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Problem Statement Making a problem statement feasible is one of the challenges facing healthcare policy analysis (Teitelbaum & Wilensky, 2017). For the current project, a possible broad problem statement might be the outbreak of flu in the state of Illinois in 2029. The narrow problem statement would be the ways of managing the risk of an outbreak of flu in Illinois in 2019. The question to be answered is: “In what ways can the Illinois State Public Health Department decrease the risk of a flu outbreak in Illinois in 2029?” This value-driven statement provides information on the direction that the policy analysis may take. Background Outbreaks of influenza hurt a large number of countries and populations every year. Adverse outcomes of this infectious disease include the loss of the ability to work and lead a normal life due to several symptoms, ranging from mild to severe ones. Seasonal outbreaks of flu result in many people experiencing fatigue, sore throat, and fever, respiratory failure, or even death (Nguyen, 2018). The seriousness of the problem is proved by statistics from all over the world in general, and for the state of Illinois, in particular. During this recent winter season, there have been 1229 flu-associated ICU admissions and 319 outbreaks in the state (Illinois Department of Public Health, 2018). While the baseline for outpatient visits for “influenza-like illness” is 1.8%, there have been 4.78% of such visits recorded for this specific season. The percentage of flu-positive tests was 19.3% (3070 of 15872) (Illinois Department of Public Health, 2018). The most tragic statistics are represented by the number of pediatric deaths – two have been recorded during this season (Illinois Department of Public Health, 2018). The seriousness of the problem is obvious, and it is necessary to work on the prevention of such statistics in the future. Landscape There are three major categories of stakeholders related to the problem of flu outbreaks: the government, citizens, and healthcare workers. State officials must arrange the most favorable conditions for healthcare workers to be able to disseminate information about influenza among citizens and to provide people with the necessary prevention and treatment procedures. Each year, the number of types of influenza increases, affecting many people (Jonges et al., 2013). The task of healthcare professionals is to be prepared for an epidemic but, simultaneously, do everything possible to prevent it. This can be done through educational materials and the spreading of data on flu via social media. The third category of stakeholders related to the problem is citizens. They constitute the biggest and most vulnerable group of stakeholders. To ensure effective cooperation between all stakeholders, it is necessary to provide relevant financial and informational support. Citi
There are some people who have associated being president of the country with perks. Perks that make it seem like a royal life and highly enviable. You have the red carpet treatment, the highly-trained security detail, the “nothing is impossible” notion when it comes to getting what a president wants or needs, the most recognizable private plane in the world… and what else? Indeed the presidency is a glamorous job. But, it is also a job that is incomparable to anything else in the world. No corporate president in any arena can even come close to the tremendous responsibility placed upon the shoulders of the U.S. president. For the U.S. president is not just the president of a country, no. The American President symbolizes the free world. It symbolizes the most powerful person in the world who governs not only America but all the other countries as well. He is a peacemaker, negotiator, world policeman, adviser, and most of all, an example for the rest of the world leaders to emulate. A president’s life is no piece of cake. It is a 20 hour a day job at the very least that is filled with tension, apprehension, and joy at any given moment. The presidency is not a position for greenhorns. Being president is not something you learn on the job, nor do you assign advisers to make decisions for you either. And no, cabinet secretaries should never be allowed to be little presidents either. This is a position that does not leave room for mistakes when you have billions of people depending upon you to make the right decision and save them from any unforeseen events that may be the aftermath of command responsibility. Those are the duties of the American president and that, I feel, is what he or she should be attending to all day whether in the White House. Camp David, or traveling on Air Force One. We already know that John McCain is the nominee apparent of the Republican party. We also know that Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama will be slugging it out all the way to the Nomination Convention. Of the 3 potential presidential candidates, who do I think can do the best job? Hint: My presidential candidate wears a skirt. Yes, I am talking about Hillary Clinton. Why do I support Hillary Clinton? Mainly because I believe that our country did very well under her husband, former president Bill Clinton. The country was in ruins after the first Bush presidency and it took 8 years of the Bill Clinton presidency, sex scandals aside, to rebuild from the ruins. When Bill Clinton left the White House, our economy was healthy and we had a surplus to speak of. Something that the 2nd Bush squandered without a thought. It is because of Bill Clinton that I support Hillary. I do not care if people say her husband wants to be president again through her
