Public Health Surveillance and Monitoring Systems

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Assignment 2: Public Health Surveillance and Monitoring Systems

Every state in the United States has public health surveillance and monitoring systems that serve multiple purposes. These systems are necessary for early detection of any imminent public health emergencies.

Using the Web sites of state health departments, identify one such system in the United States and create a PowerPoint presentation which addresses the following:

A brief historical description of the system
The primary functions of the system
The various kinds of processes and procedures the system follows
The kind of data that the system records and how it is used in early detection of public health emergencies

Use the slide speaker’s notes to elaborate on your points of argument. You may also use the audio function in your presentation. Be sure to include the introduction and reference slides in your presentation.

Support your findings with examples and scholarly references.

Develop a 6–8-slide presentation in PowerPoint format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources.

What is an operational definition of a variable?

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March Week 2 A

Week Two Homework Exercise

Answer the following questions covering material from Ch. 1–5 of Methods in Behavioral Research:

1. A researcher is interested in studying the effects of different levels of distraction—none, low, and high—on scores on a test of visual memory. Participants are randomly assigned to one of three conditions: no distraction, low distraction, or high distraction. All participants engage in a test of visual memory. What is the independent variable? What is the dependent variable? What is the purpose of random assignment to groups? What is the purpose of random assignment to groups? (6 points)

2. What is an operational definition of a variable? How might the variable sense of humor be defined operationally? (2 points)

3. Define reliability as it relates to measurement of behavior. (2 points)

4. Define and describe scales of measurement. (2 points)

5. What is the difference between construct validity, internal validity, and external validity? (3 points)

6. What is the difference between correlation and causation? (2 points)

The National Response Framework (NRF) is an integral part of our nation’s emergency preparedness planning system. It is essential for all public health professionals to understand how this structure supports the National Response Plan (NRP).

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Assignment 3: The National Response Framework

The National Response Framework (NRF) is an integral part of our nation’s emergency preparedness planning system. It is essential for all public health professionals to understand how this structure supports the National Response Plan (NRP).

A thorough understanding of the NRP will help you better prepare for your M5: Assignment 2 project.

Use the Argosy University online library resources and the readings for this module to research the NRF Preparedness Cycle.

Write a report covering the following:

Capacity building
Planning
Organizing, training, and equipping
Exercising
Evaluating and improving

Give reasons and examples to support your response. Be sure to use at least two scholarly resources other than your textbook.

You will share your ideas and findings with your fellow students.

Write a 3–5-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention:

Treatment Plan Completion And Essay

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Treatment Plan Completion And Essay

Complete your treatment plan template for Eliza based on the previous assignments findings and any feedback received from your instructor. Additionally, write and submit a 700-1,050-word essay that includes the following:
  1. The treatment theory you would use and why.
  2. A description of how you would address any mental health, medical, legal, and substance use issues that the client exhibits in the case study through the lens of your counseling theory of choice.
  3. Include at least three scholarly sources in your paper.

Submit the paper and the treatment plan to your instructor.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the Student Success Center.

This assignment assesses the following programmatic competency: 1.5: Assess a client and provide a justifiable diagnosis.

This assignment meets the following CACREP Standards:

2.F.5.j. Evidence-based counseling strategies and techniques for prevention and intervention.

5.C.2.b. Etiology, nomenclature, treatment, referral, and prevention of mental and emotional disorders.

5.C.3.b. Techniques and interventions for prevention and treatment of a broad range of mental health issues.

This assignment meets the following NASAC Standards:

45) Match treatment activities and community resources with prioritized client needs, in a manner consistent with the client’s diagnosis and existing placement criteria.

52) Arrange referrals to other professionals, agencies, community programs, or other appropriate resources to meet client needs.

55) Evaluate the outcome of the referral.

56) Initiate collaboration with referral sources.

61) Coordinate all treatment activities with services provided to the client by other resources.

62) Summarize the client’s background, treatment plan, recovery progress, and problems inhibiting progress for the purpose of assuring quality of care, gaining feedback, and planning changes in the course of treatment.

