Discussion post: Cultural and societal influences on health

”For a cultural group different from your own, list three culturally based behaviors that may not promote health, and explain how you would provide respectful health promotion education to that cultural group.”

P.S, please follow the instructions as it asks and answer the question.

I only need half-page and two references from  Potter, P, A., Perry book and Scholar article that are less than five years of publication.
Thank you 

Dq


Financial Aspect

Support from the stakeholders is critical in the implementation of evidence-based change proposals. One financial aspect that needs consideration for improving the transition of care (TOC) is reducing the cost of healthcare services. Providing safe, effective, and high-quality care to all patients is a priority in nursing practice. Safe and effective transfer of responsibility for a patient’s medical care relies on effective provider communication with patient comprehension of discharge instructions (Gallahue, et al., 2015). My preceptor and I believe that when patient understand their plan of care and know how to manage their health in a different setting, this help to prevent unplanned readmissions, thus reduce medical costs.

Quality Aspect

Effective transition of care promotes positive outcomes, reduce mortality rate, promote health and wellness, increase patient satisfaction, and help to prevent unplanned readmissions, adverse events, save medical costs and possible penalties from increase readmission rates.

Clinical Aspect

The plan is to add a case manager who has relevant knowledge and expertise to facilitate the implementation effective transition of care. Ensuring that patient understand their plan of care, medication, side effects, how to manage their medical conditions and ensure that patient will have a safe and effective care transition. Through effective nursing communication and collaboration, transition of care will be improved, thereby promoting a positive patient prognosis.

Normal Data Distribution and Two-Variable Correlation Testing

For this three-part assessment you will create a histogram or bar graph for a data set, perform assumption and correlation tests, and interpret your graphic and test results in a 2-to-3 page paper.

In this unit we focus on whether two or more groups have important differences on a single variable of interest. For example, for the dependent variable stress score, we may want to know if there is a difference in stress between males and females, or maybe we would like to know if there is a difference in stress levels between people who drink chamomile tea and those who do not, or maybe we would like to determine if a group of expectant parents is less anxious (this is the dependent variable) about the birthing experience after a series of discussions with experienced parents. In each of these examples we have two groups (two groups being compared or the same group being compared before and after), and one dependent variable that is being compared in each group. In this unit you will begin exploring popular statistical techniques (and their assumptions) that are used to compare two or more groups.

The independent t-test, also called unpaired t-test, is typically used in health care to compare two groups of individuals that are entirely unrelated to each other (that is, independent), thus the one group cannot influence the other group. For example, we may wish to compare a drug treatment group to a control group (those not receiving drug treatment) for a specific clinical characteristic (dependent variable) that can be measured at the interval or ratio level (such as cholesterol, depression scale, or memory test).

The dependent t-test, also called paired t-test, compares two groups for a dependent variable measured at the interval or ratio level as well; however, these two groups are in reality just one group. But because they are measured before and after an intervention, we consider them as two groups for analytical purposes. This group is considered dependent because nothing is expected to vary in the nature of the individuals being measured except as a result of the intervention, as the group is composed of the same individuals.

Overview

One of the most important steps along the researcher’s path to data analysis is to become familiar with the character of the raw data collected for the project. Before weaving the strands of data into an analytical story that is related to a study’s goals, researchers typically inspect the completeness and quality of the data with various visualization techniques (graphics), summary tables, and mathematical tests of quality (assumption tests), as discussed in Assessment 2. One of these latter tests is a correlation analysis. With this approach, the researcher performs a very basic series of exploratory tests on variable pairs to identify any potentially interesting (yet unknown) relationships between groups of data (variables). Correlational analyses are often later performed as part of the predetermined data analysis plan to answer a specific research question.

Demonstration of Proficiency

By successfully completing this assessment you will address the following scoring guide criteria, which align to the indicated course competencies.

  • Competency 1: Describe underlying concepts and reasoning related to the collection and evaluation of quantitative data in health care research. 
    • Interpret the overall clinical meaning and limitations of the relationship of two variables, based on a correlation analysis and literature regarding age and stress.
  • Competency 2: Apply appropriate statistical methods using common software tools in the collection and evaluation of health care data. 
    • Create a histogram and scatter plot for variables tested for normal distribution.
    • Perform a normal distribution assumption test for two variables to determine if data is normally distributed.
    • Perform an appropriate correlation test to determine the direction and strength or magnitude of the relationship between two variables.
  • Competency 3: Interpret the results and practical significance of statistical health care data analyses. 
    • Interpret the effect size for correlation analysis results.
  • Competency 5: Address assignment purpose in a well-organized text, incorporating appropriate evidence and tone in grammatically sound sentences. 
    • Articulate meaning relevant to the main topic, scope, and purpose of the prompt. 
    • Apply APA formatting to in-text citations and references.

