A group of nurse practitioners opened a nurse-run clinic a year ago. During a regular staff meeting they assess their internal environment for strengths and weaknesses. Which of the following would they consider an internal weakness?
a. Patient satisfaction c. Equipment and technology
b. Unprofitable services d. Programs and services
B
Unprofitable services are considered weaknesses within the internal environment of the clinic. Patient
satisfaction, equipment and technology, and programs and services are strengths.
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