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1. A nurse is conducting a SWOT analysis of a health care
organization. The nurse identifies that the organization has
a strong reputation, a loyal customer base, and a skilled
workforce. These are examples of:
a) Strengths*
b) Weaknesses
c) Opportunities
d) Threats
Rationale: Strengths are the positive attributes of an
organization that give it a competitive advantage.
Weaknesses are the negative attributes that limit its
performance. Opportunities are the external factors that can
create favorable conditions for the organization. Threats are
the external factors that can pose challenges or risks to the
organization.
2. A nurse is evaluating the political factors that affect the
health care environment. The nurse considers the impact
of:
a) Laws and regulations*
b) Economic conditions
c) Social and cultural values
d) Technological innovations
Rationale: Political factors include the laws and regulations
that govern the health care system, such as licensing,
accreditation, reimbursement, quality standards, and safety
regulations. Economic factors include the supply and
demand of health care services, the availability of
resources, and the cost of care. Social and cultural factorsÂÂ
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