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Definition and origins of rehabilitation in prison; parole and how it differs from mandatory release; probation and how it compares to other forms of sentencing

Write a 700- to 1,050-word paper that includes the following:

  • Definition and origins of rehabilitation in prison
  • Definition of parole and how it differs from mandatory release
  • Definition of probation and how it compares to other forms of sentencing
  • Definition and options of community corrections
  • Critique the current rehabilitation options and how it affects recidivism:
  • Is there a better solution to the current parole process?
  • Is there a better solution to the current probation system?
  • Are there better solutions than the current community corrections options?
  • Discuss the possible effects of evidence-based practices on recidivism.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

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RHIOs are comprised of multiple stakeholders. They play a vital role in health information exchange (HIE) in a community. Effective HIE directly impacts implementation of public health standards and efficacy of health programs in a region.

RHIOs are comprised of multiple stakeholders. They play a vital role in health information exchange (HIE) in a community. Effective HIE directly impacts implementation of public health standards and efficacy of health programs in a region.
Review the following US government Web sites:

  • Health Information Management Systems (HIMSS). (2009). Overview of health information exchange. Retrieved from https://www.healthit.gov/providers-professionals/health-information-exchange/what-hie
  • HealthIT.GOV. (n.d.). NwHIN history & background. Retrieved from http://www.healthit.gov/policy-researchers-implementers/nwhin-history-background

Then, perform the following tasks:
Task 1: Find and state definitions for the following terms:

  • Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • Interoperability of health information systems
  • Data standards in healthcare
  • Health information exchange (HIE)
  • Regional Health Information Organization (RHIO)
  • National Health Information Network (NHIN)

Task 2: Using online library resources, do the following:

  • Examine at least two scholarly references on RHIOs.
  • Cite at least one example of how an RHIO improved the standard of healthcare.

Task 3: Analyze how the development of RHIOs will improve the standard of healthcare in the United States. Support your answer with scholarly references.

  • Incorporate the definitions for the terms listed in task 1.
  • Propose 3–5 data fields, mandatory or variable, that should be included in an HIE database.

Write a 3-page paper in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use at least 4 scholarly references.
Assignment Components
1. Explain why it is important to establish ROI parameters before embarking on new public health projects that involve acquiring new information technologies: 40
2. Analyze how new information technologies and the advent of the NHIN and RHIO can improve outcomes for disease surveillance programs: 40
3. Write in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources (i.e., APA); and display accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation: 20
Total:100

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Accounting Week 7 Homework

Problem 1:

Plastics Inc. is a company that operates in four different divisions. The following information relating to each segment is available for 2016.
  Sales revenue Cost of goods sold Operating expenses   Total expenses Operating profit (loss) Identifiable assets
Bottles  $ 65,000  $  26,000  $8,000  $ 34,000  $31,000  $ 66,000
Containers  $ 95,000  $ 62,000  $ 48,000  $ 110,000  $ (15,000)  $  80,000
Dollhouses  $ 620,000  $ 353,000  $140,000  $ 493,000  $ 127,000  $ 640,000
Silverware  $18,000  $  8,000  $ 6,500  $14,500  $3,500  $36,000
Sales of segments Containers and Dollhouses included intersegment sales of $30,000 and $150,000, respectively.
Required:
Determine which of the segments are reportable based on the following:
Revenue Test  
Operating profit (loss) test
Identifiable assets test

 
Problem 2:

The following information pertains to Walrus Inc.  
Cash $60,000  
Accounts receivable 170,000  
Inventory 100,000  
Plant assets (net) 582,000  
Total assets $912,000  
 
Accounts payable $110,000  
Accrued taxes and expenses payable 42,000  
Long-term debt 120,000  
Common stock ($10 par) 260,000  
Paid-in capital in excess of par 50,000  
Retained earnings 330,000  
Total equities $912,000  
 
Net sales (all on credit) $2,000,000  
Cost of goods sold 1,400,000  
Net income 120,000  
 
Required:
Compute the following:
(ignore Avg for balance sheet accounts)

(a) Current ratio
(b) Inventory turnover
(c) Receivables turnover
(d) Book value per share
(e) Earnings per share
(f) Debt to total assets
(g) Profit margin on sales
(h) Return on common stock equity

 

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Write a paper in which you apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a communicable disease.

