Describe the changes to Medicare that are direct results of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010. Analyze and explain the possible impacts upon the health care system as more Americans gain access to health care.

 Week 5 DiscussionDiscussion Topic Due September 15 at 11:59 PM
Assignment 1: Discussion Assignment
The discussion assignment provides a forum for discussing relevant topics for this week based on the course competencies covered.
For this assignment, make sure you post your initial response to the Discussion Area by the due date assigned.
To support your work, use your course and text readings and also use outside sources. As in all assignments, cite your sources in your work and provide references for the citations in APA format.
Start reviewing and responding to the postings of your classmates as early in the week as possible. Respond to at least two of your classmates. Participate in the discussion by asking a question, providing a statement of clarification, providing a point of view with a rationale, challenging an aspect of the discussion, or indicating a relationship between two or more lines of reasoning in the discussion. Complete your participation for this assignment by the end of the week.
Medicare
Using the South University Online Library or the Internet, research about the changes to Medicare.
Based on your research and understanding, respond to the following:

Describe the changes to Medicare that are direct results of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010.
Analyze and explain the possible impacts upon the health care system as more Americans gain access to health care.
Explain the ways in which increased access to health care may affect baby boomers either positively or negatively.
Explore the role technology plays in accessing health care and on the Patient Protection and Affordable Act.
Analyze and explain the two new technologies that have affected health care in the past five years.
Analyze and describe the two new technologies that will be needed in the years ahead to keep up with the aging baby boomers.

Create a concept map for one of the topics from the list below:  Burns Acne Psoriasis Skin Cancer

Create a concept map for one of the topics from the list below: 

Burns
Acne
Psoriasis
Skin Cancer

The content of the concept map must include:

pathophysiology
definition
etiology
risk factors (genetic predisposition and environment factors if applicable)
causative factors
common signs and symptoms for the disease
labs & diagnostic tests
nursing interventions
medical treatment
complications of the disease
patient & family education
4-6 references using APA 7th ed. format

Within A Doll’s House, choose a character (not necessarily the protagonist) whose mind is pulled in conflicting directions by two compelling desires, ambitions, obligations, or influences. Then, identify each of the two conflicting forces and explain how this conflict illuminates the meaning of the work as a whole. (Parental/filial obligations, The role of women, etc.) 

Within A Doll’s House, choose a character (not necessarily the protagonist) whose mind is pulled in conflicting directions by two compelling desires, ambitions, obligations, or influences. Then, identify each of the two conflicting forces and explain how this conflict illuminates the meaning of the work as a whole. (Parental/filial obligations, The role of women, etc.) 

Your Mobile Ordering Project team was asked to evaluate two “out-of-scope” functionalities for the Mobile Ordering App. You are tasked with documenting the evaluation results of one. Select one of the two functionalities. Summarize the following: The additional business processes that would be affected by the functionality Additional data that would need to be collected to enable the functionality

 
Your Mobile Ordering Project team was asked to evaluate two “out-of-scope” functionalities for the Mobile Ordering App. You are tasked with documenting the evaluation results of one.
Select one of the two functionalities.
Summarize the following:

The additional business processes that would be affected by the functionality
Additional data that would need to be collected to enable the functionality
Additional information new data would provide the organization and potential opportunities it could create  for the organization
Disadvantages or additional responsibilities the addition of functionality or collection and storage of additional data could create for the organization

Document your summary with the following:

A 1-page Microsoft® Word document

Now that you’ve identified the organization’s SWOT, you need to determine the project and its objectives and metrics. This project should be based on an unmet opportunity for the organization, or to minimize a potential threat. What does the organization need to do to advance its goals and/or expand its competitive advantage? How will you measure their progress?  Complete the following:  Explain why this opportunity/threat was selected, and how it is anticipated to benefit the organization. 

I need help completing this for Apple Inc. The project/opportunity is Apple’s entry into the virtual reality and augmented reality market. I can provide the SWOT analysis if needed. 
Apply: Project Metrics

Now that you’ve identified the organization’s SWOT, you need to determine the project and its objectives and metrics. This project should be based on an unmet opportunity for the organization, or to minimize a potential threat. What does the organization need to do to advance its goals and/or expand its competitive advantage? How will you measure their progress? 
Complete the following: 

Explain why this opportunity/threat was selected, and how it is anticipated to benefit the organization. 
Create at least 3 measurable project objectives based on your analyses. Determine timelines and responsibilities for each objective (e.g. with a RACI chart) 
Explain why these objectives are appropriate for the project. 
Develop at least 2 metrics to evaluate achievement of each of the project objectives. Provide a 1-page explanation for why these are appropriate metrics for each of the objectives. 
Cite all sources following APA guidelines. 

