Decentralization Occurs When

question 26

Multiple Choice

Decentralization occurs when:

• A) equipment is being purchased from approved vendors.
• B) hiring decisions are made at the executive level.
• C) power is distributed to those closest to the work of caregiving.
• D) supplies are distributed from one central supply area in the hospital.

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Definitions:

Continuous Improvement

An ongoing effort to enhance products, services, or processes through incremental and breakthrough improvements.

Total Quality Management

A management approach focused on continuous improvement of processes in product and service quality.

Design-It-In

An approach where essential features or requirements are incorporated into a product or process from the beginning to avoid later modifications.

Quality Inspectors

Professionals responsible for examining products or services to ensure they meet specified standards of quality.