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NRS-440VN Week 4 Topic 4 DQ 2 Discuss how the CMS reimbursement rules for never events required a shift in the patient care delivery model in inpatient facilities. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The CMS reimbursement rules Introduction Many medical professionals are familiar with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and its role in medical…
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NRS 440VN Week 3 Topic 3 DQ 1 Discuss current research that links patient safety outcomes to ADN and BSN nurses. Based on some real-life experiences, do you agree or disagree with this research? ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Patient safety outcomes and ADN and BSN nurses Introduction The nursing profession is a growing and evolving field.…
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NRS 440VN Week 4 Topic 4 DQ 1 Choose one legislator on the state or federal level who is also a nurse, and discuss the importance of their role as advocate for improving health care delivery. What specific bill(s) have they sponsored or supported that has/have influenced health care? ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The role of…
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NRS 440VN Week 2 Topic 2 DQ 2 Describe one innovative health care delivery model that incorporates an interdisciplinary care delivery team. How is this advantageous to patient outcomes? ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Innovative health care delivery models Introduction Health care delivery models are changing. As a result, consumers are finding the best solutions for their…
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NRS 440VN Week 3 Topic 3 DQ 2 What is the difference between a DNP and a PhD in nursing? Which of these would you choose to pursue if you decide to continue your education to the doctoral level? ADDITIONAL DETAILS The difference between a DNP and a PhD in nursing Introduction If you’re…
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NRS 440VN Week 2 Topic 2 DQ 1 The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) was passed into legislation in March of 2010. Identify the impact of this legislation on your nursing practice by choosing two key nursing provisions outlined in the American Nurses Association “Key Provisions Related to Nursing” summary at http://www.rnaction.org/site/DocServer/KeyProvisions_Nursing-PublicLaw.pdf?docID=1241&verID=1. Discuss…
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NRS 440VN Week 1 Topic 1 DQ 2 What is the role of health care reform in shifting the focus from a disease-oriented health care system toward one of wellness and prevention, and how does nursing fit into this shift? ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Disease-oriented health care system Introduction The disease-oriented health care system is a…
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NR 506 DeVry Week 5 Discussion Latest Drivers of High Performance Healthcare Systems (graded) Select two drivers (for example quality, cost, and access) of high performance healthcare systems and apply it to your current work situation. The application could demonstrate the presence of the driver in a positive manner or it could acknowledge the presence…
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NR 506 DeVry Week 7 Discussion Latest RN as Healthcare Policy Leader (graded) As a health policy professional leader, communicating with lay audiences is an important skill in promoting the health of the community for master prepared registered nurses. Develop a concise position statement reflecting the research findings and recommendations by experts as they relate…
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NR 506 DeVry Week 4 Discussion Latest Challenges in Lobbying Strategies (graded) Discuss the best approach for communicating with your local legislator or policymaker in your policy-priority issue. What is your rationale for this approach? ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Challenges in Lobbying Strategies Introduction Lobbying is a necessary part of the political process, and it’s often…