Which of the following is a current trend related to the education and scope of practice of healthcare providers within the healthcare system?
A) The Flexner Report limited the involvement of hospitals in research and education of
medical students, resulting in a decrease in internships and residencies.
B) Pressure from insurers has mandated an increased use of specialty physicians over general
practice physicians.
C) There is a short supply of qualified individuals in most health occupations, including
nursing.
D) As the healthcare system has grown more and more complex, it is imperative for one
individual educated to a specific role, to manage all aspects of care.
Ans: C
Nurses are not the only healthcare workers in short supply. There are predicted
shortages in almost all areas of healthcare over the next 15 years. As the population ages and
more people enter the system due to expansion of healthcare insurance coverage, the shortages
are likely to persist. The Flexner Report increased the involvement of hospitals in research and
education of medical students. There is pressure to increase the involvement of general practice
physicians. As the healthcare system grows more complex, it is clear that it is impossible for
one individual educated to a specific role, to manage all aspects of care.
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