Where would we be without special interest groups? Write a 4- to 5-page paper in which you address the items listed below for each group. Observe the following constraints as you examine and write about the roles of these special interest groups

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Role of Special Interest Groups

Purpose
This assignment is intended to assess your ability to examine the role of interest groups in terms of their impact/influence on healthcare reform.

Overview
Where would we be without special interest groups? Don’t answer that too quickly! The policy modification phase, as described by Longest (2010), involves “individuals, organizations, or interest groups who benefit from a particular policy [that] may seek modifications that increase or maintain these benefits over time. Similarly, those who are negatively affected by a policy will seek to modify it to minimize the negative consequences” (p. 147). In this assignment, you will examine the role of interest groups in the policy modification phase.

Action Items
1. Conduct research about the interest groups listed below. Determine whether or not, and to what extent, each group supports or opposes, the Affordable Care Act. Note that some groups may support some provisions and oppose others:
a. American Medical Association (AMA)
b. American Association of Retired People (AARP)
c. American Hospital Association (AHA)
d. U.S. Chamber of Commerce
e. National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)
f. National Retail Federation (NRF)

2. Write a 4- to 5-page paper in which you address the items listed below for each group. Observe the following constraints as you examine and write about the roles of these special interest groups: 1) Avoid simple, dichotomous comparisons among the groups in favor of a more thoughtful examination of their roles, and 2) avoid politically motivated rhetoric; focus on civil political discourse as you write about the groups. In other words, your focus should be on the roles of the groups, rather than on your personal, professional, or political preferences. Write about each group’s:
a. Support for, and/or opposition to, the ACA.
b. Past (within the last three years) and present political activities related to support or opposition of the ACA; also include:
i. A brief financial snapshot for each organization; i.e., how much money has/will each group spent/spend on their efforts and where?
ii. A brief description of who the group interacts with in pursuit of their support or opposition; identify members of the legislative branch in particular, but also consider the executive and judiciary branches as well.
c. Future plans, strategies, etc., of the group related to the ACA.
d. An assessment of the group’s relative success, related to their past and future lobbying efforts.

3. Prepare your assignment for submission:
a. Follow all applicable APA Guidelines (Links to an external site.) regarding in-text citations, list of cited references, and document formatting for this paper. Failure to properly cite and reference sources constitutes plagiarism.
b. The title page and reference list are not included in the page count for this paper.
c. Proofread your assignment carefully. Improper English grammar, sentence structure, punctuation, or spelling will result in significant point deductions.
d. Submit your assignment. Your work will automatically be checked by Turnitin.
e. Review your Submission Details and access your Turnitin report. Revise your work as needed based on the feedback.
f. By the due date indicated, re-submit the final version of your work.

Discuss the specific steps you used to conduct a literature review on that topic. Which words did you use to do the search, and why? Which databases did you use, and why?

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Nursing Burnout in Relation to Stress Management and Postie Patient Outcomes

Conduct a literature review on your selected clinical problem.

Discuss the specific steps you used to conduct a literature review on that topic.
Which words did you use to do the search, and why?
Which databases did you use, and why?

This is a research paper, requires intro and conclusion, make sure to apply prompts to the title this is thesis of the paper. How nursing burn out relates to stress managment and how patient outcomes are impacted

Discuss the pathophysiology of a disorder covered in your textbook. We may or may not have covered this disorder in class. How is understanding pathophysiology applicable to your clinical practice as a student and a future practicing nurse?

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Pathophysiology of Disorder

Discuss the pathophysiology of a disorder covered in your textbook. We may or may not have covered this disorder in class. If there is an unassigned disease that you would prefer from the list- you may take it after asking me if it is still available. You may not have the same disease as another student.

The following sections must be included in your discussion.

I. Part I – Pathophysiology of Disorder / Disease
a. Incidents/Risk factors
b. Pathophysiology / Pathogenesis
c. Clinical Manifestations

  • i. Discuss “why” you see these signs and symptoms <–

d. Diagnostics

  • i. What tests and results do you expect to see? <–

e. Treatment

  • i. Surgical (include invasive and non-invasive procedures)
  • ii. Medical (include medications)

f. Conclusion

II. Part 2 – Reflection
a. Application to Nursing
i. How is understanding pathophysiology applicable to your clinical practice as a student and a future practicing nurse?

Define and discuss the roles of the case manager in Assessment, Planning, Facilitation and Advocacy.

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Case Management in Nursing

Define and discuss the roles of the case manager in Assessment, Planning, Facilitation and Advocacy.

Are young adults aware of the ways to prevent sun damage and its potentially fatal effects?

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PEER EVALUATION

Background In the U.S., more than 9,500 people are diagnosed with skin cancer every day and more than 2 people die of skin cancer in the U.S. every hour (Yale Medicine, 2022). Significant studies have shown that skin cancer is related to cumulative sun exposure. Skin cancer is now one of the most common cancers in the U.S. and is caused by cumulative sun exposure throughout one’s lifetime. The occurrence of major sun damage during adolescence is increasing due to social trends. Many people, especially young adults, go out into the sun looking to get an optimal tan and glow. However, without sun protection such as sunscreen and appropriate shade, they can easily become sun-damaged. Sun damage occurs when the ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun hits unprotected skin. Many young adults do not understand that sun damage does not necessarily equate to a sunburn. Even without a sunburn, the sun can prematurely age the skin and eventually lead to precancerous skin lesions and ultimately skin cancer such as basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma. As many skin cancers are preventable, it is important to raise awareness and educate young adults on the importance of sun protection.
Purpose/Aim/Hypothesis Nowadays, there are an increasing number of young adults who are unaware of how sun damage may cause premalignant skin lesions. The aim of this study is to survey the knowledge of young adults regarding sun exposure. With proper education, it is possible to help raise awareness of sun damage amongst young adults to prevent sun damage.

