There Are Various Options for Selecting a Target Value for Objective

question 8

Multiple Choice

There are various options for selecting a target value for objective indicators. For programs that are innovative, address rare health problems, or are highly tailored to the location, which of the following target setting options is recommended?

• A) Set target for no change.
• B) Set target for a statistically significant improvement compared to current value.
• C) Set target for a desired percentage decrease from the current value.
• D) Set a cumulative annual target value so that the total amount of change is dispersed across the time period for the program.
• E) All of these are correct.

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