Global Healthcare Comparison Matrix and Narrative Statement – COVID-19

Global Healthcare Comparison Matrix and Narrative Statement – COVID-19

Global Healthcare Issue	COVID-19
Description	COVID-19 is a highly contagious respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, which was first identified in Wuhan, China, in late 2019, and it rapidly spread worldwide, leading to a pandemic.
Country	United States	China
Describe the policy in each country related to the identified healthcare issue	In response to COVID-19, the United States has established a healthcare policy that includes a combination of federal and state-level measures, such as vaccination programs, testing, and mask laws, with minor variances per state.	To restrict the spread of COVID-19, China has enacted policies like the zero-COVID policy that consists of rules like massive lockdowns, mass testing, contact tracing, and quarantine procedures, frequently at the city or regional level (Chen & Oakes, 2023).
What are the strengths of this policy?	The COVID-19 policy’s assets include its adaptability to changing regional demands, a significant emphasis on immunization campaigns, and the use of advanced medical technologies and research skills.	Its strengths lay in its capacity to quickly deploy stringent measures at the local level, successfully enforce compliance, and leverage centralized control and resources to ensure outbreak containment and rapid reaction.
What are the weaknesses of this policy?	Disparities in vaccination rates and public compliance, as well as occasional political and popular opposition to public health policies, are all factors.	Concerns have been raised concerning human rights breaches as a result of rigorous enforcement, probable underreporting of cases, and a lack of transparency in sharing data and information about outbreaks.
Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the specified global health issue. (Be specific and provide examples)	Social determinants of health have a substantial impact on the global health issue of COVID-19 in the United States. Disparities in infection rates and outcomes have been caused by socioeconomic factors such as income and access to healthcare. Individuals with fewer resources and restricted access to adequate healthcare facilities, for example, may face delays in testing and treatment, leading to poorer outcomes.	Social determinants of health also have an important role in shaping the impact of COVID-19 in China. Factors such as urban-rural gaps can result in disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. Individuals in less-developed rural areas, for example, may have difficulty receiving testing and treatment, but those in densely populated metropolitan areas may be at a higher risk of infection due to congested living conditions, impacting the virus’s transmission. Furthermore, income gaps and education levels can influence people’s capacity to follow stringent containment measures, exacerbating the virus’s impact.
How has each country’s government addressed cost, quality, and access to the selected global health issue?	The government of the United States has addressed the cost, quality, and access to COVID-19 prevention and treatment services by providing free testing and vaccination to ensure access, implementing various stimulus packages to address financial hardships, and collaborating with pharmaceutical companies to ensure a timely vaccine supply.	In China, the government has taken a centralized approach to COVID-19 management, ensuring that its population has access to testing, treatment, and vaccine (Wang et al., 2022). Because of the government’s tight supervision, strong containment measures have been implemented, providing high-quality care and access.
How has the identified health policy impacted the health of the global population? (Be specific and provide examples)	The United States’ vaccination efforts, research contributions, and global aid have positively impacted the global population by helping to develop vaccines, sharing scientific knowledge, and providing financial aid to low and middle-income countries to procure vaccines.	In China, the strict containment measures have also affected the global population by helping to reduce the global spread of the virus, as early actions taken in China played a crucial role in containing the initial outbreak.
Describe the potential impact of the identified health policy on the role of nurse in each country.	COVID-19 health policy has increased the demand for nurses and highlighted their vital role in vaccination campaigns, testing, and patient care, underlining the need for flexibility and adaptability in the profession (Schumacher et al., 2023).	The policy has reinforced the importance of nurses in implementing strict containment measures, contact tracing, and managing quarantine facilities, emphasizing their role in enforcing public health interventions.
Explain how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries. (Be specific and provide examples)	Global health issues, such as COVID-19, have had an impact on local healthcare organizations and policies in the United States, requiring hospitals to quickly adapt to surges in cases, implement telehealth services, and change visitation policies, as well as causing changes in health insurance policies to cover COVID-19-related expenses.	Global health difficulties in China have resulted in the development of specialist infectious disease facilities, such as the Huoshenshan and Leishenshan hospitals in Wuhan, established to respond to the original COVID-19 outbreak, as well as the implementation of centralized containment strategies.
General Notes/Comments	In the United States, the response to COVID-19 has emphasized the importance of coordination between federal, state, and local levels of government, the resilience of the healthcare system in adapting to sudden surges in cases, and the challenges associated with disparities in healthcare access and vaccination rates.	China’s response to COVID-19 demonstrated the efficacy of stringent containment measures, centralized management, and swift public health initiatives, but it also highlighted questions about transparency, human rights, and probable case underreporting (Cerutti, 2023).

Part 2: A Plan for Social Change

Reflect on the global health policy comparison and analysis you conducted in Part 1 of the Assignment and the impact that global health issues may have on the world, the U.S., your community, as well as your practice as a nurse leader.

In a 1-page response, create a plan for social change that incorporates a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.

Explain how you would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.

Incorporating a global perspective into my local practice and role as a nurse leader is essential for addressing the complexities of global health issues. To advocate for this inclusion, I would begin by encouraging cultural competence and sensitivity among my community’s healthcare providers. This involves training on the effects of cultural beliefs, language difficulties, and social determinants of health on patient treatment, which is especially important when working with different communities. Furthermore, I would advocate for continued professional growth and training that creates a global attitude, preparing healthcare professionals to successfully adapt to and respond to international health crises such as COVID-19. We may better address the particular needs and inequities in our local community and contribute to greater global health efforts by highlighting the importance of recognizing the global context in healthcare.

Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact your local practice and role as a nurse leader.

Bringing a global perspective to my local practice and job as a nurse leader would have a significant impact on my approach to healthcare delivery and leadership. It would improve my ability to comprehend and solve my community’s unique needs while taking into account the influence of cultural beliefs, socioeconomic determinants of health, and global health challenges. With this broader perspective, I would be able to advocate for policies and practices that promote fairness and inclusivity, making healthcare services more accessible and responsive to the unique issues that different population groups confront. It would also assist me in remaining prepared to respond effectively to global health crises by encouraging collaboration and adaptability among my healthcare team members. Ultimately, the incorporation of a global lens would strengthen the quality of care, the resilience of my local healthcare organization, and my effectiveness as a nurse leader.

Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice as a nurse leader represents and contributes to social change. Be specific and provide examples.

By building a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system, incorporating a global perspective into my local practice as a nurse leader is a huge step toward social change. Global perspective aids in identifying and addressing community inequities, such as healthcare access and outcomes driven by cultural differences, language obstacles, and socioeconomic issues (Ahmad et al., 2023). For example, we may reduce health disparities among minority communities by ensuring that healthcare providers are culturally competent and responsive to the needs of varied populations. Furthermore, by preparing healthcare professionals to respond effectively to global health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, this global lens contributes to social change by enabling rapid and coordinated efforts to mitigate the impact and prevent further spread, which ultimately benefits society as a whole.

References

Ahmad, A., Tariq, A., Hussain, H. K., & Gill, A. Y. (2023). Equity and Artificial Intelligence in Surgical Care: A Comprehensive Review of Current Challenges and Promising Solutions. BULLET : Jurnal Multidisiplin Ilmu, 2(2), 443–455. https://journal.mediapublikasi.id/index.php/bullet/article/view/2723

Cerutti, F. (2023). Health Problems, World Institutions, and China’s Approach to Pandemic Outbreaks. 111–133. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-27358-2_7

Chen, X., & Oakes, T. (2023). Time-Space Companions: Digital Surveillance, Social Management, and Abuse of Power during the Covid-19 Pandemic in China. 1–24. https://doi.org/10.1080/14672715.2023.2191248

Schumacher, S., Salmanton-García, J., Liekweg, A., Rolfes, M., Seidel, D., Mellinghoff, S. C., & Cornely, O. A. (2023). Increasing influenza vaccination coverage in healthcare workers: analysis of an intensified on-site vaccination campaign during the COVID-19 pandemic. Infection. https://doi.org/10.1007/s15010-023-02007-w

Wang, Q., Qu, Z., Tu, S., Chen, X., & Hou, Z. (2022). The whole-of-society approach of mass COVID-19 vaccination in China: a qualitative study. Health Research Policy and Systems, 20(1). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12961-022-00947-7

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If you talk about a possible poor health outcome, do you believe that outcome will occur? Do you believe eye contact and personal contact should be avoided?

You would have a difficult time practicing as a nurse if you believed these to be true. But they are very real beliefs in some cultures.

Differences in cultural beliefs, subcultures, religion, ethnic customs, dietary customs, language, and a host of other factors contribute to the complex environment that surrounds global healthcare issues. Failure to understand and account for these differences can create a gulf between practitioners and the public they serve.

In this Assignment, you will examine a global health issue and consider the approach to this issue by the United States and by one other country.

To Prepare:

• Review the World Health Organization’s (WHO) global health agenda and select one global health issue to focus on for this Assignment.
• Select at least one additional country to compare to the U.S. for this Assignment.
• Reflect on how the global health issue you selected is approached in the U.S. and in the additional country you selected.
• Review and download the Global Health Comparison Matrix provided in the Resources.

The Assignment: (1- to 2-page Global Health Comparison Matrix; 1-page Plan for Social Change)

Part 1: Global Health Comparison Matrix

Focusing on the country you selected and the U.S., complete the Global Health Comparison Matrix. Be sure to address the following:

• Consider the U.S. national/federal health policies that have been adapted for the global health issue you selected from the WHO global health agenda. Compare these policies to the additional country you selected for study.
• Explain the strengths and weaknesses of each policy.
• Explain how the social determinants of health may impact the global health issue you selected. Be specific and provide examples.
• Using the WHO’s Organization’s global health agenda as well as the results of your own research, analyze how each country’s government addresses cost, quality, and access to the global health issue selected.
• Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the health of the global population. Be specific and provide examples.
• Explain how the health policy you selected might impact the role of the nurse in each country.
• Explain how global health issues impact local healthcare organizations and policies in both countries. Be specific and provide examples.

Part 2: A Plan for Social Change

Reflect on the global health policy comparison and analysis you conducted in Part 1 of the Assignment and the impact that global health issues may have on the world, the U.S., your community, as well as your practice as a nurse leader.

In a 1-page response, create a plan for social change that incorporates a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.

• Explain how you would advocate for the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
• Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens might impact your local practice and role as a nurse leader.
• Explain how the incorporation of a global perspective or lens into your local practice as a nurse leader represents and contributes to social change. Be specific and provide examples