Category: Healthcare

  • “Interactive Discussion and Response: Peer Posts and Initial Discussion for Multiple Classes”

    Please  Read each direction under each picture . Here are 6 peer post and 1 discussion initial post,  that has to be responded to for 3 different classes . Please read directions carefully. 
    225 words minimum for the inital post
    Peer post for the last two classes can be short and simple! 
    125 words minimum 

  • Title: Addressing the Opioid Epidemic in the United States: A Critical Analysis and Proposed Solution Introduction: The opioid epidemic in the United States has become a major health care problem, with devastating consequences for individuals, families, and communities

    In your health care career, you will be confronted with many problems that demand a solution. By using research skills, you can learn what others are doing and saying about similar problems. Then, you can analyze the problem and the people and systems it affects. You can also examine potential solutions and their ramifications. This assessment allows you to practice this approach with a real-world problem.
    Describe the health care problem or issue you selected for use in Assessment 2 and provide details about it.
    As you describe the topic you explored in Assessment 2, use the first four steps of the Socratic Problem-Solving Approach to aid your critical thinking. This approach was introduced in Assessment 2.
    Identify possible causes for the problem or issue.
    Use scholarly information to describe and explain the health care problem or issue and identify possible causes for it.
    Identify at least three scholarly or academic peer-reviewed journal articles about the topic.
    You may find the How Do I Find Peer-Reviewed Articles? library guide helpful in locating appropriate references.
    You may use articles you found while working on Assessment 2 or you may search the Capella library for other articles.
    You may find the applicable Undergraduate Library Research Guide helpful in your search.
    Review the Think Critically About Source Quality to help you complete the following:
    Assess the credibility of the information sources.
    Assess the relevance of the information sources.
    Analyze the health care problem or issue.
    Describe the setting or context for the problem or issue.
    Describe why the problem or issue is important to you.
    Identify groups of people affected by the problem or issue.
    Provide examples that support your analysis of the problem or issue.
    Discuss potential solutions for the health care problem or issue.
    Describe what would be required to implement a solution.
    Describe potential consequences of ignoring the problem or issue.
    Provide the pros and cons for one of the solutions you are proposing.
    Explain the ethical principles (Beneficence, Nonmaleficence, Autonomy, and Justice) if potential solution was implemented.
    Describe what would be necessary to implement the proposed solution.
    Explain the ethical principles that need to be considered (Beneficence, Nonmaleficence, Autonomy, and Justice) if the potential solution was implemented.
    Provide examples from the literature to support the points you are making.
    Example Assessment: You may use the following to give you an idea of what a Proficient or higher rating on the scoring guide would look like:

  • Understanding Supply Chain and Operations Management: A Case Study of Organization XYZ

    here is no scenario for this assignment.
    You will need to prepare an essay and a report to show your understanding of supply chain
    and operations management.
    Task 1 of 2 – Essay (AC 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3)
    Instructions:
    Choose one organisation and write an essay in which you should use specific examples that:
    • Outline the nature of the organisation with a background to its operations.
    • Critically explain why an effective supply chain is important to all business functions
    within the organisation and the key factors to develop an integrated supply chain
    strategy.
    • Evaluate why and how the organisation maintains supplier relationship, before
    recommending a supplier relation system to your selected organisation.
    • Critically analyse the factors to consider in developing a strategy to improve an
    organisation’s supply chain.
    • Assess the use of information technology to create strategies to develop
    effective supplier relationships.
    • Provide two or more options to improve the supply chain of your organisation and
    assess their suitability, feasibility, acceptability and benefits before making your
    justified recommendation.
    Delivery and Submission:
    • 1x Essay (2500 words) excluding TOC, diagrams, references and appendices
    Task 2 of 2 – Report (AC 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3)
    Instructions:
    Write a report with reference to your chosen organisation in Task 1 and support your answer
    with examples.
    Your report should:
    • Justify the importance and use of logistics in the supply chain and explain their
    importance.
    • Evaluate the effectiveness of current procurement (both strategies and procedure)
    within the organisation.
    ASSIGNMENT BRIEFS
    • Critically evaluate the factors that could be used to improve logistic and procurement
    for your organisation.
    • Critically evaluate the applicability of a JIT (Just-in-time) system as well as the
    applicability of a LIFO or FIFO inventory control for your organisation.
    • Propose an effective and economic order quantity system based on your design
    Delivery and Submission:
    • 1x Report (2000 words) excluding TOC, diagrams, references and appendices

  • Title: “Engaging in Thoughtful Discussion: Responding to Classmates”

    This discussion
    requires two posts: an initial reply (response to the discussion question) and
    a response post (a reply two classmates). 

