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Person responsible for technological research and development and focuses on scientific and technical issues in healthcare?

  1. Clinical nurse specialist

  2. Chief technology officer (CTO)

  3. Nurse informaticist

  4. Chief financial officer (CFO)

The correct answer is: Chief technology officer (CTO)

The correct answer is B, Chief Technology Officer (CTO). The Chief Technology Officer is responsible for technological research and development, focusing on scientific and technical issues in healthcare. This role involves overseeing the organization's technological needs and goals, as well as developing strategies to utilize technology to improve healthcare outcomes. Clinical nurse specialists (A) are advanced practice nurses who focus on direct patient care, typically specializing in a specific patient population or clinical area. Nurse informaticists (C) specialize in the integration of nursing science, computer science, and information science to manage and communicate data, information, knowledge, and wisdom in nursing practice. Chief financial officers (CFOs) (D) are responsible for managing the organization's financial risks, as well as financial planning and record-keeping.