write a minimum 2 page report summarizing the article and also looking into the subject of VR training for healthcare workers
Exercise Content
- This is a very interesting article for you to read, and also you can earn extra credit in the class.
To earn the credit you will need to write a minimum 2 page report summarizing the article and also looking into the subject of VR training for healthcare workers –
https://garage.hp.com/us/en/innovation/covid19-vr-training-nurses-healthcare.html?jumpid=re_jumpstarts_vrcovid_aug_us
Write using APA 7 Format and list all your references
What do you believe is the best approach for reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) in a workplace you are familiar with? Explain your rationale.
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Have you ever worked in a facility where an injury or illness was caused by an employee’s error? If so, discuss what you believe happened to cause the error and what changes could have been made to prevent the accident.
If you have never worked in a facility where an injury or illness occurred, discuss the example from the unit lesson of the employee missing his fingertips because he bypassed the press curtain. As a safety professional, what changes do you believe could have been made to prevent the accident?
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What do you believe is the best approach for reducing the risk of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) and cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) in a workplace you are familiar with? Explain your rationale.
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What type of fall protection do you believe should be required for roofers on residential buildings? Explain why you believe that type of fall protection should be required.
Identify the key contributing factors that determine demand of health care services.
Instructions
In this assessment, you will consider these contributing issues and others that you identify in your research as they relate to the free market. Compare and contrast the laws of supply and demand of the health care industry with that of the automobile industry and explain how the economic structure of the health care industry is different from other industries. Reviewing the following media pieces may help to solidify your understanding of the economic concepts and industries relevant to this assessment.
· Health Care Supply and Demand | Transcript .
· Supply, Demand, & Reimbursement | Transcript .
Also, make sure to consult the scoring guide to make sure you are meeting the communication criteria and achieving at your desired rubric level.
1. Compare and contrast the demand of health care services with the demand of an automobile (Competency 2).
1. Identify the key contributing factors that determine demand of health care services.
2. Identify the key contributing factors that determine demand of an automobile.
3. Compare and contrast the similarities and differences of the demand curve of these two industries.
2. Compare and contrast the supply of health care services with the supply of an automobile (Competency 2).
1. Identify the key contributing factors that determine supply of health care services.
2. Identify the key contributing factors that determine supply of an automobile.
3. Compare and contrast the similarities and differences of the supply curve of these two industries.
3. Explain current legislative trends that influence the supply and demand of health care (Competency 1).
1. Explain how Medicare and Medicaid impact supply and demand of health care services.
2. Discuss the impact of the uninsured population on the supply and demand of health care services.
4. Analyze reimbursement methods that influence the supply and demand of health care services (Competency 3).
1. Identify the stakeholders who pay for health care services.
2. Analyze the impact of different reimbursement methodologies and payment models on the supply and demand of health care services.
5. Write following APA style for in-text citation, quotes, and references (Competency 5).
1. Determine the proper application of APA formatting requirements and scholarly writing standards.
2. Assess the relevance and credibility of information sources.
6. Write clearly and logically, with correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics (Competency 5).
1. Apply the principles of effective composition.
2. Determine the proper application of the rules of grammar and mechanics.
Submission Requirements
· Written Communication: Prepare an assessment free of errors that detract from the overall message, with writing that is clear, precise, and scholarly. Concepts flow in a logical order.
· References: Cite at least three references from peer-reviewed journals, in addition to your text.
· Length: Submit 7–9 pages.
· APA: Use correct APA style and formatting. You may wish to use or consult the following:
. APA Style Paper Tutorial [DOCX] .
Analyze the evolving economic reimbursement trends, methods, and technology.
Write 7-9 pages that compare different models of supply and demand, as well as analyze how legislation and reimbursement methods impact supply and demand for health care.
As we take a closer look at the demand side of economics, we will consider how need versus demand is different and how this impacts planning and policy in the health care environment. Demand is typically initiated by the patient; however, provider involvement significantly impacts demand. Since the patient is dependent on the provider for expertise and medical opinion, there is a risk that demand will be increased. This is unique to the health care industry since consumers are not typically as dependent on the supplier of a service in other industries when making a purchase.
Another important driver of demand is the insurance company. Patients initiate the health care service but are not responsible to pay the bill—and this has the potential to skew the demand curve. This is one of the ideas behind high-deductible health care and the effort to control the consumption of services by making the patient responsible for a higher percentage of the overall bill. Finally, you will be offered an opportunity to think about the implications of free medical care and how that may impact the demand for health care services.
Like the demand curve, the health care field presents unique and interesting challenges to the supply of health care. You will be introduced to the concept of economic efficiency and the impact of inefficiencies on cost. The production function will be further explored, which is the relationship between the output of a product or service compared to the resources used to produce it (Feldstein, 2012). Competition, market structure, market performance, and public policies as they relate to the supply of health care services will be discussed as well.
