Which statement is the best interpretation of a nurse whose work time is consistently contaminated
by intrusive thoughts of home or recreational experiences; how might this be interpreted?
A) The nurse is in the wrong profession.
B) The nurse is at risk for abusing drugs and alcohol.
C) The nurse is not properly focused nor committed to the workplace.
D) The nurse may simply be in actual need of rest and recreation.
Question 2
Why is procrastination particularly problematic for many nurses?
A) Procrastination can lead to poor patient outcomes.
B) Nurses fear recrimination and thus procrastinate to avoid punishment.
C) Nurses experience more stress than most working professionals; therefore, they tend to
procrastinate more often.
D) As a group, nurses are overachievers. Overachievers often fear failure and therefore tend to
procrastinate for fear of making a mistake.