Global Healthcare Comparison Matrix and Narrative Statement
Note: This Assignment (both Parts 1 & 2) is due on Day 5 of Week 11.
If you talk about a possible poor health outcome, do you believe that outcome will occur? Do you believe eye contact and personal contact should be avoided?
You would have a difficult time practicing as a nurse if you believed these to be true. But they are very real beliefs in some cultures.
Differences in cultural beliefs, subcultures, religion, ethnic customs, dietary customs, language, and a host of other factors contribute to the complex environment that surrounds global healthcare issues. Failure to understand and account for these differences can create a gulf between practitioners and the public they serve.
In this Assignment, you will examine a global health issue and consider the approach to this issue by the United States and by one other country.
Resources
Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity. Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.
WEEKLY RESOURCES
To Prepare:
· Review the World Health Organization’s (WHO) global health agenda and select one global health issue to focus on for this Assignment.
· Select at least one additional country to compare to the U.S. for this Assignment.
· Reflect on how the global health issue you selected is approached in the U.S. and in the additional country you selected.
· Review and download the Global Health Comparison Matrix provided in the Resources.
The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Global Health Comparison Matrix; 1-page Plan for Social Change)
Part 1: Global Health Comparison Matrix
Focusing on the country you selected and the U.S., complete the Global Health Comparison Matrix. Be sure to address the following:
· Consider the U.S. national/federal health policies that have been adapted for the global health issue you selected from the WHO global health agenda. Compare these policies to the additional country you selected for study.
· Explain the strengths and weaknesses of each policy.
· Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the global health issue you selected. Be specific and provide examples.
· Using the WHO’s Organization’s global health agenda as well as the results of your own research, analyze how each country’s government addresses cost, quality, and access to the global health issue selected.
· Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the health of the global population. Be specific and provide examples.
· Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the role of the nurse in each country.
· Explain how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries. Be specific and provide examples.
Part 2: A Plan for Social Change
Reflect on the global health policy comparison and analysis you conducted in Part 1 of the Assignment and the impact that global health issues may have on the world, the U.S., your community, as well as your practice as a nurse leader.
In a 1-page response, create a plan for social change that incorporates a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
· Explain how you would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
· Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
· Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice as a nurse leader represents and contributes to social change. Be specific and provide examples.
Assignment document should include:
1. Title page
2. Introductory paragraph
3. Global health comparison matrix
4. Plan for social change
5. Conclusion
6. References
7. NURS_6050_Module06_Week11_Assignment_Rubric
Learning Resources
Required Readings
· Short, N. M. (2022). Milstead’s health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide (7th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
· Chapter 11, “The Impact of Nurse Influence on Global Health Policy” (pp. 263–273)
· Recommended Reading: Chapter 2, “News Literacy” (pp. 27–55)
· Bias Within the Media,
· Bias Within Health Care, and
· Strategies to Minimize Bias
· Corless, I. B., Nardi, D., Milstead, J. A., Larson, E., Nokes, K. M., Orsega, S., Kurth, A. E., … Woith, W. (2018). Expanding nursing’s role in responding to global pandemicsLinks to an external site. . Nursing Outlook, 66(4), 412–415.
· Donkin, A., Goldblatt, P., Allen, J., Nathanson, V., & Marmot, M. (2017). Global action on the social determinants of healthLinks to an external site. . BMJ Global Health, 3(1).
· Sandoval-Almazana, R., & Gil-Garcia, J. R. (2011). Are government internet portals evolving towards more interaction, participation, and collaboration? Revisiting the rhetoric of e-government among municipalitiesLinks to an external site. . Government Information Quarterly, 29(Suppl. 1), S72–S81.
· Walden University Library. (n.d.). Social determinants of healthLinks to an external site. . Walden University. https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/Library/sdoh
· World Health Organization (WHO). (2021). World Health Organization (WHO)Links to an external site. . http://www.who.int
· Document: Global Health Comparison Matrix (Word document)
NURS_6050_Module06_Week11_Assignment_Rubric
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeGlobal Healthcare Issues and PoliciesPart 1: Global Health Comparison MatrixFocusing on the country you selected and the U.S., complete the Global Health Comparison Matrix. Be sure to address the following:• Consider the U.S. national/federal health policies that have been adapted for the global health issue you selected from the WHO global health agenda. Compare these policies to the additional country you selected for study.
