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.
(6th century BC). A philosopher in ancient China, Laozi (or Lao-tzu) is credited with writing the Daode jing. The book is the earliest record of Daoism-a philosophy that has shaped Chinese life for more than 2,000 years. Daoism emphasizes self-knowledge, simplicity, spirituality, and openness.