The focus of this assignment is to gain a better understanding of the variety of factors that impact how healthcare in the US is financed and what role research plays in policy decision making.
You must cite at least one (1) reference for each question and provide a reference list at the end of the post. A minimum from the reading assignment includes the textbook and a peer-reviewed journal article within the last 7 years. Citing references to reading assignments and other professional resources validate your understanding of the discussions is required: this citing must be according to APA format, 7th edition.
Read chapters 8-11 from Mason, D. J., Dickson, E.L., Perez, G.A., & McLemore, M.R. (2021). Policy & politics in nursing and health care (8th ed.). Elsevier.
1. In what way do you see Prescriiption Drug Monitoring Programs (PDMP) impeding healthcare?
2. What ways can advance practice nurses present research to policy makers for the formation of health policies?