Author Question: The nurse manager learns that one of the staff nurses on the unit has a substance addiction and is ... (Read 19 times)

Sportsfan2111 · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

The nurse manager learns that one of the staff nurses on the unit has a substance addiction and is arriving at work under the influence of the substance. Using Watson's theory, how should the nurse manager deal with this staff member?

1. Send the nurse home with instructions not to return until clear of the substance.
2. Call the police and have the nurse arrested for working while impaired.
3. Confront the nurse privately, order drug testing, and suggest a substance-abuse program.
4. Notify the board of nursing and fire the nurse immediately.

Question 2

The nurse is providing pre-operative teaching to the anxious patient, who doesn't seem to be learning. What need must the nurse help this patient meet before continuing to teach?

1. Self-esteem
2. Love and belonging
3. Safety
4. Self-actualization

kishoreddi · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: 3
Talking with the nurse privately, confirming drug use, and helping the nurse to recover all show true caring.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: 3
The patient's safety feels threatened by the impending surgery, and the nurse needs to listen to this patient's concerns and provide support to lower anxiety before continuing with preoperative teaching.