  • Use appropriate master’s level terminology.
  • Include all necessary physiology and/or pathophysiology in your explanation.
  • Use detailed explanations to teach or explain.
  • Reference a minimum of two sources; you may cite your etext as a source. Use APA format to style your visual aids and cite your sources. Include a reference page in your video.

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health-illness continuum

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Research the health-illness continuum and its relevance to patient care. In a 750-1,000 word paper, discuss the relevance of the continuum to patient care and present a perspective of your current state of health in relation to the wellness spectrum. Include the following:

  1. Examine the health-illness continuum and discuss why this perspective is important to consider in relation to health and the human experience when caring for patients.
  2. Explain how understanding the health-illness continuum enables you, as a health care provider, to better promote the value and dignity of individuals or groups and to serve others in ways that promote human flourishing.
  3. Reflect on your overall state of health. Discuss what behaviors support or detract from your health and well-being. Explain where you currently fall on the health-illness continuum.
  4. Discuss the options and resources available to you to help you move toward wellness on the health-illness spectrum. Describe how these would assist in moving you toward wellness (managing a chronic disease, recovering from an illness, self-actualization, etc.).

Prepare this assignment according to the 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. Refer to the LopesWrite Technical Support articles for assistance.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assesses the following competency:

RN-BSN

5.1. Understand the human experience across the health-illness continuum.

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Praxis Theory of Suffering

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Locate a scholarly journal article within the last 5 years that uses either a health behavior theory or the

Locate a scholarly journal article within the last 5 years that uses either a health behavior theory or the Praxis Theory of Suffering as the basis for evidence-based research. Choose an article DIFFERENT than those provided below.

Summarize the research presented. How was the theory used? How do the research findings either support or refute the use of the theory in practice? How could you use the research in your own practice as an NP?

Avoid these articles when choosing one but can used as reference:

Butts, B. J. & Rich, L. K. (2018). Philosophies and theories for advanced nursing practice (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning. Chapters 11, 24

Barbdtm B. S. (2018). Death in trauma: The role of the ACNP in patient advocacy and familial support in end-of-life care decision-making. Journal of Trauma Nursing, 25 (3) 171-176.

Duhamel, F. (2017). Translating knowledge from a family systems approach to clinical practice: Insights from knowledge translation research experiences.  Journal of Family Nursing, 23(4), 461-487.

Friederichs, A> H. S., Oenema, A., Bolman, C. & Lechner, L. (2016). Motivational interviewing and self-determination theory is a web-based computer tailored physical activity intervention:  A randomized controlled trial.  Psychology & Health, 31(8), 907-930.

Mercer, J. C. (2015). The impact of non-motor manifestations of Parkinson’s disease on partners: Understanding and application of chronic sorrow theory. Journal of Primary Health Care, 7(3), 221-227.

Ostlund, U., & Backstrom, B., Saveman, B. I., Lindh, V. & Sundin, L. (2016). A Family Systems nursing approach for families following a stroke: Family health conversations. Journal of Family Nursing, 22(2), 148-171.

Osltund, U., Backstrom, B., Lindh, V., Sundin, K., & Saveman, B.I. (2015). Nurses’ fidelity to theory-based core components when implementing family health conversations – a qualitative inquiry. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 29, 582-590.

Podlog, W. L. & Brown, J. W. (2016). Self-determination theory:  A framework for enhancing patient-centered care.  The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 12(8), e359-e362.

At least 2 references needed from within the last 5 years, apa format

350-400 words

as the basis for evidence-based research. Choose an article DIFFERENT than those provided below.

Summarize the research presented. How was the theory used? How do the research findings either support or refute the use of the theory in practice? How could you use the research in your own practice as an NP?

Avoid these articles when choosing one but can used as reference:

Butts, B. J. & Rich, L. K. (2018). Philosophies and theories for advanced nursing practice (3rd ed.). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning. Chapters 11, 24

Barbdtm B. S. (2018). Death in trauma: The role of the ACNP in patient advocacy and familial support in end-of-life care decision-making. Journal of Trauma Nursing, 25 (3) 171-176.

Duhamel, F. (2017). Translating knowledge from a family systems approach to clinical practice: Insights from knowledge translation research experiences.  Journal of Family Nursing, 23(4), 461-487.

Friederichs, A> H. S., Oenema, A., Bolman, C. & Lechner, L. (2016). Motivational interviewing and self-determination theory is a web-based computer tailored physical activity intervention:  A randomized controlled trial.  Psychology & Health, 31(8), 907-930.

Mercer, J. C. (2015). The impact of non-motor manifestations of Parkinson’s disease on partners: Understanding and application of chronic sorrow theory. Journal of Primary Health Care, 7(3), 221-227.

Ostlund, U., & Backstrom, B., Saveman, B. I., Lindh, V. & Sundin, L. (2016). A Family Systems nursing approach for families following a stroke: Family health conversations. Journal of Family Nursing, 22(2), 148-171.

