Group decision making used in health care settings can have both positives and negatives associated with it. Some known negatives or disadvantages are listed below. Which is not one of these known negatives to group decision making?
a. can bring in too many opinions c. can lead to conflict
b. can be costly d. can become a power struggle
A
Group decision making may be required in certain types of health care settings when a number of different groups or members have a stake in a perceived result. Group decision making is known to have certain pros (positive) and cons (disadvantages). Some of the disadvantages are: 1) can take time, 2) can be costly, 3) can lead to conflict, 4) can become a power struggle, and 5) groups can become dominated by one person. While it may seem as if it can bring in too many opinions when all the group members share their opinions and perceptions, that can be one of the benefits or pros of group decision making in the long term.
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