Which of the following is NOT a benefit of collaborating with community resources?

Collaborating with community resources significantly enhances patient care and outcomes. While options A, B, and D represent notable benefits of such collaboration, the idea that it reduces overall costs for healthcare providers may not hold true universally.

Community resources can indeed lead to better health outcomes by providing additional support for patients (A), such as referrals to social services or support groups, which can enhance a patient's ability to manage their health. Extending care beyond the clinical environment (B) allows for more comprehensive approaches to patient well-being, as care is not limited to what happens during clinical visits but includes community engagement. Encouraging a holistic view of patient well-being (D) promotes the understanding that health is influenced not just by medical treatment but also by social, environmental, and psychological factors.

In contrast, while collaborating with community resources can sometimes reduce costs through preventive care and reduced hospital admissions, it may also introduce new expenses, such as resource management and coordination efforts. Therefore, the assumption that collaborating with community resources will consistently lower costs for healthcare providers may not be accurate, which makes this option distinct from the benefits of collaboration.