Health Reports Samples For Students

Any hospital security engineer must observe the HIPAA privacy rule, which monitors the access and sharing of individual health information, as well as the HIPAA security rule, which comprises of the national security standards that safeguards the electronic health information. Since the hospital stores patient information using the paper based system, the manager will ensure that the implementation of electronic based health information systems is achieved within the shortest time possible (Keller & Associates, 2011). The paper records are always not secure and they contain massive irregularities and drawbacks towards the process of patient care and treatment. The paper based Continue reading...

Abstract

The assessment of respiratory functions is mandatory in the diagnosis of lung diseases and related disorders. These functions are assessed by measuring the lung volumes and capacities. In the present experiment, we learnt the use and operation of BIOPAC airflow transducer for measuring the lung volumes. We understood the rationale behind the precautions taken while experimentation. We could successfully correlate the obtained results with the physiological conditions of the subjects of the study.

Experiment on Respiratory Volumes

Respiratory system is a vital system of human physiology. It is involved with the gaseous exchange wherein oxygen is inhaled and carbon dioxide is exhaled from Continue reading...

Executive Summary

The current research relates McDonald’s – the largest fast food restaurant chain in the world. Nowadays, the company is operating in many countries and succeeded to develop a strong brand. The current tendencies of the food industry include healthy nutrition that is inconsistent with the concept of McDonald’s. The company faced the necessity of changing menu towards more healthy, introducing more healthy products, and changing its concept (IBIS World, 2014). The current paper contains SWOT analysis aiming to analyze the situation and make propositions related the new concept of McDonald’s. There were suggestions related the new products Continue reading...

Impact of Healthcare Laws

- The constitution of United States of America guarantees liberty, life and pursuit of happiness to its citizens. Health care is one of the fundamental rights that the constitution protects. The Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act is necessitates a medical screening examination and stabilizing treatment for all the patients presented at any emergency department across the United States of America. The ethical principle guiding delivery of quality care to the patients that require emergency attendance despite the challenges is the distributive justice. The challenges that tend to threaten this care include inadequate community resource, insufficient capacity and Continue reading...

Tea market is trendy and continually attracting the consumers all over the world. France has one if the popular and biggest tea markets in the world. The French tea market is unique amongst the Western markets. Powerful conventional expressions can be dramatized through product design, print ads, packaging, and outdoor media. This plays a pivotal rule in reinvigorating the business. Major tea importers such as Unilever, and Tetley are active on the conventional market.
Every marketing activity, from product design, brand endorsement, publicity and packaging, to CEOs’ words matter a lot. Tea companies have turned their view of publicity Continue reading...

Causative agent

Chickenpox is a disease that is highly contagious, and its causative agent is varicella zoster virus (Wood).
Historical information
The history of the term chicken pox that is documented as being used from 1684 is not dependably known. There have been speculations that it was derived from chickpeas, on the basis of their resemblance of vesicles to chickpeas (Belshe).

Transmission

It begins with vesicular skin rash on the head and body. It is transmitted through the air and it easily spreads via sneezing or coughing by affected persons or via direct contact with the rash’s secretions. The patient is Continue reading...

Introduction

Skin is an important component of the human body. It has many functions in ensuring the body health. Caring for the skin means keeping it in good shape to ensure the wellbeing. The nursing home clients have skin problems ranging from pressure ulcers to skin tears. This is alarming because of the serious damage that might occur. This strategic plan will help the clients have skin that will promote good health.

Goals

Objectives
Strategies
Training is one of the important things that will help the clients care for their skin. Training will happen after every three months. The problems that Continue reading...

Business Issue

According to the management records, it has been observed in the past few months that there has been a substantial increase in the sickness absenteeism. The management also perceives that the sickness leaves are higher in Bradley Hotel and Conference Centre as compared to other organizations in the same industry. The arising issue is not apparently very logical to link with job dissatisfaction, as our organization divides and distributes tasks according to the working capacity of the individuals. However, there is a dire need to adopt different measures to reduce and monitor the sickness absenteeism.
It is proposed that Continue reading...

