It has been demonstrated that market forces, including legislation, consolidation, managed care, compensation, consumer demands, and technology
advances, drive the current healthcare system, which may well affect quality and access. Upon whom should the responsibilities of quality and access be
placed and why? Discuss the implications of healthcare policy on issues related to access, equity, quality, and cost. Examine the impact of limited access to
care by the uninsured, underinsured, and vulnerable populations such as infants, children, and older adults.
