According to the complexity theory, which of the following should be the focus of measurement?
a. Cost per hospital day
b. Bed utilization
c. Infection rates
d. Staff morale and budgets
ANS: D
According to complexity theory and the principle "Think systematically," you cannot ignore objective data or nonmeasurable data, as both inform decisions.
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