78) Work with the client to establish realistic, achievable goals consistent with achieving and maintaining reco

Unintended Consequences Of Health Care Reform

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Unintended Consequences Of Health Care Reform

 Unintended Consequences of Health Care Reform

The PPACA of 2010 fostered new provisions for health care and the structure of health care delivery. The individual mandate to obtain insurance is one provocative provision. While this provision attempts to increase access to health care, it raises questions on how the existing system could sustain the potentially large influx of newly insured individuals.

Another provision calls for new models of health care provider organizations to ensure delivery efficiency and continuity of care. In this week’s media presentation, Dr. Kathleen White discusses the accountable care organization, which comprises a group of providers coordinating care across a variety of institutional settings. Yet becoming an accountable care organization may present a number of challenges.

This week’s Discussion builds on Week 1, continuing the examination of those societal and organizational contexts that influence health care reform. The unintended consequences of reform policy on the health care system are also considered.

To prepare:

  • Review      this week’s media presentation and the other Learning Resources focusing      on how reform may lead to improved quality, greater access, and reduced      cost of care. Also think about the unintended consequences that may arise      as a result.
  • Consider      the information presented about the individual mandate and accountable      care organizations. What are some questions or concerns you might have      regarding the individual mandate? What are the pros and cons associated      with becoming an accountable care organization?
  • With      posting instructions in mind, select either the individual mandate or      accountable care organizations as the focus of your Discussion this week.

By tomorrow Wednesday 03/07/18 BY 12pm, write a minimum of 550 words in APA format with a minimum of THREE scholarly references from the list of required readings below. Include the level one headers as numbered below:

Post a cohesive response that addresses the following:

1) In the first line of your posting, identify the topic you have selected—either the individual mandate or accountable care organizations. With regard to this topic, describe one or more positive results that could be achieved, and one or more unintended consequence(s) that organizations or individuals may experience.

2) Briefly evaluate issues on the topic that may be a consideration for the organization you work in and the nursing profession ( I WORK I A HOSPITAL SETTING).

Required Readings

Bodenheimer, T., & Grumbach, K. (2016). Understanding health policy: A clinical approach (7th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Medical.

Chapter 5, “How Health Care is Organized – I: Primary, Secondary, and Tertiary Care”

Chapter 6, “How Health Care is Organized – II: Health Delivery Systems”

McClellan, M. (2010). Accountable care organizations in the era of health care reform. American Health & Drug Benefits, 3(4), 242–244.

The PPACA of 2010 encourages the formation of accountable care organizations (ACOs) to improve the quality and efficiency of health care delivery. An ACO is a group of health care providers who coordinate care for their Medicare patients and share the financial incentives of health care improvement gains.

Moore, K. D., & Coddington, D. C. (2010). Accountable care: The journey begins. Health Care Financial Management, 64(8), 57–63.

This article provides information on the importance of health care provider organizations taking steps to become accountable care organizations (ACOs) and provides examples of systems that have historically functioned in this capacity. The authors also provide steps for developing and transitioning to an ACO structure.

Institute of Medicine. (2010). The future of nursing: Leading change, advancing health. Retrieved from http://www.nationalacademies.org/hmd/Reports/2010/The-Future-of-Nursing-Leading-Change-Advancing-Health.aspx

This report discusses how nurses can and should play a fundamental role in meeting the challenges of increased demand for health care brought about by the implementation of the 2010 Affordable Care Act. In addition, it stresses the need for nurses to be partners with other health professionals and assume leadership roles in redesigning health care in the United States.

Institute of Medicine. (2010). Report brief: The future of nursing: Leading change, advancing health. Retrieved from http://www.nationalacademies.org/hmd/~/media/Files/Report%20Files/2010/The-Future-of-Nursing/Future%20of%20Nursing%202010%20Recommendations.pdf

This report brief highlights the four key recommendations from the Robert Wood Johnson and Institute of Medicine the Future of Nursing: Leading Change, Advancing Health report. The recommendations focus on nursing practice, education and training, partnerships with other healthcare professionals, and workforce planning and policymaking.

