Resources
Read/review the following resources for this activity:
- Textbook (White & Griffith): Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4
- Optional: File (PDF): Chapter 1, 2, 3 Exhibits and Overviews (in Course Documents, White & Griffith 7th ed. Support Materials subfolder)
- Minimum of 1 reliable resource
Introduction
Study the assigned chapters and apply the main concepts of the readings to the healthcare environment by answering the following critical thinking questions. Such concepts may require additional research as the industry is constantly evolving.
Activity Instructions
Answer the following questions in an essay format (at least 100 words per answer) with answers supported by the textbook, prevailing literature, and learner opinions where appropriate.
1. Review chapter one. List and describe the three primary types of ownership of a community hospital. Describe each and analyze their implications. In which type of organization would you feel most comfortable working and why?
2. Review chapter 2. List and describe the many types of stakeholders for a healthcare organization. What roles do they have in a given community and how do they inter-react?
3. Review chapter 3. Define organizational governance in a healthcare organization. Are there different types of governance? If so, define each. Present and explain any personal experiences working under certain management and governance models.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
- 2-3 pages (approx. 300 words per page), not including title page or references page
- 1-inch margins
- Double spaced
- 12-point Times New Roman font
- Title page with topic and name of student
- References page (minimum of 1 reliable resource)