Which of the Following Major Problems Did Beth Israel Deaconess

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following major problems did Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BID) face in 2002?

• A) A lawsuit attempting to dissolve the center
• B) Poor relationships between clinical staff and management
• C) Employees fearing job cuts as a result of the merger of Beth Israel and Deaconess Hospital
• D) A corporate takeover attempt by a competitor

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Definitions:

Team Nursing

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Licensed Practical Nurses

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Nursing Assistive Technicians

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