Define protected health information and when it can be disclosed. Differentiate between the Privacy Rule and the Security Rule as they apply to actual use in the laboratory. Differentiate between identifiable and unidentified information and their uses.

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You have been invited to do a presentation to the laboratory department regarding Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance and electronic health records. Discuss the salient points of your presentation and why you feel it is important to include this information in your presentation.
Include the following information:
1. Define protected health information and when it can be disclosed.
2. Differentiate between the Privacy Rule and the Security Rule as they apply to actual use in the laboratory.
3. Differentiate between identifiable and unidentified information and their uses.

Consider one type of drug used to treat the type of diabetes you selected, including proper preparation and administration of this drug. Then, reflect on dietary considerations related to treatment. Think about the short-term and long-term impact of the diabetes you selected on patients, including effects of drug treatments

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Select one type of diabetes to focus on for this Discussion type 1, type 2, gestational, or juvenile diabetes..
Consider one type of drug used to treat the type of diabetes you selected, including proper preparation and administration of this drug. Then, reflect on dietary considerations related to treatment.

Think about the short-term and long-term impact of the diabetes you selected on patients, including effects of drug treatments.

Identify one healthcare issue that is of particular interest to you. Describe the issue and discuss current law(s) related to that issue (either federal, state, or local laws) as well as any ethical concepts related to the issue.

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In this course work assignment, you will be responding to a question prompt. Your response must be at least 2 paragraphs long and a total of at least 1 full page (not counting cover, references page, and exhibits page).
In your response, you must cite at least 2 of the readings listed in the attached file, titled, “reading materials.”

Identify one healthcare issue that is of particular interest to you. Describe the issue and discuss current law(s) related to that issue (either federal, state, or local laws) as well as any ethical concepts related to the issue. Be certain to tell us whether or not you feel that the “laws” and “ethical issues” are congruent or incongruent. Be certain to justify your position.

Additional Instructions/Reminders:
-Make sure you cite your references both in-text and on the reference page, per APA guidelines.
-You are welcome to use your own sources, but you must use at least 2 of the readings in the attached list of “reading materials.”
-Your answer must reference at least 2 of the sources in the attached “reading materials” list.
-Make sure you are answering all parts of the question prompt. Make sure you do not miss any part of the question prompt.

Reflect on the patient’s symptoms, medical history, and drugs currently prescribed. Consider an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient’s history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed.

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Gastrointestinal (GI) and hepatobiliary disorders affect the structure and function of the GI tract. Many of these disorders often have similar symptoms, such as abdominal pain, cramping, constipation, nausea, bloating, and fatigue. Since multiple disorders can be tied to the same symptoms, it is important for advanced practice nurses to carefully evaluate patients and prescribe a treatment that targets the cause rather than the symptom.
Patient HL comes into the clinic with the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The patient has a history of drug abuse and possible Hepatitis C. HL is currently taking the following prescription drugs:
• Synthroid 100 mcg daily
• Nifedipine 30 mg daily
• Prednisone 10 mg daily
Once the underlying cause is identified, an appropriate drug therapy plan can be recommended based on medical history and individual patient factors. In this Assignment, you examine a case study of a patient who presents with symptoms of a possible GI/hepatobiliary disorder, and you design an appropriate drug therapy plan.

• Reflect on the patient’s symptoms, medical history, and drugs currently prescribed.
• Consider an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient’s history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed.
• Think about a possible diagnosis for the patient. Consider whether the patient has a disorder related to the gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary system or whether the symptoms are the result of a disorder from another system or other factors, such as pregnancy, drugs, or a psychological disorder
• Must have a purpose statement and a conclusion.
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Explain your diagnosis for the patient, including your rationale for the diagnosis.
The response accurately and clearly explains in detail the diagnosis for the patient, including an accurate and thorough rationale for the diagnosis that supports clinical judgment.

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Describe an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient’s history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed.
The response accurately and completely describes in detail an appropriate drug therapy plan based on the patient’s history, diagnosis, and drugs currently prescribed.
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Justify why you would recommend this drug therapy plan for this patient. Be specific and provide examples.
The response provides an accurate, clear, and detailed justification for the recommended drug therapy plan for this patient.

Research the FGIs used in the three types of operating rooms, consider the following; know the different types of operating rooms, review the guidelines for each space in each type of operating room and understand types of surgeries that take place in each type of operating room

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As a health care manager, it is important to understand the types of operating rooms and necessary requirements. In this assignment, you will explore the Facility Guidelines Institute (FGIs) to review 3 types of operating rooms and their requirements.

Explore the Facility Guideline Institute (FGI) for the current year. It is important to use the guidelines that are required in the project. Generally, it will be the most current guidelines however, it depends on the project stakeholders.

