HCS 446 Wk 1 Discussion

Due Thursday (20 pts)

Write a 175- to 265-word response to the following:

• Why is it important that you understand your role in health care facility design? Provide examples.
• How does strategic planning impact facility design
• What data elements are important for the consideration of facility design, expansion or renovation.
• Who are stakeholders in the facility planning process and why are they critical?
• Who should be included on the facility planning and design team?

Due Monday (20 pts)

Read and respond to at least two of your classmates’ discussion posts. Be constructive and professional with your thoughts, feedback, or suggestions.