Discuss the importance of protecting patient information and the impact of the HITECH Act and HIPAA.

Discuss the importance of protecting patient information and the impact of the HITECH Act and HIPAA. You must define the key provisions of HITECH Act and HIPAA. You must address how The HITECH Act enhanced HIPAA protections. You must address how HIPAA and HITECH curb inappropriate use of healthcare information by authorized users.

What is the main issue for your organization in addressing a solution to evidence-based nursing practice-Discuss what might be the first step in addressing and resolving this issue.

TOPIC 2 DQ1 DQ2  ANSWER FOLLOWING 2 QUESTIONS SEPARATELY, EACH QUESTION MUST HAVE AT LEAST 200 WORDS 1) During your practicum, determine what clinical problem or issue the organization is facing. Discuss two implications for nursing. 2) What is the main issue for your organization in addressing a solution to evidence-based nursing practice? Discuss what […]

What are some of the security issues you might encounter if this were allowed? How would you address these issues-How is this issue addressed in your practice setting?

Week 7 A new concept for some organizations is to allow nurses to bring in their own devices known as bring your own devices (BYOD) to use at work. What are some of the security issues you might encounter if this were allowed? How would you address these issues? How is this issue addressed in […]

What are some generational differences that you may not have been aware of as it relates to microaggressions and diversity, equity, and inclusion?

Diversity & Inclusion – Reflection on readings Reflect on the readings – what are some generational differences that you may not have been aware of as it relates to microaggressions and diversity, equity, and inclusion? Here is the link to the article: https://www.themuse.com/advice/diversity-inclusion

What do you think could stand to be improved to be even more prepared? What education or training have you received-If you have participated in a drill, what was your role and response?

Environmental Health and Disaster Preparedness 1) In thinking about the Libby, Montana film, what would the implications be for community health nurses? 2) What is your reaction to each of the articles/response to each scenario? 3) Describe three common themes noted across the three articles? 4) Reflect on your workplace facility’s disaster preparedness plan. What […]

Explain how these affect nursing practice and describe the expectations and responsibilities of the nursing role in these situations.

Examine changes introduced to reform or restructure the U.S. health care delivery system. In a 1,000-1,250 word paper, discuss action taken for reform and restructuring and the role of the nurse within this changing environment. Include the following: Outline a current or emerging health care law or federal regulation introduced to reform or restructure some […]

Discuss how the nursing leadership role is instrumental in providing effective healthcare delivery.

Healthcare Challenges in the 21st Century Develop three challenges to healthcare and provide a short discussion of possible nursing leadership interventions. Discuss how the nursing leadership role is instrumental in providing effective healthcare delivery.

Should cryotherapy become a protocol for helping to prevent peripheral neuropathy in patients who are receiving Taxene-based chemotherapy?

Respond to these two discussion posts and ask a question at the end of each response. 1 reference for each DISCUSSION POST 1 Research question: What interventions can nurse care managers provide to reduce patient disenrollment in our Care Management program? Theoretical Framework: Case management is a process that can be utilized for improving patient […]