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rosent76

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Benefit-cost analysis examines resources used and outcomes attained. What is the challenge in such a determination?
 
  A. Can all the indirect, less visible costs be calculated?
  B. How can a dollar value be appropriately placed on benefits?
  C. The math becomes exceedingly complex, requiring computer software for calculations.
  D. It is not possible to control all the variables in both cost and benefits.

Question 2

Case descriptions are sometimes used as an evaluation method. What is one problem with case descriptions?
 
  A. Although fascinating reading, they lack statistical documentation.
  B. They have to be repeated to be sure no other factor was involved that changed outcomes.
  C. They are not really considered good research.
  D. They cannot prove that the nursing intervention led to the specific health outcomes.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D



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