Research the FGIs used in the three types of operating rooms. Consider the following as you complete your research:

  • Know the different types of operating rooms.
  • Review the guidelines for each space in each type of operating room.
  • Understand types of surgeries that take place in each type of operating room.
  • As a health care manager, understanding the importance of the different types of operating rooms.

Conduct scientific literature research and write a 2-3 page paper on DNA technology or a Human disease or disorder. 

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Conduct scientific literature research and write a 2-3 page paper on DNA technology or a Human disease or disorder.  The disorder must be pertained to a system being studied in the Course (choose from cells/tissues, integumentary system, skeletal system, joints, muscular system, nervous systems or other body systems covered during the course).

Briefly introduce your topic and explain WHY the topic is important or interesting to you?  Why should it be of interest or importance to the reader?

 The body of your paper should include discussion of the following:

  1. Background information
  2. Detailed information about topic
  3. Presented in a logical manner with correct use of scientific terms.
  4. Correct in text citations.

The body of the paper should reflect a clear understanding of these subjects written in your own words.

Explain your reaction to the information you learned from your research.  Do NOT just restate your discussion or facts from the paper.  You conclusion should be personal, based on what your learned while researching this paper.

Compare and Contrast the epidemic described in the module (based on the Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak of 1976 in Philadelphia) with the current Coronavirus Pandemic. 

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This Epidemiological Module was developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Go through the entire simulation entitled, “Deadlier than War” and write a summary of what occurred. Compare and Contrast the epidemic described in the module (based on the Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak of 1976 in Philadelphia) with the current Coronavirus Pandemic.

This assignment is for extra credit. Your response/paper should be a minimum of 500 words. Place word count at the end of your paper. Citations are not included in the word count. Utilize proper APA citation. Proper citation includes in-text citations and references. Furthermore, your response is subject to Turnitin to detect plagiarism.

Describe the reasons a patient might have the selected surgical procedure. Describe the reasons a patient might be disqualified for this surgery and the options for the patient if any. List the diagnostic tests and lab work that an attending surgeon might order and describe the meaning of the results

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1) Describe the reasons a patient might have the selected surgical procedure.

2) Describe the reasons a patient might be disqualified for this surgery and the options for the patient if any

3) List the diagnostic tests and lab work that an attending surgeon might order and describe the meaning of the results.

4) List the incisions available to the surgeon and include their advantages and disadvantages.

5) Describe other considerations to include anything else that might help someone to understand the operation.

6) Describe the anatomy of the incisional layers as they relate to the selected surgical procedure.

7) Describe the anatomy and physiology of the structure that will be actually removed or surgically modified.

8) Describe the related anatomical structures for selected surgical procedure.

9) Describe the blood supply to and the drainage from the structure. Where does it come from? How does it enter the operative area and where is it located near and on the structure itself?

10) Describe the nervous supply as it relates to selected surgical procedure.

11) Describe how the patient is prepared in the Operating Room for the surgery. Include such things as patient comfort, positioning, safety precautions, urinary catheterization, IV lines, skin prep, draping, etc. 12) Describe in detail the selected surgical procedure to include: a) Incision: Describe the incision layer-by-layer. Also explain what the assistant would be doing. b) Surgery: Describe the surgery step by step in detail. Your research will have to be taken from books that teach the procedure to surgeons which will help get the necessary depth of understanding of the procedure that a welltrained Surgical Assistant needs. c) Wound closure: Describe the wound closure layer-by-layer. Describe the type of suture materials and needles are used. Name the suturing techniques that are used and by whom. (ie: running vs interrupted, simple vs complex) d) Dressings/Drains: How is the wound dressed? How and where are drains placed if applicable?

13) List the Bibliography to include: The name of the book, name of the author(s), the pages referenced, the publisher, and the copyright date

How can cultural differences be accounted for when treating patients from various ethnic backgrounds? What strategies do you suggest to reinforce the importance of lifestyle modifications in patients with this disease? 

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How can cultural differences be accounted for when treating patients from various ethnic backgrounds?

What strategies do you suggest to reinforce the importance of lifestyle modifications in patients with this disease?

If the only way to eliminate prevalence of this disease among lower socioeconomic status patients is to establish high-quality facilities that overlook any judgment regarding the patient’s financial deficits.

How can these facilities be effectively established in terms of funding, resources, guidelines, and staff? What is “blueprint” suggest for making sure that these facilities are solving the issue and not falling into old, outdated patterns?

As a Health or Service provider how do you make certain that your clients receive, evidenced-based information and care?

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For this discussion forum, answer the following questions in 150 words, or more:

As a Health or Service provider how do you make certain that your clients receive, evidenced-based information and care?
What sources would you/do you refer them to, and how would you/do you help them to understand the importance and value of evidence-based information, practice and decision-making? In other words, how would you explain the concept of evidence-based practice to your patients/clients?
What constrains your evidenced based behaviors…in other words, what factors make it difficult for you to use evidence based behaviors?