Global Strategy on Digital Health
The “digital determinants of health”, such as literacy in information and communication technologies and access to equipment, broadband, and the internet, become more important as digital health becomes more prevalent. The global strategy underscores the need to ground digital foundations within national strategies and emphasizes the need to work with different sectors and stakeholders at […]
Reflecting on the U.S. Healthcare System
“We do not learn from experience…we learn from reflecting on experience.” – John Dewey Now that we are at the end of the course an important learning tool is reflection. John Dewey, a famous academic spoke to the need, after living through an experience, to go back and contemplate what was learned. In virtual simulation […]
Caring for Chinese, Filipino, & Vietnamese Populations
After studying Module 3: Lecture Materials & Resources, discuss the following: A. Describe health and illness practices that may augment problems associated with the treatment of hypertension for Chinese-American clients. B. Describe the locus-of-control variable that some Filipino Americans have that may influence health-seeking behavior. C. Describe the importance of folk medicine and folk healers […]
Healthcare organizations use various Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quality Metrics to measure performance
Healthcare organizations use various Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and Quality Metrics to measure performance. This activity allows you to practice researching and using data to inform quality improvement decisions. For this discussion board: 1. Select one healthcare quality metric from the list below: · Hospital Readmission Rates · Patient Satisfaction Scores (HCAHPS) · Length of […]
Project Charter Measurement Phase
Purpose of Activity: This assignment focuses on the “Measure” phase of your Quality Improvement Initiative Charter, where you will develop a data collection plan and identify key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the success of your project. By completing this assignment, you will enhance your ability to plan systematic data collection and establish meaningful metrics […]