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sabina · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

A nurse manager is conducting an interview with a potential candidate. The manager asks the candidate questions about her family, such as how many children she has and if she plans on having more children in the future.

The candidate does not answer the question. Why would the candidate not answer these questions? 1. The candidate is considering becoming pregnant in the near future.
2. The candidate is unable to conceive children.
3. The candidate knows these types of questions are illegal.
4. The candidate is uncertain as to how to answer the question.

Question 2

A registered nurse is considering employment offers at two locations. One location is a rural hospital, the other a tertiary hospital. This nurse has spoken to nurses who work for each organization.

This nurse is considering obtaining a masters degree in nursing that will influence his decision between the two facilities. Which of the following would persuade this nurse? 1. Medical insurance benefits
2. Services provided by the organization
3. Standards of care
4. Promotional abilities within the organization

Qarqy · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Explanation: 1. For the candidate to consider becoming pregnant, the inability to conceive and uncertainty in
answering the question are not valid because this type of question is illegal to ask.

Answer to Question 2

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Explanation: 1. The possibility to advance in an organization is important to a nurse who is considering a
masters degree. Benefits package, services, and standards of care are all important aspects to
consider when accepting a position, but not as important to someone with a graduate degree as
the ability for advancement.