APICS Exam CPIM-MPR Topic 1 Question 106 Discussion

Actual exam question for APICS's CPIM-MPR exam

Question #: 106
Topic #: 1

A large general hospital considers implementing a Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process to improve utilization of its surgical resources. The S&OP process:

Ashould focus on emergency treatments.

Bshould focus on planned treatments.

Cdoes not apply to this environment.

Dshould consider the total of all treatments.

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Suggested Answer: D

by Sanjuana at Jan 26, 2025, 09:24 AM

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Alaine

4 days ago

I think the S&OP process should consider the total of all treatments to ensure efficient resource allocation.

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Tijuana

5 days ago

I believe emergency treatments can be included in the S&OP process, but the focus should be on planned treatments.

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Nathalie

6 days ago

But what about emergency treatments? Shouldn't they be considered too?

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Tiffiny

9 days ago

Option A? Are they expecting the hospital to be clairvoyant or something? Focus on planned treatments, people!

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Stephen

12 days ago

I'm going with B. Planned treatments are where the hospital can really optimize their resources and improve utilization.

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Long

18 days ago

Option C? Really? I thought hospitals were all about planning and operations. S&OP is a perfect fit for this environment.

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Thaddeus

19 days ago

I think option D is the most comprehensive approach. The hospital should consider all treatments, both planned and unplanned.

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Helene

20 days ago

Wait, they want us to plan for emergencies too? That's like trying to plan a surprise party - good luck with that!

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Eva

4 days ago

B) should consider the total of all treatments.

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Denny

6 days ago

A) should focus on planned treatments.

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Lemuel

8 days ago

B: Yeah, planning for emergencies can be tricky, but it's necessary for effective resource utilization.

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Mattie

10 days ago

A: It's important to consider all treatments, not just emergencies.

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Alaine

28 days ago

I agree with Tijuana, planned treatments are important for resource utilization.

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Page

29 days ago

Option B seems like the way to go. Planned treatments should be the focus for a hospital's S&OP process.

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Larue

15 days ago

Planned treatments are more predictable and can be scheduled in advance, making it easier to plan for resource allocation.

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Frederick

16 days ago

I agree, focusing on planned treatments will help the hospital better utilize its surgical resources.

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Tijuana

1 months ago

I think the S&OP process should focus on planned treatments.

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