The evolution of health care insurance has impact aspects health care economics such as price competition, medical loss ratios, and risk. As you prepare to complete the assessment consider the role that copays, coinsurance, and deductibles play on the demand curve and reflect on your opinions related to the effectiveness of high-deductible health plans in controlling the demand of health care services.
Reference
Feldstein, P. J. (2012). Health care economics (7th ed.) . Clifton Park, NY: Delmar.
Demonstration of Proficiency
By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the course competencies through the following assessment scoring guide criteria:
· Competency 1: Analyze historical perspectives and current trends in the health care industry.
. Explain current legislative trends that influence the supply and demand of health care.
· Competency 2: Assess the United States health care system from an economic perspective.
. Compare and contrast the demand of health care services with the demand of an automobile.
. Compare and contrast the supply of health care services with the supply of an automobile.
· Competency 3: Analyze the evolving economic reimbursement trends, methods, and technology.
. Analyze reimbursement methods that influence the supply and demand of health care services.
· Competency 5: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly, professional, and respectful of the diversity, dignity, and integrity of others and is consistent with expectations for health care professionals.
. Write following APA style for in-text citation, quotes, and references.
. Write clearly and logically, with correct use of spelling, grammar, punctuation, and mechanics.
Context
The basic economic laws of supply and demand do not work the same way in the health care industry as they do in other industries. A few of the contributing issues include: demand cannot be restricted to only those with an ability to pay since health care is considered a basic human right (need versus demand), demand is increased due to a third party (insurance or government) that pays for the service, and our supply is limited based on a highly skilled human resource variable (physicians).
Describe the steps you would take to investigate the accident.
For this assignment, you will create a case study involving an accident in the workplace. Choose an occupational accident that occurred in a facility where you worked, or find an article in the Online Library describing an occupational accident. In your case study introduction, give a brief description of the facility and the incident.
Describe the steps you would take to investigate the accident. Your list of steps should start as if you arrived at the scene of the accident within 30 minutes of the accident. Make sure you cover the steps you would take investigating the accident from your initial arrival on the scene until you arrive at a conclusion as to the cause of the accident.
Based on your knowledge of the accident (or the materials presented in the article), opine as to which of the theories of accident causation discussed in Chapter 3 you believe apply to the cause of the accident you chose. You may use multiple theories of causation if you believe more than one applies.
Your case study should be a minimum of two pages in length, not counting the title and reference pages. You are required to use at least two outside sources, one of which must come from the Online Library. Click here for a library resource to help you find sources. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying APA citations.
Describe how you would conduct a worksite analysis of ergonomic issues related to the MSDs and CTDs present at the facility.
Acme Industries manufactures microwave ovens with a production workforce of 450 full-time workers. The process includes using pneumatic screwdrivers and drills and manually lifting boxes weighing up to 35 pounds from a height of 24” to a height of 36”. Over the past year, there have been 35 cases of carpal tunnel syndrome and 15 cases of lower back strain reported. There were 850,000 total work hours at the facility for the year.
Calculate the combined incidence rate of MSDs and CTDs for the facility for each 100 full-time workers per year. Compare the rate to the industry rate of 1.5/100 workers/year. Do you believe the incidence rate for Acme Industries is a problem?
Describe how you would conduct a worksite analysis of ergonomic issues related to the MSDs and CTDs present at the facility. Make sure you list the risk factors that you believe are related to the injuries. Include a discussion of how you would determine if physical stress is a risk component in the injuries and illnesses.
Finally, recommend some strategies that you believe could be used to address the MSDs and CTDs at this facility. Which regulation, standard, or guideline would you use to address the issues?
Your case study should be a minimum of two pages in length, not counting the title and reference pages. You are required to use at least two outside sources, one of which may be the textbook. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying APA citations.
Discuss the value of progress monitoring as an assessment strategy.
Progress monitoring assessments measure a student’s overall progress during the school year or progress toward acquiring specific skills that have been taught.
Discuss the value of progress monitoring as an assessment strategy. Describe a situation where frequent progress monitoring would be useful.
write a 750-1200-word paper (3-5 pages) that offers specific comparisons between your examples and some analysis using terminology and methods from the course materials in the field of your examples.
Course Project Stage 2: Making Connections
As we learned in week 5, the purpose of this two-stage project is for you to compare cultural productions in the Humanities from three different cultures using terminology and interpretative processes from a specific humanities field.
In Stage 1 you:
· identified three specific examples in one humanities field from three different cultures
· found at least one aspect these examples have in common
· identified at least one learning resource from the class to help you compare and analyze your examples
Stage 2 builds on the information your gathered in Stage 1 by:
· Explaining the historical and cultural contexts of your examples
· Explaining what your examples have in common and what is different by pointing to specifics in your examples
· Applying the terminology or interpretative methods from the learning resources in your analysis of your examples
For this stage, you will write a 750-1200-word paper (3-5 pages) that offers specific comparisons between your examples and some analysis using terminology and methods from the course materials in the field of your examples. Please try to keep your paper to about 1200 words or less and consult with your instructor for what to do if you think you will exceed this.
