Nice explanation of the Chief Complaint app. I like that you noted what it is intended for and that there is harm if used incorrectly. My question is what do you as a practitioner tell a patient who says they used to app to make a diagnosis for themselves? The app is The Chief Complaint … Read more
Name of the app: The Chief Complaint Author: Written by Dr. Chris Feier, MD, and developed by ESCAVO Inc Endorsement: The app does not specify whether it is FDA-approved. The app is developed by ESCAVO Inc., a recognized developer of mHealth applications; however, there appear to be no government endorsements. Reviews in the app store … Read more
Sandra Nursing Leadership and Management Two nurse executive competencies demonstrated in this case scenario are “Leading Change” and “Building and Leading Teams.” For “Leading Change,” nurse leaders showcased their ability to motivate and inspire the nursing staff toward a common goal—the establishment of a unified Professional Practice Model (PPM) across multiple hospitals. They did … Read more
Jasmine Nursing Leadership and Management Having reviewed the case scenario, this discussion explores the competencies demonstrated therein, essential post-COVID leadership skills, and best practices for strategic planning and development. In this scenario, professionalism and knowledge of the healthcare environment are key nurse executive competencies demonstrated by the leaders. Professionalism is evident in their commitment … Read more
Information systems include the hardware and software that process data and information for problem-solving. Health information systems (HIS) provide information within the healthcare setting, which includes collecting, storing, and managing EHRs. Health information systems include both clinical and administrative information systems.
General Instructions Electronic health records (EHRs) provide a database for an individual’s healthcare data during healthcare encounters and the ability to exchange health information electronically. Consider an EHR with which you have had experience. Include the following sections: Application of Course Knowledge: Answer all questions/criteria with explanations and detail. Identify one EHR with which you have experience. Provide … Read more
Review the following ethical dilemmas: John Doe has decided to clone himself. He is sterile. He cannot find anyone to marry him. He wishes to have children. He knows that he will not be able to love a child that is adopted or not connected directly to him biologically. He will be making use … Read more
Create an outline for your comprehensive assessment of how your selected cultural group’s beliefs and practices might impact healthcare decision-making, treatment adherence, your communication, your interventions, and your education to align with the patient’s cultural values and preferences.
Choose one cultural group reviewed within this course. Using Giger and Davidhizar’s Transcultural Assessment Model, perform a comprehensive assessment of how your selected cultural group’s beliefs and practices might impact healthcare decision-making, treatment adherence, your communication, your interventions, and your education to align with the patient’s cultural values and preferences. Utilize your mind map … Read more
Andra C. Health Care Informatics The Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act is a significant piece of legislation that was enacted as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) in 2009. The primary purpose of the HITECH Act is to promote the adoption and meaningful use of health … Read more