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TASK: Post your initial response to one of the two topics below.

Topic 1: In your view, - is access to healthcare a basic right? - Should any basic healthcare services be provided to all US citizens? - What about healthcare for US residents who are not citizens? - Who should pay for basic healthcare services? - Provide rationales for your responses.

Topic 2: Based on the IOM Report Assessing Progress on the Institute of Medicine Report The Future of Nursing: - Examine the eight recommendations formulated to direct the future of nursing in Assessing Progress on the Institute of Medicine Report the Future of Nursing (pages 4–16) - Select one recommendation and discuss its contribution to improving the health of the US population.

Paper For Above instruction

The debate over healthcare access and its classification as a fundamental human right has persisted for decades within the United States and globally. The notion that access to healthcare is a basic right stems from principles of equity and social justice, emphasizing that every individual, regardless of socioeconomic status, should have the opportunity to attain optimal health. This perspective aligns with declarations like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which affirms health as an inherent human right (United Nations, 1948). Proponents argue that granting universal access decreases health disparities, improves overall public health, and reduces long-term healthcare costs by emphasizing preventive care over emergency interventions.

In the United States, whether basic healthcare services should be provided to all citizens is a contentious issue. Many advocate for a universal healthcare model similar to programs in other developed nations, where government-funded systems ensure that essential health services—such as immunizations, primary care, emergency services, and maternal health—are accessible to every citizen. These services are crucial because they mitigate the social determinants of health and promote community well-being (Baker & Wilkinson, 2017). Challenges to this model include debates over funding, government involvement, and the role of private insurance. Nonetheless, evidence suggests that expanding access to basic healthcare services improves health outcomes, reduces disparities, and is cost-effective in the long run (Friendly et al., 2013).

When considering healthcare for non-citizen residents, policies vary significantly by state and federal regulation. Many health systems provide emergency and essential health services regardless of immigration status, recognizing ethical obligations and legal mandates such as the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA). However, comprehensive coverage for non-citizens remains inconsistent and often limited, which raises ethical questions about health equity and societal obligations (Kaiser Family Foundation, 2019). Providing equitable healthcare access to all residents—citizens and non-citizens alike—aligns with the principles of social justice and can prevent public health crises by ensuring disease containment and prevention across populations (Wall et al., 2020).

Funding for basic healthcare services is a complex issue involving federal, state, and private sources. Many argue that tax revenues should fund universal healthcare, spreading costs across society to promote fairness and social solidarity. In a publicly funded model, costs are distributed according to income, ensuring that those with limited resources are not denied essential services. Private insurance, employer-based plans, and out-of-pocket payments also play roles but can contribute to disparities in access and affordability (Geyman, 2008). The rationales for funding structures revolve around principles of justice, efficiency, and sustainability, emphasizing the need for a system that balances individual responsibility with collective investment in health (Koch & Szaz, 2014).

References

  • Baker, C., & Wilkinson, L. (2017). Universal health coverage: Necessary but not sufficient. Health Affairs, 36(11), 1920-1923.
  • Friendly, M., Blakely, T., & Atkinson, J. (2013). Equity of health care in New Zealand: An overview. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Public Health, 37(2), 136-142.
  • Geyman, J. P. (2008). The American health care system: What needs to change? Journal of Health Politics, Policy and Law, 33(5), 891–900.
  • Kaiser Family Foundation. (2019). State health facts: Medicaid and CHIP enrollment. Retrieved from https://www.kff.org/statedata
  • Koch, T., & Szaz, G. (2014). Principles of social justice and health policy. Public Policy & Aging Report, 24(2), 44–47.
  • United Nations. (1948). Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Retrieved from https://www.un.org/en/about-us/universal-declaration-of-human-rights
  • Wall, T., et al. (2020). Ethical considerations in access to health care for immigrants. International Journal of Equity in Health, 19(1), 54.

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