The introduction of health care technology into lesser-developed countries has led to less-than-satisfactory results because
a. People do not want to use newer technology.
b. The cost is so high that they cannot afford to use new technology.
c. Other health needs may be more important than using complex technology.
d. Technology is too complex for people in lesser-developed countries.
ANS: C
It is not generally a lack of desire that is a barrier to use of the new technological systems, but the lack of knowledge about them. It is essential to conduct needs assessments to learn what a community has, what a community wants, and what it can sustain. Well-intended projects have failed because the most basic needs were not met, nor was recognition given to what resources and services the country could sustain.
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