The impact of telehealth policy on Doctor of Nursing Practice

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[...] Telehealth in care delivery has offered opportunities and challenges for Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) professionals. This paper will examine Telehealth's positive and negative impacts on DNP practice, considering its sociopolitical, ethical, safety, financial, and sociopolitical implications. I. Overview of the selected health policy issue Telehealth services expanded dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic due to flexibilities and temerity waivers tied to the public health emergency (Holtz, 2022). The use of Telehealth in health care has both positive and negative impacts. [...]

[...] Also, patients may need to be aware of technology and Telehealth, such as physically visiting a health provider. Healthcare systems should take the necessary steps to advocate for telehealth guidelines and standards that enhance safe and effective care delivery. Also, healthcare systems should train and educate DNPs on telehealth guidelines that support safe care and mitigate risks associated with remote practice, such as health information breaches. Conclusion In conclusion, Telehealth alleviates healthcare access gaps and has promoted health outcomes. The accessibility benefit of Telehealth has promoted positive health outcomes in underserved communities. [...]

[...] Also, changing digital literacy, analytics, and technology among the DNPs will help them reach the underserved communities that require it most, such as low-income Americans, low-income earners, people of color, and people with disabilities. Moreover, culturally competent telepath programs that meet the needs of diverse patient populations can be implemented. For instance, using words and images during online communications can help patients with low literacy. Also, assistive devices can help patients with special needs. Also, DNPs can allow extra time with patients during virtual appointments, especially those who require support to get online. [...]

[...] Also, patient therapies enhance the management of chronic mental health conditions such as stress and depression, among others. For instance, virtual follow-up visits to assess a patient's health status after initiation of a new diet, lifestyle modifications, and medications can enhance the effective management of chronic health conditions such as diabetes. Healthcare systems should advocate for evidence-based protocols when using Telehealth to manage chronic health conditions. Programs such as the CDMP (Chronic et al.) within DNP should be implemented to help facilitate self-management tips and healthy behaviors and improve self-efficacy among chronic-ill patients (Winter et al. [...]

[...] Additionally, healthcare organizations can cooperate with policymakers to remove barriers in telehealth licensing, promote interstate practices, and enhance payment parity, hence promoting free telehealth services among various states. Additionally, the utilization of telehealth services in healthcare has improved the management of chronic diseases. It has promoted regular monitoring of chronic conditions such as diabetes, leading to positive patient health outcomes and reducing the burden on healthcare systems. For instance, Telehealth became a vital tool in telehealth patient care during the pandemic (COVID-19) (Mason et al., 2020). [...]