Which Business Cost Containment Approach Is Being Used in the Healthcare

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which business cost containment approach is being used in the healthcare industry?

• A)Lean: based on the Toyota model of reducing inefficiencies but improving quality care.
• B)Six Sigma: A Motorola approach that uses statistics to identify patient care issues
• C)Plan, Do, Study, Act: A four step process that improves workflow.
• D)All are correct

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Definitions:

Direct Observation

A research method where data is collected by watching subjects in their natural environment without interaction.

Asynchronous

Occurring at different times or uncoordinated—for example, members of a social media site contributing individually to it, in their own time. See also synchronous.

Online Focus Group

A moderated discussion that takes place on the internet, where participants can share their thoughts and opinions on a given topic.

Demographically Dissimilar

Referring to populations that differ significantly in demographic characteristics such as age, gender, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status.