ABSTRACT This manual is designed as a quick reference and user guide for providers of HIV Testing... more ABSTRACT This manual is designed as a quick reference and user guide for providers of HIV Testing and Counseling services (HTC). The manual provides theoretical background information on quality management to enlighten the users on the various principles of quality management including concepts of Quality assurance and Quality improvement. Recognition is made that health facilities are the epicenters of HIV and AIDS testing and counseling and the need to improve on the various HTC services provided. Thus, step by step guide on implementintation of opportunity for quality improvement is also provided. The manual also identifies the various standards applicable in HTC settings, Various SOPS, Tools and assessment forms and the various protocols including those for counseling, testing and supervision. The need for proper report writing is highlighted and the role of operational research in improvement of services described. This hand book is also a valuable reference material for trainers and policy makers in capacity building as well in streamlining quality in service provision.
The utilization of routine health information systems (HIS) for surveillance of assisted partner ... more The utilization of routine health information systems (HIS) for surveillance of assisted partner services (aPS) for HIV in sub-Saharan is sub-optimal, in part due to poor data quality and limited use of information technology. Consequently, little is known about coverage, scope and quality of HIV aPS. Yet, affordable electronic data tools, software and data transmission infrastructure are now widely accessible in sub-Saharan Africa. We designed and implemented a cased-based surveillance system using the HIV testing platform in 18 health facilities in Kenya. The components of this system included an electronic HIV Testing and Counseling (HTC) intake form, data transmission on the Global Systems for Mobile Communication (GSM), and data collection using the Open Data Kit (ODK) platform. We defined rates of new HIV diagnoses, and characterized HIV-infected cases. We also determined the proportion of clients who reported testing for HIV because a) they were notified by a sexual partner b) they were notified by a health provider, or c) they were informed of exposure by another other source. Data collection times were evaluated. Among 4351 clients, HIV prevalence was 14.2 %, ranging from 4.4-25.4 % across facilities. Regardless of other reasons for testing, only 107 (2.5 %) of all participants reported testing after being notified by a health provider or sexual partner. A similar proportion, 1.8 % (79 of 4351), reported partner notification as the only reason for seeking an HIV test. Among 79 clients who reported HIV partner services as the reason for testing, the majority (78.5 %), were notified by their sexual partners. The majority (52.8 %) of HIV-infected patients initiated their HIV testing, and 57.2 % tested in a Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) site co-located in a health facility. Median time for data capture was 4 min (IQR: 3-15), with a longer duration for HIV-infected participants, and there was no reported data loss. aPS surveillance using new technologies is feasible, and could be readily expanded into HIV registries in Kenya and other sub-Saharan countries. Partner services are under-utilized in Kenya but further documentation of coverage and implementation gaps for HIV and aPS services is required.
After the completion of the workplace hazard analysis, a common form of injury for the office occ... more After the completion of the workplace hazard analysis, a common form of injury for the office occupation identified is due to the highly repetitive motion of keyboarding for an extended period of time. There are several rehabilitation methods to avoid the worsening of these injuries, and assist in recovering as listed in the health library at Johns Hopkins Medicine 2. Examples of injuries that are associated with keyboarding, are carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendinitis 2. Rehabilitation methods for highly repetitive motion injuries include patient education of ergonomics in the work place, occupational therapy, exercise programs to stretch and strengthen the area, and the use of splints, as well as heat and cold application. Another hazard addressed in the analysis was the presence of mold in the bathrooms used at the office, and the frequent change of temperature 2. OSHA guidelines for the US department of labor advise using personal protective equipment when cleaning up the affected area, and contains several guidelines for remediation such as the use of high-efficiency particulate air vacuums, and the disposal of materials 3. The range of temperature however, can be compensated for by bringing an extra jacket, or apparel to keep within a comfortable working environment. Different strategies being employed in similar workplaces include memos sent out to employees addressing these issues, and interventions with restoration professionals to handle situations like mold remediation as mentioned above. It is important to be mindful of the cultures to which healthcare information must be communicated because it can affect the understanding of disease process, treatment expectations, and decision making as well as attitudes and beliefs perceived about healthcare 1. References 1 Kodjo C. Cultural competence in clinician communication. Pediatrics in review / American Academy of Pediatrics. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2719963/.
