The Appropriate Time for an Organization to Adopt Technological Innovations

question 120

True/False

The appropriate time for an organization to adopt technological innovations is when the costs and risks of switching to the technology are outweighed by the benefits.

Recognize the role of family and community in the care of culturally diverse clients.

Identify legal and ethical considerations in culturally competent care.

Recognize the importance of self-awareness in providing culturally safe care.

Understand the consequences of cultural assimilation and loss on health outcomes.

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Definitions:

Snap Judgments

Quick decisions or assessments made instinctively without thorough analysis.

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

The theory that suggests that people experience discomfort or distress when their beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors are inconsistent with each other, leading to efforts to reduce the dissonance.

Attribution Theory

A theory focused on how people interpret and understand cause and effect relationships, and how this relates to their thinking and behavior.

Reward Theory

A theory suggesting that people are motivated by rewards, whether tangible or intangible, and that these rewards encourage specific behaviors.