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bb · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

A newly hired registered nurse is having difficulty focusing and performing nursing tasks. The nurse manager has noted a decrease in the nurses performance.

When meeting with the nurse, the manager learns the nurse has experienced many life changes. Which of the following can contribute to the nurses level of stress? Select all that apply. 1. Marriage
2. Purchasing of a new home
3. Decreased work load
4. Assistance from other nursing staff
5. Difficult relationships with the nursing staff

Question 2

A human resources (HR) director has brought to a nurse directors attention a high turnover rate for their department.

The nurse director informs the HR director that the department has experienced several staff with personal issues that have caused them stress. The director informs the HR director it is a coincidence. The HR director informs the CNO (chief nurse officer) of the turnover rate and discussion with the nurse manager. Which action would be appropriate by the CNO? 1. Investigate the matter with current nursing staff and those who have left the organization.
2. Call the nurse director and inquire as to why turnover rate is high.
3. Discuss the matter with other nursing directors.
4. Discuss the matter with the CEO (chief executive officer).

Laurenleakan · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 5
Explanation: 1. Stress can occur from personal factors. Rate of life changes such as marriage, pregnancy,
and/or purchasing of a new home can generate stress.

Answer to Question 2

1
Explanation: 1. The CNO should investigate the matter to determine what has caused a high turnover in staff.
The HR director has already discussed the issue with the nurse director, who does not
acknowledge there is an issue with turnover. Reviewing exit interview notes of employees who
have left and discussing the matter with current staff will provide the CNO with information
regarding the directors management style.