HCA305 Week 5 Discussion (dq1+dq2)

HCA305 Week 5 Discussion 

Dq1

Health and Medical Technologies. Health and medical technologies available to both health care providers and administrators continue to advance rapidly. Choose a recent medical technology and provide a description of it. Discuss some of the pros and cons of this technology and assess how it drives consumer demand, health system changes, and health care delivery. Consider how this technology could be used in your current or future career.

Dq2

The Future of the Health Care System. We have spent the last five weeks reviewing the major developments in the evolution of health care delivery in the United States and analyzing the system in terms of cost, quality, access, and the provision of services. Address the following in your post:

What do you consider to be the most important factor in fixing the numerous issues inherent in the U.S. health care system?

What role would selected major stakeholders play in its implementation?

What types of research studies could be conducted that would support your stance?

How might the proposed emphasis on preventative health care affect the cost of health care in the future? What impact would a focus on preventative health care have on your chosen factor?