Write a 2 Paragraph response (with 2-3 sources) to this post offering additional/alternative ideas regarding opportunities and risks related to the observations shared.

Innovative technology in the healthcare industry has made significant strides in patient care by utilizing these advancements to diagnose health conditions and deliver effective treatment quickly. My healthcare organization has adopted the use of interpretation technology, a device that facilitates communication between patients who have limited proficiency in English and healthcare providers through a digital communication system (Scamman, 2018). At my organization, we often use the audiovisual interpretation system when we are communicating with patients with limited English proficiency. The audiovisual call is done through a touchscreen tablet on a wheeled stand that can be rolled into the patient’s room and connects to a medically trained interpreter for the language of choice within seconds. This application is used to translate pertinent information about the treatment plan, provide education, and answer patient questions. Another feature used at my organization is the mobile patient portal, a web-based application that allows patients to communicate with their providers, ask questions, schedule appointments, and review their health records.

As with most technological devices, there is always the risk of encountering a device malfunction. The use of an audiovisual interpretation system presents a risk for technical disruptions, such as sound and video quality issues or inability to connect the call. While these disruptions can be corrected through technology design and adequate internet connection, it can create feelings of frustration in providers who are unable to effectively communicate with the patient (Clay-Williams, Baysari, Taylor, Zalitis, Georgiou, Robinson, Braithwaite & Westbrook, 2017).

Another risk associated with the use of healthcare technology is a patient data breach. Even with advanced security features, electronic systems are still subject to the invasion of cyberhackers. According to Vrhovec (2016), the majority of data breaches in healthcare are directly connected with mobile device loss and theft. Cyberhackers can access patient information shared between medical providers on their personal device or gain access to the patient’s portal system, placing patients at risk for medical identity theft and violation of their privacy (Vrhovec, 2016).

Despite these risks, healthcare technology serves a significant contribution to patient care and the delivery of data. While studies show that language barriers between providers and patients may lead to inappropriate treatment and increased length of hospital stay (Fetterolf, 2017), the use of the interpretation system can mitigate this barrier. By using the audiovisual interpretation system, providers can communicate the treatment plan in a language that the patient understands, and the patient can address any concerns or questions they have. Other studies have shown that patient portals improve outcomes of preventive care and disease awareness and self-management (Alotaibi & Federico, 2017).

The healthcare technology trend, I believe, is most promising for impacting technology in nursing practice is telemonitoring, also known as remote patient monitoring (RPM). RPM uses digital technology to collect data from patients outside of a clinical setting and transmit this information to healthcare providers for further management of behaviors and trends that affect one’s health (Mcgrail, 2019). One example of the use of RPM is the Fitbit study conducted in 2018, which allowed researchers to track multiple variables that contribute to heart disease, thereby allowing providers to determine appropriate interventions (Mcgrail, 2019). Another example of RPM is the use of a remote glucose monitoring device, which provides real-time glucose readings and tracks the patient’s glucose level patterns for proper management with insulin. RPM is a beneficial tool in the management of chronic conditions. These devices allow providers to collect data about the patients’ health-related patterns in their everyday settings and modify the plan of care for improved patient outcomes.

These are the sources you used for my post this. You can use these or any others you want. I trust your judgement

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Naseribooriabadi, T., & Sheikhtaheri, A. (2015). Social media and health care: Necessity of facing their challenges. Iranian Journal of Public Health, 44(4), 596–597. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4441977/

University of Saint Mary. (n.d.). Five exciting technologies that are changing nursing practice. Retrieved from https://online.stmary.edu/msn/resources/five-technologies-changing-nursing-practice

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 In responding to two of your peers, discuss other potential therapies available for this individual. Explain the pathophysiology behind the development of this type of anemia. 

Peers response attached below. Please respond individually.

Option 3: World War I
Review the following resources: Link (video): A War to End All Wars: Part 2 (Links to an external site.) (6:56) Link (library article): The Treaty of Versailles and the Rise of Nazism (Links to an external site.)

Then, address the following: Trace the origins of World War I, and assess if the world war was inevitable in 1914? Explain if it was possible for the United States to maintain neutrality in World War I. If yes, explain how. If no, explain why not. Analyze if the United States should have entered World War I to make the world safe for democracy. Analyze if the Treaty of Versailles was a fair and effective settlement for lasting world peace. Explain if the United States Senate should have approved of the Treaty of Versailles.

Writing Requirements (APA format) Length: 4 pages (not including title page or references page) 1-inch margins Double spaced 12-point Times New Roman font Title page References page Minimum of 3 scholarly sources In-text citations that correspond with your end references

Dilemma is the word I have chosen to describe this situation. Unfortunately, I think this is a very common occurrence within this setting for nurse practitioners. The practitioner in this scenario is faced with having integrity in treating the patient properly and seeing other patients and maintaining volume in order to be compensated financially. When it comes to nurse staffing to patient ratio, one article says that it is important to have a balance in order to provide the best patient outcomes (Clarke & Donaldson, 2008). Another article talked about how healthcare has incongruent goals. These goals include improving patient outcomes while providing patient-centered care and keeping costs down (Judge-Ellis & Wilson, 2017). This is exactly what this scenario shows.

My Experience with this Situation

       I have felt in a similar situation on a smaller scale. When our unit became increasingly busy and our staffing was down I had to take on an additional patient and,at the time, I was not comfortable with the load. I felt that I was not equipped to give the patients the best care and safety required. Unfortunately, our unit was not in a position to get additional help, especially so quickly, and I had to figure it out. I was able to care for the patients as needed and got some help. The amount of stress and even fear this added to my work was worrisome. This is not a position that was comfortable and I would think being in this given scenario would be worse. I would hate to have my work integrity and my finances go head to head. I would like to think I would care for the patients and I am sure at times I would and at others the financial aspect would guide my decision making.

Reference

Clarke, S. & Donaldson, N. (2008). Nurse staffing and patient care quality and safety. Retrieved from https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2676/ (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Judge-Ellis, T. & Wilson, T. (2017). Time and NP practice: naming, claiming, and explaining the role of nurse practitioners. Retrieved from https://www.npjournal.org/article/S1555-4155(17)30602-5/pdf

Watch the following videos and read the assignments in preparation for this discussion.

Medicare Parts A & B

1. https://youtu.be/0hERCpthpUE 

2. https://youtu.be/qV155vnVNBY 

3. https://youtu.be/JfH7D81IgRw  (4 minutes video)

4. https://youtu.be/hUGXP4omhRo (5 mins video)

5. https://youtu.be/lbAL4g3cOb8 

Republicans have been undermining the ACA and oppose various Medicare-for-all proposals. In addition to party politics and differences, sections of the healthcare industry oppose certain changes in the Medicare-for-all options.

– Using 500-750 words, write a post that describes the political alliances and positions by party and in the industry. In your analysis, include the financial arguments and the political/ideological arguments about the role of government versus the private sector changes that are intended to increase coverage. You must reference the KFF comparison of proposals!

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