Homework: Research Paper- Emerging or Current Health Care Issue
Overview
The purpose of this paper is to examine an emerging or current issue in health care. While not limited to these, several potential topics are:
o Reemerging outbreaks such as measles or Ebola.
o Human trafficking.
o Violence in health care settings.
o Medical tourism.
o Consumer-directed health care.
o Assisted suicide.
o Medical marijuana.
o Mandatory vaccinations.
o Eldercare.
o Abortion.
o Personalized medicine.
Requirements
Research, examine, and analyze your issue with thought, sensitivity, and reflection. Your paper must have the following elements:
a. The paper must be 3-5 pages in length.
b. Identify the resources or protocols that a provider would need to consider and have in place to address the issue (for example, HR policies, staff training, et cetera).
c. Explain the leadership and managerial responses and responsibilities.
d. Discuss the cultural impact.
e. Describe the legislative actions or government agencies that may be involved (for example, CDC, AMA, ACA, et cetera).
f. End your paper with a summary of your research.
Format your homework according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this homework is:
a. Examine the influence of political, economic, and social factors and the impact of the U.S. health-care system on an emerging or current health care issue.