  • Title: Exploring the Scope of Public Health Practice and its Relevance to Career Goals

    PUBLIC HEALTH ESSAY ASSIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS 
    OVERVIEW
    The purpose of this assignment is to help you consider your public health career goals and answer the question, “What is public health?”. This is also an opportunity to explore how public health fits into your life. If you are a Master of Public Health student, this paper will meet your Gate 2 requirement. This assignment meets course learning outcome A. 
    INSTRUCTIONS
    For this assignment, you will write a 5–7 page research-based paper, not including the cover page, abstract, and reference page, describing the practice of public health and how a public health degree relates to your career goals. The paper must provide insight into your understanding of the scope of public health practice and the importance of community interventions to solve population-based problems 
    The paper must use current AMA format and include at least five peer-reviewed or governmental sources. Sources must be less than five years old.
    In a 5-7 page AMA style paper, excluding the title page, reference page, and abstract:
    • Describe the scope of public health practice. (Hints: Review the 10 essentials of health.)
    • Provide a summary of your professional goals and how your thoughts about how a public health degree relates to those goals and might advance a career in public health. (Note: If you are not a public health major, how might public health knowledge help you in your career or life?)  
    • Include 5 peer-reviewed or governmental references required that are less than five years old.   

  • “Breaking Barriers: Promoting Allyship for Gender and Sexual Identity Oppression”

    For this assignment, your mission is to explore and demonstrate active allyship towards individuals experiencing oppression based on their gender and/or sexual identities. 
    Your task:
    Choose a Case Study: Select one case study from the options provided. Each case involves individuals with diverse gender and sexual identities encountering various forms of oppression. 
    Create a Public Service Announcement (PSA): Develop a PSA addressing the unique challenges the individual in your chosen case study encounters and promote the principles of allyship within the community. 
    Step 1: Choose a Case Study
    Click here to view the case studies to choose from.
    Step 2: Create a Public Service Announcement (PSA)
    Your PSA can take various formats: 
    A radio or podcast recording  2-3 minutes long, delivering a concise, comprehensive and persuasive message. 
    A video presentation  2-3 minutes long, offering visuals and engaging content. 
    A print piece for a newspaper or magazine  500 words in the style of a newspaper advertisement or article 
    Online post for social media or website  An infographic that you create with 300 words of supporting text. Content should be designed to promote shares and interactions. 
    Poster for public spaces  A visual that you create with 300 words of supporting text. Content should be designed to grab attention and convey message quickly. 
    Any other creative method for delivering information  For other creative methods, students should provide an estimated equivalent effort to the above options, which should be pre-approved by the instructor. For instance, if a student opts to create a series of photographs or an art piece they plan to share with others, they might also submit an artist’s statement of at least 500 words that explains their work and how it addresses the assignment.
    Submission Details:
    Identifying Information: Include your name and date on your PSA. 
    Citations: If you use any external sources, make sure to cite them directly on your creation following the appropriate APA citation and references format. 
    Submission Format: Depending on your chosen PSA format, submit your assignment in a format that can be easily reviewed (a link, a document, an image file, etc.) 
    Upload completed assignment by the assigned due date.
    Be sure to correct any spelling, grammar, or punctuation errors before you post.
    Remember, the goal of this assignment is to foster understanding, dismantle harmful stereotypes, and inspire active allyship within the community. Be creative, be factual, and most importantly, be an ally. 

