Using statistics (collecting data and making decisions) helps prevent the number of mistakes or wrong decisions that are made. By using data, there is a clearer […]
Belinder
For Profit Vs. Not For Profit
Private, nongovernmental healthcare organizations may be either for profit (FP) or not for profit (NFP). Discuss the difference between not-for-profit and for-profit organizations. What happens if an […]
Diary Of Medical Mission Trip”
Watch the “Diary of Medical Mission Trip” videos dealing with the catastrophic earthquake in Haiti in 2010. Reflect on this natural disaster by answering the […]
Patient Interview
What are the goals of a patient interview? Name and described each component of the Patient History (Chief Complaint, History of Present Illness, etc.). Describe an […]
Spiritual Considerations
What spiritual considerations surrounding a disaster can arise for individuals, communities, and health care providers? Explain your answer in the context of a natural or […]
The Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act was signed into law by President Barack Obama in March 2010. Many of the provisions of the law directly affect health care […]
U.S. Health Care System
Research the delivery, finance, management, and sustainability methods of the U.S. health care system. Evaluate the effectiveness of one or more of these areas on quality […]
Rectal examination of an older adult.
You are about to perform a rectal examination of an older adult. What are the steps to examine this patient? Explain your rationale. What are […]
Statistical Significance
Statistical significance refers to the likelihood that the results of a study are not due to chance, while clinical significance refers to the practical importance of […]
Rural and migrant health.
Our topic of focus this week is rural and migrant health. Those living in rural areas and those who are migrants face numerous socio-economic and health-related challenges […]