Write a paper (2,000-2,500 words) in which you apply the concepts of epidemiology and nursing research to a communicable disease. Refer to “Communicable Disease Chain,” “Chain of Infection,” and the CDC website for assistance completing this assignment.
Communicable Disease Selection
Choose one communicable disease from the following list:

  1. Chickenpox
  2. Tuberculosis
  3. Influenza
  4. Mononucleosis
  5. Hepatitis B
  6. HIV
  7. Ebola
  8. Measles
  9. Polio
  10. Influenza

Epidemiology Paper Requirements
Address the following:

  1. Describe the communicable disease (causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, complications, treatment) and the demographic of interest (mortality, morbidity, incidence, and prevalence). Is this a reportable disease? If so, provide details about reporting time, whom to report to, etc.
  2. Describe the determinants of health and explain how those factors contribute to the development of this disease.
  3. Discuss the epidemiologic triangle as it relates to the communicable disease you have selected. Include the host factors, agent factors (presence or absence), and environmental factors. (The textbook describes each element of the epidemiologic triangle). Are there any special considerations or notifications for the community, schools, or general population?
  4. Explain the role of the community health nurse (case finding, reporting, data collecting, data analysis, and follow-up).
  5. Identify at least one national agency or organization that addresses the communicable disease chosen and describe how the organization(s) contributes to resolving or reducing the impact of disease.
  6. Discuss a global implication of the disease. How is this addressed in other countries or cultures? Is this disease endemic to a particular area? Provide an example.

A minimum of three peer-reviewed or professional references is required.
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.

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Assignment 1: Combating Juvenile Delinquency-Identify at least two (2) juvenile delinquency reduction efforts / programs currently in operation in your community

  1. Assignment 1: Combating Juvenile Delinquency
    Due Week 7 and worth 120 points
    Use the Internet and Strayer databases to research your community’s current efforts to deter or prevent juvenile delinquency through incarceration programs or other sanctions.
    Write a two to three (2-3) page paper in which you:

    1. Identify at least two (2) juvenile delinquency reduction efforts / programs currently in operation in your community.
    2. Determine the main sociological theories that underlie these interventions that shape your community’s public policy for delinquency prevention.
    3. Propose one to two (1–2) ideas that you believe would improve your community’s juvenile delinquency prevention efforts. Justify the response with examples that illustrate your ideas being used successfully in other communities.
    4. Use at least three (3) quality references. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.
    5. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
    • Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
    • Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
    • The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
    • Differentiate between various theoretical explanations for delinquent behavior.
    • Explicate the types of prevention programs that are likely to work with high-risk youngsters.
    • Use technology and information resources to research issues in juvenile delinquency and justice.
    • Write clearly and concisely about juvenile delinquency and justice using proper writing mechanics.
    • Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric found here.
  2. By submitting this paper, you agree: (1) that you are submitting your paper to be used and stored as part of the SafeAssign™ services in accordance with the Blackboard Privacy Policy; (2) that your institution may use your paper in accordance with your institution’s policies; and (3) that your use of SafeAssign will be without recourse against Blackboard Inc. and its affiliates.

only apply if you have access to safeassign. No plag, please follow instructions, APA format, Margins etc.

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Identify one clinical problem you observed in Nursing Case Management, along with the associated change(s) necessary to improve the organization.

Identify one clinical problem you observed in Nursing Case Management, along with the associated change(s) necessary to improve the organization.
Write a 700- to 1,050-word summary that includes the following:

  • Briefly describe the clinical problem and change you would like to see(or have observed)
  • Discuss the evidence-based solution chosen for the identified problem.
    • Describe the evidence on which the change was based.
  • Explain the process used by the organization to change
    • Discuss what you would do differently now.
  • Explain the risk to the organization by not making the change.