HealthCare.gov. (n.d.). Understanding the Affordable Care Act. Retrieved from http://www.hhs.gov/healthcare/rights/index.html

This website introduces the Affordable Care Act and presents the timeline for implementation of the various provisions of the Act.

HealthCare.gov. (n.d.). Understanding the Affordable Care Act: About the law. Retrieved from http://www.hhs.gov/healthcare/rights/law/index.html

Read the full Affordable Care Act law at this website. An overview of the law is also provided along with an outline of how the Affordable Care Act helps reduce health insurance costs.

Required Media

Laureate Education, Inc. (Executive Producer). (2011). Healthcare policy and advocacy: Reforming health care delivery: Accountable care organizations. Baltimore: Author.

 

Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 7 minutes.

In this media presentation, Dr. Kathleen White explains the structure of accountable care organizations (ACO) and discusses the benefits and challenges of becoming an ACO.

Optional Resources

APRN Joint Dialogue Group Report. (2008). Consensus model for APRN regulation: Licensure, accreditation, certification & education.Retrieved from http://www.aacn.nche.edu/education-resources/APRNReport.pdf

Fisher, E. S., & Shortell, S. M. (2010). Accountable care organizations: Accountable for what, to whom, and how. JAMA: Journal of the American Medical Association, 304(15), 1715–1716.

Fisher, E. S., Staiger, D. O., Bynum, J. W., & Gottlieb, D. J. (2007). Creating accountable care organizations: The extended hospital medical staff. JHealth Affairs, 26, w44-w57. doi:10.1377/hlthaff.26.1.w44–57

McClellan, M., McKethan, A. N., Lewis, J. L., Roski, J., & Fisher, E. S. (2010). A national strategy to put accountable care into practice. Health Affairs, 29(5), 982–990.

Kaiser Health News. (2011). Accountable care organization proposed regulations: Resources. Kaiser Family Foundation. Retrieved from http://www.kaiserhealthnews.org/Stories/2011/March/31/ACO-Documents-In-The-News.aspx

Descriptive Epidemiology

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escriptive Epidemiology

 Descriptive Epidemiology

HIV/AIDS was first recognized as an epidemic in the United States in 1981. At the beginning of the AIDS epidemic, the life expectancy for infected persons was less than 7 years. Today, because of research and new treatment options, people who begin treatment soon after diagnosis can expect to live a nearly normal life span (Cairns, 2010). The HIV/AIDS epidemic was identified through descriptive epidemiology.

Descriptive epidemiologic studies are often conducted as precursors to analytic studies. Epidemiologic concepts are used to gather data to better understand and evaluate health trends in populations. Data such as characteristics of the persons affected, place where an incident occurred, and time of occurrence are collected and analyzed to look for patterns in an effort to identify emerging health problems. In this Discussion, you will apply the epidemiologic concepts of time, place, and person to a specific population health problem.

To prepare:

  • Consider      a variety of population health problems, and then select one on which to      focus for this Discussion.
  • Identify      a specific population affected by your selected health problem.
  • Research      the patterns of the disease in your selected population using the      epidemiologic characteristics of person, place, and time.
  • Explore      three to five data sources presented in the Learning Resources that could      aid you in describing the population and magnitude of the problem. Analyze      the strengths and limitations of each data source.
  • Consider      methods for obtaining raw data to determine the variables of person,      place, and time for your health problem. Ask yourself: How would the      methods I select influence the accuracy of case identification,      definition, and diagnosis?

By tomorrow Wednesday 03/07/18 by 4pm, write a minimum of 550 words in APA format with a minimum of THREE scholarly references from the list of required readings below. Include the level one headers as numbered below:

Post a cohesive response that addresses the following:

1) Evaluate your selected health problem in the population you identified by describing THREE to FIVE characteristics related to person, place, and time.

2) Appraise the data sources you utilized by outlining the strengths and limitations of each.

3) Discuss TWO methods you could use to collect raw data to determine the descriptive epidemiology of your health problem, determine how these methods would influence the completeness of case identification as well as the case definition/diagnostic criteria used.

