Which of the Following Is an Example of a Societal

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a societal change that may affect the success or failure of health care organizations?

• A)Changes in consumer attitudes and expectations about health care.
• B)Health care reform.
• C)Increasing use of electronic medical records (EMR).
• D)Patent expirations of brand-name drugs.

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Definitions:

Sociological Theory

A set of ideas that provides an explanation for human society, analyzing the patterns and structures that shape social behavior.

Military Intervention

The act of a country sending its military into another country for the purpose of ending conflict, establishing control, or protecting interests.

Modernization Theory

A theory that suggests societies progress through stages of economic, social, and cultural development, moving from traditional to more advanced stages.

Western Style

Pertaining to or influenced by the cultural norms, values, and traditions originated or prevalent in Western Europe and North America.