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Research two (2) manufacturing or two (2) service companies that manage inventory and complete this assignment. Write a six to eight (6-8) page paper in which you:
Determine the types of inventories these companies currently manage and describe their essential inventory characteristics. Analyze how each of their goods and service design concepts are integrated. Evaluate the role their inventory plays in the company’s performance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Compare and contrast the four (4) different types of layouts found with each company; explain the importance of the layouts to the company’s manufacturing or service operations. Determine at least two (2) metrics to evaluate supply chain performance of the companies; suggest improvements to the design and operations of their supply chains based on those metrics. Suggest ways to improve the inventory management for each of the companies without affecting operations and the customer benefit package. Provide a rationale to support the suggestion. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.
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:
Evaluate the processes used in designing and producing goods and services. Determine four layout patterns and when they should be used. Utilize the concept of supply chain management. Employ the concept of capacity management. Evaluate the management of inventories and resources. Use technology and information resources to research issues in operations management. Write clearly and concisely about operations management using proper writing mechanics.
ABSTRACT This manual is designed as a quick reference and user guide for providers of HIV Testing... more ABSTRACT This manual is designed as a quick reference and user guide for providers of HIV Testing and Counseling services (HTC). The manual provides theoretical background information on quality management to enlighten the users on the various principles of quality management including concepts of Quality assurance and Quality improvement. Recognition is made that health facilities are the epicenters of HIV and AIDS testing and counseling and the need to improve on the various HTC services provided. Thus, step by step guide on implementintation of opportunity for quality improvement is also provided. The manual also identifies the various standards applicable in HTC settings, Various SOPS, Tools and assessment forms and the various protocols including those for counseling, testing and supervision. The need for proper report writing is highlighted and the role of operational research in improvement of services described. This hand book is also a valuable reference material for trainers and policy makers in capacity building as well in streamlining quality in service provision.
The utilization of routine health information systems (HIS) for surveillance of assisted partner ... more The utilization of routine health information systems (HIS) for surveillance of assisted partner services (aPS) for HIV in sub-Saharan is sub-optimal, in part due to poor data quality and limited use of information technology. Consequently, little is known about coverage, scope and quality of HIV aPS. Yet, affordable electronic data tools, software and data transmission infrastructure are now widely accessible in sub-Saharan Africa. We designed and implemented a cased-based surveillance system using the HIV testing platform in 18 health facilities in Kenya. The components of this system included an electronic HIV Testing and Counseling (HTC) intake form, data transmission on the Global Systems for Mobile Communication (GSM), and data collection using the Open Data Kit (ODK) platform. We defined rates of new HIV diagnoses, and characterized HIV-infected cases. We also determined the proportion of clients who reported testing for HIV because a) they were notified by a sexual partner b) they were notified by a health provider, or c) they were informed of exposure by another other source. Data collection times were evaluated. Among 4351 clients, HIV prevalence was 14.2 %, ranging from 4.4-25.4 % across facilities. Regardless of other reasons for testing, only 107 (2.5 %) of all participants reported testing after being notified by a health provider or sexual partner. A similar proportion, 1.8 % (79 of 4351), reported partner notification as the only reason for seeking an HIV test. Among 79 clients who reported HIV partner services as the reason for testing, the majority (78.5 %), were notified by their sexual partners. The majority (52.8 %) of HIV-infected patients initiated their HIV testing, and 57.2 % tested in a Voluntary Counseling and Testing (VCT) site co-located in a health facility. Median time for data capture was 4 min (IQR: 3-15), with a longer duration for HIV-infected participants, and there was no reported data loss. aPS surveillance using new technologies is feasible, and could be readily expanded into HIV registries in Kenya and other sub-Saharan countries. Partner services are under-utilized in Kenya but further documentation of coverage and implementation gaps for HIV and aPS services is required.