Overview Patrick Lencioni is a renowned American book writer. Most of his books are written on corporate management, predominantly regarding crew management. In the book “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team”, Lencioni discloses the basics of cooperation by using a management parable. He tells a story of a technology corporation that has trouble as it is unable to expand and find new clientele. The new business leader identifies that the company has pioneering products and great aptitude. Nevertheless, the managers are not working together as a squad, opposing the benefits of the corporation’s advanced products and brilliant employees. The team is stressed with their state of affairs and are incapable of coming to the arrangement on a decent solution to their difficulties. The team dynamic forces corroded into the situation where no one is accepting to be in charge, deadlines are being ignored, and morale is low. The managerial team is incapable of making imperative choices and, consequently, the company is trailing behind in the battle for the marketplace share. Purpose The purpose of this book is to prove wrong the managers that believe that everything they do is on point, and there is no place for failure, as one should always be aware of the risks that the company and the team would encounter on the tough road to success. Lencioni provides the reader with the information concerning the five basic dysfunctions that inevitably lead to misunderstanding and confusion within a great crew. He makes a statement that an example of intense teamwork is not a theoretical approach but a rather practical assessment of discipline and determination. The key point of the book is that we should constantly reevaluate the interpersonal relations within any team with the intention of finding the perfect team chemistry. Evaluation The author achieved his goals by developing a basic needs structure that reflected the elementary levels of employee-employee relations within a team. He also dwells on the indicators he believes may be the reason for methodical complications for the business. Lencioni states that the essential pillar that holds the team together is the trust as there is no true collaboration if the trust is missing (Lencioni, 2012). As a relevant source of evidence, the author uses the fact of the importance of balancing between the team integrity and the ability of an employee to compliment the team. Lencioni’s study finds evidence in quite a few limitations that can be found in the majority of current team management models (Lencioni, 2012). Lencioni offers numerous original i
The magistrate court building in Nottingham used the replacement piling method to create a pile foundation. The replacement foundation was ideal for this building because of the height and the quality of soil in the area. The installation process used in creating the pile foundation at Nottingham magistrate court is the continuous flight auger. The base rock at the location is not strong enough, and the soil is sandy, thus making it hard to establish a different kind of foundation (Friedman 121). The use of continuous flight auger allows the concrete piles to achieve the intended stability on a firmer ground beneath the soft rocks. The replacement piling process offers a firmer foundation for buildings in comparison with the displacement piling technique. The process allows the concrete slabs and piles to penetrate the hard rock below the surface, thus enabling the building to hold heavy material. The glass material used to form the walls of the court requires a strong support, hence the choice of the piling method. Buildings constructed using the replacement piling methods can withstand vibrations and limit the impacts of such incidences on the building. Consequently, the system ensures restricted access to the building, thus enhancing the levels of security. However, the piling process affects the environment negatively since the replaced materials require removal and disposal (Friedman 103). One mile north of the current position, the ideal method of piling is displacement. The condition of soil one mile north of the court is much different, hence the choice of the process. Works Cited Friedman, Michael. Kant’s construction of nature: a reading of the Metaphysical foundations of natural science. Cambridge, New York: Cambridge University Press, 2013. Print.
