A nurse uses a key informant interview as part of completing a needs assessment. What is the primary advantage of using this tool?
a. Low cost
b. Provides a picture of services needed
c. Identifies the perspectives of large number of persons
d. Indicates the extent of services offered by existing programs
B
The main advantage of using a key informant as a needs assessment tool is that it would provide a picture of the services needed.
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