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NUR 508 Week 1 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com       What were the
major causes of U.S. mortality in the last 100
years, and what public health measures most
contributed to improvements in the health of the
nation? Include at least two source citations
from the readings and/or additional sources to
support your answer
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NUR 508 Week 1 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         What are the
major causes of disease and death in the 21st
century (e.g., chronic illnesses, communicable
diseases, etc.) that continue to affect U.S.
citizens in spite of the achievements in 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.
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NUR 508 Week 2 Assignment For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         The IOM Future
of Nursing report calls for an increase in
leadership from nurses at all levels. One way
nurses demonstrate their role as a leader, is
through public policy change. A leader does not
always carry an official title or position, but
demonstrates leadership through the work and the
stance he/she takes to make a change for the good
of others. Nurses have been noted by the Gallop
poll year after year as the most trusted
professionals.
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NUR 508 Week 2 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Select one of
the United Nations (U.N.) Millennial Development
Goals (MDGs). Visit the website and report on the
UNs progress in achieving this goal? How will
meeting this goal positively impact the health of
the world? What suggestions would you make to
help the UN achieve this goal?
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NUR 508 Week 2 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Select a
global health issue from the World Health
Organization (WHO) list of health topics
available athttp//www.who.int/topics/en/How has
globalization influenced this issue from a
positive or negative perspective?
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NUR 508 Week 3 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Debate the
various social factors associated with the
situation of the underinsured. Respond to two
other classmates answers with solid reasoning
and support your opinions with appropriate
reference citations.
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NUR 508 Week 3 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Review the
Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)
report Priority Populations http//www.ahrq.gov
/health-care-information/priority-populations/inde
x.html Select one of the priority populations
and explain the disparities this population
faces. What strategies have been implemented to
combat these disparities on the local and
national levels? Have they been successful?
Include reference citations where appropriate.
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NUR 508 Week 4 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Debate the
efficacies of public versus private-based quality
initiatives. What roles do each play in the
quality of U.S. health care? How would the
elimination of one aspect affect the other?
Respond to two other classmates and counter their
answer, citing references as appropriate.
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NUR 508 Week 4 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         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.
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NUR 508 week 5 Assignment For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         In a paper of
500-1,000 words, describe the relationship
between health care cost and quality. Address the
following Select one public agency and one
private agency and differentiate their roles and
major activities in addressing cost and quality
in health care. See Topic 4 Readings for sources
regarding health care agencies. Analyze current
and projected initiatives to improve quality
while simultaneously controlling costs. Describe
any unintended consequences.
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NUR 508 Week 5 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         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.
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NUR 508 Week 5 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         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 of impact if may
have if at all on the hospitals.
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NUR 508 Week 6 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Debate the
question Is health care a basic right in the
United States? Answer this question through the
lens of your role as RN. Support your response
utilizing ethical theories and principles.
Respond to two other classmates using respectful
communication and solid reasoning. Support your
response with appropriate references.
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NUR 508 Week 6 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Select an
ethical dilemma related to health policy from the
categories of moral values, professional
regulation, health of individuals in society, or
distributive justice. What are the controversies
surrounding this issue? What are the opposing
ethical principles? How has past or current
health policy addressed this dilemma? Support
your reasoning with reference citations.
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NUR 508 Week 7 Assignment For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Write a paper
of 750-1,000 words examining your personal values
and beliefs. Include the following Describe your
personal values and spiritual beliefs. Using the
elements of cost, quality, and social issues to
frame your description, differentiate your
beliefs and opinions about health care policy.
Give examples of relevant ethical principles,
supported by your values.
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NUR 508 Week 7 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         How do
spiritual beliefs impact political ideologies and
the policy process? How have they affected the
health policy reform process? Using respectful
communication, debate your response with two
other classmates. Give examples and support your
reasoning with appropriate references.
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NUR 508 Week 7 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         What is the
role of a religious ethic in public policy today?
Should a religious ethic and/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.
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NUR 508 Week 8 Discussion DQ 1 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         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?
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NUR 508 Week 8 Discussion DQ 2 For more classes
visit www.snaptutorial.com         Select a
professional or specialty nursing association.
What impact has this organization had on health
care legislation in the past 2 years? Respond to
two other classmates and support your answer with
appropriate references and specific examples.
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