What is our responsibility to ensure that proposed and/or implemented programs are evaluated properly with measurable objectives and that the programs are worth the money?

What is our responsibility to ensure that proposed and/or implemented programs are evaluated properly with measurable objectives and that the programs are worth the money?

1C:When constrained by lack of monies, what are the factors that the nurse would consider when prioritizing screening programs?

1D: Explore how you actually need to plan a screening program with ethical considerations that protect the patient and the integrity of the program

1E:Do you feel that “political correctness” is a barrier to intervening with obesity. Do you see healthcare providers hesitating to talk about weight issues?

1F:What happens when the resources differ from the policies of your agency?
1G:How do you deal with the ever-present problem of scarce resources?

Explore how you actually need to plan a screening program with ethical considerations that protect the patient and the integrity of the program

1E:Do you feel that “political correctness” is a barrier to intervening with obesity. Do you see healthcare providers hesitating to talk about weight issues?

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Macha, K., and McDonough, J.P.  (2012). Epidemiology for Advanced Nursing Practice. Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett.

Shi, L. & Stevens, G. D. (2010). Vulnerable populations in the United States (2nd ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.

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