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What is “k-means clustering,” and how might it help healthcare administration leaders in their health services organization? One of the more common methods of clustering is the use of k-means, where “k” is the number of clusters that are meant to describe the population of interest. For example, what if you were interested in segmenting patients based on satisfaction levels? K-means clustering could be used in the same way to help describe this given population. This technique might assist leaders in determining what characteristics need to be considered in order to study crime and unemployment. In striving to address the problem, k-means clustering is an effective tool for leadership to consider. For this Assignment, review the resources for this week, and examine the k-means clustering approach. Reflect on how you might apply this approach to an issue or challenge in a health services organization. Then, complete the problems for the Assignment. For Chapter 17, problem 21, you will need to download the file P17_21.xlsx from the textbook companion website http://www.cengage.com/cgi-wadsworth/course_products_wp.pl?fid=M20b&product_isbn_issn=9781305947542.  Under “Book Resources”, click on “Student Downloads” to view the downloadable files. Click “Problem Files” and download the zipped file  1305947541_538885.zip. Open the zipped file, and select folder “Problem  Files” and then select folder “Chapter 17” to access the file P17_21.xlsx.

Statement 1: Overpopulation is a serious concern and must be addressed.  Statement 2: There are multiple issues surrounding the use of private prisons. The main drive for private prisons is the ability to generate profit for the shareholders. Because of this most private prisons will cut out programs that are designed to rehabilitate inmates

What are some examples of how culture influences caring for newborns and teaching parents about newborn care and characteristics? Describe and contrast stages I, II, and III of lactogenesis.  What can nurses do to help women with diabetes enhance the health and well-being of their fetus and newborn? Initial responses should be no less than 200 words and include citations from at least two credible sources, One being your textbook.  TEXTBOOK- Perry, S. E., Hockenberry, M. J., Lowdermilk, D. L., & Wilson, D. (2018). Maternal Child Nursing Care (6th ed.). St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier. ISBN: 9780323549387

After completing the reading this week, we reflect on a few key concepts this week: 1. Organizational performance is the fifth aspect of the model, reflect on the question, do certain leadership behaviors improve and sustain performance at the individual, group, and organizational level?  Please explain your response. 2. There were two types of innovation addressed this week (product and process innovation), please note your own personal definition of these concepts and offer an example of both. Please be sure to answer all of the questions above in the initial post. Please ensure the initial post and two response posts are substantive.  Substantive posts will do at least TWO of the following: a. Ask an interesting, thoughtful question pertaining to the topic. b. Expand on the topic, by adding additional thoughtful information. c. Answer a question posted by another student in detail. d. Share an applicable personal experience. e. Provide an outside source. f. Make an argument. At least one scholarly (peer-reviewed) resource should be used in the initial discussion thread.  Please ensure to use information from your readings and other sources from the UC Library.  Use APA references and in-text citations.

This week, you will submit summaries of quantitative and qualitative studies. The purpose of this assignment is to become familiar with published research, research designs, and methodologies. For the assignment, you will select one quantitative research study and one qualitative study related to the field of nursing and write a summary of each study. Each summary must be accurate, succinct, and clear. These articles should be somewhat related to your PICOT questions. Ensure the following questions are addressed in each summary: 1. What type of research is it (quantitative, qualitative, and design)? 2. What was the research question(s) or hypothesis? 3. What are the sample, the sample size, and sample attributes? 4. What was the setting of the study? 5. What were the researcher’s findings? (Identify one.) You must submit the research study articles along with your summaries. A. Each summary should be between 150–250 words. B. Use current APA format to style your paper and to cite your sources. Review the rubric for further information on how your assignment will be graded.

Using the South University Online Library, select two articles from peer-reviewed journals that discuss programs with an aim to improve or address health literacy. Based on your research, create a 2- to 3-page report in a Microsoft Word document, including answers to the following questions: a. Who was the target population(s)? b. How did the target population identify this population as needing health literacy intervention? c. How was the intervention carried out in each article? d. What were the outcomes of the study on improving health outcomes? e. Could the data from the study be used with other audiences? How do you know?  f. What were the limitations of the study? Submission Details: a. Name your document SU_PHE4030_W2_A2_LastName_FirstInitial.doc. b. Submit your document to the Submissions Area by the due date assigned. c. Support your responses with examples. d. Cite any sources in APA format.

