Importance of Evidence-Based Practice in Health and Social CareThe aim of this unit is to offer students an opportunity to engage in sustained personal research towards producing a literature review, to develop a critical approach to evidence-based practice in integrated care. The unit enables students to demonstrate the capacity and ability to design a research proposal and demonstrate the necessary skills to conduct quality personal research...
Historical perspective of diabetesIn the 21st century, there has been increased care of diabetes in the United States, and the issue affecting the well-being of Americans has seen the cost of health care rise to excessive levels. This issue has been analyzed from various perspectives, with the primary critical analysis focusing on the historical and humanities perspective relating to rising cases of diabetes, which has been affecting the socia...
DirectionsDirections: The final paper will be a 5-8 page double-spaced take-home assignment in which students will critically analyze a case study (chosen from those provided in their text), examining the ethical, cultural, and technical issues presented and the communicative strategies used to manage the situation, and exploring possible alternatives based on their knowledge of effective business communication. Students will be ex...
Apply underlying concepts and principles of nutrition to human health and wellbeing in early age, adolescence, older age, pregnancy and lactation. Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of the principles of assessment of nutritional status (including dietary, anthropometry, laboratory and clinical), and of the way in which those principles have developed. Display a critical understanding of the interactions between nutritio...
PromptOverview: In previous modules, you identified an issue, developed a research question, and examined sources that could help you explore the issue. You also considered the scientific principles related to your topic, and how you might communicate your findings to a specific audience. Building on these elements, you will formulate a hypothesis related to your issue. Then, applying what you learned about the process of science, you will exp...
Preparing for the AssignmentAs a health care manager, you must be able to analyze financial and economic issues in the health care industry. In this assignment, you will demonstrate problem-solving skills as you choose an issue and address the financial impact in your analysis. Select 1 current financial or economic issue in the health care industry that you want to address. Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper about the financial or economi...
Additional Benefits of Workplace Health and Wellness ProgramsThe final chapter of this module introduced you to a variety of workplace health and wellness programs, the purpose of which are to enhance productivity and reduce absenteeism. In this forum, list additional benefits of promoting health and wellness in the workplace. Identify one benefit to the employer and one benefit to the employee and provide an explanation as to why you see these ...
Learning OutcomesThis assignment has been designed to provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your achievement of the following module learning outcomes: LO 1 Describe main theories in sociology of health and illness. LO 2 Understand the role of the state and the professions in the management of health. LO 3 Understand the cultural and societal influences related to the social construction of health. LO 4 Understand the concept of t...
What Does Evidence Based Mean?You will work with one other person from your class to plan, design, implement & evaluate a small scale, physical activity-based, health promotion programme in your community. This assignment is worth 50% of this module. Please read the following information carefully. Your programme design, implementation & evaluation must be supported by evidence from reputable, peer reviewed sources. Research and fin...
Task RequirementsThis assignment has been designed to provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your achievement of the following module learning outcomes: LO 1: Identify and discuss the principal global and national influences on the emergence of the wellbeing agenda. LO 2: Demonstrate an understanding of the holistic relationship between physical and mental health and wellbeing for a range of diverse populations groups. LO 3: Demonst...
Patient Background and DiagnosisDawna, a 26-year-old woman, was admitted to the hospital with a diagnosis of anorexia nervosa and long-standing history of restrictive-eating behavior with purging. She had lost one-third of her body weight over 6 months. On admission, Dawna was 5'61tall and weighed 82 lbs, with a BMI of 13.2. Her resting heart rate was 50 beats per minute. She was afebrile. Laboratory values included C-reactive protein (0.7 mg/...
Part A: Record of Submission (to be completed by Student)Task: Part A: Record of Submission (to be completed by Student)Extenuating Circumstances If there are any exceptional circumstances that may have affected your ability to undertake or submit this assignment, make sure you contact the Advice Zone on your campus prior to your submission deadline. Fit to sit policy:Â The University operates a fit to sit policy whereby you, in ...
PurposeAssessment 3 Requirements & Guidelines Practice Analysis & Education Plan Purpos: To provide you for the opportunity to actively apply the key concepts learnt from your critical analysis of the theories, methods and skills associated with effective clinical governance. This assignment is comprised of 2 parts: Practice Analysis: critically analyze the structures in place within your current practice environment that support:...
TaskCDC Social Vulnerability Tool Activity This activity allows participants to search for their own county to explore the social vulnerability index (SVI). Â The SVI was originally developed to help emergency planners to identify special populations that are vulnerable to natural and man-made disasters. Â This allows them to tailor emergency plans specific to at risk population needs such as transportation, special commun...
Instructions for ExamWhile I hope you participated in online study groups, you may not collaborate in answering the exam. Exams will be submitted to Turnitin to determine originality. Read the question carefully. Credit will only be given for responses that directly answer the question. Your grade will be based on your ability to demonstrate appropriate use of specific course concepts in answering the question rather than informal or ‘p...