A public relations officer’s main role is to ensure that the public has a positive image of an organization. This is achieved through coordination of various activities that ensures that a company’s reputation is kept at the highest possible standards. Several skills are required for an individual to perform well as a public relations officer. The most important skill is the ability to communicate effectively. Since communication is a two-way traffic, good listening and writing skills are also vital. Furthermore, problem solving and reasoning skills are a necessity for effective performance of duties required of a public relations officer. Good management skills, in terms of efficient time management, people, and oneself are also relevant. In addition, a person should possess teamwork skills and also have the ability of utilizing the available resources to achieve the desired goals within a given time. The major organizations that hire public relations officers are universities, colleges, professional associations, businesses, and non-profit organizations. These organizations hire public relation officers on a permanent or contract basis that may be long or short term. For an individual to successfully acquire a job opportunity in the field of public relation, the specifications depend on the level of the job. In the case of a public relations manager, the individual must possess a bachelor’s degree in public relations or related courses, a high school diploma, and a minimum of five years working experience. Other employment opportunities in public relations require a minimum of high school diploma with additional educational requirements that are relevant to the duties of a public relations officer. Some of the high school courses that are relevant in this field include journalism, public speaking, communication, creative writing, technical writing, principles of advertising, and computer applications. The degree, which is a requirement for a management position in the public relations field, can only be obtained at the university level. The courses that are required for an individual to work in the public relations field are offered in almost all the public and private local universities. For instance, in Alabama, institutions that offer relevant courses required in this field include Auburn University, Community College of the Air Force, Spring Hill College, University of Alabama, and University of Phoenix. The remunerations in this field depend on the job classification level, the
Foreign Exchange Exposures The risks that are associated with expanding business operations into foreign economies vary from one country to another. To ensure a smooth entry and positioning into the foreign markets, a company should identify and mitigate these risks. The decision to expand into the three foreign countries will expose XYZ Inc. to accounting, operating, and transaction exposures. These three exposures are associated with foreign currency risks. Accounting exposure arises when changes in the foreign exchange rate affect the conversion of the foreign subsidiary’s assets and liabilities (denominated in foreign currency) into the parent’s company currency when combining the financial statements. This type of exposure will mainly affect the balance sheet. Operating exposure is a risk that fluctuations in the exchange rate will cause a variation in the present value of the company due to changes in the future expected operating cash flow. This type of exposure majorly affects the sales volume, selling prices, and the operating cost of a business. This has a direct effect on the income statement. Finally, transaction exposure is a risk that the fluctuations in foreign exchange rates will affect the value of unsettled financial obligations that the company incurred before the changes in exchange rates. Therefore, this type of exposure is likely to alter the contracted value of sales and expenses that have not been paid for. This exposure majorly affects the income statement (Jacque, 2013). Types of Hedges Hedging helps entities to reduce foreign exchange risks. The foreign currency risk can be hedged using either derivative such as forward contracts and foreign currency options or non-derivatives instruments such as borrowing in foreign currency. Derivatives are commonly used because they ensure better cash flow management. Also, they are flexible. The most advantageous risk-mitigating strategy for XYZ, Inc. is the use of foreign currency options. These options will grant the company the right, but not the obligation, to transact a particular amount at a predetermined exchange rate. Thus, the company can choose not to use this right when the exchange rate is favorable. The company will have to pay a premium in order to have this right. This method is suitable for the company because it is in a better position to derive the advantage of a favorable change in the exchange rate. This is based on the fact that if the exchange rates change in favor of the company, then it can choose not to use the option (Graham, 2014). Current and Temporal Methods The main accounting assumption under the current method is that the entire foreign investment is exposed to foreign exchange risk. Thus, all the assets and liabilities are converted using the current exchange rate. The balance sheet exposure under this method is the net investment, and it is treated as an adjustment to the net worth using an equity account (cumulative translation adjustment). Therefore, no entry is made to the income statement. The underlying assumption under t
Infinity Software Development Inc. is a Tallahassee, Florida-based IT solutions company with a number of offerings for different industries and verticals. Some of the services that fall within its scope include custom software development, project management, system integration and more. The company was founded in 1994 by a single person and has organically grown to a talent pool of 100 employees, and revenues exceeding $2 million (Infinity Software Company, n.d.). In this report, I will develop a company analysis of Infinity Software to lay down the possibility of a firm business interaction. Infinity Software has top-notch clients for custom software development including Brown and Brown Insurance, Florida Division of Treasury and Florida Department of Education (Infinity Software Company, n.d.). Clearly, it has a substantial base among local and government clients. Custom software development is a clear area of expertise with the company claiming full capabilities across each and every stage of a software’s end-to-end implementation cycle: design, development, testing and analysis. The projects are tailor-made according to the client’s unique requirements and business scope while focusing on their needs for timely support during the execution phase. From the client description of their