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National Healthcare Challenge
The global healthcare workforce shortage persists after the pandemic, with inadequate skilled
personnel in critical areas and times to deliver appropriate services. Alarming trends show a
worsening scenario, resulting in constrained healthcare services and compromised quality,
creating an imbalance between demand and availability (Džakula et al., 2022).
Healthcare Stressors on the Work Setting
The shortage significantly impacts patient safety and care quality in the work setting. Ongoing
research highlights concerns such as delayed care affecting patient outcomes. Coordination
becomes challenging, particularly for patients with advanced diagnoses. These shortages
correlate with errors, increased morbidity, and mortality rates (Slonim, 2023).
Social Determinants Influencing the Health Concern
Social determinants significantly influence healthcare worker shortages. While workforce
distribution is crucial, more is needed to ensure equitable access. Healthcare workers must cater
to high-need groups like Medicaid beneficiaries, the uninsured, and marginalized populations
(e.g., LGBTQ+ individuals, those with disabilities, experiencing homelessness). Disparities in
provider acceptance rates for Medicaid patients impact access, determining if and to what extent
low-income populations receive essential healthcare services (Pittman et al., 2021).
Addressing the Healthcare Issue/Stressor
Heightened use of information technology involves electronic health records, practice networks,
telehealth, affordable mobile devices, and expansive data applications. These tools enable remote
healthcare delivery, strengthen collaboration between physicians and patients, improve
communication among healthcare and social service providers, and facilitate prolonged home
support for individuals (Amalberti et al., 2018).
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