Instructions

For this three-part assessment, complete the following, referring to Yoga Stress (PSS) Study Data Set [XLSX], which you have used previously, as needed.

Software

The following statistical analysis software is required to complete your assessments in this course:

  • IBM SPSS Statistics Standard or Premium GradPack, version 22 or higher, for PC or Mac.

You have access to the more robust IBM SPSS Statistics Premium GradPack.

Please refer to the Statistical Software page on Campus for general information on SPSS software, including the most recent version made available to Capella learners.

Part 1: Graphic Representation of the Data from the Yoga Stress (PSS) Study Data Set
  1. Create a histogram or bar graph (according to the measurement level of the data) of the following variables: Age, Education, Pre-intervention Psychological Stress Score (PSS). 
  2. Create a scatter plot of the following pair of variables: Age versus Pre-intervention Psychological Stress Score (PSS). 
Part 2: Statistical Tests
  1. Perform a preanalysis assumption test for a normal distribution test to determine if the data you intend to use for the correlation tests passes the assumption of being normally distributed. 
    • You will use this test for Age and Pre-intervention Psychological Stress Score (PSS).
  2. Perform the appropriate correlation test to determine the direction and strength or magnitude of the relationship between these two variables from Step 1. 
    • Remember, we are not concerned about causation at this point and want to determine only if there is a statistical association.
Part 3: Yoga Stress (PSS) Study Paper
  • Include the histogram and scatter plot graphics you created earlier for Age and Pre-intervention Psychological Stress Score (PSS). 
    • Provide an interpretation for these graphics.
  • Report the statistical outcome of the correlation analysis using appropriate scholarly style, including a brief interpretation of the effect size of the correlation.
  • Interpret the practical, real-world meaning (and limitations of the interpretation) of the relationship of these two variables based on the correlation analysis you performed.
  • Include the SPSS “.sav” output file that shows your programming and results from Parts 1 and 2 for this assessment.
  • Provide at least one evidence-based scholarly or peer-reviewed article that supports your interpretation.

Assignment 09: Use of Sources

  HA3300D – Healthcare Policy and Ethics

Assignment 09: Use of Sources

 Task: Submit to complete this assignment

Directions

During these last weeks of class, you should actively pursue researching and writing your paper. Your final paper must be submitted by the last day of class.

You have already compiled a list of resources you plan to use in your paper. In this assignment, you will think about HOW you will use them.

Step 1

Read “A Source’s Role in Your Paper,” from the Harvard College Writing Program. This resource contains a checklist of questions you can ask about your sources to figure out what role they might play in your paper. Use this checklist to evaluate all of your sources.

Step 2

Write an annotated bibliography for submission to your professor. An annotated bibliography is just a list of your sources, but one that includes a brief paragraph–or “annotation”–below each one. It looks like this.

What to Submit for this Assignment

For this assignment, submit an annotated bibliography of six sources you plan to use in your research paper. Your annotation below each source should include:

.A brief explanation of why you consider this source to be timely, relevant, accurate, and objective–in other words, credible.

.A description of how you plan to use this source in your paper, whether as background information, an argument to engage with, evidence, or something else. See “A Source’s Role in Your Paper” for more examples.

research proposal.

 

write a 2 page paper addressing the sections below of the research proposal.

Methodology

  • Extraneous Variables (and plan for how controlled).
  • Instruments: Description, validity, and reliability estimates, which have been performed (on a pre-established measure). Include plans for testing validity and reliability of generating your own instrument(s).
  • Description of the Intervention
  • Data Collection Procedures

Discussion Post

Write a 175- to 265-word response to the following questions (minimum length is 4-5 substantive sentences – a standard paragraph). Include a minimum of one peer-reviewed reference to support your post (must be cited per APA guidelines):

  • How will you make effective decisions as a health care leader?
  • What impact can your decisions have on the health care organization and the consumers it serves?

APN discussion week 1

 

For this assignment, you will complete a Aquifer case study based on the course objectives and weekly content. Aquifer cases emphasize core learning objectives for an evidence-based primary care curriculum. Throughout your nurse practitioner program, you will use the Aquifer case studies to promote the development of clinical reasoning through the use of ongoing assessments and diagnostic skills and to develop patient care plans that are grounded in the latest clinical guidelines and evidence-based practice.

The Aquifer assignments are highly interactive and a dynamic way to enhance your learning. Material from the Aquifer cases may be present in the quizzes, the midterm exam, and the final exam.

Click here for information on how to access and navigate Aquifer.

