Health Care Today in the United States
- 11h 5m
- Jahangir Moini, Katia Ferdowsi, Morvarid Moini, Oyindamola Akinso
- Elsevier Science and Technology Books, Inc.
- 2022
Health Care Today in the United States details the complexities of health care in the United States and provides readers with up-to-date information on the state of health care, its challenges, and how to navigate the system. Sections cover patient populations, diverse cultures, legalities, the opioid epidemic, the impact of COVID-19, health care costs, insurance and the impact of technology on health care. Written for students seeking a health science degree, as well as health care professionals, nurses, medical students, and those in the field of public health, this book provides a comprehensive view of health care in the U.S.
- Addresses current advances in health care in the United States
- Covers all aspects of health care, from treatment to prevention, insurance coverage, telemedicine, and much more
- Assists the reader in navigating the complexities of everyday health care issues
About the Author
Dr. Moini was assistant professor at Tehran University for 9 years, teaching medical students and nurses. He was a professor at Everest University in Melbourne, Florida for 24 years. Formerly, he was the director of Everest's health and science programs for 15 years. He established several health and science programs at Everest while he was Director. For 6 years, Dr. Moini was a Professor of Science and Health at Eastern Florida State College, but has now retired from the college.
In this Book
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The Complexity of Health Care
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Measuring Health and Disease
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Culture and Behaviors Affecting Health
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Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care
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Manpower in the Health-Care Profession
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Children’s Health
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Women’s Health
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Elderly Health
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Obesity and Health
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration Standards
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Infectious Diseases
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Chronic Diseases and Risks
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Natural Disasters and Complex Emergencies
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Illegal Immigrant Issues
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The Opioid Epidemic
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Suicides and Homicides
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The Homelessness Crisis
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Health Insurance, Financing, and Payment
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
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Customer Service
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The Communication Process
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The Role of Computers in Health Care
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Medical Record-Keeping
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The Future of Health Care and Technology
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Glossary
