Discussion Post: Application of Statistics in Healthcare
I. i) Discuss the historical application of statistics in the field of health care. ii) Describe an example, other than Florence Nightingale's contributions, where the statistical application has greatly influenced or changed health care operations or practice.
II. i) Discuss why it is important for a person working in health care to understand statistical concepts. ii) Provide an example of how statistical data is used in your organization or specialty area (PSYCHIATRY, AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH) today and what you are expected to do with this information as a practitioner.
The response must include a reference list. Using one-inch margins, double-space, Times New Roman 12 pnt font and APA style of writing and citations.