Unit 7 Discussion 2 – Vaccination Policy. 800w. 4 references. Due 10-17-22
This assessment addresses the following learning objective(s):
Advocate for policies that improve the health of the public and the profession of nursing and health care administration.
Instructions
Vaccination is a hot-button issue for many Americans. Healthcare professionals, media outlets, celebrities, and the general population all play a significant role in shaping the public opinion on “to vaccinate or not to vaccinate.” In some states, policies are in place to help parents navigate the decision to vaccinate their children. In some organizations, patients may be dismissed from receiving care if they decline vaccination without a medical reason (standard series vaccines, flu vaccines, etc). All of these factors play a significant role in shaping public opinion on “to vaccinate or not to vaccinate.” Some states have policies in place to Help parents in making the decision to vaccinate their children. Patients who refuse vaccination without a medical reason may be denied care in some organizations.
On the topic of vaccination:
1. What is the history of vaccination?
2. what should be the role of health policy at the state level?
3. What should be the role of health policy at the institutional (or provider) level?
4. What are some Political and medical trust issues surrounding vaccinations?
The Unelected: The Lobbies
Please watch the following video: (Also, Chapter 10 has this info) The Unelected: The Lobbies Then analyze the impact of interest groups and lobbyist in by answering the following questions: 1. Whom do they benefit and how do they affect our society? (may be influence by your views on elitism/pluralism) 2. What incentives do interest […]