50 to >44.0 pts
Excellent
Response uses sufficient evidence and provides clear, accurate, and detailed explanation of: …-strengths and weaknesses of policies in the U.S. and another country …-how the social determinants of health impact the issue in the U.S. and in another country. Specific examples are provided. …-how the governments of the two countries address cost, quality, and access related to the issue. …-how the policy in each of the two countries impacts the health of the global population. Detailed and accurate supporting examples are provided. …-how the policies in each country impact the role of the nurse. …-how the global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in each of the two countries.
44 to >39.0 pts
Good
Response uses sufficient evidence and provides an explanation of: …-the strengths and weaknesses of policies in the U.S. and another country. …-how the social determinants of health impact the issue in the U.S. and in another country. Specific examples may be provided. …-how the governments of the two countries address cost, quality, and access related to the issue. …-how the policy in each of the two countries impacts the health of the global population. Supporting examples may be provided. …-how the policies in each country impact the role of the nurse. …-how the global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in each of the two countries.
39 to >34.0 pts
Fair
Explanation of the strengths and weaknesses of policies in the U.S. and another country is vague or inaccurate. …Explanation of how the social determinants of health impact the issue in the U.S. and another country, and/or the examples, are vague or inaccurate. …Explanation of how the governments of the two countries address cost, quality, and access related to the issue is vague or inaccurate. …Explanation of how the policy in each of the two countries impacts the health of the global population, and/or supporting examples, is vague or inaccurate. …Explanation of how the policies in each country impact the role of the nurse is vague or incomplete. …Explanation of how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in each of the two countries is vague or inaccurate.
34 to >0 pts
Poor
Explanation of the strengths and weaknesses of policies in the U.S. and another country is vague and inaccurate or is missing. …Explanation of how the social determinants of health impact the issue in the U.S. and in another country, and the examples, are vague and inaccurate, or is missing. …Explanation of how the governments of the two countries address cost, quality, and access related to the issue is vague and inaccurate or is missing. …Explanation of how the policy in each of the two countries impacts the global population, and supporting examples, is missing. …Explanation of how the policies in each country impact the role of the nurse is vague and inaccurate or is missing. …Explanation of how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries is missing.
50 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeThe Nurse’s Role in Global HealthcarePart 2: A Plan for Social ChangeReflect on the global health policy comparison and analysis you conducted in Part 1 of the Assignment. In a 1-page response, create a plan for social change that incorporates a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.• Explain how you would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.• Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact your local practice and role as a nurse leader.• Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice as a nurse leader represents and contributes to social change. Be specific and provide examples.
35 to >31.0 pts
Excellent
Using sufficient evidence, Response provides a clear and thorough explanation of how one would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into his/her role as a nurse leader. …Response provides a clear and thorough explanation of how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact local practice and the role as a nurse leader. …Response clearly and thoroughly explains in detail how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens in one’s role as a nurse represents and contributes to social change. Accurate And detailed supporting examples are provided.
31 to >27.0 pts
Good
Using sufficient evidence, Response provides an explanation of how one would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into his/her role as a nurse leader. …Response provides an explanation of how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact local practice and the role as a nurse leader. …Response explains how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens in one’s role as a nurse represents and contributes to social change. Some supporting examples are provided.
27 to >24.0 pts
Fair
Explanation of how one would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into his/her role as a nurse leader is vague or incomplete. …Explanation of how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact local practice and the role as a nurse leader is vague or incomplete. …Explanation of how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens in one’s role as a nurse represents and contributes to social change, and/or supporting examples provided, are vague or incomplete.
24 to >0 pts
Poor
Explanation of how one would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into his/her role as a nurse leader is vague and incomplete or is missing. …Explanation of how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact local practice and the role as a nurse leader is vague and incomplete or is missing. …Explanation of how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens in one’s role as a nurse represents and contributes to social change, and/or supporting examples, is missing.
35 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – Paragraph Development and Organization: Paragraphs make clear points that support well developed ideas, low logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas.Sentences are carefully focused– neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required criteria.
5 to >4.0 pts
Excellent
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. …A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates all required criteria.
4 to >3.0 pts
Good
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. …Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.
3 to >2.0 pts
Fair
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%- 79% of the time. …Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off topic.
2 to >0 pts
Poor
Paragraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. …Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is incomplete or missing.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting – English Writing Standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation
5 to >4.0 pts
Excellent
Uses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.
