Identify regulatory agencies that regulate health and the health care system within the US, create a table listing your 5 regulatory agencies and address the following:
- Describe the agency, level of regulatory authority (local, state, federal), scope of regulatory authority, and role within the US healthcare system.
- Address relevance of the organization or the organization’s authority to the APRN/DNP graduate.
- Describe relevance to specialty area, area of practice, or setting of practice. For an example, mental health.
Submission Requirements:
- In the table, write the 3 criteria above and respond to them.
- The table is to be clear and concise and students will lose points for improper grammar, punctuation and misspelling.
- The table is to be complete and thorough. It should include all items indicated in the assignment.
- Incorporate at least 3 current (published within last five years) scholarly journal articles or primary legal sources (statutes, court opinions) within your work.
- Complete and submit the chart by 23:59 Sunday.

Grading Rubric
Your assignment will be graded according to the grading rubric.
Rubric
Essay/Paper Rubric
Essay/Paper Rubric
| Criteria |
Ratings |
Pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentification of Main Issues/Problems
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| 4.0 pts
Distinguished
Identify and demonstrate a sophisticated understanding of the issues/problems.
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3.0 pts
Excellent
Identifies and demonstrate an accomplished understanding of most of issues/problems.
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2.0 pts
Fair
Identifies and demonstrate an an acceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.
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1.0 pts
Poor
Identifies and demonstrate an unacceptable understanding of most of issues/problems.
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4.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis and Evaluation of Issues/Probelms
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| 4.0 pts
Distinguished
Presents an insightful, thorough analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
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3.0 pts
Excellent
Presents a thorough analysis and evaluation of most of the issues/problems.
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2.0 pts
Fair
Presents a superficial or incomplete analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
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1.0 pts
Poor
Presents unacceptable analysis and evaluation of issues/problems.
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4.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDemonstrates a Conceptual Understanding
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| 4.0 pts
Distinguished
Provides a thorough, competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a high level of conceptual understanding.
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3.0 pts
Excellent
Provides a competent and interpretive responses to all issues/problems, and shows a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
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2.0 pts
Fair
Provides a competent responses to all issues/problems, but lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
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1.0 pts
Poor
Provides an unacceptable response to all issues/problems, and lacks interpretation and a moderate level of conceptual understanding.
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4.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of Citations to Course Readings and Additional Research/Literature
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| 4.0 pts
Distinguished
Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing.
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3.0 pts
Excellent
Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.
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2.0 pts
Fair
Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing.
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1.0 pts
Poor
Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. An unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing.
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4.0 pts
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines
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| 4.0 pts
Full Marks
Demonstrate a high level of clarity, precision, and attention to detail. APA style is correct and writing is free of grammar and spelling errors.
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3.0 pts
Excellent
Demonstrate a high level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.
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2.0 pts
Fair
Demonstrate a moderate level of clarity. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.
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1.0 pts
Poor
Demonstrates issues in writing and communicating clearly. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention.
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4.0 pts
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Total Points: 20.0
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