Test Bank for Management in Physical Therapy Practices, 2nd Edition

Test Bank for Management in Physical Therapy Practices, 2nd Edition Chapter 1: Becoming a Healthcare Manager Multiple Choice 1. Which of the following factors best represents clinicians who become managers? A. Their promotion means they have strong managerial skills B. Their promotion leads to a separation from their professions C. Their clinical skills are critical to their new positions D. Their clinical skills are a strong foundation for managerial skills ANS: D Rationale: Promotions may be decisions based on convenience and expedience rather than “best skills”. It is often difficult for clinicians to leave their professional loyalties behind. Their specialized direct patient care clinical skills are not as important as their generic management skills that come with patient care responsibilities