All of us have been involved in various kinds of conflicts related to our work environment. Using a situation that you were involved in, describe the conflict and how it was handled.   Was the outcome positive or negative? How did the involved parties feel about the resolution, did they feel that they were heard, that their issues were resolved in an appropriate manner?

All of us have been involved in various kinds of conflicts related to our work environment. Using a situation that you were involved in, describe the conflict and how it was handled.
 
Was the outcome positive or negative?
How did the involved parties feel about the resolution, did they feel that they were heard, that their issues were resolved in an appropriate manner?
Based on what you have read in this unit, what could have been done to improve both the situation and the outcome?
Describe professional civility/incivility?
Analyze the impact professional relationships and patient care outcomes?
Synthesize and discuss the incivility literature evidence is available that supports that conflict resolution impacts work environments and patient care?
Responses need to address all components of the question, demonstrate critical thinking and analysis and include peer-reviewed journal evidence to support the student’s position.
 
Please be sure to validate your opinions and ideas with citations and references in APA format.
 
Please review the rubric to ensure that your response meets the criteria.
 
Estimated time to complete: 2 hours
 

Compare and contrast three major differences you see in the way the financial data is presented on the financial statements.Analyze and discuss three international factors you think would affect the cost of the products made at the companies you selected and why.

Abstract
The abstract is an overview of the paper, written after completion.  Other researchers use the abstract to determine if your work will be useful to them.  The abstract should include the background, hypothesis or research question, methodology for data collection and analysis, the findings of your research, and conclusions. It should be between nbsp; This is done when the paper is complete.
 
 
 
Title of Paper
Remember this part of the paper is double spaced in APA format. 
The Introduction should lead readers into the topic and its importance.  Introductions typically include the overall topic of the paper, the specific focus of the paper within the larger topic, the main points in the paper, the kind of paper (study, argument, critique, discussion), and the purpose.
Writing tip: The length of the introduction should be in proportion to the length of the paper. Also ask yourself, “With my purpose and my audience, how do I engage my readers best?” In the introduction, you set the tone of the piece, establish your voice, and demonstrate your writing style; be authentic to your purpose and your audience.
Part 1 Financial Statement Comparison
Identify the name, location, and accounting standards used for each of the two related businesses you selected.
Compare and contrast three major differences you see in the way the financial data is presented on the financial statements.Analyze and discuss three international factors you think would affect the cost of the products made at the companies you selected and why.
Identify which set of financial statements you think are the easiest to understand and that provide you with the most accurate cost data as a manager. (Do not forget to look at the notes to the financial statements also.)
Part 2 International Factors
Analyze and discuss three international factors you think would affect the cost of the products made at the companies you selected and why.
Part 3 Compliance/Regulatory Issues
Discuss any compliance and/or regulatory issues you think would be involved in the companies you have selected as they relate to the cost of the products made.  For example, are there strict regulations on product pricing, tariffs imposed on raw materials needed to make the products, strict regulations on the wages paid to workers, etc.
Conclusions and Recommendations
The conclusion section should summarize for the readers the topics of importance that led to your final conclusions/analysis regarding this case. Include some specific areas of focus from your analysis to reinforce your conclusion.
 
References
Include complete references in proper APA format for all of the citations listed in your paper. Be sure to use the library for the required number of sources. Additional sources can be used but should be scholarly. Present your references in alphabetical order. 
 

Identify the core concepts associated with the nursing management of women, children, and families. 2. Examine the major components and key elements of family-centered care. 3. Explain the different levels of prevention in nursing, providing examples of each.

 
1. Identify the core concepts associated with the nursing management of women, children, and families.
2. Examine the major components and key elements of family-centered care.
3. Explain the different levels of prevention in nursing, providing examples of each.
4. Determine examples of cultural issues that may be faced when providing nursing care.
5. Employ cultural compatibility and humility when caring for women, children, and families.
6. Outline the various roles and functions assumed by the nurse working with women, children, and families.
7. Demonstrate the ability to use excellent therapeutic communication skills when interacting with women, children, and families.
8. Apply the process of health teaching as it relates to women, children, and families.
9. Assess the importance of discharge planning and case management in providing nursing care.
10.Evaluate the reasons for the increased emphasis on community-based care.
11.Differentiate community-based nursing from nursing in acute care settings.
12.Critique the variety of settings where community-based care can be provided to women, children, and families.

Explain why a developmental assessment of children and adolescents is important.

Post your answers to the following:
Explain why a developmental assessment of children and adolescents is important.
 
 
Describe two assessment instruments and explain why they are used for children and adolescents but not adults.
Describe two treatment options for children and adolescents that may not be used when treating adults.
 
 
Explain the role parents play in assessment and treatment. Nurs 6660 Week 2: Working With Children and Adolescents versus Adults