Introduction:

Waiver schemes and the family waivers have been proposed by many states in the country, with each having various schemes to accommodate all those who are in need of help and support. There have been a lot of schemes by the department like the scheme for supporting military families with all their medical expenses, providing them with jobs in the health department, offering them support system in terms of medlineplus schemes etc. Many more such ventures by the public health department have made them unique in the whole world. (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2012)
A family Continue reading...

Introduction

My personal experience back in college as a young adult can be described as wild and care free. I was the captain of my college football team and this made me very popular. I was expected to constantly remain physically fit in order to lead my team to victory and simultaneously achieve good academic performance. However, there was nobody to stop my newly-acquired status as a free individual. I recall the frequent drinking sprees with my friends. These were of course accompanied by cases of rowdiness and restlessness. In other words, I had a high affinity to disrupt the Continue reading...

A health promotion program to reduce childhood respiratory illness is the most appropriate program. This is because it helps to deal with complications brought by the illness early in life before they develop into serious complications. Most of these diseases can be ignored, making it difficult to deal with complications they bring later in life. Many people and health institutions fail to put an emphasis on treatment of childhood respiratory illness (Shonkoff, Boyce, McEwen, 2009). Instead, many health institutions focus on programs to deal with adult illnesses that would have been dealt with in early childhood. Symptoms of childhood Continue reading...

This procedure targets people who are overweight especially those with a body mass index of 40 or more and those with body mass index of 35 and other serious medical conditions such as diabetes (Lord, 2008). It is essential for those people who can’t lose weight by exercising and cutting their diet hence has compromised their health. The center should target patients who are members of the insurance providers because the procedure is costly. The insurance providers help to offset the hospital expenses. The patient makes an appointment with a bariatric surgeon who usually carries out an assessment Continue reading...

President’s Sense of SOU

President Barack Obama delivered the State of Union address on 28th January 2014. Obama’s sense of the SOU was to highlight some aspects that currently exist in the country. He focused on letting American citizens understand that he is aware of the issues that need to be addressed by his government. Outlining the formulated strategies to solve the prevailing challenges in the country is essential for any democratic leadership. Barack Obama pledged to address the emerging issues such as raising the minimum wage to encourage saving in the American households. State of Union helps to give a nation Continue reading...

Introduction

Most of the microorganisms naturally present in the human body are harmless commensals. However, there also exists other disease causing microorganisms known as pathogens and the mechanism by which they cause disease is known as pathogenesis. These pathogens persist or multiply within the host causing infection. Some pathogens like Pseudomonas aeruginosa are considered as opportunistic pathogens that cause disease only in patients with compromised immunity and only under certain conditions. The infectious diseases may be treated with antibiotic drugs. However, it is important to know the different types of pathogens and the virulence factors by which they cause disease Continue reading...

The observation covered both young and adult available in the facility. General hygiene of the facility was the main item to investigate during this observation. Health is one of the critical parts in the life of a human being. In the facilities where children stay, there is a need to observe health rules for children to stay away from contagious diseases. Children are vulnerable to very many diseases that arise from negligence of hygiene.
Both the children and adult observed hand washing. Most children kept the rule of washing hands whenever required they did not disobey the teachings from Continue reading...

Leadership in Health and Social Care: The challenge of promoting effective teamwork on hand hygiene compliance in an inter-disciplinary environment for team leaders in Hong Kong authority hospitals

Part I

Introduction:
Hand hygiene is the single most effective and cost efficient method for preventing and reducing the transmission of hospital acquired infections. Adherence to hand hygiene practices is the most important method of reducing infections in healthcare facilities. Because hands of healthcare workers frequently serve as vectors for the transmission of organisms between patients, and are also a major reservoir for pathogens with antimicrobial resistance, the simple act of washing ones Continue reading...

Introduction

Hypertension is one of the most common clinical conditions that afflict most people regardless of country or race. Hypertension is a non-communicable disease, which means that it is not acquired through contact although mounting evidence through numerous studies suggests that the disease can be genetic or hereditary. In layman’s term, hypertension is commonly associated with high-blood pressure although in a medical perspective, hypertension is quite difficult to define. The definition of hypertension is quite arbitrary depending on factors such as age as well as the level of blood pressure that is normal for a person, which varies among Continue reading...