Required Readings

Friis, R. H., & Sellers, T. A. (2014). Epidemiology for public health practice (5th ed.). Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett.

Chapter 3, “Measures of Morbidity and Mortality Used in Epidemiology”

Chapter 4, “Descriptive Epidemiology: Person, Place, Time”

Chapter 5, “Sources of Data for Use in Epidemiology”

Chapter 3 examines several measures of disease frequency that are typically utilized in epidemiology.

In Chapter 4, the authors address a basic premise of epidemiology: that disease occurs in patterns reflecting underlying factors (rather than occurring randomly). Using the tools introduced in Chapter 3, it is possible to take a more detailed look at the occurrence of disease, focusing on characteristics related to person, place, and time. This chapter also notes the distinction between descriptive versus analytic epidemiology; descriptive studies characterize the amount and distribution of disease within a population, whereas analytic epidemiology is concerned with the determinants of disease.

Chapter 5 provides information about various data sources that are available to the general public, and the authors examine some of the critical issues related to data collection and use that require careful attention.

Nash, D. B., Fabius, R. J., Skoufalos, A., Clarke, J. L. & Horowitz, M. R. (2016). Population health: Creating a culture of wellness (2nd ed). Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning.

Chapter 12, “Information Technology”

In this chapter, the authors examine the use of information technology, noting that research based on richer, more real-time data will inform policy decisions in all parts of the health care system. The challenge of integrating individual patient is mobile applications into the electronic health record are presented.

Required Media

Laureate Education (Producer). (2012). Epidemiology and population health [Interactive media]. Baltimore, MD: Author.

“Descriptive Measures”

This presentation introduces you to the concept and calculation of important descriptive measures used in epidemiology—namely, incidence and prevalence. In addition, you will see how to use direct and indirect age-adjustment to compare mortality rates in two populations.

What is the hypothesis of the research article?

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Self Reflection #1

You are to write an essay about a peer reviewed journal article of interest to you in psychology. In this essay, you will critique the research design and hypothesis, evaluate the methods and materials, and review the result of the research conducted. You will also analyze how the research could influence your life, for better or worse, from your perspective. Specific questions are provided below for the assignment.

Instructions:

1. Find a peer-reviewed research article, in the field of psychology, published in the last 10 years on a topic of interest to you. Bring in your topic/article for review to class on date: ___________. (5 points)

2. Write a critique of the research paper answering the following questions below.

3. Use APA format to write your paper and properly cite the work you are reviewing, your book and/or any other resources you use to support your argument. (10 points)

4. Be sure to have a clear introduction, middle body, and conclusion.

Questions to answer in your essay:

1. Why did you choose this topic, and what is the social relevance of this topic, i.e. why is it important to study, in your opinion? (15 points)

2. What is the hypothesis of the research article? Is it causal or predictive? (15 points)

3. What is the research method employed in the article and what are the materials used? Would you choose the same method, why or why not? Is it appropriate for the type of hypothesis? Are there other methods that could have been used instead? (15 points)

4. What was the result of the research? Do you agree with it or disagree with it, why or why not? Is there any bias, limitations in sample size, or other potential issues in the design, materials, or method that you see or that the researchers identify? (15 points)

5. What is the personal relevance of this research to you? Analyze how the results affect or influence your life or the life of others, for better or worse. (15 points)

 

Journal Link:

https://www.questia.com/library/journal/1G1-499492388/walking-on-eggshells-the-lived-experience-of-partners

Effect of Motivation on Sport Performance

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continuation

This is a continuation of where you selected a topic of interest and chose 5 APA references…………..