Osltund, U., Backstrom, B., Lindh, V., Sundin, K., & Saveman, B.I. (2015). Nurses’ fidelity to theory-based core components when implementing family health conversations – a qualitative inquiry. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 29, 582-590.

Podlog, W. L. & Brown, J. W. (2016). Self-determination theory:  A framework for enhancing patient-centered care.  The Journal for Nurse Practitioners, 12(8), e359-e362.

At least 2 references needed from within the last 5 years, apa format

350-400 words

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Nursing theories

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Nursing theories are tested and systematic ways to implement nursing practice. Using Nightingale’s Environmental Theory and its conceptual model. Prepare a minimum of 15 slide PowerPoint in which you describe the Nightingale’s Environmental Theory and its conceptual model and demonstrate its application in nursing practice. Include the following:

Present an overview of the nursing theory. Provide evidence that demonstrates support for the model’s efficacy in nursing practice. Explain how the theory proves the conceptual model. (5 slides)
Explain how the nursing theory incorporates the four metaparadigm concepts. (5 slides)
Provide three evidence-based examples that demonstrate how the nursing theory supports nursing practice. Provide support and rationale for each. (5 slides)
Refer to the resource, “Creating Effective PowerPoint Presentations,” located in the Student Success Center, for additional guidance on completing this assignment in the appropriate style.

While APA style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

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 for plagiarism

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view of death

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Topic 4 DQ1 

How often do you engage with or witness death in your work? How has this experience or the lack of it shaped your view of death? Has it gotten easier or harder for you to accept the fact of death? As you explain, include your clinical specialty.

Topic 4 DQ 2 

Reflect on the analysis of the sin of suicide and thus, euthanasia from the topic readings. Do you agree? Why or why not? Refer to the lecture and topic readings in your response.

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Professional Nursing

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  •   NR 103 Week 6 Transitions Paper – Delegation in Professional Nursing Paper (Delegation)
  •   NR-103 Week 6 Transitions Paper – Rewarding Employees for Safety (Safety)
  •   NR 103 Week 6 Transitions Paper – The Importance of Prioritizing Nurses (Prioritization)
Purpose

The purpose of this assignment is to explore a critical concept in nursing. The student will be able to demonstrate application of information literacy and ability to utilize resources (library, writing center, SmartThinking, APA resources, Turn-It-In, and others) through literature search and writing the paper.

Requirements and Guidelines

Pick one of the following topics and find a scholarly nursing journal article that discusses this
nursing topic. The topics are:

  •   Safety
  •   Delegation
  •   Prioritization
  •   Caring

After you find a scholarly nursing journal article using the Chamberlain library resources, you will
complete a 1-page summary and reflection on the article. The paper should be completed in APA
format and include the following:

  •   A cover page (not included in the page number requirement).
  •   A reference page (not included in the page number requirement).
  •   One direct quote from one of your references, appropriately cited in the body of your paper.
  •   One indirect quote (or paraphrased reference) appropriately cited in the body of your paper.
  •   Citations and references in APA format.

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critically and strategically by analyzing

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Case Study Analysis

The purpose of this assignment is to challenge students to think critically and strategically by analyzing the case assigned. After reading the case, the students should answer the questions at the end of the case. The questions should stimulate thought-provoking responses and showcase the students’ ability to provide theory to application. Answers should be succinct, but sufficiently address the concerns. The typical number of suggested pages is 4-6 pages, depending on the complexity of the case and the number of questions asked. Outside sources are not required, but welcomed. If using outside sources, remember to cite them in APA format. The paper should be double-spaced with 12 pt. font.

Please make sure all criteria is correct and fully understood.

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Conceptual models,

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Details:

Conceptual models, theories, and empirical indicators are linked and provide a nursing knowledge system to apply the model or theory to nursing practice, research, and education. Advanced-practice nurses are required to understand the linkages as applied to nursing and translate the components into practice.  To continue development of nursing knowledge, advanced practice nurses can create structure to test theory.

General Guidelines:

Use the following information to ensure successful completion of the assignment:

  • This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
  • Doctoral learners are required to use APA style for their writing assignments. The APA Style Guide is located in the Student Success Center.
  • This assignment requires that at least two additional scholarly research sources related to this topic, and at least one in-text citation from each source be included.
  • You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

Directions:

Write a 1,000-1,250 word paper examining how the Conceptual – Theoretical – Empirical (CTE) structure translates into nursing practice based on one of the middle range theories that has been formulated or derived from your preferred conceptual model of nursing. Translate and apply the selected theory to nursing practice using actual examples. Evaluate the theory using the CTE steps below:

  1. Evaluation of the conceptual-theoretical-empirical linkages.
  2. Evaluation of the selected theory.
  3. Evaluation of the empirical indicators.
  4. Evaluation of research findings.
  5. Evaluation of the utility and soundness of the practice theory.

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