Essays about: "Hospital Costs"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 43 essays containing the words Hospital Costs.

  1. 16. Development and evaluation of a cost-effectiveness analysis model for sepsis diagnosis

    University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

    Author : Zainab Alborgeba; [2020]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction that is caused by a dysregulated host response to infection. Sepsis is a substantial health care and economic burden worldwide and is one of the most common reasons for admission to the hospital and intensive care unit. READ MORE

  3. 17. Designing a sustainable and cost-efficient energy system : a feasibility study at Rusape General Hospital in Zimbabwe

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Energy and Technology

    Author : Frida Andersson; Emma Ulfsparre; [2019]
    Keywords : solar power; energy storage; potential; renewable;

    Abstract : Zimbabwe suffers from power outages due to reduced electricity generation from the two main energy sources coal- and hydropower. Even though the electricity supply to the hospital are highly prioritized during these blackouts, the electricity is not enough to power them all. READ MORE

  4. 18. Barriers affecting women’s decision to seek care during pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal period in rural Kenya

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för folkhälso- och vårdvetenskap

    Author : Carolina Mikaelsdotter; [2019]
    Keywords : Barriers; Water; sanitation hygiene WASH ; Health seeking behaviour; Antenatal care; Postnatal care.;

    Abstract : Background: Antenatal care (ANC), facility delivery and postnatal care (PNC), are proven to reduce maternal and child mortality and morbidity in high burden settings. However, few rural pregnant women use these services sufficiently and it is essential to identify the barriers. READ MORE

  5. 19. Registered nurses’ experiences of preventing pressure ulcers at a person receiving care at a hospital in Peru : a qualitative study

    University essay from Sophiahemmet Högskola

    Author : Ellinor Karpegård; Jennifer Svalstedt; [2019]
    Keywords : Nurse’s experience; Person-centred care; Peru; Pressure ulcer; Responsibility;

    Abstract : Background Globally pressures ulcers are commonly seen as hospital acquired injuries with negative consequences for the persons such as pain, suffering and also incurring high costs for society. Preventing the occurrence of pressure ulcers is an important part of nursing care and a professional responsibility for registered nurses. READ MORE

  6. 20. Out-of-pocket Health Expenditure in Nepal

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Sociologi

    Author : Matthew Moroni; [2019]
    Keywords : Nepal; healthcare; catastrophic health expenditure; out of pocket expenditure; social capital; identity; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Medical care in Nepal is largely financed by the individual, and although insurance programs and subsidies exist, they are limited in coverage, amount of assistance provided, and level of enrollment. Medical needs that extend beyond basic health services, specifically following acute injury can lead to financial difficulties that may jeopardize the ability to maintain basic needs and can push people into cycles of poverty. READ MORE