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Introduction The purpose of this assignment is to help you begin to develop the skills that are necessary to sort the evidence to determine the most appropriate level of evidence for your PICO(T) question. For this assignment choose three quality studies from your search results, and complete columns one through seven in your Evidence Evaluation Table (EET) for these same articles. You will eventually be using this technique to appraise at least 12 quality recently published works for your final synthesis paper. Assignment Guidelines Evidence Evaluation Table (EET): Excel File The purpose of creating this table is to organize the evidence that you find r/t your clinical question. In subsequent modules, you will add data to columns and more articles (rows) as directed until you gather at least 12 quality recent studies for your final synthesis paper in Module 13. This EET will be edited and re-submitted in weeks 6, 7, 8, 9, & 13. During this module, you will begin the process as you will complete the first seven columns. Instructions Create an Excel file for your evidence table using the Assignment 2.1: Spirit of Inquiry template (Excel) provided. Use the Sample EET (Excel) provided for a reference point. Include the three studies that represent a variety of published data regarding your PICO(T). They cannot be published longer than five years ago. Use abbreviations and create a legend for readers and yourself. Keep your descriptions brief. There should be no complete sentences. The row is cited, but If you copy five consecutive words or more use quotations and the page number. Complete columns 1 through 7 for your three quality recent (5 years or newer) published works. Citation Reference Purpose of the study The methodology of the study Sample/Setting Measurement tools Data Analysis Findings This assignment will be graded using the associated rubric.

Research and summarize two articles pertaining to this weeks topic Submission Instructions: Describe the issues and topics using research outside of the textbook. Complete and submit the assignment Three to five pages, APA formatted ,describing the critical areas of research. Journal and/or peer reviewed articles required. Industry terminology must be used. Current research, within the last five years preferred. Health Care Organization Health care administrators, or health services administrators, have varying roles and functions. Generally, health care administrators plan, coordinate, and supervise the functions of health care organizations. Health care administrators must be aware of financial and reimbursement strategies to be effective and successful leaders. While many Chief financial officers and financial managers help develop the direction of the organization financially, most health care administrators typically have budgetary and financial responsibility in managing their respective departments and programs. The HCO is a complex system of interconnected areas that focus on coordination, quality, operational, and financial service. Additional Lecture Materials Read chapter 2 Review – This is the premier website for healthcare finance. I will also include articles from the WSJ for review. The Journal of Healthcare Finance: is an excellent sources for peer reviewed articles. Review the website www.ache.org. The premier organization in the health care organization industry Chapter 2-3.ppt Chapter 4.ppt

Instructions: Choose a fad diet that is currently being promoted – this could be one youve heard about online, seen in a magazine, or tried yourself. Then, answer the following questions using complete sentences. You may use a numbered or bullet-point format for organization, but each response must be clear, detailed, and written in paragraph form. Questions to Address: 1 Overview: What are the basic principles of the diet? Explain it in simple, easy-to-understand terms. 2 Claims: What does the diet claim to achieve (e.g., weight loss, improved health, muscle gain)? What promises are made to consumers? 3 Effectiveness: Does scientific evidence support the claims? Look for credible research or expert analysisavoid relying solely on customer testimonials. 4 Costs: Are there any associated costs (e.g., special foods, books, memberships)? 5 Safety: Are there any known side effects or health risks associated with the diet? 6 Pros and Cons: What are the benefits and drawbacks of following this diet? 7 Exercise: Does the diet recommend or include any type of physical activity? If so, describe it. 8 Your Perspective: What is your personal opinion of the diet? Would you try it or recommend it to others? Why or why not? Formatting & Submission Guidelines: Use complete sentences and write in your own words. Length: Approximately 12 pages, double-spaced, 12-point font. Submit as a Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF file only. Upload your file in the appropriate submission area. Do not submit in the text box. Citations: You must cite your sources using a consistent citation style (APA, MLA, etc.). Include in-text citations and a works cited or references page at the end. Choose reputable sources such as academic journals or other professional references (e.g., peer-reviewed journal, government agency, or article written by a registered dietitian , or peer-reviewed articles). Academic Integrity Reminder: All submissions will be reviewed using SafeAssign for originality. Assignments that include copied or AI-generated content without proper citation may receive a zero (0). Your work should reflect your own research, analysis, and understanding of the topic. If youre unsure whether a diet qualifies as a fad diet or have questions about sources, please reach out early. Start your research ahead of time to submit your best, most original work.

