Author Archive: l Mutheu
The Dual Nature Of Informatics
The Dual Nature of Informatics Informatics can be used for improving health outcomes not only for individual patients, but also for whole groups of patients with similar conditions. This is often referred to as the dual nature of informatics. Technologies, such as electronic health records (EHRs) and clinical decision support (CDS) systems, can provide […]
Recommending An Evidence-Based Practice Change
The collection of evidence is an activity that occurs with an endgame in mind. For example, law enforcement professionals collect evidence to support a decision to charge those accused of criminal activity. Similarly, evidence-based healthcare practitioners collect evidence to support decisions in pursuit of specific healthcare outcomes. In this Assignment, you will identify an issue […]
Providing Culturally Competent Nursing Care
Purpose This week’s graded topics relate to the following Course Outcomes (COs). CO 1 – Utilize prior knowledge of theories and principles of nursing and related disciplines to explain expected client behaviors, while differentiating between normal findings, variations, and abnormalities. (PO 1) CO 2 – Recognize the influence that developmental stages have on physical, psychosocial, […]
Application Of Statistics In Health Care
Application of Statistics in Health Care Statistical application and the interpretation of data is important in health care. Review the statistical concepts covered in this topic. In a 750-1,000 word paper, discuss the significance of statistical application in health care. Include the following: Describe the application of statistics in health care. Specifically discuss its significance […]
Healthcare Agency
Original Article Inpatient Pressure Ulcer Prevalence in an Acute Care Hospital Using Evidence-Based Practice M. Elizabeth Beal, MSN, RN, CWON • Kimberly Smith, MSN, RN, CWON Keywords Pressure ulcer prevention, prevalence rate, hospital-acquired, evidence-based practice, acute care ABSTRACT Background: A national goal was set in 2004 for decreasing hospital-acquired pressure ulcers (HAPUs). A mean to […]
Organizational Chart Worksheet
HIM Organizational Chart HINF/500 Version 2 2 HIM Organizational Chart Worksheet Scenario: Your organization has merged with another and has added three new functions to the HIM department: · quality improvement · birth certificates · research/institutional reporting The merger has moved the following positions to the HIM Department: · Quality Improvement Coordinator · Physician Advisor […]
Exam of Fundamentals of Emergency Management
https://training.fema.gov/is/examform.aspx?id=230.d 1/7 Final Exam for: IS230.d: Fundamentals of Emergency Management Privacy Act Statement (Public Law 93 579) Each time that this test is loaded, you will receive a unique set of questions and answers. The test questions are scrambled to protect the integrity of the exam. Display All 1. Which of the following is NOT a key function of the Multiagency Coordination System? A. Situation assessment B. Interagency activities C. Incident command D. Critical resource planning 2. What capabilities focus on saving lives, protecting property and the environment, and meeting basic human needs and begin when an incident is imminent or immediately after an event occurs? A. Readiness B. Recovery C. Rescue D. Response 3. Which FEMA mitigation program assists in implementing longterm hazard mitigation measures following Presidential disaster declarations? A. Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) B. Repetitive Flood Claims (RFC) C. Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) D. PreDisaster Mitigation (PDM) 4. The local emergency manager has the responsibility for coordinating emergency management programs and activities. A local emergency manger is responsible for all of the following activities EXCEPT FOR: A. Managing resources before, during, and after a major emergency or disaster. B. Identifying and analyzing the potential impacts of hazards that threaten the jurisdiction. C. Developing an Incident Action Plan that specifies tactics for first responders D. Coordinating the planning process and working cooperatively with response partners. https://training.fema.gov/IS/privacystatement.aspx https://training.fema.gov/emi.aspx https://training.fema.gov/emi.aspx 11/11/2016 IS230.d Fundamentals of Emergency Management | FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI) https://training.fema.gov/is/examform.aspx?id=230.d 2/7 5. _____ is responsible for coordinating Federal resources Federal resources that support State, local, tribal, and territorial efforts when a Federal emergency or disaster is declared. A. FEMA B. Local government C. Regional government D. State government 6. Specific areas of authority and responsibilities for emergency management should be clearly stated in local ordinances and laws. These ordinances and laws should specify a specific line of succession for elected officials and require that departments of government establish lines of succession. A. TRUE B. FALSE 7. Which of the following statements about the Stafford Act is correct? Under the Stafford Act: A. The Federal assistance available for major disasters is more limited than that which is available for emergencies. […]
Project On Catheter Associated Infection
BENCHMARK- CAPSTONE PROJECT CHANGE PROPOSAL 13 Running head: BENCHMARK- CAPSTONE PROJECT CHANGE PROPOSAL 1 Preventing Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections The United States of America in known for its advanced medical practices and equipment, however, hospital-associated infections (HAIs) have a tremendous impact to the healthcare system. According to Healthy People 2020, Healthcare-associated Infections (HAIs) are related […]
DOMESTIC PROGRAMS AND FOREIGN AID
You are an advisor to the President tasked with cutting at least $300 billion from the budget. The president wants your recommendations to cut lines, not large categories. Explain why you chose those cuts. Note: These are not true US budget numbers. DOMESTIC PROGRAMS AND FOREIGN AID Cut some foreign aid to African countries $17 […]
Interview With A Nurse Information Expert
Purpose: · communicate your understanding of the importance of quality information in everyday nursing practice; · discuss the roles and responsibilities of a nursing information expert; and · articulate how the professional nurse uses information and data in everyday practice to improve outcomes. Directions 1. Download the required Interview form. See attached, fill out answers […]