OUTLINE

Introduction

MHPAEA Act 1 was enforced to guarantee that the people seeking mental and drug abuse disorders receive the same coverage as those seeking medical and surgical care.

Research

The importance of the policy is evident from the fact that drug use and mental health disorders contribute to the development of more than 60 diseases and conditions that are covered by traditional medical plans, including cancer.

Public reaction for Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act 1

The reaction from the public, the media and public service advocates was positive. However, the reaction from employers and medical plan providers was negative, because the change would widen their coverage burden.

The clusters affected by MHPAEA

The groups Continue reading...

Introduction

Conflicts are disagreements between two or more groups of people. The parties could disagree on principles, interests or responsibilities. Conflict is very ordinary and expected when individuals with different values and ideas work together. Due to the inevitability of discord, it is important to recognize the conflict, address it and resolve it sufficiently. When conflicts are not resolved appropriately, undesired effects may arise. When conflicts are correctly handled, it strengthens the relationship and trust between the involved parties. There are many different methods of conflict resolution. Choosing the best conflict resolution method is crucial to resolving the conflict. In Continue reading...

COMPARISON OF ISOTONIC ANF ISOMETRIC STRENGTH TESTING

Methods: 10 males and 3 females in the age range of 21 to 32 years were tested for hand grip strength. Their height ranged from 65 to 74 inches and weight ranged from 158 to 260 pounds. The BMI range of the subjects was from 21.9 to 38.3 Hand-grip measurements and bench press tests were perfomed on these subjects. The Average 1 RM hand-grip, Average Handgrip, Arm Strength were estimated for each subject. Combined scores from the isometric tests -Arm plus Shoulder, ∑ of 4 isometric tests, Isometric minus handgrip were also estimated.
Results: Linear regression and the R-squared values Continue reading...

Enter Your University

This paper will address the different nuances of Health care company merger and acquisitions , specifically it will address the key financial drivers which prompt a merger, post merger analysis , financial planning in the post merger arena and the relevance of financial analysis in a healthcare organization. Finally the paper will address the current state of the healthcare system and what we can expect to see in the future.

Financial drivers that prompt mergers and acquisitions in Healthcare organizations.

Target company value: If the acquiring company feels that the target company to merge with is undervalued it would be a win fall for the former. Also from the perspective if Continue reading...

Human Resource Management

Introduction
This project alludes to the compensation and benefit strategy of an organization. It is very essential to clarify the concept and all the aspects of compensation and benefits given to the employees of an organization. Walmart is the world’s largest retail store that has been taken for this project to study the compensation and benefits issues and the steps taken by them. As per the Fortune global 500, Walmart is also one of the largest companies in the world in term of revenues, and the leading private employers worldwide. It employs approximately 2.2 million employees across the Continue reading...

Introduction The increasing technological advancement, changing healthcare policies and progression of some illness calls for evidence-based research in heath care. The need to adapting to new techniques in the contemporary nursing has led to researchers coming up with a large volume of literature. Decision in healthcare has then turned out very complex. It requires a systematic search and analysis of every article and document by caregivers to get the appropriate evidence-based information. The use of a systematic review in managing large volumes of research evidence involves the process of documenting the methods before starting any search to identify different Continue reading...

Paper outline

Critical evaluation of Minnie’s Food Pantry Volunteer Volunteer program
Introduction
As presented in the interview, Minnie’s Food Pantry was established on April, 1st 2008 (April fool’s day) with the volunteer program being set in October, 2008. The organization offers healthy meals to families that are in need, in addition to educating them to become positive contributors to the community. In order to make this possible, the organization partners with local grocery stores and market to acquire fresh fruits, vegetables and wholesome meals to the families served. Currently, the organization serves thousands of families via its feeding Continue reading...

Introduction

Most of the time, people with flu ignore the disease especially when the symptoms are very mild. Moreover, people think of the flu as a bad cold. However, flu is worse than cold (Williams, 2014). Because of misinformation, there is a necessity for a better information dissemination concerning the flu, its causes, and the flu vaccines. Thus, this report gives information about the flu and the flu vaccine.