projects, it can be estimated that Infinity Software has been incorporating innovative processes within their software development activities. These enable them to reduce the time-to-cycle for project implementation, improve client revenues and move forward in its strategic initiatives. From a financial perspective, Infinity Software looks in good health with positive cash flow and attractive Y-O-Y revenue growth. The company has won a number of awards and recognitions for its entrepreneurial achievements. These include the 2006 IT Florida awards, featuring among fastest growing IT companies in Inc. 500, being rated “Outstanding” by Dun & Bradstreet and more (Infinity Software Company, n.d.). Given Infinity Software’s commendable record in commercial and custom software development, it can deliver versatile products based on a customer’s unique requirements. To formulate a proper quote, the company’s assessors will have to evaluate the business size of their client while ensuring the seamless integration of multiple systems into the client network. Infinity has a breadth of experience across different industries including public education, IT, retail, government, transportation, health care and more. To finalize these needs, the client may consider any of these following inputs.   * The timelines of project execution   * Key stakeholders that will derive value from the project   * Integrating different components of the software into the value chain matrix Infinity Software Services has an added advantage: its clients require little assessment services needs as the company specializes in custom software development. This means the client need not physically travel to their premises in Florida at any point of time. Infinity Software has an in-house system that can com
Nurses make important contributions to the decision-making process related to the development and improvement of health policies. They can influence such policies at state, federal, or local levels by joining professional organizations. There are multiple chances for registered nurses (RNs) and advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to alter or make new health acts. For instance, they can join a professional organization such as the American Nurses Association or any other to create or review the existing policies (Ellenbecker & Edward, 2016). Such organizations check if the suggested amendments are effective in practice and can be enacted. Nevertheless, there are some challenges that this opportunity poses. For example, joining such organizations is quite complex. The process of obtaining membership takes much time and effort. However, this complexity may be overcome by creating a simple and well-elaborated system that nurses must stick to while filling out their applications. Moreover, some of such organizations have poor leadership standards which can be reformed to improve their performance. The second chance for RNs and APRNs to participate in the policy-making process is through their workplaces. It implies that they should promote health policies and ensure they are effective enough while working in their clinical settings (Patton et al., 2019). If the nurses identify that some methods are not efficient, they may offer changes. Nonetheless, some nurses are not aware of the policies used. Therefore, they must be updated on trends and current directions that need amendments (Patton et al., 2019). Furthermore, poor leadership disunites nurses by not allowing them to pursue common goals. However, this issue can be fixed by letting each nurse demonstrate their skills. The two main strategies to improve the existence of these opportunities are to train and demonstrate efficient leadership. Effective training would allow nurses to perform better in their working environment, while leadership would provide a chance for each nurse to express their perspectives concerning the given health policy (Ellenbecker & Edward, 2016). Therefore, these methods are considered productive for the nurses who aim to improve the healthcare system and their patients’ quality of life.
Introduction Every member of the community has a role that they can play to reduce the levels of violence among the youth. This paper is a study of the activities that the members of the community can engage in to assist this process. It also highlights ways of ensuring that children are not exposed to violence. Finally, the paper looks at how the community can ensure that the methods that are employed are effective. Initiatives that will assist in rectifying the problems Some of the actions that can be used to deal with gang activity among the youth include primary prevention programs where the law enforcement can collaborate with school administrations to teach the students about the dangers and effects of joining gangs. Others include secondary preventive initiatives which usually involve early intervention programs for young children (Howell, 2010). In these programs, children between the ages of 7 and 9, who display antisocial and disruptive behavior are identified and trained towards better childhood development skills (Howell, 2010). Moreover, there is an aggressive replacement training that usually targets youth who display excessively aggressive behavior whereby they undergo anger control and moral reasoning training (Howell, 2010). How can the negative effects of violence on children be lessened? The adverse effects that children suffer when they are exposed to violence can only be dealt with if the avenues to which they are exposed to violence are checked and regulated. For instance, the school authorities can ensure that their teachers are well equipped and trained to identify quickly and deal with incidences of bullying in school (Berson, Hernon, & Persall, 2012). Also, many children are exposed to domestic violence, and this means that social service workers also have a role to play to ensure the rescue and rehabilitation of these children. In addition, children should also be educated on the importance of and how to forge healthy relationships with the people around them (Berson et al., 2012). This will help in dealing with any misleading information that they may have gathered from the environment or the media. Do you believe that there should be a limitation on the violent video games children are permitted to play? Yes. I do. Recent research done by psychologists has shown that the more children are exposed to violent video games, the more they develop aggressive behavior towards those around them and also, a decrease in pro-social behavior like empathy and kindness (American Psychological Association, 2015). Even though it is not the only risk factor, researchers have concluded that video games do increase the chances of young people engaging in criminal activities. This alone is proof that exposure of children to video games that encourage viol