Statistical application and the interpretation of data is important in health care. Review the statistical concepts covered in this topic. In a 800-1,000 words paper, discuss the significance of statistical application in health care. Include the following:

1. Describe the application of statistics in health care. Specifically discuss its significance to quality, safety, health promotion, and leadership.

2. Consider your organization or specialty area and how you utilize statistical knowledge. Discuss how you obtain statistical data, how statistical knowledge is used in day-to-day operations and how you apply it or use it in decision making.

Three peer-reviewed, scholarly or professional references are required.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

RUBRICS:

1, Application of statistics in health care is described in detail. The significance to quality, safety, health promotion, and leadership is described thoroughly for all criteria. Strong information and rationale is provided to fully illustrate the application of statistics, and its significance, to health care and the specific areas.

2, Application of statistical knowledge to organization or specialty area is thoroughly discussed. How statistical data are obtained, used in day-to-day operations, or applied in decision making is described in detail. The ability to understand and apply statistical data is clearly demonstrated.

3, Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.

4, Clear and convincing argument presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.

5, Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English

6, Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)