Critical Thinking Case Study

The Problem The major problem set forth in this case study is the ever increasing cost to provide patient care at Faith Community Hospital. The CEO of this organization is in a dilemma because he/she (Pat) sees the only solutions are either to increase the patient count (the number of patience that stays over night at the hospital) or tough cost-reduction decisions. This problem causes uncertainty between the board, staff and even the patients …

…employees is necessary to ensure they fully understand the vision and how it affects their own performance. Each individual must be able to talk about how they believe it affects them, and what is really important to them about behaving within what the vision demands. References Goodstein, L. D., Nolan, T. M., & Pfeiffer, J. W. (1993). Applied Strategic Planning: A Comprehensive Guide. Retrieved Nov 16, 2003 from http://www2.fhs.usyd.edu.au/arow/m05/statpurp8.htm