In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately 50% of front-line workers reported that they did not have sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE) to meet the demand for health care

DHA711 Administration Of Complex Health Care Systems

Week 7 Discussion

DQ1 Meeting the Demand for Resources and Supplies

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, approximately 50% of front-line workers reported that they did not have sufficient personal protective equipment (PPE) to meet the demand for health care services (Kacik, 2020). Simply stockpiling to prepare for the next epidemic is not the answer, as certain PPE (e.g., masks and gloves) deteriorate over time.

What changes are needed in resource and supply planning for a health care system to be prepared for a surge in demand during the next epidemic? Share innovative strategies and ideas that you have learned about in your work and in this week’s learning activities.

Include your own experience, as well as 2 citations that align with or contradict your comments as sourced from peer-reviewed academic journals, industry publications, books, and/or other sources. Cite your sources using APA formatting. If you found contradicting information to what your experience tells you, explain why you agree or disagree with the research.

DQ2 Materials Question

Reflecting on your readings in this week’s learning activities, which particular topic or issue resonates the most with you and why? What big questions remain unanswered?