You are examining the workings of a University X Healthcare System committee that is charged with developing and implementing an action plan designed to reduce the number of falls on the geriatric unit. University X Healthcare System is concerned because it is proud of its' mission and reputation for quality care. The organization is committed to provide the time and resources to solve this problem. You are looking through the lens of your knowledge of systems theory. Administration has assembled a variety of disciplines (medicine, nursing, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy and pharmacy).
The implementation of a new action plan and fall reduction program on the geriatric unity at University X Healthcare System is an example of :
A) Input
B) Throughput
C) Output
D) None of the answers

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The implementation of a new action plan and fall reduction program is an example of "throughput" in systems theory, as it involves the processes and activities that transform inputs into outputs.

You Are Examining the Workings of a University X Healthcare