 In Unit V, we discussed Model I behaviours and outcomes, and your assignment was to write an essay analyzing a conflict experience. The Unit VIII assignment will be based on the conflict scenario you described in Unit V. The Unit VIII assignment is to create an intervention plan. You will use the conflict experience you analyzed in your Unit V assignment as the basis for the intervention plan you create in Unit VIII. Specifically, in this assignment, you will create a plan for intervention, leading the people who experienced conflict (i.e., from the Unit V assignment) from Model I to Model II relationship patterns. This is referred to as transformative change.  For this assignment, write a minimum of four pages in full length describing your intervention plan to lead the people in conflict toward transformative change. Be sure to use the unit lesson as a guide.  Incorporate at least five library resources to support the ideas you present in your intervention plan. These sources may be drawn from the unit readings or from other sources in the Waldorf Online Library. You should cite these five sources, in addition to the socio-cognitive systems learning model.  Include an introduction, as well as the following elements in your analysis. In the essay describing your intervention plan, please use headings that correspond to these elements. Be sure to refer to the unit lesson for the specific information needed for each section of the intervention plan. 1. Goals for the Intervention: Refer to the unit lesson for the specific information needed for this section. 2. Conflict Scenario: Provide a brief synopsis of the conflict you described in your Unit V assignment. Describe the conflict situation, discussing what happened leading up to this conflict situation and what happened as the conflict occurred. (Be sure to paraphrase this background information rather than copying it directly from your Unit V assignment. Otherwise, the system will flag it for plagiarism.) 3. Changing Values: Refer to the unit lesson for the specific information needed for this section. In your intervention plan, be sure to detail how you will lead the individuals to test their deep underlying assumptions. How will you design this portion of the intervention? Brainstorm some probing questions that you will ask. 4. Changing Behaviors: Refer to the unit lesson for the specific information needed for this section. How will you design this portion of the intervention? Which specific actions will you take to help lead them toward adopting Model II behaviours? Brainstorm some probing questions that you will ask. 5. Double-Loop Learning: First Loop: Refer to the unit lesson for the specific information needed for this section of your intervention plan. Be sure to include some probing questions that you will ask. 6. Changing Outcomes: Refer to the unit lesson for the specific information needed for this section.  7. Double-Loop Learning: Second Loop: Refer to the unit lesson for the specific information needed for this section of your intervention plan. Be sure to include some probing questions that you will ask. 8. Conclusion: Summarize the purpose for transformative learning and, specifically, for this intervention. Also, summarize the process and benefits of your intervention plan. 

Discuss how human-centered design assists with the development of your current business model in development.

Assignment Details Unit Outcomes addressed in this Assignment: a. Evaluate the technologies that support and supplement EHRs. b. Discuss EHR system challenges and the supporting roles of HIM professionals in addressing these challenges. c. Develop an appreciation for the planning and implementation aspects of EHRs. d. Provide examples of EHR systems as they may be implemented in various types of health care settings. e. Evaluate the acceptance and challenges associated with the NHIN (National Health Information Network). Course outcome assessed/addressed in this Assignment: HI300-1: Describe the phases and activities in the systems development life cycle. Instructions: Imagine that you are the HIT Director for a healthcare facility and you are tasked with leading the facility in converting their office to electronic health records. For this Assignment, you will design and construct a Microsoft PowerPoint® presentation that highlights the planning and implementation process when converting to electronic health records. You will present this PowerPoint to other stakeholders in the HIT Department. Please include the following topics in your presentation: a. Name and describe 2 examples of EHRs used in healthcare facilities and discuss the pros and cons of each. b. What technologies would the facility need to implement electronic health records? c. Describe how the facility should implement EHRs using the phases of the system development life cycle as a guide. Your presentation must have at least 15–20 slides. Please use the notes section to clarify anything that might be confusing and anything that needs elaboration such as definitions. Requirements: This Assignment should follow the conventions of Standard English (correct grammar, punctuation, etc.). Your writing should be well ordered, logical, and unified, as well as original and insightful. The resources used (including your text) should be properly cited. Your work should display superior content, organization, style, and mechanics.

Prompt: First, read Chapters 7, 9, and 10 in your text; the module resource Total Rewards; and the Forget Work Perks – Millennials Value Engagement article. Next, watch the John Bremen on Employee Engagement for a Changing Workforce video and review the SHRM Body of Competency & Knowledge model. Refer to the chapter readings and module resources to support your responses to each of the four critical elements below. Carefully read and address each critical element as written, using detailed and informative analysis that conveys critical thinking. The four critical elements are aligned to the people’s technical competency within the HR knowledge domain. Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed: 1. Talent Acquisition: Determine appropriate strategies for acquiring qualified talent, and explain how the strategies support organizational goals. Employee Engagement and Retention: Determine appropriate employee engagement strategies and explain how this approach will increase retention.  2. Learning and Development: Determine learning and development opportunities aimed toward attracting and retaining qualified talent within the 3. organization. Total Rewards: Identify appropriate total rewards strategies to increase employee retention, and explain how these strategies support the goals of the organization. Guidelines for Submission: This milestone must be submitted as a 3- to 4-page Word document with double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins. Use the latest edition of the APA manual for formatting and citations.