Author Question: Which of the following answers are factors that slow systems integration? Select all that apply. ... (Read 93 times)

daltonest1984 · **on:** Jul 7, 2018

Which of the following answers are factors that slow systems integration? Select all that apply.

1. Vendors' false claims that their information systems are interoperable with other systems
2. Unrealistic institutional timetable set due to a lack of understanding of the complexity of the integration process.
3. Vendors who do not provide enough support and assistance to facilitate the integration efforts.
4. Existing systems are insufficiently documented.
5. Merged institutions do not agree on which systems to use.

Question 2

Family interventions in the core process of connections focus on which of the following?

1. Discussing a family genogram and ecomap
2. Completing a chronic sorrow assessment
3. Engaging a family in motivational interviewing
4. Facilitating family decision-making

AISCAMPING · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 7, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1,2,3,4,5
Rationale: Factors that slow systems integration include:
1. Vendors often falsely promise that their information systems are interoperable with other systems.
2. Unrealistic institutional timetable set due to a lack of understanding of the complexity of the integration process.
3. User specifications change as the integration process proceeds; users frequently request additional capabilities or change their minds regarding initial specifications.
4. Vendors may not provide enough support and assistance to facilitate the integration efforts.
5. Existing systems are insufficiently documented which is imperative for achieving successful integration.
6. Merged institutions may not agree on which systems to use which means there are more systems to integrate.
7. All components of a vendor's products may not work together.

Answer to Question 2

1

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1 A family genogram and ecomap are priority methods of assessing connections that provide a foundation for family intervention of discussions and identifying priority concerns and strengths.
2 Chronic sorrow assessment is directed toward family process of cathexis.
3 Motivational interview focuses on family process of change.
4 Family decision-making primarily focuses on family process other than connections.