What is the term for a graphic that shows how each department fits into the system and identifies the line of authority within the health care facility?

• A. Organizational Chart
• B. Flowchart
• C. Clinical pathway
• D. Process map

Answer: (A)

An organizational chart is the graphic that shows how each department fits into the system and identifies the line of authority within a health care facility. It uses boxes for roles or departments connected by lines to display reporting relationships, making who reports to whom and who oversees each area clear. This helps with accountability, communication, and decision-making across the facility. Flowcharts depict steps in a process, clinical pathways map patient care steps for a condition, and process maps outline how a process works across roles—none of which emphasize the hierarchical structure and authority lines as effectively as an organizational chart.