The Flu

Flu is a viral disease primarily caused by influenza viruses (CDC, 2014a). Most of the time, influenza viruses attack the windpipe and the lungs. Flu is considered a highly contagious disease, Continue reading...

Term Month and Year

The past decades have seen research conducted to show a link between physical activities and exercises in the retention and treatment of a number of disorders. Studies have also shown that some of the lifestyle factors such as smoking drinking, unbalanced diets with minimal to no physical activity or exercise being incorporated have been the cause of up to 50% of deaths in the country. Persons who have a tendency to exercise have been seen to have lesser episodes of depression, anxiety and were optimistic in their on-goings (De Mello et al., 2013).
While these effects may be minimal Continue reading...

Dear Client,

This has reference to your revision request. All the questions (except for one) have been answered. I have made the answers obvious and done and added a few words here and there to make the answers more prominent. Everything is marked in the two pages of the ‘copy of the report’ which follows this letter. Please go through the same and tell me if you still think the paper needs revision, after reading it. In case you want a revision, I’ll be happy to do it for you but you have to tell me what needs to be Continue reading...

Background information

Kindred Healthcare Inc. was established in the year 1985 under the name Vencor Inc. After its operation for a decade and a half, the company filed for bankruptcy. After the dealing with the bankruptcy cases, the company opted to change its name to the currently known Kindred Healthcare Inc. Despite the initial bankruptcy odds, the company has revitalized itself to be one of the leading providers of health care services in the United States of America. The company’s mission is to enhance the healing process of their patients’ and reignite their hope in life. Further, the company is Continue reading...

Abstract

Since its founding in 1886 by three brothers, Robert, James, and Edward Johnson, Johnsons & Johnsons has reached more than 275 operating companies around the world to include Asia, Europe, Asia Pacific and Africa. Its goal of creating new and better products for customers and healthcare professionals pushed it to expand into three product segments: Pharmaceuticals, Consumers, and Medical Devices and Diagnostics (MDD). In 2013, it stood as one of the top 10 companies in the United States in its Pharmaceutical segment. It has driven growth through a concerted effort to restore reliability in providing products to its consumers with Continue reading...

Screening is a vital medical exercise. It helps in identifying victims at higher risks at early stages of the disease making it possible to develop medical intervention measures that can reduce the risk of illness and death. Notwithstanding the fact that screening helps in identifying the level of risks, there are certain implications that make it undesirable. There are medical conditions in which screening is an inevitable exercise. For instance, blood pressure is a non-controversial screening program. Nevertheless, genetic screening for prostate or breast cancer, mandatory HIV screening, or obesity screening are some of the most controversial screening programs. Continue reading...

Introduction

This analysis will focus on the excess intake of saturated fats and cardiovascular disease. The analysis is based on the report detailing my nutrient intake recorded for two days starting from September 4, 2014 to September 6, 2014. According to the analysis, my diet during the two-day period predisposes me to cardiovascular disease since it is high in saturated fats. According to the food guidelines given by USDA, saturated fats should contribute less than 10 percent of the total daily calories. However, my nutrient report indicates that saturated fats contribute 12 percent of my total daily calorie intake. Consequently, Continue reading...

PEOPLE WITH SERIOUS MENTAL ILLNESS SUFFERING BEING HOMELESS

Introduction
This study chronologically traces the history of people with serious mental illness and is homeless. The study examines the significant events that were followed in establishing policies for homeless people. It provides the background behind such occurrences, the government that was in power and the policies put in place. The paper further gives the ideological background that influences such policies. In conclusion, the study will highlight the present circumstances and recommendations.

Background

For around two decades, the issue of homeless has been a public policy. A third of the homeless people within the society comprise the mentally retarded. These Continue reading...

The Importance of Implementing Stronger Background Check System

for Gun Sales in the U.S.

