Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

You are a manager in a healthcare organization, and you have been directed to come up with a plan to cut your budget by 5%. Discuss the following:

• What expenses will you cut? Justify the cuts you choose.
• Describe how these cuts will affect patient-centered care.
  • Include both positive and negative effects.

Provide at least 1 reference within the last 5 years for this discussion.