1. What types of differences in health care and maintenance have you noticed between men and women in the clinical setting? How do women’s approaches and behaviors seem to differ from men’s, if at all? When female family members are present, how does their involvement or behavior seem to differ from male family members’ involvement, if at all?
2. Mention and discuss the pros and cons of various contraceptives methods.   For example artificial reproductive technology, parental consent for abortion, adolescent reproductive rights, public funding for female cancer screening, reporting of partner abuse, female circumcision (in countries where it is the cultural norm), etc.
3. Why do you think that women tend to go their providers more than men do? Why might women be more comfortable with doctors and healthcare? Is this something you notice in your own family and friends?
4.  A minimum of 3 evidenced-based references must be used and 2 replies to any of your peers sustained with the appropriate references must be posted.   References must be no older than 5 years.  A minimum of 700 words is required.  

Allied health professionals are health care practitioners with formal education and clinical training who are credentialed through certification, registration, and/or licensure. They collaborate with physicians and other members of the health care team to deliver high-quality patient care services for the identification, prevention, and treatment of diseases, disabilities, and disorders. Allied health professionals are experts in a multitude of therapeutic, diagnostic, and preventive health interventions and function in several diverse settings including disease prevention and control, dietary and nutritional services, mental and physical health promotion, rehabilitation, and health systems management. Take a position on the idea that a non-M.D. (e.g., P.A., N.P.) can provide the same level of care as that of a doctor; or is it more of a case of getting what you pay for? In preparing your response, ensure that you properly in-text cite all sources used in the support of your stated position(s) and in your example(s). 

Read chapter 31 of the class textbook and review the attached PowerPoint presentation.  Once done answer the following questions; 

1.What types of differences in health care and maintenance have you noticed between men and women in the clinical setting? How do women’s approaches and behaviors seem to differ from men’s, if at all? When female family members are present, how does their involvement or behavior seem to differ from male family members’ involvement, if at all? 

2.Mention and discuss the pros and cons of various contraceptives methods.   For example artificial reproductive technology, parental consent for abortion, adolescent reproductive rights, public funding for female cancer screening, reporting of partner abuse, female circumcision (in countries where it is the cultural norm), etc. 

3.Why do you think that women tend to go their providers more than men do? Why might women be more comfortable with doctors and healthcare? Is this something you notice in your own family and friends?  

As stated in the syllabus the assignment must be presented in an APA format word document, Arial 12 font attached to the forum on the discussion board.  A minimum of 3 evidenced-based references must be used and 2 replies to any of your peers sustained with the appropriate references must be posted.  Only the assignment must be attached in a word document in the forum, replies do not.  References must be no older than 5 years.  A minimum of 700 words is required.  Please follow the instructions on how to present the first page and the name of the assignment when you post should be Week 10 discussion questions, not my name or blackboard posting.

Research the different nursing care facilities in your community. Discuss the pros and cons of the facility in terms of what they offer. Provide a brief report with the following questions:

• What is the basic rate for room, board, and services (it’s a good idea to get this information in writing)?
• What services are covered by this rate?
• Are there other services available and how much do they cost?
• What are the payment policies?
• What is the refund policy if someone leaves before the end of a month?
• What is the policy for rate increases?
• How long has the current administration been in place?
• Is there enough staff available to meet my needs?
• Is there frequent staff turnover?
• Is some level of nursing care provided (RN, LPN, Nursing
• Assistant)? How often is it available?
• Who will help me with medications if I need it (e.g. reminding me to take them, opening the bottle)?
• Can someone administer medications to me if I can’t take them myself (e.g. applying medication to my skin, putting a pill in my mouth)?
• Can someone help me if I need special care (e.g. caring for a wound)?
• What happens if I have an emergency? Can I get help right away?
• Are staffs suitably dressed, personable, and outgoing?
• Do the staff members treat residents with respect and dignity?
• Do staff members treat each other in a professional manner?
• What language does most of the staff speak?
• What type of help with personal care is available (e.g. bathing, dressing)?
• How flexible is the schedule for receiving help with personal care?
• What, if any, transportation services are available? (e.g. medical appointments, shopping, religious services).
• Will staff arrange for activities (e.g. hair appointment, concert)?
• How does the home support and accommodate personal hobbies?
• Are there regularly planned activities that I will enjoy?
• Will I be able to attend religious services of my choice?
• Can I bring my pet with me when I move?
• When can I have visitors?
• Are there shops, a library, a park, or other amenities within walking distance?
• Is the home close to activities I enjoy?
• Is the home on a bus line?
• Is there an outside area to sit, walk, or garden?
• Are there shops, a library, a park, or other amenities within walking distance?
• Is the home close to activities I enjoy?
• Is the home on a bus line?
• Is there an outside area to sit, walk, or garden?
• Is the floor plan easy to follow?
• Are doorways, hallways, and rooms accommodating to wheelchairs and walkers?
• Are there hand rails to help with walking and in the bathroom?
• Are cupboards and shelves easy to reach?
• Are there nonskid floors and firm carpets to assist walking?
• Does the home have good natural and artificial lighting?
• Is the home clean, free of odors, and well heated and cooled?
• Does the home meet my standards of cleanliness?
• Is the home free from obvious environmental hazards?
• Are the home’s rooms clean, safe, and adequate for my needs?
• Will I have free use of common areas, such as the kitchen, activity rooms, toilet facilities, dining room, or grounds?
• Can I smoke in my room or in common areas?
• What furniture is provided?
• Can I bring along some of my furniture or other personal items?
• Can I adjust the temperature of my room?
• Is there a sit-down shower?
• Can I have my own personal phone line or internet connection?
• Are emergency procedures clearly posted?
• Am I able to lock my room and/or are there locked areas in each room for personal valuables?
• Is the food pleasing, nutritious, adequate, and attractively served?
• What if I don’t like what is being served?
• Can I cook in my room?
• Are snacks available?
• Are there specific meal times or are they flexible?
• Is there a refrigerator available to store my personal food?
• Will the home meet my dietary or cultural food preferences?
• Can I request special foods?
• Do other residents socialize with each other and appear happy and comfortable?
• Do residents speak favorably of the facility?
• Do the residents look like people I want to live with?
• How are room changes and roommate concerns addressed?
• Is there a resident group that meets?
• Do any of the other residents have a history of violent or other problem behaviors? How are these situations handled by staff?