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HCM 320 Module Two Journal Guidelines and Rubric
Overview
In this journal, you will have the opportunity to consider the healthcare economics of two adjacent counties in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
Read Case 2.1 in Chapter 2 of your textbook.
In your journal assignment, answer the following case study questions:
What are the main inputs to health mentioned in this case? Are there important inputs to health that the case does not mention?
What health behaviors should get priority?
Does income play a role in improving health?
How important is health insurance in improving health?
Wyandotte County has relatively few primary care physicians. Should the number of primary care physician be a priority?
What role, if any, should the federal government play in improving health?
How do you think your answers would differ if you were a resident of Wyandotte County?
Support your responses with examples from the case or references to your textbook.
Use the journal as an opportunity to familiarize yourself with the final project requirements and case study. Journal activities in this course are private between you and your instructor. Only the instructor can view and comment on your assignments.
What to Submit
Your journal assignment should be 2 to 4 paragraphs in length. Submit assignment as a Word document with double spacing, 12- point Times New Roman font, and one-inch margins.