1. Describe the primary roles and responsibilities of health services administrators in healthcare organizations. In your response, address:

• Core administrative functions (e.g., planning, organizing, directing, controlling)
• Areas of responsibility such as operations, staffing, compliance, finance, and quality

1. Explain the differences in roles and responsibilities among:

• Top-level administrators
• Middle-level administrators
• Lower-level administrators

For each level, describe:

• Typical decision-making authority
• Scope of responsibility
• Examples of positions commonly found at that level

1. Identify and explain at least three challenges currently faced by health services administrators. Examples may include workforce issues, regulatory compliance, financial pressures, technology adoption, or access to care.

Textbook: Shi, L. (2025). Shi & Singh’s Delivering Health Care in the United States (9th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Identify two hospital systems located in your state. Visit their webpage and locate the Mission Statements for each hospital. Compare the mission statement to the definition of Patient-Centered Care provided at Picker Institutes Eight Principles of Patient-Centered Care. Does the Mission Statement contain a majority of the elements showing the organizations dedication to Patient-Centered Care? More importantly than organizational commitment is the individual Healthcare Professionals obligations for success. Discuss how a Healthcare Professional can ensure that Patient-Centered Care is achievable and implemented in their own organization? Prepare a 3-4 page APA formatted paper addressing the questions. You should include a reference to the hospital system’s mission statement and at least one (1) other resource supporting how an individual healthcare professional can ensure the successful implementation of patient-centered care. the hospital I currently work at is Bayhealth I also use to work at ChristianaCare I prefer that instead of Bayhealth

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

• Why is the system selection process vital to the use and implementation of health care technology?

Imagine you are a health care manager for the Krahe Health Care facility. You have emailed your assistant manager, Michelle, the survey data for patient satisfaction, quality of care, and likelihood to recommend. You have asked Michelle to review the data and create a presentation for the staff addressing the impact of the data on the facility. Michelle reviews the data but questions the importance and usefulness of the data to the staff.

Write a 350- to 700-word e-mail reply to Michelle explaining the importance and usefulness of statistics and data analytics. Include the following in your reply.

• Explain the importance and usefulness of the data provided with respect to the health care facility in the scenario.
• Identify the users in this data.
• Explain the impact of the data to the health care facility in the scenario.
• Explain the role of statistics and data analytics in the health care industry.
• Use of new technology
• Financial impact on an organization
• Staffing based on census data
• Use at least 5 of the following terms in your email response. Bold each term in the email.
• Data analytics
• Descriptive statistics
• Inferential statistics
• Population
• Primary data
• Secondary data
• Quantitative data
• Qualitative data
• Sample
• Variable
• Data quality
• Quotient
• Ratio
• Rate
• Proportion
• Frequencies
• Frequency distributions
• Outliers
• Interquartile range
• Variance
• Standard deviation

Cite at least 2 peer-reviewed or similar references according to APA guidelines.

Enhancing communication and academic skills 1. 10/15 min presentation on the importance of communication in health care settings. Looking at features of effective communication barriers and theory on communication. 2. E-portfolio to demonstrate effective development in ICT and Academic skills Leanrning outcomes (in person presentation) identify the key features of diffrent types of communication, Outline the barriers to communication, suggesting ways to overcome these Discuss appropriate theory in relation to communication in Health and Social care settings Presentation Name: effective communication in health and social care Use appropriate theory and explain the communication process. Explain the key features of diffrent types of communication and the importance of effective communication in health and social care settings Outline the barriers that may affect the communication process and show your understanding of how they might be reduced or overcome. Level 4 it is expected that the refrence list will contain between five and 10 sources. One refereed academic journal and three academic books. It is prohibited the use of AI if is used than i must tell how but don’t use it.

Hello, home all is well. Analyzing a Current Healthcare Problem or Issue/Annotated Bibliography. Attached are the topics you can choose from. APA style, double space, and 3 pages due date 2/17/2026. Write the annotation (summary) for each citation in paragraph form, using approximately 150 words (or 13 paragraphs) for each annotation. Make sure to cite the article in your summary. Include the following components for each annotation: Identify the purpose of the article. Summarize the article. Include the conclusions and findings of the article. Ensure each article is relevant to your topic.

Answer the following assigned questions based on the topics from Chapter 14 and 18 from your (Health Information Management : Concepts, Principles, and Practice) book.

From Chapter 14:

Q1) Why is UMLS of interest to HIM professionals?

Q2) Why have health information exchange (HIE) efforts been developed?

From Chapter 18: (no source needed for this question)

Q3. Community Hospital reported the following statistics for adults and children at 12:01 a.m. April 1: census 150; admissions 20; discharges 15; 1 patient admitted and died the same day; 1 patient admitted and discharged alive the same day. Calculate the following for April 2:

a. Inpatient census

b. Daily inpatient census

c. Inpatient service days