  “Effect of Motivation on Sport Performance”

Your paper should be 5 pages in length, plus a Title Page and Reference Page………Please do not submit a 7+ page paper….. In the Issue Analysis Paper, you have select a topic, issue or subject relating to sports psychology and now you are asked to analyze the topic in the first half of the paper. First, identify an important Issue related to sport psychology and describes that issue in detail during the first half of the paper. Then, in the paper’s second half,  analyze the issue and suggests solutions. Analysis requires breaking a subject, issue, or event into its constituent elements so that the assumptions or components are made clear and the relationships between them are made explicit. Thus, through the analysis paper, the student demonstrates comprehension of the material being analyzed. In that Sport Psychology is interdisciplinary, you can borrow topics and subjects from other areas in which you have an interest, but we must be sure the topic relates to sports psychology. Issues can include mental or physical conditions, performance, goal- setting and imagery, aggression and violence, group processes, competition, etc. The paper is not a personal opinion or reflection style paper. As such, it should NOT include personal story or observation sharing, but must analyze the issue; the personal, you or I, must be left out of your thinking and writing. You should write as though your readers are intelligent but not fully informed about the topic. Your paper must be developed using research material from at least five sources. You may not use your textbook as a source. You may also use the Internet for some of your material as long as you access scholarly resources and not popular media such as Sports Illustrated, Psychology Today, opinion .com sites or blogs, About.com sites or others that do summarizing for readers, abstracts without reading the full article, etc. NO WIKIPEDIA articles may be used for these papers or any other writing assignment in this course. All sources must be listed on “References” pages (not “Works Cited or “Bibliography” – those aren’t APA format terms, and without the quotation marks) attached to the end of the papers.  You must also cite the material within the body of your paper, using the American Psychological Association (APA) format (this is the citation format used within the narrative of your textbook).  Your paper should contain a cover page with your name and the title. Papers are to be typed and double-spaced using a font size of 10 to 12, no larger, throughout, including the cover page. The pages should be full and margins should be no larger than 1″ on all sides. The cover page and “References” page are in addition to the five-page length requirement.

Preventing Discrimination in the Workplace

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Discussion: Preventing Discrimination In The Workplace Paper

Discussion: Preventing Discrimination in the Workplace

Consider your rights as an employee or job applicant. What do you know about the laws that prevent unfair treatment and discriminatory practices in the workplace?

Prior to 1964, employees and job applicants had few rights. Many employers used skin color, religion, or gender as a sole basis to hire or fire employees. Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act aimed to protect employees from the prejudices of employers. In fact, after its passing it became the core foundation of workplace discrimination law because it protected five categories, or “classes,” of citizens from unfair employment practices. As time progressed, legislators supplemented Title VII with more anti-discrimination acts and policies. Today, employees or applicants who feel discriminated against due to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or genetics can seek grounds for legal representation.

As a leader in the nursing field, you must take all necessary precautions to ensure that you and your unit, department, and/or organization adhere to the laws outlined and associated with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

To prepare

· Review Chapter 3, “The Legal Environment and Diversity Management,” in the course text, Human Resource Management: Functions, Applications, & Skill Development. Examine how Title VII protects classes of employees across all organizations and professions.

· Review this week’s media, “Legal Issues,” and the laws that address employment discrimination.

· Conduct research to learn more about applicable laws and regulations pertaining to the protected class assigned by your Instructor.

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· Select one of the following options:

o Option 1: Conduct research via the Walden Library and other scholarly sites (such as the ones listed below) to locate an authentic discrimination case involving the protected class that you were assigned.

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o Option 2: Recall an instance of discrimination you have personally experienced or witnessed related to your assigned protected class. Consider the events leading up to and the resolution of this instance.

Note: The case/instance that you choose for this Discussion may be from an organization in any field (not just health care) and must have occurred within the last 10 years.

· Once you have selected your option and case/instance, reflect upon the following questions:

o What legal issues (i.e., Title VII and other applicable laws) were relevant to this case or instance?

o What strategies would you propose to prevent a similar situation from occurring in your unit, department, or organization?

Websites

Cornell University Law School. (n.d.). Legal Information Institute. Retrieved September 21, 2012 from http://www.law.cornell.edu/supct/search/

Search for recent Supreme Court decisions on employment discrimination. Enter your assigned Title VII protected class into the search bar to access court cases by topic.

Equal Employment Advisory Council. (2012). Amicus activity. Retrieved from http://www.eeac.org/web/amicus/index.asp

Use the categorized hyperlinks to access court cases by issue, area, court, or year. 

