Scenario – Your hospital has recently revised its CQI vision and aims based on the work done on the Quality Chasm series. As nurse manager in an ED (Emergency department) you need to take this information and make it “real” for staff in the ED. You and the medical director will present this information to […]

Animal cruelty punishment methods While animals undoubtedly play vital roles in our lives, some training practices unfortunately rely on fear, pain and negative reinforcement. Recent studies increasingly show such punishment-based methods undermine welfare and trust long-term. Instead, positive reinforcement using food/praise without threat of deprivation or pain has proven highly effective at modifying natural behaviors […]

Government in My Community ASSIGNMENT: For this assignment, you will write about an issue that is important to you, to your community, or to Americans in general. To do this, you will investigate the ways the government has or has not addressed your selected issue. As part of your research, you will choose at least […]

Health Informatics Health informatics continues to grow as an interdisciplinary field that uses digital information and technologies to support clinical practice, research and public health. At its core, it facilitates the electronic collection, storage, retrieval and use of health data to enhance patient care and outcomes. While the use of informatics in dentistry and other […]

School-Based Health Centers Continue to Play a Vital Role in Student Wellbeing and Academic Achievement School-based health centers (SBHCs) have been an integral part of the United States education system for decades, providing convenient on-campus medical care and support services to millions of students each year. Located within or adjacent to K-12 schools, SBHCs are […]

How human resources management can help improve the quality of healthcare? Human resources play a vital role in healthcare systems. Clinical and non-clinical staff alike directly impact patient care and health outcomes through their skills, knowledge, and abilities. Effective human resource management is therefore crucial for ensuring quality healthcare. Staff Recruitment and Selection The recruitment […]

Diagnosis and Management of Musculoskeletal and Neurologic Disorders Musculoskeletal Disorders Musculoskeletal disorders refer to conditions that affect the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons. They are among the leading causes of chronic pain and physical disability worldwide. Common musculoskeletal disorders include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, back pain, tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome. These conditions can […]

Telemedicine and the Future of Healthcare Delivery The healthcare sector has embraced technological advancement through disruptive innovations that enhance accessibility, affordability and convenience. Telemedicine in particular has transformed how care is delivered. Telemedicine refers to the use of electronic communications to provide clinical services remotely. It allows patients to connect with providers without the barriers […]

Health is a State of Complete Physical, Mental and Social Well-Being (World Health Organization, 2022). It encompasses several interrelated dimensions including physical, mental, emotional, spiritual and financial health. Optimal health is achieved when all these dimensions are in balance. Physical Health Physical health refers to the body’s overall condition. It depends on lifestyle factors like […]

The Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health and Patients with Pre-existing Conditions As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve globally, its profound effects extend beyond physical health to impact mental wellbeing. Nowhere is this more apparent than among vulnerable groups such as individuals managing pre-existing mental health disorders. While stigma unfortunately persists, understanding how the […]