After the completion of the workplace hazard analysis, a common form of injury for the office occ... more After the completion of the workplace hazard analysis, a common form of injury for the office occupation identified is due to the highly repetitive motion of keyboarding for an extended period of time. There are several rehabilitation methods to avoid the worsening of these injuries, and assist in recovering as listed in the health library at Johns Hopkins Medicine 2. Examples of injuries that are associated with keyboarding, are carpal tunnel syndrome, and tendinitis 2. Rehabilitation methods for highly repetitive motion injuries include patient education of ergonomics in the work place, occupational therapy, exercise programs to stretch and strengthen the area, and the use of splints, as well as heat and cold application. Another hazard addressed in the analysis was the presence of mold in the bathrooms used at the office, and the frequent change of temperature 2. OSHA guidelines for the US department of labor advise using personal protective equipment when cleaning up the affected area, and contains several guidelines for remediation such as the use of high-efficiency particulate air vacuums, and the disposal of materials 3. The range of temperature however, can be compensated for by bringing an extra jacket, or apparel to keep within a comfortable working environment. Different strategies being employed in similar workplaces include memos sent out to employees addressing these issues, and interventions with restoration professionals to handle situations like mold remediation as mentioned above. It is important to be mindful of the cultures to which healthcare information must be communicated because it can affect the understanding of disease process, treatment expectations, and decision making as well as attitudes and beliefs perceived about healthcare 1. References 1 Kodjo C. Cultural competence in clinician communication. Pediatrics in review / American Academy of Pediatrics. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2719963/.
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Research two (2) manufacturing or two (2) service companies that manage inventory and complete this assignment. Write a six to eight (6-8) page paper in which you:
Determine the types of inventories these companies currently manage and describe their essential inventory characteristics. Analyze how each of their goods and service design concepts are integrated. Evaluate the role their inventory plays in the company’s performance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Compare and contrast the four (4) different types of layouts found with each company; explain the importance of the layouts to the company’s manufacturing or service operations. Determine at least two (2) metrics to evaluate supply chain performance of the companies; suggest improvements to the design and operations of their supply chains based on those metrics. Suggest ways to improve the inventory management for each of the companies without affecting operations and the customer benefit package. Provide a rationale to support the suggestion. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.
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:
Evaluate the processes used in designing and producing goods and services. Determine four layout patterns and when they should be used. Utilize the concept of supply chain management. Employ the concept of capacity management. Evaluate the management of inventories and resources. Use technology and information resources to research issues in operations management. Write clearly and concisely about operations management using proper writing mechanics.
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Research two (2) manufacturing or two (2) service companies that manage inventory and complete this assignment.
Write a six to eight (6-8) page paper in which you:
Determine the types of inventories these companies currently manage and describe their essential inventory characteristics.
Analyze how each of their goods and service design concepts are integrated.
Evaluate the role their inventory plays in the company’s performance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Compare and contrast the four (4) different types of layouts found with each company; explain the importance of the layouts to the company’s manufacturing or service operations.
Determine at least two (2) metrics to evaluate supply chain performance of the companies; suggest improvements to the design and operations of their supply chains based on those metrics.
Suggest ways to improve the inventory management for each of the companies without affecting operations and the customer benefit package. Provide a rationale to support the suggestion.
Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.
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:
Evaluate the processes used in designing and producing goods and services.
Determine four layout patterns and when they should be used.
Utilize the concept of supply chain management.
Employ the concept of capacity management.
Evaluate the management of inventories and resources.
Use technology and information resources to research issues in operations management.
Write clearly and concisely about operations management using proper writing mechanics.
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Research two (2) manufacturing or two (2) service companies that manage inventory and complete this assignment.
Write a six to eight (6-8) page paper in which you:
Determine the types of inventories these companies currently manage and describe their essential inventory characteristics.
Analyze how each of their goods and service design concepts are integrated.
Evaluate the role their inventory plays in the company’s performance, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Compare and contrast the four (4) different types of layouts found with each company; explain the importance of the layouts to the company’s manufacturing or service operations.
Determine at least two (2) metrics to evaluate supply chain performance of the companies; suggest improvements to the design and operations of their supply chains based on those metrics.
Suggest ways to improve the inventory management for each of the companies without affecting operations and the customer benefit package. Provide a rationale to support the suggestion.
Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.
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:
Evaluate the processes used in designing and producing goods and services.
Determine four layout patterns and when they should be used.
Utilize the concept of supply chain management.
Employ the concept of capacity management.
Evaluate the management of inventories and resources.
Use technology and information resources to research issues in operations management.
Write clearly and concisely about operations management using proper writing mechanics.