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NR 451 Week 3 Healthcare Policy

NR 451 Week 3 Healthcare Policy

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NR 451 Week 3 Healthcare Policy

Healthcare Access – Telehealth Services & Technology

This presentation examines a selected healthcare policy bill, providing an overview of its provisions and potential impacts. We explore how the bill’s enactment could influence professional nursing standards and the broader nursing practice. Additionally, we consider communication strategies to address concerns, advocacy for the legislation, and its potential impact on the community. The presentation concludes with a discussion of implications if the bill is not passed.

Healthcare Policy Bill

HeadingDetailsSubtopics
Bill Name and NumberACCESS Act (H.R. 596 – 117th Congress – 1st Session)Title 1: Supplemental Appropriations
Title 2: Increased Access to Telehealth Services and Other Technologies
Title 3: Miscellaneous
Purpose of the BillEnhance telehealth access and virtual visit capabilities for nursing facilities during public health emergencies, with a specific focus on the COVID-19 pandemic.Addresses supplemental appropriations, defines key terms, and designates emergency funding mechanisms.
SummaryProvides funding for telehealth resources, enables grants for virtual visit facilitation, and mandates collaboration with the Federal Communications Commission.Includes guidance from the Department of Health and Human Services and oversight for telecommunications and broadband access.

Impact on Nursing Practice and Standards

Impact CategoryIf PassedIf Not Passed
Professional Standards– Increased emergency funding
– Expanded telehealth services
– Enhanced patient monitoring and collaboration		– Limited telecommunication services
– Increased infection risks for both nurses and patients
– Heightened burden on nursing staff
Healthcare Costs– Reduction in hospital visits and related costs
– Savings from telehealth implementation		– Higher costs due to inefficient healthcare delivery
– Greater financial strain on skilled nursing facilities
Quality of Care– Improved patient satisfaction
– Timely and remote health services
– Early diagnosis and continuity of care		– Reduced access to healthcare, particularly for seniors
– Inadequate support for chronic condition management

Strategies for Advocacy and Peer Engagement

Communication StrategyLegislatorsPeers
Advocacy Methods– Establish clear goals and agendas
– Draft evidence-based proposals
– Schedule meetings with legislators		– Share case studies
– Discuss benefits and challenges of telehealth
– Foster open dialogue
Communication Style– Use assertive and persuasive techniques to highlight bill importance
– Follow up after meetings		– Encourage diverse viewpoints
– Promote collaboration and knowledge-sharing
Addressing Concerns– Present data addressing potential challenges
– Emphasize legal compliance measures		– Discuss privacy and security risks of telehealth systems
– Explore cost and implementation strategies

Community Impacts of the ACCESS Act

Benefits to CommunityDescription
Improved Access to CareTelehealth expands access in rural areas and improves healthcare equity for underserved populations.
Cultural CompetencyEncourages culture-based care and builds trust between healthcare providers and diverse communities.
Enhanced Monitoring and ServicesFacilitates home monitoring and telepharmacy, reducing barriers to timely and effective medical interventions.

References

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GovTrack.us. (2021). H.R. 596 — 117th Congress: ACCESS Act. Retrieved from https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/117/hr596

Harris, K., Sithole, A., & Kibirige, J. (2017). A needs assessment for the adoption of next-generation science standards (NGSS) in K-12 education in the United States. Journal of Education and Training Studies, 5(9), 54. https://doi.org/10.11114/jets.v5i9.2576

Hsieh, P. (2016). An empirical investigation of patients’ acceptance and resistance toward the health cloud: The dual factor perspective. Computers in Human Behavior, 63, 959-969. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.chb.2016.06.029

NR 451 Week 3 Healthcare Policy

Keenan, J., Rahman, R., & Hudson, J. (2021). Exploring the acceptance of telehealth within palliative care: A self-determination theory perspective. Health and Technology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12553-021-00535-9

Mars, M. (2020). Medicolegal, ethical, and regulatory guidelines pertaining to telehealth. Fundamentals of Telemedicine and Telehealth, 297-303. https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-12-814309-4.00013-6

Mason, M. (2020). Updates on current federal telehealth legislation – National Health Council. Retrieved from https://nationalhealthcouncil.org/blog/updates-on-current-federal-telehealth-legislation/

Morrison, L. (2020). Assessing part-time nursing faculty needs: A needs assessment for a quality improvement project. Teaching and Learning in Nursing, 15(1), 42-44. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.teln.2019.08.011

NR 451 Week 3 Healthcare Policy

Nigam, S. (2018). Telehealth and telemedicine: Clinical and regulatory issues. Telehealth and Medicine Today, 1(1). https://doi.org/10.30953/tmt.v1.69

Paradis, M., Atkinson, K., Hui, C., Ponka, D., Manuel, D., & Day, P. et al. (2018). Immunization and technology among newcomers: A needs assessment survey for a vaccine-tracking app. Human Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics, 14(7), 1660-1664. https://doi.org/10.1080/21645515.2018.1445449

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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