There’s no doubt that appreciation and recognition are critical to our self-esteem and feelings of self-worth, but can there be too much of a good thing? Some say that today it seems like everyone gets a “participation medal” of some sort, whether it’s kids getting medals for just being on a team or adults getting plaques and certificates for doing their jobs. Others say that […]

Discuss the value and use of quantitative and qualitative research and data in business. Articulate the difference between the two types of research and provide specific examples of when each would be valuable in addressing problems within a business setting. In response to peers, discuss whether you agree with the distinction and type of quantitative and qualitative research examples provided.

Complete Case 7.3 Trans LAN Project in Larson and Gray by responding to questions 1, 2, and 3.  Combine items 1 and 2 into a single Risk Assessment Form (see Figure 7.6 in Larson and Gray) and use Microsoft Excel to complete this item. Use Microsoft Excel for the Risk Response Matrix (see Figure 7.8 in Larson and Gray) for question 3.  Note that additional […]

The biology labs do require some completion of experiments.  Some of the experiments call for the use of multi colored beads, however, simple math can be used in place of the beads.  If you have any question please review the lab before submitting a bid.  It is large but relatively simple.  Also, one of the labs require that it is recorded and the video submitted. […]

Part of developing a message is considering the audience that will receive your message. Discuss who the audience is, the size and demographic of the members, their stakes in your problem and solution, expectations and preferences, and their potential reaction to your proposal. Include discussion of how this might impact your message,and provide relevant examples in your discussion. In response to peers, discuss whether you […]

Consider the article The Ethics of Empowering Patients as Partners in Healthcare-Associated Infection Prevention, particularly the inclusion of patients in the process of working to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Consider some of the ethical implications with regard to patient autonomy and patient welfare when we do not involve patients in specific decisions regarding known risk (e.g., surgical infection risk).

 Patient malnutrition is a very real and serious matter; it can lead to a worsening of the patient’s condition, a longer hospital stay, or even be as serious as to contribute to patient death. There are a variety of diseases, conditions, or situations in which patient malnutrition may occur; the malnutrition may develop while in the hospital, but it can also develop outside of the […]

Continuous monitoring is a critical part of the risk management process. “Continuous monitoring is ongoing observance with intent to provide warning. A continuous monitoring capability is the ongoing observance and analysis of the operational states of systems to provide decision support regarding situational awareness and deviations from expectations.” —Source: Keith Willett (MITRE) in support of the National Security Agency.

This week, you begin work on your Final Project. The Final Project consists of three written assignments that culminate in the submission of your grant proposal to your Instructor in Module 6. Parts 1, 2, and 3 will focus on major elements required of all proposals. In the final Grant Proposal Submission, incorporating the cumulative feedback you receive from your Instructor, you will compile these […]

Submit a 500 word essay that describes your motivation for pursuing a college degree and your personal and academic achievements. Include your reasons for applying for this scholarship and your views concerning the challenges and benefits with living in a culturally diverse society. Give examples of how you promote inclusion in your school or community.