This Week, the Attending Physicians for a Large Urban Primary

question 21

Multiple Choice

This week, the attending physicians for a large urban primary care facility have set the goal for the implementation of the new technology system to coincide with the opening of the cardiology wing. The unit is scheduled to admit patients in six months; however, a needs assessment must first be completed. Which of the following statements accurately defines the purpose of the needs assessment?

• A)The needs assessment identifies the organization's information needs.
• B)The needs assessment can be completed during the opening of the new wing.
• C)The needs assessment is not necessary with new construction.
• D)Plans for the construction are unrelated to the needs assessment.

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