  • Title: “Analyzing Age Distribution in the United States: A Comparison of 1970 and 2020” Explanation of histograms: The graphs provided are histograms, which are visual representations of data that show the frequency or count of a variable

    To complete this paper, answer the questions below.
    Explain why these graphs are histograms by describing the variable on the y axis, units used, what the markings are for, and what is being measured on the x axis. Note that these density population graphs are standing on end and each one is two graphs side by side (one for males and one for females) sharing the same x axis.
    Describe the shape, center, and spread of the U.S. population’s age in 1970 and then in 2020.
    What story does each graph tell you about age distribution in 1970 and 2020?
    What social, medical, and public health changes have occurred in the last 50 years to explain the difference in the age distribution of the United States?

  • “Strategic Plan for Delivering Healthcare Services: A Case Study of [Hospital Name]”

    The entire paper must be correctly formatted (double-spaced; same font and font size throughout the document, for example, Times New Roman, 12pt.). All subheadings should be bolded and left justified. References should be in APA 7 format and written in alphabetical order.
    KINDLY FIX THIS FINAL PAPER BASED ON THE WHAT IS STATED BELOW.
    THE “ACTION PLAN TO DELIVER SERVICES” PART STILL NEEDS TO BE DONE.
    YOU CAN MAKE A LOGIC MODEL TO DEMONSTRATE IT.
    THE CONCLUSION NEEDS TO BE DONE AS WELL.
    Cover Page (Name your hospital, names of group members, course name, date)
    Background and Health Condition
    Directional Strategies (Mission, Vision, Values)
    Services that will be Provided
    External Analysis
    Internal Analysis
    Service Area Competitors
    Porters Five Forces
    SWOT Analysis
    Adaptive and market entry/exit strategy
    Organizational Chart
    Action Plan to Deliver Services (Resources, Activities, Responsibilities, Timelines, Results/Outcomes). You can make a Logic Model to demonstrate this.
    Benefits to the Community
    Conclusion
    References

  • “Financial Analysis of Hillside, Inc.: Evaluating a Potential Medical Supply Company Acquisition for a Hospital”

    Exam Content
    The key to understanding an organization’s financial health is analyzing its financial performance using financial ratios.
    Scenario
    In your new role as comptroller of the hospital, your CFO has asked you to prepare a financial analysis by evaluating a medical supply company, Hillside, Inc., that the hospital is considering purchasing. You will use its balance sheet and income statement to calculate several financial ratios. You’ll demonstrate your financial analysis skills and make final recommendations as to whether the hospital should purchase Hillside, Inc. to improve the availability of medical supplies to the hospital.
    Assessment Deliverable
    Access and complete Financial Analysis Calculations Worksheet (contains Parts 1 and 3) and Financial Ratio Calculations (contains Part 2) in the following order using the prompts provided in the documents:
    Financial Analysis Calculations Worksheet, Part 1: Matching Questions
    Financial Ratio Calculations, Part 2: Financial Ratio Calculations
    Financial Analysis Calculations Worksheet, Part 3: Financial Performance Summary
    Submit both parts of your assessment

  • Title: “Building a Strong Foundation: Understanding the Core Functions of Public Health” Lesson Plan: I. Introduction A. Welcome and introduction of the topic B. Explanation of the purpose and objectives of the workshop II. Overview

    Create a  plan for a workshop designed to teach your colleagues about the importance of the core functions of public health. The contents of your lesson plan should address the following:
    -A brief overview of each stage (assessment, policy development, and assurance) of the functions of public health 
    -An outline of the divisions needed to adequately address the city’s health
    Include in your lesson plan an activity (e.g., small group discussion, reflect-pair-share) for your audience to participate in during the workshop. Include the following components in your activity: 
    1 to 2
    objectives for the activity
    A
    script (roughly the length of a paragraph) that the instructor will use to
    introduce the activity
    Student
    instructions for the activity (examples below):
    Brainstorming:
    must include specific prompts and brainstorming tips
    Small-group
    discussion: must include discussion questions
    Role-playing:
    must include a 1-paragraph scenario description
    Reflect-pair-share:
    must include 2 to 3 discussion questions
    Tips
    to help the instructor effectively lead the activity
    An
    instructor script for a closure section that wraps up learning and helps
    students organize the information into a meaningful context