6011 A1 - Evidence-Based Patient-Centered Needs Assessment

This study source was downloaded by 100000867488176 from CourseHero.com on 08-08-2023 14:53:52 GMT -05:00https://www.coursehero.com/file/205435340/6011-A1-Evidence-Based-Patient-Centered-Needs-Assessmentdocx/ Running Head: EVIDENCE-BASED PATIENT-CENTERED NEEDS ASSESSMENT1Evidence-Based Patient-Centered Needs AssessmentTiffany HeardCapella University Evidence-Based Patient-Centered Needs AssessmentApril, 2023This study source was downloaded by 100000867488176 from CourseHero.com on 08-08-2023 14:53:52 GMT -05:00https://www.coursehero.com/file/205435340/6011-A1-Evidence-Based-Patient-Centered-Needs-Assessmentdocx/Running Head: EVIDENCE-BASED PATIENT-CENTERED NEEDS ASSESSMENT2The Importance of Addressing Patient Engagement in the Management of Preventive CarePreventive care is a serious health need for many patients, especially those with cancer because it aims to detect and prevent diseases before progress to a more serious stage. This includes routine check-ups, cancer screenings, vaccinations, and lifestyle changes. Preventive care is essential for promoting overall health and well-being, allowing for early detection and treatment of diseases, and reducing the cost burden of healthcare. However, many patients may face barriers to preventive care, such as a lack of insurance coverage or limited access to healthcare providers. This can result in patients delaying or foregoing preventive care altogether, which can lead to more serious health problems down the line.Addressing patient engagement in managing preventive care is crucial for ensuring patients receive the necessary care to prevent and manage health conditions. Patient engagement refers to the involvement of patients in their healthcare decisions, such