A hospital administrator has decided to turn an underused medical surgical unit into a rehabilitation unit. What will be necessary to implement this strategic decision?
a. Allocate extra money for the staff to work overtime.
b. Follow existing policies and procedures used in the rest of the facility.
c. Perform a needs assessment and evaluate the data.
d. Develop long-term goals and identify key individuals.
D
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Which is a common characteristic of those who sexually abuse children?
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