Instructions for Stage 2
Write a 750-1000 page paper that includes the following:
1. An introductory paragraph that identifies the Humanities field you chose your examples from and explains why this field was of interest to you. Try to avoid telling the reader what you intend to do in your paper and see if you can preview your conclusion.
2. Descriptions of each of your examples that include the following information, as appropriate.
3. The example’s title and its author, creator, or artist’s full name.
4. Some historical and cultural contexts for the example. This might include information about its creator, historical events from the time, and/or some contextual information about the culture.
5. An explanation of what your three examples have in common and how they are different based on a detailed analysis of the examples to show how you came to this conclusion. In your analysis, you should:
1. Use at least one of the resources in the classroom that is directly related to the Humanities field your paper focuses on. For instance, if you are comparing three poems, ensure that your resource(s) from the classroom is about analyzing literature.
2. Rely on at least two of the terms or interpretative methods from the classroom resource(s) in your analysis of the examples. For example, if you are looking at three poems, you could use metaphor and rhyme scheme.
3. Underline or bold the terms or methods of interpretation from the class you use in your paper.
4. Explain the terms or methods before or as you use them.
5. Provide specifics from your examples that you are analyzing using the terms or methods. For instance, if you are looking at three poems, you should quote the lines you analyze (not the whole poem). If you are looking at three paintings, you should describe what you are analyzing, or you could even use images overlaid with arrows to help illustrate your points.
6. A concluding paragraph that offers some summative concluding remarks about what you learned about all three of the cultures your examples were from through comparing and contrasting your three examples. Did you learn that all three of these cultures express similar sentiments about parenting, for example? Did you learn that the attitude towards colonization was different in Spain, Africa and South America? Think about how your examples informed you about the similarities and the differences between humans from the cultures you covered.
Apply the expansion permutation of the f-function to the following 32-bit block
Question 1
Apply the expansion permutation of the f-function to the following 32-bit block: {0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1}
Question 2
Apply the expansion permutation of the f-function to the following 32-bit block: {1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1}
Question 3
Suppose we have the following 64-bit block: {0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 1}
What is the 32-bit input of the f-function coming from this block?
Question 4
Suppose that the output of the expansion permutation is the following 48-bit block: {1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1}.
Assume also that the sub-key for this round is: {0, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 1}.
What is the 48-bit block that is passed to the S-boxes?
Question 5
Suppose that the output of the expansion permutation is the following 48-bit block: {1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 0}.
Assume also that the sub-key for this round is: {0, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 1, 0, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 1, 0, 0, 1, 0, 1, 1, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0}.
What is the 48-bit block that is passed to the S-boxes?
Compare and contrast two alternatives for the county’s solid waste disposal (for example landfill versus incineration).
Part 1
Assignment Overview
You are employed by a local municipality as environmental health officer and are placed in charge of solid waste disposal and management.
Case Assignment
Currently the county disposes of their municipal solid wastes in a landfill. The landfill’s capacity will end in a few years and a new option is being considered to manage solid waste management in the county for the next 50 years. Write a paper in which you:
1. Compare and contrast two alternatives for the county’s solid waste disposal (for example landfill versus incineration). Examples of factors to consider in your analysis may include environmental impacts, human health impacts, resource conservation or recovery, occupational hazards for operators and sustainability.
2. Select the best method for solid waste disposal in this scenario setting and explain your rationale.
Assignment Expectations
Use information from your module readings/articles as well as appropriate research to support your paper.
Length: The Case Assignment should be 3-5 pages long (double-spaced).
Part 2
In this SLP, you will be a health and safety manager in a company that has a manufacturing facility with multiple occupational hazards. This setting could be a place where you currently work, one that you may be familiar with, or one that you just find interesting.
In your walkthroughs through the facility, you notice that many employees have hearing aids. You also notice that it is hard for people to hear each other because of constantly pounding presses and constantly running conveyor belts. Heavy equipment, cranes, and forklifts are constantly operating in the factory as well. Another concern to address is back injuries in this facility. Many are losing work days due to back injury. Although they routinely perform tasks involving heavy physical labor, during the construction period, you decide to do a study to address noise exposure and back-related ergonomics in this facility:
1. Design a plan to evaluate the noise levels to which workers are exposed in this facility.
2. Examine the situation to decide if a hearing protection program should be implemented and explain the elements that need to be determined to make a determination.
3. Design a plan to reduce the exposure of workers to noise produced by equipment in this facility, particularly the presses and conveyor belts.
4. How would you go about assessing the workplace for ergonomics for musculoskeletal disorders, specifically back related disorders?
5. Design a program to reduce these back injuries in your workers.
SLP Assignment Expectations
Use information from your module readings/articles as well as appropriate research to support your paper.
Length: The SLP assignment should be 3-5 pages long (double-spaced).