Research 3+ professional sources – (peer reviewed) to support your information.
**Note only journals published in the USA are accepted during this course**
Format your paper according to APA guidelines.
Grading Criteria
 
Briefly describes the   clinical problem and associated change(s)
 
Discusses the   evidence-based solution chosen for the identified problem
 
Describes the evidence on   which the change was based
 
Explains the process used by the organization to change
 
Discusses what they   would do differently now
 
Explains the risk to the organization by not making the   change
 
The paper–including   headings, title page, and reference page–is formatted according to APA   guidelines and meets course-level requirements; has a scholarly tone
 
Assignment is 700 to 1,050   words in length
 
Paper is organized and   flows well; including an introduction and conclusion
 
Rules of grammar, usage,   and punctuation are followed; spelling is correct
 
Paper contains the required   number of sources

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Identify at least five appropriate stakeholders that relate specifically to your practicum project (Clinical Pathway: ED Admissions “Intractable Pain” and Social Admissions – Inpatient vs Observation) and site UCLA.

Identify at least five appropriate stakeholders that relate specifically to your practicum project (Clinical Pathway: ED Admissions “Intractable Pain” and Social Admissions – Inpatient vs Observation) and site UCLA.
Develop a table that lists each stakeholder you have chosen,

  • identifies where each resides in the organizational hierarchy, and
  • describes how their roles might influence your practicum project.

Research 3+ professional sources – (peer reviewed) to support your information.  Submit in APA format

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CRJ 180: Juvenile Delinquency And Justice & SCI 115: Introduction To Biology-"Youth Violence", Evolution Assignments

Week 7 Discussion:

“Youth Violence”
Using what you’ve learned this week, respond to the following prompts in your post:

Week 7 Discussion:

“Evolution”
Note: Online students, please respond to one (1) of the following three (3) bulleted items.

  • Using the internet and Strayer databases choose three (3) recent advances in genetics, development, and geology and explain two (2) ways your chosen advances have enriched our understanding of evolution. Next suggest two (2) ways that new sources of evidence for evolution can help to corroborate observations that were made by early evolutionary thinkers.
  • Read the Science article entitled, “Humans have more primitive hands than chimpanzees” found here. Next provide a brief summary of the article and discuss whether or not you think humans have more primitive or advanced hands than chimpanzees. Justify your response.
  • Read the Economist article entitled, “Evidence of past tsunamis may indicate the likelihood of future ones” found here then provide a 100-250 word argument for or against the idea that past events will be a predictor of future tsunamis based on what you have learned about fossil evidence.

There are 2 different discussion questions, Please answer in detail with verifiable ref, no word minimum, no plag. Only prof. with great ratings apply

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For this paper, you will be  running for office.  Choose whether you would like to run for the Texas  House of Representatives OR the Texas State Senate

Activity for Assessment:
Why not you?  Why not now? 
This  first assessment is part one of a three part assessment, with the end  result being you elected to state office.  For this paper, you will be  running for office.  Choose whether you would like to run for the Texas  House of Representatives OR the Texas State Senate.
Preparing to run: SLO #1

  1.  Know your district.  Go to:  http://www.fyi.legis.state.tx.us/Home.aspx, and discover the district number, and who represents you in the Texas house or state senate.
  2. Go to your current representative’s page, and look at the district analyses documents.
    1. What does your district look like (in terms of population, age, education, employment, election results
    2. What issues arise based upon the district’s demographics (this will help you think about your platform)

Your Platform, and Party Politics:

  1. Know yourself.  Take these surveys to identify your political leanings:
    1. http://www.people-press.org/quiz/political-party-quiz/
    2. http://www.people-press.org/quiz/political-typology/
    3. Submit screenshots or jpgs on your works cited page OR on the next page(s)
  2. Given  your results, and your previous district analysis research, what’s your  platform?  Choose at least 3 issue stands to develop.
  3. Compare your issue stands with the official party platforms of your party:
  1. Texas Democratic Party platform:  http://www.txdemocrats.org/our-party/texas-democratic-party-platform/
  2. Texas Republican Party platform: https://www.texasgop.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/PERM-PLATFORM.pdf
  3. Where do your ideas align with the party?
  4. Where do your ideas diverge from the party?
  5. How will you be different from the rest?

This  assignment must follow MLA guidelines, be typed in Times New Roman, 12  pt. font, and be a minimum of 1000 words with a works cited page.  The  works cited are not included in the minimum word count. Any  links/articles given in the assignment prompt MUST be cited in your  works cited.  You may also use other sources, but these are the minimum  required.  Without all of them, your paper is a 0.