Interested in How a Large Hospital Functions, a Sociologist Conducts

question 64

Multiple Choice

Interested in how a large hospital functions, a sociologist conducts research in the hospital by volunteering, in order to get a sense of the hospital, and conducting interviews with doctors, nurses, and other staff when time allows. What type of research does this exemplify?

• A) surveying
• B) participant observation
• C) validation
• D) experimentation

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Definitions:

Quality Procedures

Standardized methods and practices designed to ensure that products or services meet prescribed standards of quality.

Petty Cash Fund

A small amount of cash on hand used for covering minor expenses in an organization.

Issue Resolution

The process of solving problems or addressing concerns, often used in customer service and technical support contexts.

Chain Of Command

The formal line of authority within an organization, detailing how orders are passed down from higher to lower ranks.