Nur 508 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

NUR 508 Week 1 Discussion Question 2 What are the major causes of disease and death in the 21st century (e.g. , chronic illnesses, communicable diseases, etc.) that continue to effect U.S. citizens in spite of the achievements in the public health in the past century? What have been some of the strategies implemented to combat these illnesses on the local and national levels? Have they been successful? Include reference citations where appropriate.

NUR 508 Week 7 Discussion Question 2 What is the role of a religious ethic in public policy today? Should a religious ethic or theistic worldview take priority over that of others? How can religious policy decision makers remain true to their personal values while respecting the views of individuals with differing cultural and spiritual beliefs? Respond to two other classmates and cite references as appropriate.

NUR 508 Week 4 Discussion Question 2 After reading the Kaiser Family Foundation summary on the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, state why or why not you believe the act should remain in law, or which pieces should be reversed. Then describe two pieces of the act that you were unaware was part of the act and how that may affect you as a citizen.

NUR 508 Week 5 Discussion Question 1 What are the eligibility requirements and coverage of Medicaid for the categories of low-income adults, pregnant women, and the aging/blind/ disabled in the state where you live? Do you consider the eligibility requirements reasonable or restrictive? Do you consider the coverage reasonable or liberal? What are the benefits and drawbacks to keeping these populations insured through Medicaid? Consider both direct and indirect factors.

NUR 508 Week 5 Discussion Question 2 Review the CMS.gov 30-Day Mortality and Readmission Data website. Review at least two local hospitals and see how they compare to state and national benchmarks. How and why may a consumer or a health care professional use this data to make decision about their next hospitalization? Will reporting this data have an impact on hospitals bottom line in addition to financial penalties from CMS? Give at least two examples of how this data may be used and what type...

NUR 508 Week 6 CLC Assignment, Health Issue Analysis Part 4

NUR 508 Week 8 Discussion Question 1 Select an advanced professional or advanced practice nursing specialty. How has past and current regulation/ legislation affected the role and scope of this nursing role? What, if any, discussions are currently underway relative to the scope and role of this specialty? What resources are available to assist nurses in advocating for these roles?

NUR 508 Week 5 CLC Assignment 2, Health Issue Analysis Part 3

NUR 508 Week 4 CLC Assignment, Health Issue Analysis Part 2

NUR 508 Week 7 Assignment 1, Health Policy Value