The supply chain in healthcare includes: (Select all that apply.)
a. transportation of supplies.
b. storage of supplies.
c. management of supplies.
d. prediction of supplies used.
ANS: A, B, C
The healthcare supply chain includes the following processes: transportation of supplies, storage of supplies, and management of supplies. It does not include a prediction of the supplies used.
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A) "A family history of alcoholism is a risk factor for substance abuse." B) "Just because his friends are experimenting does not mean he will." C) "If my husband or I have a substance abuse problem it could increase his risk." D) "Negative life events are a potential risk factor."
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a. The U.S. health care system is one of the world's least technically advanced systems. b. Health care has led other industries in establishing quality and safety standards. c. System failures occur regularly. d. The U.S. public has confidence in its system to reduce morbidity and mortality rates. e. Outcomes are unpredictable and costly.