Author Question: Which of the following best describes operational planning? a. Planning that extends 3 to 5 years ... (Read 47 times)

student77 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Which of the following best describes operational planning?

a. Planning that extends 3 to 5 years into the future
b. Planning that involves allocation of resources
c. Planning that determines time frames
d. Planning that is done in conjunction with budgeting

Question 2

Chief executive officers began using strategic planning to manage the rising cost of health care by:

a. Focusing on pain management clinics
b. Seeking out partnerships
c. Increasing duplication of services
d. Decreasing informal networking

Jossy · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
Operational planning is carried out in conjunction with budgeting, usually a few months before the new fiscal year.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
It became increasingly important to be cost efficient, seek out partnerships, share resources, decrease duplication of services, and provide high-quality care.