4 to >3.0 pts
Good
Contains a few (1-2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
3 to >2.0 pts
Fair
Contains several (3-4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.
2 to >0 pts
Poor
Contains many (≥5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding.
5 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting:The paper follows correct APA format for title page, font, spacing, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list).
5 to >4.0 pts
Excellent
Uses correct APA format with no errors.
4 to >3.0 pts
Good
Contains a few (1-2) APA format errors.
3 to >2.0 pts
Fair
Contains several (3-4) APA format errors.
2 to >0 pts
Poor
Contains many (≥5) APA format errors.
**Title: Comparative Analysis of Global Health Policy: Addressing [Selected Global Health Issue] in the United States and [Selected Country]**
**Introduction**
Global health issues are complex and multifaceted, requiring coordinated efforts from nations worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) sets a global health agenda to tackle these challenges, influencing health policies in various countries. This paper compares how the United States and [Selected Country] address [Selected Global Health Issue] through national health policies. Additionally, it discusses the role of social determinants of health, the impact on the nursing profession, and how global health issues influence local healthcare policies. The paper concludes with a plan for advocating social change by integrating a global perspective into nursing practice.
**Part 1: Global Health Comparison Matrix**
| **Criteria** | **United States** | **[Selected Country]** |
|————–|——————-|————————|
| **National Health Policies** | Describe U.S. health policies related to the selected global health issue, such as legislation or public health initiatives. | Compare with policies in the selected country, highlighting similarities and differences. |
| **Strengths and Weaknesses** | Explain the strengths, such as advanced healthcare infrastructure, and weaknesses, such as disparities in access. | Discuss strengths and weaknesses in the context of the selected country’s healthcare system. |
| **Social Determinants of Health** | Analyze how factors like income, education, and race affect the global health issue in the U.S., with examples. | Provide examples of how social determinants impact the issue in the selected country. |
| **Government Approach (Cost, Quality, Access)** | Discuss how the U.S. government addresses cost, quality, and access related to the issue. | Analyze how the selected country’s government tackles cost, quality, and access. |
| **Impact on Global Population Health** | Explain the potential global impact of U.S. policies on the selected health issue, with examples. | Discuss how the selected country’s policies could affect global health. |
| **Impact on Nursing Role** | Examine how the U.S. policy influences the role of nurses, including responsibilities and professional scope. | Compare the impact of the selected country’s policies on nurses’ roles. |
| **Local Impact of Global Health Issues** | Provide examples of how global health issues influence local healthcare policies and practices in the U.S. | Discuss the local impact in the selected country. |
**Part 2: A Plan for Social Change**
Global health issues transcend national borders, requiring a comprehensive approach to healthcare. As a nurse leader, advocating for the integration of a global perspective into local practice is essential for addressing health disparities and improving outcomes. To incorporate this global lens:
1. **Advocacy**: I would promote awareness and education about global health issues within my healthcare organization by organizing seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects with international health bodies. This would enhance understanding and foster a culture of global health awareness.
2. **Impact on Practice**: Incorporating a global perspective would encourage adopting best practices from other countries, improving the quality of care. For instance, if [Selected Country] has effective community health programs, these could be adapted locally to address similar issues.
3. **Contribution to Social Change**: By integrating global health perspectives, nurses can contribute to social change by addressing health inequities and promoting cultural competence. For example, understanding diverse cultural beliefs related to [Selected Global Health Issue] can improve patient interactions and outcomes, leading to more equitable healthcare delivery.
**Conclusion**
Addressing global health issues requires a collaborative effort and a comprehensive understanding of how different nations tackle these challenges. By comparing the U.S. and [Selected Country], this paper highlights the importance of considering social determinants, policy impacts, and the role of nurses in global health. As nurse leaders, advocating for a global perspective in local practice is crucial for driving social change and improving healthcare outcomes.
**References**
– World Health Organization. (2021). [Insert relevant WHO resource].
– Short, N. M. (2022). *Milstead’s health policy and politics: A nurse’s guide* (7th ed.). Jones & Bartlett Learning.
– Donkin, A., et al. (2017). Global action on the social determinants of health. *BMJ Global Health*, 3(1). [Link to article]
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This structure ensures a comprehensive approach to comparing global health policies and developing a plan for social change. Be sure to fill in the placeholders with the selected global health issue and country for your assignment.
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