Posted: April 24th, 2025

Based Problem

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HSO:   Optimizing Strategies for Improved Efficiency and Patient Access in Specialized Healthcare Facilities

Completed the Based Problem Template

1 Student Name:

Course Number: Date:

Review detailed instructions in the DHA Integrative Review Doctoral Study Guidebook

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Part 1: Practice-Based Problem

Problem of Interest

Healthcare Administration Problem

Background

 Using 1 source dated within the last 5 years, write 1 paragraph describing the industry-wide
problem.

 Source must be listed in the reference list and Appendix A.

 Using the industry-wide problem, write 1 paragraph focusing on the historical impact of the
operational problem on your selected organization.

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Operational Problem

 Using only 3 sources dated within 5 years, describe a very specific operation problem in less
than 1 page.

 All sources must be listed in the reference list and Appendix A.

3
Ideal State of Operations

Professional Practice Gap Statement

 Using 1 source, any date, any industry, describe the ideal state of operations the your
organization is aiming to achieve.

 Source must be listed on the reference list and Appendix A.

 Using 1 sentence, summarize the operational problem, cite using 3 sources from the operational
problem.

 Using 1 sentence, summarize the ideal state of operations, cite using 1 source from above.
 All 4 sources must be in the reference list and Appendix A.
 This must only be 2 sentences.

4 Summary of Evidence

 In less than 1 page, summarize all the evidence collected to this point;
• the problem of interest
• the negative impact of the operational problem on your selected organization
• the ideal state of operations

5

Purpose of the Integrative Review

Integrative Review Question(s)

 Write 1 open-ended question aimed at solving your organization’s operational problem.

 Using 3-5 sentences, state the purpose of this study.

6

Theoretical and/or Conceptual Framework

Description

Theoretical Alignment Table

Practice-based Problem Constructs Theoretical Framework Elements

 Using 1 source, describe the theoretical framework that aligns with your operational
problem constructs (elements).

 Source must be listed in the reference list and Appendix

 List at least 2 core problem elements (constructs) and 2 theoretical framework elements that align.

7

References

Appendix A: DHA Practice-Based Problem Literature Review Matrix

Problem of Interest Source

Author/Date:

Theoretical Framework:

Research question(s)/
hypotheses:

Methodology: Analysis
& results:

Conclusion:

Implications for future
research:

Implications for practice:

Empirical Research: Yes No

Appendix A: DHA Practice-Based Problem Literature Review Matrix

Author/Date:

Theoretical Framework:

Research question(s)/
hypotheses:

Methodology: Analysis
& results:

Conclusion:

Implications for future
research:

Implications for practice:

Empirical Research: Yes No

Operational Problem Source #1

Appendix A: DHA Practice-Based Problem Literature Review Matrix

Author/Date:

Theoretical Framework:

Research question(s)/
hypotheses:

Methodology: Analysis
& results:

Conclusion:

Implications for future
research:

Implications for practice:

Empirical Research: Yes No

Operational Problem Source #2

Appendix A: DHA Practice-Based Problem Literature Review Matrix

Operational Problem Source #3

Author/Date:

Theoretical Framework:

Research question(s)/
hypotheses:

Methodology: Analysis
& results:

Conclusion:

Implications for future
research:

Implications for practice:

Empirical Research: Yes No

Appendix A: DHA Practice-Based Problem Literature Review Matrix

Ideal State of Operations Source

Author/Date:

Theoretical Framework:

Research question(s)/
hypotheses:

Methodology: Analysis
& results:

Conclusion:

Implications for future
research:

Implications for practice:

Empirical Research: Yes No

Appendix A: DHA Practice-Based Problem Literature Review Matrix

Theoretical Framework Source

Author/Date:

Theoretical Framework:

Research question(s)/
hypotheses:

Methodology: Analysis
& results:

Conclusion:

Implications for future
research:

Implications for practice:

Empirical Research: Yes No

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