Vice President Joe BidenThe White House1600 Pennsylvania Ave., NWWashington, DC 20500

Dear Vice President Biden:
In relation to the series of gun-related violence that have mostly occurred within school premises in the recent years, here is a report that analyzes the best way to protect people from being victims in active shooting incidents. I strongly recommend the strengthening of the background check system on gun sales be the priority in the seemingly endless and tortuous debate over the issue of gun legislation.
This recommendation is based on the fact that strengthening the background check systems will ensure that only mentally and emotionally fit gun Continue reading...

Introduction 3

Research Questions 3
Terms and Definitions 4
Health and Needs Assessment: 4
Significance of the Study 4
Need for Assessment 4
Proposal to the client 4
Objectives 5
Literature Review 5
Methodology 6
Research design: 7
Limitation of the study 7
Data Analysis 9
Negative Results 10
Summary 11
Recommendations 12

Introduction

Research indicates that nursing group teamwork directs to high-level job satisfaction, safety of patients, better care, and better patient satisfaction. However, unfortunately there has been very little attention paid to the teamwork of nursing staff WHO. Quality in care, patient safety and higher level of job satisfaction is Continue reading...

Q1a. Dental health goal and reasons for making it a health priorityGoal: Increase the number of patients receiving oral healthcare services by 150 percent to receive oral services such as preventive measures, risk assessment, and dental treatment.Reasons for making it a priority
Walls and Murray, (2013) provides the following approaches for making priority in oral care.Increase self-confidence- excellent oral care (flossing and brushing) reduces the plaque that leads to bad breath. Regular assessment and preventive measures help keep the smile in the best condition that leads to self-confidence.Detect and prevent oral cancer- early diagnosis has been proved to be Continue reading...

Introduction

This is well documented that the chemical composition of water affects the taste, color, odor, and so forth. Some of these salts also pose a threat to human health. The chemical composition of water is based on different dissolved solids. Total dissolved solids are referred to matters in tap water or water bodies that left in a container as residue after evaporation and drying of a water sample. WHO and EPA recommended that it should be below 500 mg/L (Broséus et al., 2009; EPA, 2013).

Classification of Dissolved Solids

The dissolved solids comprised of various salt contents present in the water as Continue reading...

Aging is not something anyone can avoid. It comes with a lot of blessings, getting to see the world change or to see a new generation of people with new inventions. It also has its disadvantages; your body can fail on you, and there is nothing you can do to go back to the younger energetic years. The best one can do, is age successfully and this way you will not have any regrets.
According to me, successful aging is mostly about remaining physically fit and capable of doing things for yourself even though not as good as when Continue reading...

The Ministry of Health for United Arab Emirates is mandated to employ UAE national health professionals that possess the suitable qualifications (Health Authority-Abu Dhabi, 2012). This is in accordance with Health Authority-Abu Dhabi Personal Qualification Requirements. This geared towards ensuring high-quality healthcare services are effectively delivered to patients. Moreover, the ministry is at the forefront in ensuring that UAE national health professionals employed are given most appropriate training and supervision that can facilitate the development of these professionals in their careers (Federal Department of Nursing: UAE Ministry of Health, 2011). Additionally, the ministry has to define benefits that are Continue reading...

The Civil Healthcare Fraud case happened in Birmingham. The case was as a result of a complaint launched by a whistleblower. The defendants in the case were; King Jnr., King and Associates Inc., Marie King, SouthernCare Inc. and William Bill. Those involved in the investigation of the case were the FBI, The US Attorney (Joyce White Vance) and the Department for Health and Human Services in the United States.
According to the article, “Civil Healthcare Fraud Allegations Settled for $ 1.4 Million”, the manager of King and Associates, Inc. was Marie King. She was a registered nurse and had the Continue reading...

Abstract

The report discusses the aspects of food in detail regarding the ethics and moral duty that is the liability of the restaurants and caterers. Food is the basic necessity of life. Healthy food is essential for the proper growth of the body a d minds. Owing to it, serious concerns have been arising regarding the healthy food available in restaurants. Often people are motivated to take their meals from outside restaurants in cases e.g. while travelling, in hurry, on duty, for enjoyment, etc. So this report discusses all the issues at one place.

Introduction

Human body is like a racing Continue reading...