week 6 dis


 

learning materials, you learned about the history, structure, and ultimate function of the U.S. health care system and how it compares with other developed nations.

In your discussion,

  • Describe three major changes that have taken place in the development of the U.S. health care system.
  • Describe the education and responsibility differences between an LPN, a CNA, and an RN.
  • Explain the differences in education and training between a primary care physician (PCP) and a cardiologist.
  • Describe the role public health professionals play in the U.S. health care system and its delivery.
  • Describe three major problems facing the U.S. health care system when compared to other developed nations.
    • Hypothesize the role public health should play in addressing these three major problems.
  • Identify three elements of the Affordable Care Act that pertain to public health.