Research Question: Are young adults aware of the ways to prevent sun damage and its potentially fatal effects?

Literature review
As the incidence of skin cancer has increased over the last few years, many studies have been completed to show the importance of sun damage awareness and education. In a study by Yurtseven et al. (2012), a similar study was conducted to raise sun damage awareness among health services vocational school students. A questionnaire was used in order to evaluate their knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors among the sample of 414 students. As prolonged UV radiation is known to have dire consequences to skin health, it was noted the importance of raising awareness for vocational school students. The results showed that many young adults from age 18-to 30 favored having a tanned complexion and that the rates of skin cancers are becoming more frequent. The research by Yurtseven et al. (2012) is favorable to help prove how the rates of skin cancers are increasing, especially due to the trends of young adults and their desire to having a tan. The total sample size is significant enough to collect a sizeable amount of data to compare and analyze. As rates of skin cancer are increasing, it is imperative to modify the education revolving around the harmful effects of prolonged sun exposure to protect the future of young adults. Similarly, Sultana (2020), conducted similar research in regard to sun awareness and sun protection practices. Sultana also mentions that skin cancer rates have increased over the past few years, especially due to exposure of UV radiation. A questionnaire was used to assess sun protection practices in Saudi Arabia and Kingdom of Bahrain. In the setting of a very hot and sun-exposed climate, a total of 830 responses were collected. The majority of participants reported that they avoid sun exposure during peak hours and not using sunscreen. Research from the study shows that use of sunscreen, “is strongly associated with the presence of skin problems, [tendency to tan or sunburn], taking medication for any disease, and family history of sun-related skin disease” (Sultana, 2020). Overall, the study showed that the participants did not have adequate understanding of the harmful effects of UV exposure as it showed through their daily practice of sun protection. Ina study by Robinson et al. (2021), young adults were assessed using a UV dosimeter and a smartphone app throughout a period of 28 days. All patients had sun-sensitive skin and were provided with a UV Guard sun protection system. Although the protection system was used, the areas most commonly sunburnt after the study were the face, among 12 other body locations.

Identify the population you want to know about and the sample/sample scheme you will use to reach them. Identify the kind of data you think you will need to answer your research question and how you will go about getting it.

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Refined Research Question:

Identify the population you want to know about and the sample/sample scheme you will use to reach them.

Identify the kind of data you think you will need to answer your research question and how you will go about getting it.

Explain your role with the issue as a health care advocate. Identify a problem and address the issue. Present an activity or exercise for the audience to engage in related to the topic.

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Negative affects of vaping and cigarettes

The negative affects of vaping and cigarettes ( nicotine)can have on teens and young adults who abuse them.
the target audience is (teens or young adults)
Explain your role with the issue as a health care advocate
Ways to identify a problem and address the issue
Present an activity or exercise for the audience to engage in related to the topic
Help and support resources
In your research materials, incorporate 3 current sources with one containing the most current statistics.
Use age-appropriate creativity to ensure the message gets across to the selected audience.
How will you initiate a conversation (rather than give a lecture)?
How will you keep the attention and respect of this audience?
Use APA for citing and referencing your sources.

Write out how you would explain the diagnosis, why she has been prescribed the medications, and when to call the Endocrinologist if she has problems.

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Dx: Hypopituitarism

You are caring for a 35 y/o Pacific-islander female admitted with a pituitary gland malignant tumor. On day 2 of admission, the patient has her pituitary gland removed. The patient is discharged with medications for Synthroid 50mcg PO daily, desmopressin 0.1mg PO BID, Fludrocortisone 0.1mg daily, and Hydrocortisone 5mg BID. The patient has a knowledge deficiency of the diagnosis and the treatment plan prescribed by the Endocrinologist. The patient is requesting for you to write out what happened to her and why she has to take all of the medications.

Assignment: Write out how you would explain the diagnosis, why she has been prescribed the medications, and when to call the Endocrinologist if she has problems.

Do you feel that most organizations or departments rush too quickly to act rather than study what is proposed and re-evaluate the plan?

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Ineffective communication

Do you feel that most organizations or departments rush too quickly to act rather than study what is proposed and re-evaluate the plan?

Ineffective communication is a gap in nursing that occurs due to poor. Communication practices too much information handed quickly or hesitation to communicate a protocol due to authoritative differences (Johnson et al. 2020). Poor communication in nurses arises due to unplanned communication between providers. Data can be passed out too quickly, especially in stressful situations, leading to communication breakdown and causing errors (Johnson et al. 2020). Nursing practices call for protocols when airing problems. However, differences in power can cause hesitation.

Identify factors that nurses consider in the decision-making process related to patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Ddecision-making process

Identify factors that nurses consider in the decision-making process related to patient care during the COVID-19 pandemic.