What are some of the long-term facilities in your community or state? Are there any essential services missing? If yes, what are they? If no, what services might be improved on? What other health care services are offered in your community or state that are not long-term care services?

I've been staring into my crystal ball for the last few minutes. Because of the snow, I can't see where YOU live.

That means you're on your own to research the facilities in YOUR community or state.

Sorry.

I suggest you call three nursing homes, and ask a nurse on duty: be brief, they are busy.

You might call a rehab facility, and ask the same question of a nurse.

and finally, call a psychiatric hospital or facility, and speak to any nurse or counselor. Be brief again, but they likely will give you an earful. Listen carefully.

U.S. Health Care Settings


· Resource: Ch. 3 of Essentials of Health Information Management: Principles and Practices; Presentation Guide

· Review presentation guidelines given in your Presentation Guide, located on your student Web site.

· Create a PowerPoint® presentation of at least 9 slides outlining the major functions that distinguish the following U.S. health care settings, with an appropriate introduction and conclusion:



o Hospital categories
o Ambulatory care settings
o Behavioral health care facilities
o Types of long-term care
o Managed-care models
o Home-care service
o Government health care facilities (federal, state, and local)



· Include speaker’s notes on main talking points.

· Format any citations and references that you include according to APA standards.

· Post your presentation as an attachment.

DEBBIE DO YOUR OWN WORK AND DON'T ASK OTHERS TO COMPLETE IT FOR YOU OR YOU WILL BE TURNED IN FOR PLAGIARISM! EVERYONE ELSE HAS TO DO THEIR WORK AND YOU SHOULD TO.

First learn how to spell and then criticize others. What a loser!

I can't believe the rudeness on here for asking for help

To find out about long-term facilities in your community or state, you can start by conducting an online search using search engines or visiting the official website of your local government or healthcare department. You can also reach out to community organizations or ask for recommendations from healthcare professionals.

Long-term care facilities commonly include nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and residential care homes. These places provide various levels of care and support for individuals who require assistance with daily activities, medical care, and supervision due to chronic illness, disability, or aging.

To identify any essential services missing in your community's long-term care facilities, you can consider the following factors:

1. Access to specialized medical care: Check if there are specialized medical services available in the facilities to meet the specific needs of residents, such as geriatric care, mental health support, or palliative care.

2. Staffing levels and training: Evaluate if there is an adequate number of qualified staff members, including healthcare professionals, to ensure the safety and well-being of residents. Assess whether staff members receive ongoing training to enhance their knowledge and skills.

3. Social and recreational activities: Determine if there are opportunities for residents to engage in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities to promote their mental well-being and overall quality of life.

4. Personalized care plans: Assess whether the facilities develop individualized care plans that address the unique needs and preferences of each resident, including their medical, social, and emotional requirements.

If you find that essential services are missing or could be improved upon, consider advocating for additional resources, funding, or policy changes in collaboration with local government or community organizations to enhance the quality of long-term care facilities.

In addition to long-term care services, your community or state may offer various other healthcare services. These can include:

1. Hospitals: These provide emergency care, surgical procedures, diagnostic tests, and specialized medical services.

2. Primary Care Clinics: These are typically local healthcare centers where individuals receive routine medical care, preventive services, and treatment for common illnesses.

3. Specialty Clinics: These focus on specific medical areas such as cardiology, orthopedics, dermatology, or psychiatry, providing specialized consultation and treatment.

4. Rehabilitation Centers: These offer services such as physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to help individuals recover or manage medical conditions or injuries.

5. Home Healthcare: This service allows individuals to receive medical care, nursing assistance, therapy, or personal care within the comfort of their own homes.

Remember, the availability and variety of healthcare services may vary depending on your specific community or state.