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kamilo84

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As part of a new time management initiative, the nurse manager is creating a to-do list. How should the manger structure this list? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply. 1. Focus on the events that are planned for each day.
  2. Focus on the activities the manager expects for the day.
  3. Block out time for the unexpected.
  4. Be certain the list is flexible.
  5. Do not create a to-do list for more than one day at a time.

Question 2

An ICU nurse has been approached by a colleague to join the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. The nurse asks the colleague, Why would I want to join this organization? Which would be the best response?
 
  1. It will further your career.
  2. It looks good on your resume.
  3. It will help you to network and enhance your learning.
  4. You have to join before you can obtain critical care certification.



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emilymalinowski12

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Answer to Question 1

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Rationale 1: The focus should be on outcomes, not events.
Rationale 2: The focus should be on outcomes, not activities.
Rationale 3: The manager should leave enough uncommitted time to allow for unexpected occurrences to be handled.
Rationale 4: Flexibility is of paramount importance in health care.
Rationale 5: In some work environments, to-do lists may be better focused on what needs to be done each week. Adding a system to keep track of weekly or monthly standing meetings or appointments is also helpful.
Global Rationale:

Answer to Question 2

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Rationale 1: It may further the nurse's career but that is not the best reason.
Rationale 2: It may look good on a rsum, but that is not the best reason.
Rationale 3: Specialty organizations exist for nurses who work in many clinical areas and offer divisions, committees, and boards where the nurse's time and talents are welcome. This helps the nurse build a network and is a good way to learn about the issues facing the profession.
Rationale 4: One does not have to join this organization to obtain critical care certification.
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kamilo84

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Reply 2 on: Jul 8, 2018
Gracias!


adf223

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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