Pima Medical Institute Lobbying and Advocacy in Healthcare Discussion

Description

This week’s readings and lecture offered information related to lobbyists and advocates. Is there a difference between being a lobbyist and an advocate? Lobbyists provide support for policy, as do advocates, so what is the difference? Most nurses consider themselves patient advocates; however a political advocate is somewhat different. In this discussion, differentiate between a lobbyist and an advocate. Be sure to discuss a political advocate rather than a bedside advocate.

Topics to include:

Definition of a lobbyist.

Definition of an advocate.

Similarities and differences.

Why are they both important?

How does one of your selected organizations (choose one you used in your week 1 DB - What is the definition of Nursing Excellence - these organizations were discussed in the week 1 PowerPoint) lobby or advocate for health care policy?

Your discussion must contain a minimum of two (2) references, in addition to examples from your personal experiences to augment the topic. No direct quotes are allowed in the discussion board posts.

References:

Initial Post: Minimum of two (2) total references: one (1) from required course materials and one (1) from peer-reviewed references.