Subject: General Questions / General General Questions
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Forces Affecting Healthcare (graded)
United States healthcare delivery is affected by multiple forces, including legislation (particularly, healthcare-related laws), technology, medical and biological advances, and professional associations. In this topic, we will discuss some of these forces and their impact on healthcare delivery. In starting this topic, select one healthcare law presented in your resources; discuss when it came into effect and what it is about; and its impact in healthcare then and today.
In your response, demonstrate understanding of Sayles' Chapter 11, pages 651-660. Use the Flash Timeline tool available in the lecture, and any other resources as needed.
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Hospital Structure and Operation (graded)
Hospitals are one of the major healthcare delivery settings. In this topic, explain the definition of a hospital; discuss various types of hospitals based on size, services provided, or ownership; and discuss the evolution of hospitals in the U.S. over the years. In your response, refer to Sayles Chapter 11, pages 671-673.

