Why are standards of care required for health care professionals and organizations? Explain.

Do you believe the standards are adequate? Why or why not?

Regulatory Agency

Selectand research one of the following agencies:

Government or other agency, such as The Joint Commission (JCAHO), that regulates the health care industry or a particular segment of the industry
Government agency that regulates prison health care

Complete the chart.

Agency that regulates the health care industry	Describe the agency’s structure (45 to 90 words).	Explain the agency’s effect on health care(45 to 90 words).	Describe one example of the agency carrying out its duties(45 to 90 words).	Explain what regulatory authority the agency has in relation to health care(45 to 90 words).	Explain how agencies deal with the elements of negligence and intentional torts that could affect risk and quality management for health care organizations(45 to 90 words).