LTHC 320 - Quality of Care in Long Term Health Care Facilities

Institution:

Washington Adventist University

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Description:

Prerequisite: MGMT 202 with a grade of "C" or higher . A study of the risk factors unique to longtermcare facilities. The course includes assessment of these risk factors and strategies for addressing them through the design of the physical environment, management practices, patient care practices, and insurance coverage. This course will also address how the long-term health care administrator can assess, plan for, and implement a high quality level of patient care. The design, implementation, and evaluation of the following resident services: Nursing, Social, Food, Medical, Activity, Medical Records, Pharmaceutical, and Rehabilitation will be specifically addressed. A case study approach will be used.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wau.edu

Phone Number:

(301) 891-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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