Which of the following could have an impact on strategic planning for a community hospital?
a. Change in primary orthopedic surgeon
b. Increased availability of flu shots
c. Health promotion by the local nursing school
d. Community health fairs
ANS: A
Each surgeon has their own patient load in their practice and this would change the strategic plan. The other options reduce admissions to the hospital by reducing patient illnesses or aid in identifying diseases early.
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