U.S. Department of Labor. (n.d.). Search results. Retrieved September 21, 2012 from http://webapps.dol.gov/search/?search/Search.aspx

To find recent employment discrimination decisions, include in your search terms the type of discrimination or the employment law and the word(s) “decisions” or “case decisions” (e.g., “racial discrimination decisions,” “gender discrimination decisions,” “American Disability Act (ADA) case decisions,” “Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) case decisions,” etc.)

https://class.waldenu.edu/bbcswebdav/pid-4223835-dt-announcement-rid-151668583_1/courses/USW1.UF.201850/Bullying-and-Harassment-in-the-Nursing-Workforce.pdf

 

Below are the protective classes. You can select one yourself and once you have selected your option and case/instance, reflect upon the following questions:

  • What legal issues (i.e., Title VII and other applicable laws) were relevant to this case or instance?
  • What strategies would you propose to prevent a similar situation from occurring in your unit, department, or organization

The US. federal law protects individuals from discrimination or harassment based on sex, race, age, disability, color, creed, national origin or religion.

  • Race – Civil Rights Act of 1964
  • Religion – Civil Rights Act of 1964
  • National origin – Civil Rights Act of 1964
  • Age (40 and over) – Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967
  • Sex – Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Civil Rights Act of 1964
    • The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission interprets ‘sex’ to include discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity[2]
  • Pregnancy – Pregnancy Discrimination Act
  • Citizenship – Immigration Reform and Control Act
  • Familial status – Civil Rights Act of 1968 Title VIII: Housing cannot discriminate for having children, with an exception for senior housing
  • Disability status – Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
  • Veteran status – Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act
  • Genetic information – Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act
  • Once you have selected your option and case/instance, reflect upon the following questions:
  • What legal issues (i.e., Title VII and other applicable laws) were relevant to this case or instance?
  • What strategies would you propose to prevent a similar situation from occurring in your unit, department, or organization

By Day 3

Post a brief summary of the discrimination case/instance you selected and how the events impacted the individual(s) and/or the work environment. Describe the key legal issues involved and explain how Title VII legislation applied. Discuss at least one strategy you would employ in an effort to mitigate this type of discrimination from occurring in your unit, department, or organization. Include the APA reference and a hyperlink to your case example (if applicable).

 

 Discuss the role of the urinary system in homeostasis. Support your answer with educational resources.

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Medical Herbs

  Discussion Post

***APA FORMAT FOR ALL QUESTIONS

***Word count is your discretion

***Back up each answer with a reference

*** Due 3/7/18 1pm American/New York Time

**View Link & Attachment 11-1 & Answer Question 1**

Case: 11-2 The case of Dr. Anna Pou and Colleagues

http://journalofethics.ama-assn.org/2010/09/hlaw1-1009.html

You are expected to cite the reference and do so in APA format. There is no specific word count needed for this, just say what you have to say, and offer a rationale for doing so. thoughtful comments, critical thinking and are backed up with references (in other words, do not present someone else’s writing as your own!) It is fine to quote an article but do not use it as your meat and potatoes for your response.

Question 1: What guidance does the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive statements provide for a situation like the one at Memorial Hospital Medical center in New Orleans?

** Read Below & Answer Question 2**

Question 2:  Discuss the role of the urinary system in homeostasis. Support your answer with educational resources.

** Read Below & Answer Question 3**

Question 3: We need our senses to perceive the world around us & respond.  Pick one topic (disease, injury, treatment, disorder etc.) related to one of the special senses (smell, taste, seeing, hearing & balance). Describe your topic and be sure to include any potential causes, symptoms or possible treatments. You should have a minimum of 2 academically appropriate resources.

** Read Below & Answer Question 4**

Question 4; Have you ever stopped to think about your ecological footprint? Take the online quiz at http://footprint.wwf.org.uk/  to determine how much productive land and water you need. Share your score on this week’s blog assignment and discuss what surprised you about the results. Are there personal changes you might make, or would you recommend changes in policies and regulations based on what you learned?