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Title: The federal government operates in the healthcare field in complex ways that involve dozens of ... Post by: lhise7 on Mar 8, 2018 The federal government operates in the healthcare field in complex ways that involve dozens of agencies. Which of the following groups are examples of the involvement of the federal government in healthcare? (Select all that apply.)
A) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) B) Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) C) National Institutes of Health (NIH) D) Center for Medical & Medicare Services (CMS) E) National League of Nursing (NLN) Question 2 A group of nurses have organized with the purpose of promoting an amendment to the nurse practice act that governs the profession. This group should direct their efforts toward what level of government? A) Local B) State C) Federal D) Regional Question 3 A nurse has initiated a letter-writing campaign in an effort to increase the funding for school nursing programs in local high schools. A colleague of the nurse, however, has pointed out that the monies for such programs originate with the federal government. Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between federal funding and local healthcare programs? A) Federal funding is made available only in cases where the local tax base is insufficient to fund programs. B) Local contributions to health promotion programs are matched by the Department of Health and Human Services. C) Decisions around the allocation for federal funding are often made at the local level. D) Federal representatives control budgets at a local level but are obliged to consider input from local residents. Question 4 A nurse has become aware of sweeping changes that are proposed for the state budget which may have ramifications for the funding of the inner-city clinic where the nurse provides care. In order to influence the decision-making process the nurse should first A) tell clients of the clinic that their healthcare is in jeopardy. B) clearly communicate her views on the matter to the appropriate legislators. C) examine the systems and processes at the clinic to see where efficiency could be improved. D) approach the media with examples of the way that funding changes will hurt patient and client outcomes. Question 5 A nurse has expressed her intention to draft a letter to her state senator but the nurse's colleagues have characterized this effort as a waste of time and energy. Which of the following statements provides the most accurate rationale for nurses' involvement in the political process? A) Involvement in the political process can lead to the effective allocation of resources. B) Political action increases the status and influence of the nursing profession as a whole. C) Involvement in the political process demonstrates responsibility and accountability by nurses. D) Political involvement by nurses increases the influence of women in society and in government. Question 6 What is the main purpose of the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)? A) Provide accreditation of baccalaureate and higher degree programs B) Recognize those with superior ability and leadership potential, and those who have made important contributions to nursing C) Provide a forum for the legal regulatory bodies to act together in the regulation of nursing practice for the protection of the public D) Unite the interests of nursing with those of the community in support of excellence in nursing education Title: The federal government operates in the healthcare field in complex ways that involve dozens of ... Post by: Bobbybbbbb on Mar 8, 2018 Ans: A, B, C, D The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is a cabinet-level administrative unit of the federal government with four major service divisions and many different sections. The Public Health Service includes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The National Institutes of Health (NIH), the Food and Drug Administration, the Health Resources Administration, and the Center for Medical & Medicare Services (CMS) are all part of HHS. The NLN is not a department or agency affiliated with the federal government. Ans: B Nurse practice acts are pieces of legislation that exist at the state level. Ans: C In many communities, decisions about the allocation of federal money are made at the local level. Recent congressional actions have leaned toward enhancing state and local control through creating large block grants where priorities would be decided locally. Federal funding is not dependent on a lack of local funding and the DHHS does not normally match local funding. Local budgets are not normally under the direction of federal officials. Ans: B One of the most basic, and important, ways to influence the political process is to explicitly communicate one's views to the government leaders who determine policy. Examining the efficiency of the clinic is a useful exercise but not one that is likely to influence political decisions. It is likely premature and alarmist to go to the media or begin telling clients that their care is in jeopardy. Ans: A With many voices competing to be heard in the decision-making circles of any nation, the person who understands power and politics, and who participates in this process, is the one most likely to obtain the resources needed to accomplish desired ends. Political involvement is not primarily motivated by the desire to increase the status of nurses and/or women and it is not simply an activity performed out of obligation or responsibility. Ans: C The purpose of the NCSBN is to provide a forum for the legal regulatory bodies (whatever their particular state titles might be) of all states, the District of Columbia, and the US territories to act together in the regulation of nursing practice for the protection of the public. It does not perform accreditation or leadership in education programs or acknowledge influential nurses. Title: The federal government operates in the healthcare field in complex ways that involve dozens of ... Post by: lhise7 on Mar 8, 2018 Genius!!!!!!
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