HHS 440 DQ

DQ3

Watch the HIPAA, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 video. In 250-300 words, summarize this law and discuss its impact on healthcare professionals. What is meant by “privacy” and “confidentiality” as it relates to healthcare services? Name and discuss two kinds of threats to medical privacy, as well as possible solutions or ways of protecting this information. Please include a minimum of two academic references in APA format and cite them appropriately. Respond to at least two of your classmates

DQ4

Go to the government websites and explore the various reference databases for topics of interest.  Watch the Visible Human Project & Human patient simulators videos and look at the ADAM software.  In 250 – 300 words,

· Describe the various types of resources found on the internet for health information. 

· Discuss how one can judge the reliability of this information (page 229 of textbook). 

· What are the pros and cons of using the Internet as a resource for health information?

Please include a minimum of two academic references in APA format and cite them appropriately. 

DQ 5

Watch the videos,  Could This Laser Zap Malaria? and The Dangers of Science Denial .  In 250-300 words, evaluate and discuss your thoughts on the various ways in which advances in technology can impact public health and/or disease.  As part of your response, consider the following questions and answer at least two of them:

· Could better technology have prevented the disastrous results of Hurricane Katrina? 

· How might technology aid us in the detection and prevention of large scale spreading of new diseases?

· Can technological advances impact global warming?  What does this have to do with public health?

· What are the pros and cons of embracing technology as it pertains to public health? 

· If we resist change, will we face greater consequences?

Include a minimum of two academic references in APA format.  Respond to at least two of your classmates' posts

DQ6

Discuss the progression from traditional x-rays to the newer computerized technologies in radiology in 250 – 300 words. Discuss how MRI and when it is used, and its specific purpose. Are there downsides? If so, what are they? Consider cost, efficiency, speed of results, and accuracy, as well as comfort and other client-centered concerns

DQ 7 Watch the video, Surgery’s Past, Present, and Robotic Future.  In the News: Surgical Device Poses a Rare but Serious Peril, and discuss the pros and cons to newer surgical techniques using robotics, lasers, and nanotechnology.  How can surgery be “minimally invasive”?  What is “telepresence surgery”?  In 250-300 words, summarize your thoughts with supportive references in APA style format.  Respond to at least two of your classmates' posts.

DQ 8

Select either pharmacy or dentistry, watch the videos ScriptPro Safety and Accuracy or 3D Dentistry.  Discuss advances in technology in that field of health care in 250-300 words.  How does current technology support the delivery of services to the public?  Consider safety, efficiency, accuracy, effectiveness and cost, along with any other pros and cons you notice.  What are the future considerations or plans?  Support your comments with scholarly references in APA style format.  Respond to a minimum of two of your classmates' posts.

DQ 9 Watch the video Aimee Mullins and her 12 pairs of legs.  In 250-300 words, discuss the advances in technology as it relates to prosthetics and other aids, including monitoring systems, for those with disabilities.  Discuss the future of health care delivery for those with special needs only made possible by new technology.  What specific area do you think requires additional attention?  Find two scholarly articles that support your ideas and cite appropriately, using APA format for your references.  Respond to a minimum of two of your classmates' posts.