You Notice That Wait Times in Your Emergency Department Are

question 21

Multiple Choice

You notice that wait times in your Emergency Department are growing longer,because of factors such as increases in the numbers of persons with chronic disorders,discharge of patients into the community at a higher level of acuity,and limited resources for transfer of inpatients.You begin to think about an application that would use your knowledge of the Emergency Department but also software and business applications and wonder if this would reduce wait times.You have not encountered anything similar to this idea.According to the Wise Forecast Model©,you are in what phase?

• A) Wild thinking
• B) Act widely
• C) Think wildly
• D) Learn widely

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Definitions:

External Environment

The outside factors and forces that can affect the operations, success, and strategy of a business or organization, including economic, legal, and socio-cultural elements.

Internal Change

This refers to modifications within an organization that can affect structures, processes, strategies, or personnel.

Flexible Work Arrangement

Work schedules that allow employees flexibility in choosing where or when they complete their tasks to balance work and personal responsibilities.

Human Capital

Represents the skills, knowledge, and experience possessed by an individual or population, viewed in terms of their value to an organization.