Read the article "A High Dose of Tech" at www.usnews.com/usnews/tech/articles/040802/2wired.htm
(6 pages) and answer the questions given below.
Problem 1. What are two problems related to use of technology identified in this article? How significant are these problems for healthcare organizations?
Problem 2. What is the Leapfrog Group? How is their agenda related to the implementation of information technology in healthcare?
Problem 3. Identify and describe at least three types of technology solutions for healthcare organizations that are discussed in this article. Do you agree with the article's assessment of the value of these solutions?
Problem 4. The article mentions financial solutions or special programs that can assist healthcare organizations in the implementation of information technology. Which of these seem feasible to you, and why? If none seem feasible, explain why.
Problem 5. What types of organizational culture changes (especially within the medical staff) will have to take place in order to incorporate IT solutions in the healthcare workplace? Identify at least two changes.