Project Planning & Execution Flashcards
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When developing a needs assessment for a new activity program in a long-term care facility, which data source is MOST valuable?
Answer: Resident interest surveys and functional assessments
Resident interest surveys and functional assessments provide person-centered data directly reflecting the population's abilities, preferences, and needs.
A SMART goal for an activity program is best described as one that is:
Answer: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound
SMART goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, providing a clear framework for program planning.
Which tool is MOST useful for tracking task dependencies and timelines across a multi-week activity program launch?
Answer: Gantt chart
A Gantt chart visually maps tasks, durations, and dependencies over time, making it ideal for managing multi-week project timelines.
During program planning, stakeholder buy-in is MOST critical from which group in a skilled nursing facility?
Answer: Interdisciplinary team including nursing, therapy, and social services
The interdisciplinary team ensures coordinated, resident-centered care; their buy-in directly impacts program integration and resident participation.
An activity consultant notices that a planned gardening program cannot proceed because the outdoor space lacks accessibility features. This is BEST addressed during which planning phase?
Answer: Environmental assessment and site planning
Environmental assessment during site planning identifies accessibility barriers before implementation, preventing program disruptions.
When setting priorities among multiple competing activity projects, an activity consultant should FIRST:
Answer: Align projects with the facility's mission and resident care goals
Aligning projects with facility mission and resident care goals ensures resources are directed toward highest-impact programs.
Which document formally authorizes the start of an activity project and outlines its scope, objectives, and stakeholders?
Answer: Project charter
A project charter is the formal document that authorizes a project and defines its purpose, scope, goals, and key stakeholders.