This week, complete the Aquifer case titled Internal Medicine 02: 60-year-old woman with chest pain

Apply information from the Aquifer Case Study to answer the following discussion questions:

  • Discuss the history of present illness that you would take on this patient in preparation for the clinic visit. Include questions regarding Onset, Location, Duration, Characteristics, Aggravating Factors, Relieving Factors, Treatment, Severity (OLDCARTS).
  • Describe the physical exam and diagnostic tools to be used for Ms. Johnston. Are there any additional you would have liked to be included that were not? 
  • What plan of care will Ms. Johnston be given at this visit; what is the patient education and follow-up?

Discussion 2 ,250 words and reply 1 and 2 ,150 words each one by 10/29/2020 at 6: 00 pm,please add references

 Discussion 2

Describe the difference between research and quality improvement. Provide a workplace example where qualitative and quantitative research is applied and how it was used within your organization. When replying to peers, discuss how these research findings might be incorporated into another health care setting. 

Reply 1

Research is a systematic study that aims to increase knowledge and understanding about a particular variable studied, for example, determining how effective a drug is based on a therapeutic result. On the other hand, quality improvement involves a systematic collection of data and statistics to improve healthcare outcomes (Al-Surimi, 2018). An example of such redesigning systems in the healthcare setting to determine the effect on healthcare outcomes. Research primarily follows a specific chronological order with a fixed hypothesis and assesses the study’s effectiveness through data analysis. Conversely, quality improvement has a flexible hypothesis, which variates as the survey continues (Al-Surimi, 2018). Quality improvement is mainly aimed at providing safe, effective, timely, and patient-centered care. In contrast, the main aim of a research undertaking is to determine the usefulness and utility of a medication given to patients (Al-Surimi, 2018).

Workplace Example

Qualitative research can be used to examine healthcare professionals’ change in behavior concerning difficulties and barriers they experience while delivering care to patients, whose findings are usually in words to be interpreted. On the other hand, quantitative research collects statistical information concerning a healthcare determinant, enabling empirical investigation (Rutberg & Bouikidis, 2018). In the surgical unit, we conducted qualitative and quantitative research on healthcare professionals to determine why physicians frequently got infections. From the data collected, it was discovered that it was due to lack of enough physicians’ gloves and washing stations. When this data was represented on a graph, a bigger percentage of participants complained of a lack of a washing station. This information was used for quality improvement in the facility, and more cleaning stations were put in place to ensure physicians practice regular handwashing hygiene

References

Al-Surimi, K. (2018). Research versus quality improvement in healthcare.

Rutberg, S., & Bouikidis, C. D. (2018). Focusing on the fundamentals: A simplistic differentiation between qualitative and quantitative research. Nephrology Nursing Journal, 45(2), 209-213

Reply 2

 

The purpose of performing research is to find new knowledge about the effect of a medicine, treatment, or procedure. Health care providers and health care organizations collect data for several different reasons. Data collection is performed to meet the requirements of mandatory reporting by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Data are also collected for quality improvement, and data are collected for research purposes. If data are collected for research purposes, different procedures are required. For health care, data collection for quality can be done without acquiring approval or consent, which is required for research studies.

Quality Improvement (QI) is data-driven and usually done to improve the quality of care provided to patients. QI may benefit a process, system, and possibly the patient. QI, as defined by the Department of Health and Human Services (2011), consists of “systematic and continuous actions that lead to measurable improvement in health services and the health status of targeted patient groups” (p. 1). When health care providers and nurses carry out a QI project, it may not be the implementation of something new, but an improvement upon something already in place. QI takes a team to produce results. A QI project does not subject the participant to any risk, and the participant may not even be aware of being involved in a QI project. The QI project usually occurs at the facility where the problem was found. Monthly data are collected regarding patient safety at most facilities. Facilities include health care institutions such as hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term facilities, clinics, and doctors’ offices (Helbig 2018).

In dialysis, we have the IDT that uses qualitative and quantitative research to review methods of modality, patient and family knowledge of hemodialysis. To Measure support and focus on patient and family preparation, knowledge of different modalities and the lifestyle implications of different modality choices. Home hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis.

Reference

Helbig, (June 2018.) Applied Statistics in Healthcare. Statistical Analysis. Retrieved from: https//www.gcumedia.com/digital-resources/grand-canyon-university/2018/applied-statistcis-for-heatlh-care_1e.php

D5 Community based care-home health nursing

The home and community are increasing in importance as the recommended point of care delivery.  Identify a recent news article that supports this assertion. Summarize the article and discuss how this information will influence and support the patient and family in achieving the best possible outcomes while remaining in the community. Provide a link to the article you have chosen for this discussion post.

Your initial posting should be 250 to 350 words in length and utilize at least one scholarly source other than the textbook.