The RN who identifies the best resources at the lowest cost to achieve optimal health outcomes for the client is fulfilling the role of:
a. informatics specialist.
b. educator.
c. case manager.
d. quality manager.
ANS: C
Correct: The role of the case manager includes coordination of resources to achieve the best outcomes based on quality, access, and cost.
Incorrect:
a. The role of the informatics specialist includes managing and processing health care information.
b. The educator role includes teaching and does not include coordination of resources.
d. The quality manager addresses the need for health care providers to assess opportunities for process improvement, to implement changes, and to measure outcomes.
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