Question 1

After a need and a client demand for a program have been determined through the needs assessment process, the next step in the development of the program is to choose a procedural method that will assist the nurse in planning the program to be offered. Which of the following are possible planning methods? Select all that apply.
A) Program planning method (PPM)
B) Multiattribute utility technique (MAUT)
C) Sustainability method
D) Effectiveness method

Accepted Answer

The program planning method (PPM) and the multiattribute utility technique (MAUT) are both possible planning methods that can assist the nurse in planning the program to be offered.

Question 2

The type of study to help determine the actual cost of a program is a:
A) Cost-accounting study
B) Cost-benefit study
C) Cost-effectiveness study
D) Cost-efficiency study

Accepted Answer

A cost-accounting study measures the actual cost of a program by analyzing all the expenses involved in creating and implementing it. This type of study helps identify all the direct and indirect costs associated with a program and can help in making informed decisions about the program's future funding and support. Cost-benefit, cost-effectiveness, and cost-efficiency studies are focused on evaluating the outcomes and impact of a program, rather than its actual cost.

Question 3

During which phase of the program planning process does the provider and client consider the possibilities of solving a problem using one of the solutions identified?
A) Conceptualization
B) Detailing
C) Implementation
D) Evaluation

Accepted Answer

During the detailing phase, the provider and client consider the various solutions identified during the conceptualization phase, and discuss the feasibility, effectiveness, and potential challenges of each solution. Based on this analysis, they select the most appropriate solution and develop a detailed plan for implementing it.

Question 4

In the objective "to decrease the incidence of early childhood disease in Center County by 10% to 25% by providing immunization clinics in all schools before August and December 2007," the operational indicator is:
A) Decrease
B) Promoting immunization clinics
C) 10% to 25%
D) Before August and December 2007

Accepted Answer

The operational indicator is the specific measure of progress towards achieving the objective, which in this case is a decrease in the incidence of early childhood disease. The range of 10% to 25% provides a specific target for this decrease. The promotion of immunization clinics and the timeline for implementation are strategies to achieve the objective, but they are not the operational indicator itself.

Question 5

The monitoring of program activities, such as hours of service, number of providers used, number of referrals made, and amount of money spent to meet program objectives, is an example of which of the aspects of program evaluation?
A) Relevance
B) Progress
C) Efficiency
D) Effectiveness

Accepted Answer

Monitoring program activities like hours of service and resources used is related to tracking the progress of the program towards its objectives.

Question 6

A study designed to measure the quality of a program as it relates to cost is a:
A) Cost-accounting study
B) Cost-benefit study
C) Cost-effectiveness study
D) Cost-efficiency study

Accepted Answer

A cost-effectiveness study measures the quality of a program in terms of the costs required to achieve a specific outcome or goal. This study focuses on whether the program has achieved its intended results at a reasonable cost. In contrast, a cost-accounting study focuses on tracking the costs of a program and its components, while a cost-benefit study compares the costs of a program with its expected benefits. A cost-efficiency study focuses on maximizing the output or benefits of a program while minimizing its costs. Therefore, the best choice for this scenario would be a cost-effectiveness study.

Question 7

A study designed to examine the actual cost of performing program services and to focus on productivity versus cost is a:
A) Cost-accounting study
B) Cost-benefit study
C) Cost-effectiveness study
D) Cost -efficiency study

Accepted Answer

A cost-efficiency study is focused on examining the actual cost of performing program services and improving productivity while minimizing costs. It seeks to identify ways to reduce costs without sacrificing quality or effectiveness, making it the best choice for this scenario. A cost-accounting study is focused on tracking and analyzing the costs of specific programs or projects. A cost-benefit study measures the benefits of a program against the cost of implementing it. A cost-effectiveness study measures the effectiveness of a program in achieving its goals in relation to the cost of the program.

Question 8

Which critique of the program objective "to decrease the incidence of early childhood disease in Center County by providing immunization clinics in all schools between August and December of 2005" is accurate?
A) It is accurate as written.
B) The results are ambiguous.
C) The action verb is not action-oriented.
D) The purpose is not stated.

Accepted Answer

The objective is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.

Question 9

Which of the following are philanthropic contributions?
A) Contracts
B) Gifts
C) Grants
D) Loans

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following are philanthropic contributions?
A)...

Question 10

A community identifies cardiovascular disease as a priority need because its mortality rate is four times higher than the rate identified in Healthy People
A) Proactive
B) Reactive
2000. The approach to identifying this need was:
C) Inactive
D) Interactive

Accepted Answer

The answer of A community identifies cardiovascular disease as a...

Question 11

With the involvement of the local government and health department, a community-wide program is planned to make all public businesses smoke free and thus prevent exposure to second-hand smoke. This program is an example of which of the following levels of prevention applied to program planning and evaluation?
A) Primary prevention
B) Secondary prevention
C) Tertiary prevention
D) Assessment

Accepted Answer

The program is aimed at preventing the onset of exposure to secondhand smoke by making all public businesses smoke-free. This is an example of primary prevention, which focuses on preventing the occurrence of a specific health problem before it occurs. By implementing the program, the government and health department are taking steps to protect individuals who are not yet exposed to secondhand smoke from developing related health problems.

Question 12

An example of a program objective would be:
A) To decrease the incidence of early childhood disease in Center County by providing immunization clinics in all schools between August and December of 2007
B) To provide condoms to sexually active teenagers in the local high school
C) To increase by 25% the number of school-age children wearing seat belts
D) To provide free diabetic screening every other month for two years

Accepted Answer

The program objective is specific, measurable and has a clear time frame. It also provides a clear action plan to achieve the objective.

Answer: C 
 The program objective is specific and measurable, but doesn't provide a clear action plan on how to achieve the objective.

Answer: B and D 
 Both program objectives are specific and provide a clear action plan, but they are not measurable. There is no stated target or timeline to achieve the objective.

Question 13

A study used to assess the desirability of a program by examining costs and benefits is a:
A) Cost-accounting study
B) Cost-benefit study
C) Cost-effectiveness study
D) Cost-efficiency study

Accepted Answer

A cost-benefit study specifically compares the costs of a program or intervention to its benefits in order to determine its overall desirability. Cost-accounting studies simply track expenses, without examining whether the program is valuable or not. Cost-effectiveness studies focus on comparing the effectiveness of different interventions at achieving the same goal, while cost-efficiency studies focus on finding the most cost-effective solution among a range of options.

Quiz 22: Program Management

The type of study to help determine the actual cost of a program is a:

During which phase of the program planning process does the provider and client consider the possibilities of solving a problem using one of the solutions identified?

In the objective "to decrease the incidence of early childhood disease in Center County by 10% to 25% by providing immunization clinics in all schools before August and December 2007," the operational indicator is:

The monitoring of program activities, such as hours of service, number of providers used, number of referrals made, and amount of money spent to meet program objectives, is an example of which of the aspects of program evaluation?

A study designed to measure the quality of a program as it relates to cost is a:

A study designed to examine the actual cost of performing program services and to focus on productivity versus cost is a:

Which critique of the program objective "to decrease the incidence of early childhood disease in Center County by providing immunization clinics in all schools between August and December of 2005" is accurate?

Which of the following are philanthropic contributions?

A community identifies cardiovascular disease as a priority need because its mortality rate is four times higher than the rate identified in Healthy People

An example of a program objective would be:

A study used to assess the desirability of a program by examining costs and benefits is a: