OSCAR is a compilation of all the data elements collected by surveyors during the inspection survey conducted at nursing facilities for the purpose of certification for participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs.
The Chinese philosophy of Taoism (or Daoism) developed in the latter part of the Chou Dynasty, during a period of turmoil in which it was not clear that Chinese civilization would survive.
Chinaâs reunification under the Tang marked the beginning of Daoismâs most spectacular success. The dynastyâs founder, Li Yuan, claimed to be descended from Laozi; as his power increased, even the influential Maoshan Daoists came to accept him as the long-deferred fulfillment of messianic prophecy.