Multiple Choice
The healthcare providers in an organization have chosen not to adopt the use of clinical pathways. What are reasons to justify this decision? Select all that apply.
A) Clinical pathways development and implementation takes time and can be costly.
B) The pathway content has to be evaluated each time it is used.
C) Some believe that clinical pathways result in excessive paperwork and redundant documentation.
D) There is fear that pathways will be used in evaluating staff performance.
E) The use of clinical pathways has not been proven to make a difference in patient care.
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